Angela Bainter Eighteenth in a series 1 Corinthians 11:27-29 Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be answerable for the body and blood of the Lord. Communion reminds us of the blessing we have received in Christ and that is something for which we can give thanks! The topics of Baptism and Communion sacraments are covered in these children's sermons and Bible messages. March 30, 2010 by Mimi Patrick. Through the broken bread, he reminds us of his body that was broken to meet our hunger for salvation. Mother Teresa replied, "He doesn't talk. 14 Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you. Though we must be reverent and must be appreciative of what Communion symbolizes, Communion also speaks of intimacy and fellowship. 1 Corinthians 11:26. Thank You for loving me so much, You gave up heaven for me. May the Lord always shine brightly upon you! Followers of Jesus from across the world and across the aisle will gather at the table of grace. Samuel Rutherford (1600-1661) - One of the most influential Scottish Presbyterians in the Westminster Assembly. It is called the final step of faith because it represents the ultimate communion of the believer and Christ. Communion Message #2. At that time the disciples did not know that Jesus was heading for His crucifixion, but He knew. A communion with Christ, it is also a communion with each other, and not only among the few gathered within the walls of a single sanctuary; it is the fellowship of the ages. We must always remember what Jesus went through on the Cross and what His body and blood has . The main sacred fellowship is truly significant in a kid's life. 1 Cor. The 1st thing He calls us to remember is that His Body was Broken for You. We have brought our Communion trays this morning for a very good reason. Remorse and Reconciliation: How reconciliation is always costly - to the reconciler. By partaking of it, I testify that Jesus' body was broken for me and that He shed His blood for me. 14 Communion Sermons on the Lord's Supper. #8 Congratulations on receiving your First Communion! When we take communion, it symbolizes the sacrifice Jesus made on our behalf. When we take of the bread and the cup we proclaim His death . When we come around to a time of communion, our attention can't help but be drawn to the two elements. Inexperienced speakers can ramble on and turn what should essentially be a five minute or so message into a ten or fifteen minute mini-sermon.