Sermons on Mattityahu 26:27:

Is Transubstantiation During Communion Supported By The New Testament Or Early Church History?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 21, 2024

The Holy Communion Eucharist is at the center of Christian worship.

The Holy Communion Eucharist (Gk: ‘eucharisteo’ = give thanks), also known as the Lord’s Supper, commemorates the Last Supper Jesus shared with the Disciples before His crucifixion during their observation of the traditional seder meal served on the 15th and 16th of the month of Nisan in Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29, John 6:53-58, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Bread, Building Community: A Reflection On Communion

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Nov 29, 2024

This sacrament invites us to remember, reflect, and reimagine our role in the body of Christ—encouraging us to engage with our communities, honor diverse experiences, and embrace the powerful narratives that shape our worship.

As I reflect on my recent completion of a course in Worship Theology, I am filled with a profound sense of transformation and inspiration, particularly regarding the sacrament of Holy Communion. This course has deepened my understanding of worship as a holistic experience that engages not only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-31

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas Eve Communion Service - The Perfect Time, The Perfect Gift - Galatians 4:4-5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2024

Christmas isn’t just a celebration of a baby’s birth—it’s the celebration of perfect timing. In Galatians 4:4-5, the Apostle Paul captures the significance of the coming of Christ. These verses show us that Jesus’ birth was no accident; it was God’s deliberate and perfect plan.

Christmas Eve Communion Service - The Perfect Time, The Perfect Gift - Galatians 4:4-5 Galatians 4:4-5 (NLT): “But when the right time came, God sent his Son, born of a woman, subject to the law. God sent him to buy freedom for us who were slaves to the law, so that he could adopt us as his very ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5, Isaiah 46:10, Romans 6:23, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Romans 8:15, Matthew 26:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Take And Eat - Mark 14:22-26 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 4, 2024

Why do some verses in the Bible make our relationship with God sound conditional, and other verses make it sound unconditional? The answer to that question is the key to understanding the gospel and having the closest, most intimate relationship with God possible.

Mark 14:22 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take it; this is my body." 23 Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, and they all drank from it. 24 "This is my blood of the covenant, which is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:22-26, Matthew 26:26-30, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Go! And Remember The Lamb Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2025

Throughout the Bible, God calls His people to remember — to remember His goodness, His deliverance, His mercy.

Go! And Remember the Lamb INTRODUCTION We are gathered today to remember. Not just to recall, but to intentionally focus our hearts and minds on the greatest act of love the world has ever known. Throughout the Bible, God calls His people to remember — to remember His goodness, His deliverance, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-28, Matthew 26:17-30, John 1:29, 1 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Luke 22:1, Leviticus 23:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Covered By The Blood?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 12, 2025

Humans are one blood by Creation, but must become a New Creation by the blood of the Lamb!

Leviticus 17:10  And whatsoever man there be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among you, that eateth any manner of blood; I will even set my face against that soul that eateth blood, and will cut him off from among his people.  11  For the life of the flesh ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 17:10-16, Matthew 26:26-29, Hebrews 9:22, Romans 1:16, Revelation 7:1-8, Ephesians 4:5-6, Philippians 2:2, 2 Corinthians 5:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Communion Meal Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 22, 2023

The Communion Meal Series: The Sacraments August 6, 2013 – Brad Bailey

The Communion Meal Series: The Sacraments August 6, 2013 – Brad Bailey Intro Identity is powerful. Identity may be the most powerful force in our lives…and yet the most unrooted. We tend to live out of some combination of who we have been… are expected to be… want to be… and should be. And I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29, 1 Corinthians 11:23-29, 1 Corinthians 10:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Last Supper: A Table Of Grace Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023

Matthew 26:17-29 recounts the poignant moments when Jesus shared His final meal with His disciples before His crucifixion. It's a meal filled with deep symbolism and a message of grace.

"The Last Supper: A Table of Grace" Introduction: Today, we gather around God's Word to explore the profound significance of the Last Supper, a meal that transcends time and culture. Matthew 26:17–29 recounts the poignant moments when Jesus shared His final meal with His disciples ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From Olivet

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 28, 2022

The Mount of Olives was important to Jesus. It is a place of praise, a place of rest, a place of communion, a place of surrender, a place of blessing, and a place of retreat – things important to both Christ and believers today.

I’ve entitled our message today “Lessons from Olivet,” and I wish to begin by reading Luke 22:39, which is our focal verse. This verse says, “Coming out, He went to the Mount of Olives, as He was accustomed, and His disciples also followed Him.” This morning, I feel led to preach a message about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-38, Luke 21:37-38, Matthew 26:26-39, Luke 24:50-53, Acts 1:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Supper's Proper Meaning Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 7, 2023

The Lord's Supper's meaning is to commemorate the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross for the forgiveness of sins. It symbolizes his body and blood, which were given up for humanity's salvation.

The Lord's Supper's proper meaning Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 7, 2023 Matthew 26:17–29 (NKJV) Jesus Celebrates Passover with His Disciples 17 Now on the first day of the Feast of the Unleavened Bread, the disciples came to Jesus, saying to Him, “Where do You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

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

Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 2: Timeless Truth From The Lord’s Supper Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 29, 2023

In this Scripture God gives us timeless truth: 1. About our Leader (vs. 17-19). 2. About Christian life (vs. 20). 3. About being lost (vs. 14-16, 21-25). 4. About God's love (vs. 26-28). 5. About eternal life (vs. 29).

Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 2: Timeless Truth from the Lord’s Supper The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 26:14-29 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 29, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 26, we are closing in on the cross of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. One of the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord’s Supper: Easter Story - Days 5-6 Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 5, 2023

Two days before Passover, Jesus was anointed and betrayed. The next evening, Jesus and the disciples had the Lord’s Supper and headed to the Mount of Olives.

Day Five - Anointed and Betrayed Two days before the Passover feast, Jesus said to his disciples, “I will be betrayed to be crucified.” Caiaphas and the religious leaders said, “We can’t kill him on the feast day, because there will be an uproar among the people.” In Bethany, a supper was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-5, Matthew 26:14-16, John 12:1-11, Mark 14:3-11, Luke 22:3-4, Luke 22:7-8, Mark 14:12-17, Matthew 26:21-29, John 13:1-35, Luke 22:24-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

For You

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 7, 2023

A Sermon for Maundy Thursday

April 6, 2023 Maundy Thursday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Matthew 26:17-30 For You Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There is joy in hosting a meal. Eating is so essential to all of us. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Lutheran