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Holy Communion (2017)
Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 5, 2017 (message contributor)
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1. Holy Communion: Way Better Than A Potluck
Contributed on Mar 5, 2017
What exactly is Holy Communion? This sermon takes a look at what the Bible says.
“We’re having a potluck next week. Please plan accordingly!” What’s your reaction when you see such an announcement in the church bulletin? Are you among those who loves potlucks because you enjoy jamming your plate with two different kinds of salads, perogies nestled ...read more
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2. Holy Communion: Better Than Manna
Contributed on Apr 2, 2017
Holy Communion is better than manna because it's packed full of Vitamin F: forgiveness.
Teff. Kamut. Fonio. Freekeh. What are they? Islands in the South Pacific? Lesser known classical composers? Inuit words for various kinds of snow? The answer is none of the above. Gourmet cooks and health nuts will tell you that teff, kamut, fonio, and freekeh are ancient grains that are much ...read more
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3. Holy Communion: Contains Msg
Contributed on Apr 2, 2017
Holy Communion: Contains MSG (Mighty Son of God; Much Saving Grace; More Strength for Good)
It’s not unusual to see signs like this at restaurants: No MSG Added. Sometimes it’s the most prominent sign you’ll see, even bigger than the sign with the name of the restaurant on it! What is this MSG and what’s so bad about it that certain restaurants want you to be certain that they’re not ...read more
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4. Holy Communion: No Reservations Allowed
Contributed on Apr 13, 2017
God wants us to approach him with confidence that we are receiving his Son's body and blood with the bread and wine for the forgiveness of our sins.
Do you remember the restaurant scene from the movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off? The snooty manager wasn’t going to let Ferris and his friends have a table because they didn’t have a reservation. No reservation at that fancy restaurant meant no service. With the help of his friends and some fancy ...read more