Sermons on The Lord Supper:

Christian Passover

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Dec 22, 2002

This Sermon shows the parallels between the Lord Supper and the Passover, and the need for trust in our relationship with God.

Christian Passover Luke 2:8, Exo 12:1-27, Rom 3:23, Rom 6:23, Isa 53:1-6, Eph 2:8-9, Heb 11:6, John 3:16 - 18 Rom 5:6-7, John 1:29, 1 Cor 5:7, John 19:32 - 36, Gal 4:4-5, 1 Pet 1:18-20 December 19, 2002 I. I don’t like to start a sermon with something that is my opinion, but the fact that I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-27, Isaiah 53:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Communion Symbols PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 2, 2024

This sermon explores the profound spiritual significance of the Lord's Supper, encouraging believers to approach it with reverence and gratitude.

Welcome, beloved family of God. It's a blessing to gather together once again. Today, we're going to turn our focus to 1 Corinthians 11, a passage that speaks of the Lord's Supper. This sacrament, this sacred act, is one that we, as believers, participate in regularly. But do we truly understand ...read more

Topics: Communion

The Unforgettable

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 12, 2013

This sermon is intertwined with songs and prayers which revolve around the Lord's Supper. There are references to the Passover meal which is the foundation of our communion with God.

Mention the Power and intention of National/Personal Memorials -- Washington Monument; Alamo; Gettysburg; USS Lexington, etc. * Lord's Supper was the Focal Point of the Early Church -- Acts 2.42; 20.7 Symbolism of the Bread and the Fruit of the Vine Bread = Provision -- unleavened bread in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Brings Us Together Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Oct 18, 2007

We find unity within the church as we gather around the cross. Sermon designed to immediately precede the observance of the Lord’s Supper.

<>We have different likes and dislikes. ------Some folks like coffee, others don’t. ------Some folks prefer Coca Cola, others opt for Pepsi products. ------Some like “active” vacations (skiing, motorcycle touring, camping; others prefer more rest and relaxation. ------Some prefer fruit as a treat ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13

Denomination: Baptist

God's Tender Mercies

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 29, 2008

God does discipline His children who approach the Lord’s Table with unholy attitudes. This is does as an act of love. If we were properly evaluating ourselves, we would not be judged.

1 CORINTHIANS 11:31, 32 GOD’S TENDER MERCIES “If we judged ourselves truly, we would not be judged. When we are judged by the Lord, we are disciplined so that we may not be condemned along with the world.” No doubt the title of the message appears strange to some people. How can discipline be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

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

Word And Eucharist Are One Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 13, 2009

The Gospel proclaims the divine reversal--the weak become strong by grace; thus also Word and Sacrament are the means by which weakness is strengthened.

June 15, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis Here in the penumbra of the Feast of Corpus Christi, it is particularly helpful to reflect on what many have called “the great reversal.” The Gospel is one frequently quoted to show the power of nonviolent resistence. Go two miles when forced to go one. St. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

Clean Hands

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 25, 2009

Communion meditation

1The earth is the LORD’S and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it; 2for he has founded it on the seas, and established it on the rivers. 3Who shall ascend the hill of the LORD? And who shall stand in his holy place? 4Those who have clean hands and pure hearts, who do not lift ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Communion Pics

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 2, 2009

A communion message remembering Jesus using 4 "pics" from His life and ministry...

Dakota Community Church February 8, 2009 Communion Pics I Corinthians 11:23-26 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is for you; do this in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Mennonite

Dinner For Twelve Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Mar 22, 2009

Based on the poem, Footprints in the Sand by Mary Stevenson, this series follows the footprints of Jesus from the Upper Room to His Resurrection.

Scripture References (Jn 13:1-17, Mtt 26:26-30, Mk 14:22-26, Lk 22:14-20) Series Introduction Mary Stevenson, in 1936, wrote a poem … Footprints in the Sand (read) We want to follow the footprints of Jesus in the days leading up to his crucifixion, death, resurrection. Jesus was on a journey to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Charismatic

When He Needed A Friend

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 8, 2009

Maundy Thursday: Jesus was abandoned on the night of his arrest. And the next day, Jesus would even be forsaken by his Heavenly Father. But Jesus didn’t forget about us and left us the commandment to love each other and the holy supper.

During WWII, six Navy pilots left their aircraft carrier on a mission. Afterwards, they tried to return to their ship shortly after dark. But the captain had ordered ‘lights out’ on the ship. That means that the ship was in total darkness. And if you’ve never been out in the middle of the ocean ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Beauty And Truth In Worship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 11, 2009

Our worship in the Eucharist must bring together what we believe with the way we pray, and reflect both Ultimate Truth and Beauty.

April 13, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis As we sit in the warm glow of Resurrection Day, we are invited to reflect on the connection between what we believe and how we pray. We believe that Jesus rose from the dead, that He conquered sin and death, and that we who eat the Flesh of the Son of Man and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-33

Denomination: Catholic

Manifesting The Real Presence

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 9, 2009

The change in the bread and wine is not physically manifest; that means we have to show the change in our lives.

Feast of Corpus Christi 14 June 2009 Urgent and important truths are often expressed in two words: heart attack, new-improved, te amo, you’re fired. The words have impact because they are engaging and brief. They grab our attention and focus it on the reality. They make us aware of some ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-26

Denomination: Catholic

Bread Clearly Broken

Contributed by Jon Lipka on May 6, 2012

Not through intellectual assent, wisdom, and knowledge, but through the act of love, the breaking of bread, do we recognize Jesus Christ and know him as our Risen Lord and Savior.

Hearing the message of the Gospel is not enough. Understanding, intellectual assent is not adequate. Peter’s proclamation of the Gospel at Pentecost did not result in the people exclaiming, “We agree with your reasoning,” or, “That makes sense to us.” Rather, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Anglican

The Night The Lamb Sang

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on May 9, 2012

Jesus the sacrifice Lamb sang the night of His crucifixion. Why did He sing? What did He sing?

The Night the Lamb Sang TCF Maundy Thursday Sermon April 5, 2012 Matthew 26:26-30 (ESV) 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 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational