Sermons on Communion Altars:

The Shepherd’s Blood

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 28, 2012

A communion meditation on the all-sufficient work of Christ.

THE SHEPHERD’S BLOOD Hebrews 9:9-28 Big Idea: A communion meditation on the all-sufficient work of Christ. Hebrews 9:9-28 9 This is an illustration for the present time, indicating that the gifts and sacrifices being offered were not able to clear the conscience of the worshiper. 10 They are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:9-28

Denomination: Nazarene

Trusting The Rope?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 18, 2002

We need to gab the Censers from the altar and run to intercede for others.

Are you trusting the rope? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Where are the dinosaurs? Years ago, while traveling down Highway 23 in eastern Kentucky, we would pass by a beautiful brick church. It was in an ideal location. The church was closed and the windows were broken out, there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:8, Proverbs 20:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Confession Recession

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Apr 24, 2002

More and more we see Christians not going to the Altar and confessing their sins.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: The Confession Recession “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Show Me The Bread"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 22, 2002

This sermon was written specifically to be followed by an altar call and the Lord’s Supper

“In 1621, after a hard and devastating first year in the New World the Pilgrim’s Fall harvest was very successful and plentiful. There was corn, fruits, vegetables, along with fish which was packed in salt, and meat that was smoke cured over fires. They found they had enough food to put away ...read more

Scripture: John 6:26-27

Denomination: Orthodox

The Mysteries Of Midnight Prayers

Contributed by Cletus Blamo on Sep 24, 2016

AN INSPIRATION TO ENLIGHTEN AND ENHANCE OUR PRAYER ALTAR AND BEHAVIOR/CHARACTER IN PRAYER

Theme: The Mystery of Midnight Prayer Text: Job 38:12-13, Psalms 119:62 Let me begin by saying, acknowledging that God is our only source of power (Psalms 62:11), every sermon He gives me by revelation via His son Jesus, the Spirit of God urges me to always inform my audience to pray in order to ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Peace Offering (Leviticus 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 25, 2024

Is there peace and fellowship between us and God, between Jew and Gentile, pictured in the old offerings? Let's look at Leviticus 3.

Does the peace offering show the high cost of peace? Does peace with God come through the shedding of blood? As a fellowship or thanksgiving offering, was this shared with God and the priests? Is Jesus our peace? Let’s look at Leviticus 3. We will later learn that a peace offering may have several ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Memorial At Mount Ebal Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 2, 2021

Joshua built an altar to the LORD near Mount Ebal in Canaan. This happened after Israel had defeated Ai. Something unique to this altar was that Joshua wrote parts of the available Word of God on it.

Introduction: Israel, under Joshua’s leadership, defeated the people of Ai. After that, Joshua built an altar to the LORD, God of Israel, placing it in about the middle of the country. Israel had built two other memorials as recorded in Joshua chapters 3-4, but the altar Joshua built here had a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:30-35

Denomination: Baptist

Engage With The Ordinances Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 8, 2016

A sermon that looks at what the Bible teaches about baptism and communion.

Engage with the Ordinances Luke 22:7-23 Rev. Brian Bill October 1-2, 2016 A symbol is something that stands for something else. I’m going to put some well-known symbols up on the screen and I’d like you to shout out what they represent. • 3 Green Arrows Curved to Form a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Supper Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 25, 2022

In Matthew 26:26-29, in preparation for the Cross, Jesus’ institution of the new memorial consisted of three primary elements: 1) The Directive (vv. 26a, 27), 2) The Doctrine (vv. 26b, 28), and 3) The Duration (v 29).

Matthew 26:26-29. 26 Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; this is my body.” 27 And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, saying, “Drink of it, all of you, 28 for this is my blood of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Other

Come To The Table

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 24, 2001

This is a sermonette for a thanksgiving communion message.

"Come To The Table" Thanksgiving Communion Service November 18, 2001 FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker 1 Cor. 11:23-29 A Thanksgiving is a day we look forward to all year long. a All the smells, great stuffing, Golden Turkey cooked to perfection, pumpkin ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

Just Do It

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 30, 2008

A fresh look at the communion service.

1. COMMUNION IS A COMMAND "this do...this do" The command to partake of the Lord’s Supper is as important as any of the 10 commandments. Communion is not an optional extra. Eating and drinking at the Lord’s Table is more important than eating and drinking your daily food. 2. COMMUNION IS A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

Who Do You See Around The Table?

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Jul 23, 2008

Maundy Thursday communion meditation

MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE March 20, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Opening Prayer Congregational song, Near the Cross (240,3 verses) Scripture Reading, Luke 22:14-23 With Christ at the Last Supper Sermon WHO DO YOU SEE AROUND THE TABLE? 1. Communion helps us see ourselves • "In August of 1900 more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

"I Don't Want To Feed 'em; You Feed 'em"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 4, 2007

A sermon for World Communion Sunday.

Mark 6:30-44 “I Don’t Want to Feed ‘em; You Feed ‘em” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN According to the Chattanooga Times Free Press, “Anthony Wayne sat in front of his makeshift tent Monday, his few belongings packed in two suitcases and three or four ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: United Methodist

A Visit To The Upper Room

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 23, 2008

A dramatic monologue to use at communion.

A Visit to the Upper Room A Dramatic Monologue The setting is the upper room. The character is Thaddeus, one of the 12. He is straightening the room. Opening: Thaddeus turns is acts surprised to see someone. Oh, Hi there! You startled me. I did not expect anyone to be up here with me. My name ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Memories

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 10, 2001

A communion meditation for Good Friday.

MEMORIES INTRO.- ILL.- Paper sack with Dad’s mementos: straight razor, key fob, part of an old wallet, pocket watch, and an old pocket knife. What do these things mean? What do they represent? To some people, they wouldn’t mean much. Perhaps just some junk. But to me, they are valuable. You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ