Sermons on Communion Metaphors:

Preparing For Bad Times Without Trusting In The World

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 28, 2023

Daniel sinks back into self-reflection, with symptoms reminiscent of what we today know as a “panic attack.” How does he escape?

Saturday of the Last Week in the Year (Dec 2) 2023 I heard a radio commentator say recently that he can’t remember a time when he heard as many people talking about the “end times” as he hears today. This being the last week of our Church year, we are hearing “end time readings,” particularly from ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:15-27, Luke 21:34-36, Psalm 146:3-5

Denomination: Catholic

After Easter: Post-Resurrection Encounters

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 23, 2025

After the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the story of salvation did not end—it entered a new and powerful phase.

AFTER EASTER: POST-RESURRECTION ENCOUNTERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 24:13-35 “And it came to pass, that, while they communed together and reasoned, Jesus himself drew near, and went with them.” Supporting Texts: John 20:11–29; 1 Corinthians 15:3–8; Acts 1:1–3; Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Examine Yourself

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 5, 2008

Have you ever sat in a communion service and been told to examine yourself? This is indeed God’s word to us! But what Paul meant was something considerably different from what is often said or implied today

"EXAMINE YOURSELF" I COR. 11:17 34 Have you ever sat in a communion service and been told to examine yourself? This is indeed God’s word to us! But what Paul meant was something considerably different from what is often said or implied today. Read 17 34 The passage I’ve just read is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Ordination Sermon

Contributed by Emil Boniog on Jan 12, 2004

A charge to the candidate based on Acts 13:1-4 outlining the following requirements for ordination: COMMUNION, CONSECRATION, & COMMISSION; and a charge to the congregation based on 1 Timothy 5:17-19 outlining their threefold ministry to their pastor, name

ORDINATION SERMON Acts 13:1-4 & 1 Timothy 5:17-19 A WORD FOR THE PASTOR INTRODUCTION This morning, I want to share some thoughts from the Word of God. I have chosen two passages for our meditation. The first is Acts 13:1-4. · “1Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-4, 1 Timothy 5:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Encounter With Evil!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 28, 2014

You need not fear the devil when you have the King with you! Are you listening? You can meet the devil and the evil forces at any time when you have a tight communion with the Lord at all times.

Encounter with evil: 1 King 18:2”So Elijah went to show himself to Ahab. Now the famine was severe in Samaria.” Deuteronomy 28:1 “"And if you faithfully obey the voice of the LORD your God, being careful to do all his commandments that I command you today, the LORD your God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread-Jesus

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 3, 2009

BIG IDEA: Give us this day our daily ...bread Give us this day our daily... Jesus. Living in him, we must forgive others and take up our cross daily. Communion Sunday

1.04.2009 Sermon Give us our Daily Bread By William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Give us this day our daily ...bread Give us this day our daily... Jesus You are what you eat Born in a feeding trough, Jesus is our daily bread. We are to consume and live as Jesus did. It is a daily choice. Take up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Outline For "But Let A Man Examine Himself . . ." Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 11, 2021

Communion, also called "the Lord's Supper", is one of the most important things believers observe. This outline gives a few points for every believer to consider whenever we observe this ordinance.

“But let a man examine himself. . .(1 Cor 11:28a)" Introduction: The Lord’s Supper is one of the two ordinances He commanded us to observe or follow. Each of the four Gospels tells of this, as does Paul in 1 Corinthians 11. The problem in Corinth was that some in the church were not observing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:28

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Your Feet On The Ground And Your Eye On Heaven

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 22, 2024

A balanced Christian life tends to common daily duties without complaint but also pursues spiritual revitalization through communion with the Lord and feeding on God's word. This balance is particularly important during turbulent times.

Intro As we approach the November election, we find ourselves in an intense time in our history. The attempted assassination of President Trump testifies to that fact. The Republican convention concluded last Thursday. The Democrat convention is coming up in August. Who knows what decisions will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-12, 2 Peter 3:1-12, Proverbs 16:27, Colossians 3:23, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Matthew 25:1-21, Hebrews 12:1-2, Luke 9:1-36, Luke 24:49  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

A Balm In Gilead

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 24, 2021

Jeremiah suggested metaphorically that there was a balm in Gilead to heal sinful nations (Jeremiah 8:22; 46:11)? What or who is that balm? Purpose: Why do we need the healing touch of Jesus. Plan: Let’s look at how Jesus healing a woman and a little girl applies to us in Mark 5:21-43.

Intro Jeremiah suggested metaphorically that there was a balm in Gilead to heal sinful nations (Jeremiah 8:22; 46:11)? What or who is that balm? It's not Lucas' Pawpaw Ointment or McNess Krestol Salve. Purpose: Let’s understand why we and our world need the healing touch of Jesus. Plan: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

Two Hats

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 12, 2008

One hat is a dress hat, the other is a work hat. When we profess to be Christian, we start wearing a hat. But which hat do we choose? Text, audio & Communion message will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

Someone once asked, ‘What good are cowboys?’ I replied that without cowboys, there would be no cowboy songs or western movies or cowgirls. Have you ever noticed how cowboys seem to have pretty good judgment? Of course, a lot of good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of experience ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: *other

I Shall Never See The Greatest Tree

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 20, 2003

For World Communion Sunday: Jesus’ vision of the Kingdom is large, but the weakness of the church makes it unlikely we shall see it fulfilled. Yet we must affirm the small beginnings that are being made, even by us, for they have potential, when they are

So how do you feel about trees? Did Hurricane Isabel change your feelings about living in a city of trees? When some of them fell on the power lines and cut you off – our house was out for six whole days – how did you feel about trees? I didn’t ask you how you felt about Pepco. That’s another ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 16, 2007

A short homily given at a mid-week communion service. We need to be ready in advance for the changes which will come our way. Jesus prepared the disciples for his departure with the promise of the Spirit. The same Holy Spirit lives in us.

John 14: 23 to 29 What follows is not a party political broadcast on behalf of the Labour Party! Tony Blair has now announced that he is leaving his post as Prime Minister. Now I am no expert but I guess that within the Labour Party there will be a mixture of concern, excitement, nervousness and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Anglican

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

Read, Bless & Prioritize

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 11, 2008

Father’s Day Sermon that talks about the book of instruction we have; how to bless our children; and a reminder to keep them your second highest priority. Audio, text, and communion meditation at www.sermonlist.com

How many of you know what today is? Sometimes, we men tend forget dates, don’t we? A husband was reading the morning newspaper as he ate breakfast. His wife walked behind him, letting her hand gently touch his shoulder, and asked him if he remembered what day it was. Having no clue, but ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:22

Denomination: *other

How Does The Death Of A Lamb Save Us?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 19, 2014

Do you know why: using our dainty little communion set in our worship, is so superior to the Old Testament services where animals were sacrificed for God? From Genesis to Revelation, we answer that question.

Isaiah 49.1–7; Psalm 40.1–11; 1 Corinthians 1.1–9, John 1.29–42 Summary: Do you know why: using our dainty little communion set in our worship, is so superior to the Old Testament services where animals were sacrificed for God? From Genesis to Revelation, we answer that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Episcopal