Sermons on Closed Communion:

Grace Beyond Our Hometown Borders

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 2, 2022

A sermon for the Fourth Sunday of Epiphany, Year C

January 30, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 4:21-30; 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Grace Beyond Our Hometown Borders Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. State Farm has an entertaining series of commercials with football ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Understanding The Importance Of The Sacrament

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Aug 11, 2021

As we go into week three of Christ as the bread of life, this sermon looks to explore how the sacrament helps us understand Christs words.

In the name of the living God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. We are continuing to think about Christ as the Bread of Life, and while the previous two weeks focussed upon aspect of things that happen because of our understanding, this week, we come into a place where we consider the actual ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Anglican

"To Whom Shall We Go?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 11, 2021

Memories are precious; they keep us connected. Jesus is the Bread of Life. We are to remember Him and His sacrifice for us. We are to particiapate in His Holy Sacrament. (illustrations) Peace treaty on USS Mo. a story "The Tale of the Tardy Oxcart"

In Jesus Holy Name Pentecost XII August 15, 2211 Text: John 6:68 “To Whom Shall We Go?” Many shopping malls have within their walls a store called Things Remembered, which offers items that can be engraved to commemorate special occasions. If you have received such a gift, you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58, John 6:35-43

Denomination: Lutheran

The God Who Seeks, The God Who Waits Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Aug 27, 2021

Jesus tells three parables in Luke 15. Two of them illustrate seeking the lost. One of them illustrates waiting for the lost to come home. All three show God's heart toward us.

The God Who Seeks, The God Who Waits Luke 15 Good morning. Please turn in your Bibles to Luke 15. The Context: Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him. 2 And the Pharisees and the scribes grumbled, saying, “This man receives sinners and eats with them.” So he told ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

In Remembrance (2022 Version) Maundy Thursday

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 12, 2022

We strive to live out all that Jesus taught us about being His disciples. Our legacy involves living out what we believe in our thanksgiving, holiness and harmony.

IN REMEMBRANCE (2022 version) Maundy Thursday Text: I Corinthians 11:23-26 1 Corinthians 11:23-26  For I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took a loaf of bread,  (24)  and when he had given thanks, he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: United Methodist

Lord's Supper

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 23, 2022

This is a Lord's Supper Meditation.

As we come to the Lord’s table, we are to be reminded of what Jesus did for us just before He was arrested. He initiated the first Lord’s Supper. It was a solemn moment. All His disciples were gathered in an upper room. Jesus knew that we would need to be reminded of what He went through for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

On The Road Again

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025

Jesus meets us on the road, reveals Himself at the table, and speaks peace in our locked rooms, sending us Spirit-empowered witnesses.

(Seeing Jesus on the Road to Emmaus) Part 1 – Opening Picture Would you open your Bible with me to Luke chapter 24, beginning at verse 13. Picture the scene. It is the afternoon of the day of Jesus’ resurrection. Jerusalem is still buzzing with Passover pilgrims, but the joy of the festival has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, Revelation 3:20, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Psalm 34:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Invitation To The Table Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 2, 2025

We look at Communion 1 dimensionally and have reduced it to a cold, formal requirement. We sit. The pastor and elder tell us some stuff and the deacons pass us a tiny wafer and a minute glass of grape juice – job done. Communion over. Now potluck.

October 04, 2025 Jesus calls us to remember and partake in the Communion meal with him. However, we look at Communion 1 dimensionally and have reduced it to a cold, formal requirement. We sit. The pastor and elder tell us some stuff and the deacons pass us a tiny wafer and a minute glass of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:28

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Celebration Of Passover Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 7, 2025

Evening arrived and all the disciples were there. A sense of expectation filled the room – something special was about to happen – they just knew it!! Maybe Jesus was FINALLY going to establish his kingdom and announce his cabinet (which, of course, would be them).

April 05, 2025 The disciples had been with Jesus for more than 3 years. They had listened as he taught and watched as he worked. They had witnessed the feeding of the 5,000, the raising of the widow’s son, the healing of the lame, the restoring of sight to the blind. Peter had even walked with ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:11-14, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Great Cloud Of Witnesses

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 28, 2025

A sermon for All Saints Sunday.

A Great Cloud of Witnesses Hebrews 12:1-3 When Bob Homer was a young boy he had a paper route. And back in the days of paper routes, the paper girls or boys would have to collect money from each customer by ringing their doorbell once a week. And so, you got to know the people you delivered ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

Two Ordinances Of The Church

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 30, 2025

We celebrate two ordinances in the church: 1. Water baptism and 2. Communion. Do we understand why? Let us check out the Bible.

TWO ORDINANCES OF THE CHURCH BY WADE MARTIN HUGHES, SR. KYFINGERS@AOL.COM (YouTube: WADE HUGHES) 1 THE FIRST ORDNANCE OF THE CHURCH IS BAPTISM IN WATER The ordinance of baptism by immersion is commanded by the Scriptures. Every believer must put a strong emphasis on water ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16, Matthew 26:26-30, Mark 14:22-25, Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Remember Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 14, 2024

We are swiftly coming to the conclusion of Mark’s Gospel. In typical fashion, Mark is brief, but informative. We are entering into the last events of the earthly life of Jesus.

REMEMBER Mark 14:12-25 Introduction Powerful Words from the Last Week of the Life of Jesus: Rejection, Love, and today Remember. Mark 14:12-25, ESV And on the first day of Unleavened Bread, when they sacrificed the Passover lamb, his disciples said to him, “Where will you have us go and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Celebration Of The Lord's Supper Series

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 1, 2024

This sermon delves into a profound and sacred aspect of our Christian faith: the celebration of the Lord's Supper, also known as Communion or the Eucharist.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to delve into a profound and sacred aspect of our Christian faith: the celebration of the Lord's Supper, also known as Communion or the Eucharist. This holy sacrament is not only a commemoration of Christ's sacrifice but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Commune: Come To The Table Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 12, 2024

It is important to gather together as a church to share in communion, both as a remembrance of Christ's sacrifice and as a participation in the mission of the gospel. Communion is not just a ritual but a shared experience that strengthens our commitment to one another and to Christ.

Introduction Video Ill.: Zach Williams - To the Table From Facebook What would it look like if the disciples valued worship and community like many believers do their church gatherings?   Peter - "My mother-in-law came in for the weekend."   Andrew - "I was up kinda late ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29, Acts 2:42, Luke 22:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Embracing The Spirit Within SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The secret of a life overshadowed and empowered with the Holy Spirit is learning the lifestyle of hosting the presence of God. Learning how to cultivate a genuine and intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit.

The secret to living a life overshadowed and empowered by the Holy Spirit is learning how to cultivate a genuine and intimate relationship with Him. This involves hosting His presence in our lives. In the story of Martha and Mary, we see that Mary chose to sit at Jesus' feet and listen to His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Topics: Communion, Intimacy With The Holy Spirit