Sermons on Communion Meal:

Why We Share Communion

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 6, 2001

A seeker-aware exposition of the purpose for the sharing of communion

Why We Share Communion Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29   A little girl asked her mother, “Mommy, why do you cut the ends off the meat before you cook it?” The girl’s mother told her that she thought it added to the flavor by allowing the meat to better absorb the spices, but perhaps ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Passion For His Final Passover

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Feb 25, 2013

Jesus said that with great desire He wanted to have the Passover meal with His disciples, in this message we discuss why it was so important to Him.

Jesus Passion for His Final Passover In today’s message I want to key in on a couple of things Jesus really wanted. Do you know there were a couple of things that Jesus was absolutely driven to have happen? A lot of people today are talking about their, "bucket list," - things they would like to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Lenten Catechesis-Holy Communion Series

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Mar 22, 2013

The last sermon in the Lenten Catechesis series, this sermon focuses on the sacrament of Holy Communion.

One of the things I discovered very quickly in my earlier years as a parish pastor is the joy that Pastors have, and the special relationship that they develop with homebound members of the congregation. In many cases, these dear older saints are people who because of their advanced age and lack ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Celebrating In Sorrow Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 6, 2014

As we get ready for the Lord's Table, we must prepare ourselves, because hard times are ahead. Even so, we can be grateful.

Several years ago, in a small-town church in upstate New York, a well-loved pastor who had been there for 35 years retired. He was replaced by a young pastor just starting out in ministry. The young man had a great desire to do well, but after just a few weeks he began to perceive that the people ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Table Of The Lord

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Feb 3, 2007

The threat of religious ritual is ever looming for church goers. There are many things that we have done hundreds of times, but we must always take the time to remember their significance, as it is with Communion. Lest we forget...

A little girl asked her mother one Sunday morning as she was preparing lunch, “Mommy, why do you cut off the ends of the ham before you cook it?” The girl’s mother turned and looked at her and said, “Oh, sweetie, I’m not really sure why, but I suppose you cut the ends off of the meat so that the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

"The Crowd At The First Communion”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 19, 2018

When Jesus told His disciples one of them would betray Him,

Without a doubt, the best known representation of the Last Supper is Leonardo da Vinci’s painting: “The Last Supper.” It represents the exact moment that Jesus said, “One of you will betray me.” It shows the effect of that word, “betray” upon the twelve men most closely associated with Jesus during ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-30

Denomination: Baptist

Communion - The Movie In My Mind

Contributed by Graham Taylor on Jun 26, 2015

Sermon using the concept of a making a movie to explain holy communion

Just recently, I made a short animated video to promote St Luke’s. As this has proved popular on the web, I thought I might try my hand at one on communion. But then a question struck me. And it is – what is sacrament of Holy Communion really all about? Well, of course, I would start ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Reclaimed: Resetting The Table Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Rob Ketterling on Oct 13, 2014

Reclaim the Table!

Reclaimed - Part 4, by Pastor Robert Ketterling How many have taken that serious to pray over every meal? Okay, once again, Apple Valley campus a little slow on that it. Little slow. I'm going to talk to you about that. As part of our series I asked you to do three things. I asked you to use the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is Love

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 14, 2018

If God loved me enough to give His Son when I was His enemy, surely He loves me enough to care for me now that I am His child.

God is Love Romans 5:6-8 Rev. Brian Bill August 11-12, 2018 I enjoy hearing what kids say about love. • Love is when a girl puts on perfume and a boy puts on cologne and they go out and smell each other. • Love is like an avalanche where you have to run for your life. • Love is the most ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Communion: Contains Msg Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2017

Holy Communion: Contains MSG (Mighty Son of God; Much Saving Grace; More Strength for Good)

It’s not unusual to see signs like this at restaurants: No MSG Added. Sometimes it’s the most prominent sign you’ll see, even bigger than the sign with the name of the restaurant on it! What is this MSG and what’s so bad about it that certain restaurants want you to be certain that they’re not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Maundy Thursday, Facts About The Passover.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Apr 18, 2025

Maundy Thursday is a significant event in the Christian liturgy. Why is this so? Here is a quick insight into this Passover meal, and from which many sacraments in our worship have derived.

17 On the first day of the Festival of Unleavened Bread, the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Where do you want us to make preparations for you to eat the Passover?” 18 He replied, “Go into the city to a certain man and tell him, ‘The Teacher says: My appointed time is near. I am going to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-19, Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Episcopal

21 Days -12 Meals 12 Minutes Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 2, 2012

We need to take the month of Jan and pray for a great out pouring of God’s Healing Power to those who need “healing.” This healing encompasses physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and even healings in relationships. The relationships are between us and

Sermon 12 in 2012 Introduction: The new theme and or vision for 2012 for Christian Hills is “12 in 2012.” Questions: The first question that races across your mind may be this: “12 what in this year of 2012?” Well most of you know that the year is broken up into 12 months. My mind reflects on my ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Reasons To Partake In Communion

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 1, 2022

In a desire to not treat common what is sacred this sermon gives seven reasons from Scripture as to why and how we as believers are to partake rightly in the Lord's table.

Seven Reasons for Communion 1 Corinthians 10:16-17, 11:23-32 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Act of Remembrance There are two ordinances instituted, commanded, and first observed by the Lord Jesus Christ: baptism and the Lord’s Supper. While baptism is only done ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32, 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

the Covenant Signs And Seals: Communion Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Jul 8, 2002

The Lord’s Supper, in the eating of bread and drinking of wine, is a covenant remembrance of Jesus’ redemptive work in which believers communion with Christ and are united more and more in the covenant community.

INTRODUCTION - People are always looking for the tangible, the use of media, someway in which people can be "touched" - many Protestants whose heritage is founding on a discarding of the use of images in worship have begun making worship visual. They are reviving the arts. Michael R. Keller, a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:11-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Reclaimed: Resetting The Table Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Rob Ketterling on Oct 13, 2014

Reclaim the table!

Reclaimed - Part 3, by Pastor Rob Ketterling Well, we are continuing the series Reclaimed, and we are reclaiming the table, and I'm really enjoying this. And I hope you are participating all the way with this and you're doing all the things we asked you to do. Remember, we asked you to use the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God