Sermons on 1 Corinthians 11:18-30:

Cannibals Or Snackers?

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Jun 3, 2002

The Lord’s Supper isn’t a snack. Nor is it really a cause for charges of cannibalism. But somewhere in between the two is the mystery of Christ present in the bread and cup that we share together. And if Christ is somehow really present in these elements

Are you a cannibal or are you just snacking? You heard me – are you a cannibal or are you just snacking? Or something else? Ancient Christians were accused of cannibalism. Why? Because rumor had it that when they got together before sunrise on Sundays they drank blood and ate a body. It didn’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: *other

Come To The Table

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002

A parable of communion

Come to the Table Scripture Reading: 1 Cor. 11:23-29 INTRO: Once upon a time: there was a certain young man who had a nice fast car. • Picked up a friend for school function, • En route, driver went a little too fast, lost control • Car careened off road into tree; • driver survived, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Us Break Bread Together Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 18, 2003

This is the 14th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This sermon looks at the importance of The Lord’s Supper in worship.

Sunday Morning February 23, 2003 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§Church On The Rocks¡¨ [#14] LET US BREAK BREAD TOGETHER 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Introduction: 1. When we come together to worship, what types of things do we do? „« Sing „« Pray „« Fellowship „« Read Scripture „« Study ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Supper

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 19, 2003

Communion is not merely a ritual. It is fellowship and involvement in the life of Christ and His Body, "The Church".

THE LAST SUPPER 1 COR. 11:17-34 Pastor Greg Mc Donald But in giving this instruction, I do not praise you, because you come together not for the better but for the worse. 18 For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that divisions exist among you; and in part, I believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, 1 Corinthians 11:20-33

The New Testament Church; Its Memorial Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 4, 2003

Biblical reasons for the frequent (weekly) observance of the Lord’s Supper.

The New Testament Church; Its Memorial I Cor. 11: 17-26 INTRO.: One day while donating blood, a nurse asked me, "Does your church observe communion each Sunday?" When I told her "yes," she said, "I think every church should. I’m thinking of joining a Christian Church just for that reason." Thru ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seven Attitudes Developed Through Feetwashing And Communion

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Nov 28, 2004

There are several things that Christians can learn by participating in feetwashing and communion. Here are seven.

Seven attitudes that are developed through feetwashing and communion: 1. Feetwashing. (John 13:1-17) a. Service. (John 13:5; Matthew 20:25-28) b. Humility. (John 13:6-8; Philippians 2:1-11) c. Obedience. (John 13:12-17; Luke 5:1-11) 2. Communion. (1 Corinthians 11:20-34) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:20-34

Denomination: Baptist

Making The Lord's Supper Memorable

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2004

On communion tables all over the world you will find inscribed in many languages the simple phrase "In remembrance of me." It is a verse from the Bible, and it is probably the one verse that is in plain view of millions of Christians every time they come

Making the Lord’s Supper Memorable Text: "Do this in remembrance of me" (1 Cor. 11:24 RSV). On communion tables all over the world you will find inscribed in many languages the simple phrase "In remembrance of me." It is a verse from the Bible, and it is probably the one verse that is in plain ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Memorial Day: The Cost Of Freedom Is Blood

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

This sermon compares Memorial Day with the Lord’s Supper as a Memorial.

Memorial Day: “The Cost of Freedom is Blood” I Corinthians 11:23-26 Memorial day is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. It traces its roots back to 1868 when General John Logan, of the Grand Army of the Republic, declared May 30th as a day of remembrance. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Matter Of Great Importance Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 13, 2004

A sermon based off of Acts 2:42 and the breaking of bread, depicting the importance of Christian communion each week!

A Matter of Great Importance! Day of Atonement They provided the lamb It is reversed today God provided the Lamb He died once for all This is the single most important event in history We have the opportunity to remember it each week We remind everyone that Jesus died for our sins Acts 2:42; 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Communion: A Living Sermon

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004

Communion pictured as a living sermon proclaiming I. Christ’s Death, II. Christ’s Church, III. Christ’s Coming

Intro: A woman in the church once shared with me a humorous story about her son. Once after a church service he had complained to her that the adults had all been given a snack, but none had been given to the little children. At first Candy was unsure of what he was thinking, but when she asked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

"The Table" By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Nov 9, 2004

Two bits of advice, Always drink upstream from the herd and never loose sight of the important things in life. Especially as a Christian the purpose and blessing of coming to the Lord’s Table. Let’s examine this together!

Introduction Introduction It is called a variety of things: Eucharist, Holy Communion; The Lord’s Table; The Lord’s Supper. It isn’t what it’s called as it is that we Remember! I believe that today’s Church and Congreation has lost sight of the preciousness of the Lord’s Table. What we SEE is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:18-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Examination

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2001

This sermon deals with the reality that our lives are a type of examination before God in which we should strive to be passing tests along the way.

The Examination Proverbs 16:1-11 2 Corinthians 13:5-14 Text 1 Corinthians 11:1-27 Each year around this time, Christian parents can begin to rejoice that their children are now going to be more involved in prayer than they were the previous couple of months. Heaven is full of prayers, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Do This!

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Apr 5, 2001

In the Lord’s Supper, Jesus offers us his body and blood with the bread and wine as a contract signed in blood, guaranteeing us the forgiveness of sins.

“Cannibals!” “Flesh-eaters!” You know, that’s what Christians of the first century were accused of when they took part in the Lord’s Supper. That great mysterious ceremony which Jesus instituted the night before he died has really caused a lot of confusion over the years. Everybody seems to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

¡haced Esto!

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Apr 5, 2001

En la Santa Cena, Cristo nos da su cuerpo y sangre junto con el pan y vino como un contrato firmado en sangre que nos garantiza de que todos nuestros pecados nos están perdonados.

“¡Caníbales!” En el primer siglo de la época moderna, muchos acusaron a los cristianos de ser caníbales por participar en la Santa Cena. “¡Caníbales!” Por siglos este gran rito misterioso que Jesucristo instituyó la noche antes de que murió ha causado mucha confusión. Parece ser que todos tienen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

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