Sermons on 1 Corinthians 11:31:

Examine Yourselves

Contributed by Benny Horn on Feb 3, 2002

I believe in the Biblical doctrine of "once saved, always saved", but be absolutely sure that you were "once saved". To know for sure, just answer this question, "Do you know Jesus Christ?"

Examine Yourselves By Benny D. Horn, February 3, 2002 Introduction: Last Sunday morning, I preached a message on "The Eternal Security of the Believer". I preached on how I believe if you are truly saved that you cannot lose your salvation. Last Sunday night, I preached on God’s chastisement of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, 1 Corinthians 11:31

Denomination: Baptist

Trampling On Grace

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 10, 2002

The most worshipful act a corporate body of believers accomplishes can be a source of shame or grace -- the Lord’s Supper -- don’t trample on the grace.

March 10, 2002 23For this is what the Lord himself said, and I pass it on to you just as I received it. On the night when he was betrayed, the Lord Jesus took a loaf of bread, 24and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Don't Guess! Take The Test

Contributed by Royce Hendry on Dec 6, 2000

Examine yourself before the Lord’s Supper.

I Cor.11:28 & II Cor.13:5 DON’T GUESS, TAKE THE TEST INTRO: The owner of a large warehouse was concerned about his profit margin, and he decided to make an on site inspection. He saw a young man leaning up against a wall apparently not working. The owner said to him, "How much do you make per ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32, 2 Corinthians 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Before You Eat

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Jan 28, 2001

I got concerned that every time I took communion, I might be risking my life. What would happen if I ate the bread or drank the cup in an "unworthy manner"?

Teddy Roosevelt, the man who would become the 26th President of the United States, was afraid to go to church when he was a child because of a creature he called "The Zeal." His mother eventually realized the reason for Teddy’s fear was a Scripture verse he had heard the pastor read, John 2:17, "It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

Looks Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by David Fox on Nov 12, 2001

What is communion really about?

5 Looks of The Lord’s Supper I Cor. 11:17-34 Explanation: This Morning we will be partaking The Lord’s Supper. Often we may receive the bread and the juice without really understanding what this act of obedience is all about. Let’s take a look at this passage of scripture to see what it is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discerning The Body

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We are warned not to partake of the Lord's Supper in an unworthy manner - that is unless we discern or recognize His body . What does this mean?

1. Special occasions often celebrated by a special meal. The host spends much time preparing for the meal. The Lord’s Supper is a special meal in which not the host but the guests are to prepare themselves. 2. Have you prepared yourself for this meal? Did you listen to the call for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Checkpoint In Life

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

During the days that Berlin was physically divided by the Berlin Wall, there was a notable place called "Checkpoint Charlie" where EVERYONE and EVERYTHING was checked. Checkpoints are helpful in our lives, and commencement for your high school graduation

A CHECKPOINT IN LIFE INTRODUCTION: (Preached May 1997, as the commencement address for Bosque Farms Christian Academy.) During the days that Berlin was physically divided by the Berlin Wall, there was a notable place called "Checkpoint Charlie" where EVERYONE and EVERYTHING was checked. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:31

Before You Eat

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

The Lord's Supper: the wonderful privilege we as Christians have in coming to the Lord's Table together

Teddy Roosevelt, the man who would become the 26th President of the United States, was afraid to go to church when he was a child because of a creature he called "The Zeal." His mother eventually realized the reason for Teddy's fear was a Scripture verse he had heard the pastor read, John 2:17, "It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Look At The Lord's Table

Contributed by Rick Macdonald on Aug 8, 2001

The Lord’s Table is a powerful occasion for faith’s confession. In partaking we not only confess before heaven that we believe, but also that we have not forgotten.

Title: A Look at the Lord’s Table Text: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 By: Pastor Rick MacDonald Date: February 4, 1996 1. Conduct: {17} Now in giving these instructions I do not praise you, since you come together not for the better but for the worse. {18} For first of all, when you come together as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is The Meaning Of The Lord's Supper?

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 20, 2001

We see in this sermon that the Lord’s Supper is AN EXPRESSION,AN EXPLANATION,AN EXPECTATION, AN EXAMINATION, AND AN ENCOURAGEMENT.

WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THE LORD’S SUPPER? I Corinthians 11:23-33 Notice in verse 24, He says “this do”. Jesus expects every Christian to observe the Lord’s Supper. It is not something that optional but rather it is a direct command from Jesus. Every now and then I come in contact with those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-33, 1 Corinthians 11:23

Denomination: Baptist

A Visit To The Dr's Office

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Jun 9, 2006

This is a sermon that is used for preperation for Lord’s Supper.

A visit to the Dr’s Office 1 Corinthians 11:27-34 Our text tells us to examine ourselves. What to you think about when you think about examining yourselves? One thing I dislike is a visit to the Dr’s office, for any reason. But whether it is a Dr. examination to determine what is causing you to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27-34

Denomination: *other

The Lord's Supper Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 13, 2006

This is a sermon presenting the basics of the Lord’s Supper.

The Last Supper Sermon by CH (CPT) Keith J. Andrews 1 Corinthians 11:27-34 All Scripture marked NKJV: The New King James Version. 1996, c1982 (1 Co 11:23). Nashville: Thomas Nelson. Nearly five years after the 9-11 attacks people continue to argue about how to memorialize the people who died in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27-34

Denomination: Baptist

Y Holy Communion

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 14, 2006

Why do we celebrate HC?

Y HOLY COMMUNION? 1 Corinthians 11.17-34 The story is told of a little girl who was watching her mum prepare Sunday lunch. She noticed that her mum cut the each end of the ham before putting it in the roast tin. She asked ‘why?’ Her mum explained that she did that because it allowed all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jul 22, 2006

A look at Paul’s teaching regarding the Breaking of Bread/Communion and its effect on us as believers.

THE LORD’S SUPPER - I CORINTHIANS 11:23-33 We are going to look at the scripture where Paul tells us about the Last Supper, and how we should keep it today. There are some important and helpful matters dealt with in these verses. Let us take them slowly, feed on them, and learn from them. 23 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord's Supper: What You Should Know Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Aug 1, 2006

Every disciple should come to the Lord’s Supper with thanksgiving for the New Covenant and repentance from all sin.

Imagine if you would it’s thanksgiving dinner. You and your loved ones are sitting down to eat. The turkey is delicious – so is the mashed potatoes and the gravy and everything else. In the middle of the meal, your host stands up with a loaf of French bread and begins breaking off pieces, saying ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational