Sermons on Closed Communion:

How To Look At The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Scott Nichols on Jan 18, 2019

Paul, in I Corinthians 10:23-34, reminds us that if we would eat and drink this Supper to our benefit, we must be looking in four directions. In communion, we must be looking back, looking ahead, looking within and looking around.

Something special is about to happen this morning. Something miraculous. Paul in chapter 10 of this same letter calls it a "participation in the body and blood of Jesus Christ." We know it as communion. As we take a piece of bread and cup of juice, we will be participating in a mystery. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gift Of Love

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 18, 2022

A sermon for Maundy Thursday, Year C

April 14, 2022 Maundy Thursday Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Luke 22:7-23 The Gift of Love Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. If you could use only one word to describe Jesus, what word would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-23, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lords Supper

Contributed by Apostle Tonya on Jul 17, 2022

Remembering the Lord Jesus Roots when we partake in Holy Communion.

In the First Book of Corinthians, Chapter 11 verse 23, the Apostle Paul delivers a most profound revelation to the Church in Corinth for which He received from the Blessed Lord Jesus of what includes most certainly, the greatest betrayal. In this, the Apostle Paul giveth to us the suffering of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:24, Psalm 118:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bear Fruit (Part 4 Of 4) Series

Contributed by Tim Melton on Mar 1, 2021

As one abides in Christ, only then can he or she bear fruit that will last. Like the vine in John 15, it is only as we stay connected to Christ that Christ will bring about fruit in us and through us for His glory.

As we look at John 15, we must remember the context. Jesus was talking with His disciples. It was the end of the Last Supper, right before they walked to the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus would be arrested. Jesus had just told them that one of them would betray Him. He had talked of how He was ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Learning From The Passover (Exodus 12:1-28) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 12, 2022

The Passover is not "our" festival. But there are things about it, that we should learn and carry over to how we "observe" the Lord's supper.

This morning, we find ourselves in Exodus 12. Here, Pharaoh is about to finally, forever be popped like a tick. Every Egyptian firstborn, from human to cow, will be killed. After this, Yahweh will give his people freedom, and lead them toward the promised land. Now, Yahweh knows that we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-28, 1 Corinthians 10:21, John 1:36, John 6:4, Philippians 3:19-20, John 6:43-59, 1 Corinthians 11:17-34  (view more)  (view less)

Food For The Fed Up

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 26, 2021

Many have died accomplishing much in either their bank accounts or in other areas. Accomplishments are nice, but they cannot give us what we hunger for which is assurance.

FOOD FOR THE FED UP (November 2002) Text: Isaiah 55:2, John 6:48 "An eighty-four-year-old rag picker who died in abject poverty was buried in a pauper's grave In New York. Several days after his burial, the city authorities discovered a fortune of more than $500,000 belonging to the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:2, John 6:48

Denomination: United Methodist

The Meaning Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 21, 2021

They that worship God must worship in spirit and in truth. Not by rituals or ceremonies or traditions. Today we are going to see that the true meaning of the supper is not about ceremony or tradition, but all about are Savior.

Jesus was a man who cut across the grain of His day. He had little or no use for rituals and traditions, that has little or no meaning. They that worship God must worship in spirit and in truth. Not by rituals or ceremonies or traditions. These are just outward signs. Worship is a personal, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32

Denomination: Baptist

Blood Of The Covenant Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 30, 2021

The Essential King Jesus for Mark 14: Jesus is the blood of the covenant.

ESSENTIAL KING JESUS: BLOOD OF THE COVENANT MARK 14:24 #kingjesus USE AUDIO BIBLE: Mark Chapter 14:1-72 [10:08] https://www.biblegateway.com/audio/mclean/esv/Mark.12 INTRODUCTION STORY (p) A man once had a dream where he died. In his dream, this man stood in front of the throne of God and it was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bible Authority For The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Robert Webb on Sep 6, 2021

The Bible by direct statement and example authorizes us to partake of the Lord’s Supper on the first day of the week.

Having bible Authority means we recognize certain obligations. These obligations produce action in our lives. As children of God we have the obligation to spread the gospel, to edify the church, to save souls and to help those in need. The Bible by direct statement and example authorizes us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Acts 20:6-7, Deuteronomy 16:3-4, Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do We Mean By "apostolic" In Our Profession? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 11, 2021

The Church is apostolic because its foundation stones are the apostles chosen by Jesus himself as his first witnesses, prophets, priests and leaders.

Monday of 24th Week in Course There are four marks of the Church—unity, holiness, apostolicity and catholicity. The unity is oneness in belief and practice. The holiness. Ah, we mustn't think that means that all members of the Church and even all clergy are holy. There have some real ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, 1 Timothy 2:1-8, 1 Corinthians 11:28

Denomination: Catholic

Bread From Heaven

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 30, 2021

Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35.

Prelude Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Purpose: Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Plan: Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35. The Throng John 6:24 when the people therefore saw that Jesus was not there, nor His disciples, they also got into boats and came to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Baptist

It's Tradition Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jul 5, 2021

Many of us participate in Traditions, but never ask the question, "Why do we do that?" Communion is so much more than a simple tradition. It's about remembering what Jesus did for us.

July 03, 2021 It’s funny how traditions get started. They are important, to be sure, because they remind us of home and family and culture, but sometimes we participate in them not knowing why we do them because we have never stopped to ask, “Why do we do that?”. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25, Deuteronomy 6:1-12, Genesis 28:10-19, Joshua 4:1-7, Genesis 2:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Greatful Heart

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 7, 2022

It’s a good thing to give thanks because God commands us to give thanks.

It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High” (Ps. 92:1). Do you want the blessings of God? I know I do! First of all, what ways God has blessed you, and then secondly, how you can in turn bless others. This week, let us meditate on the blessings ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Is The Key To Kingdom Living Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 9, 2023

There is incredible power and potential in prayer. Through prayer, we invite the God of the Universe into a situation and into our lives. Prayer changes things, but even more prayer changes us. Lord teach us to pray!

Sermon: Prayer is the Key to Kingdom Living Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13 “When you pray, don’t be like the hypocrites who love to pray publicly on street corners and in the synagogues where everyone can see them. I tell you the truth, that is all the reward they will ever get. 6 But when you pray, go ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13, Luke 18:1, Luke 11:9-13

Denomination: Methodist

Those Who Walk With God Reach Their Destination. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 18, 2024

Enoch is described as one who walked with God.

Life is a journey filled with twists and turns, uncertainties and challenges. But for those who walk with God, the path becomes clearer, and the journey becomes more purposeful. The Bible reminds us that God is our constant companion, our guide, and our protector. In this article, we will explore ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4