Sermons on 1 Corinthians 11:23-31: showing 46-60 of 497

Cannibals Or Snackers?

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Jun 3, 2002

The Lord’s Supper isn’t a snack. Nor is it really a cause for charges of cannibalism. But somewhere in between the two is the mystery of Christ present in the bread and cup that we share together. And if Christ is somehow really present in these elements

Are you a cannibal or are you just snacking? You heard me – are you a cannibal or are you just snacking? Or something else? Ancient Christians were accused of cannibalism. Why? Because rumor had it that when they got together before sunrise on Sundays they drank blood and ate a body. It didn’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: *other

Come To The Table

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002

A parable of communion

Come to the Table Scripture Reading: 1 Cor. 11:23-29 INTRO: Once upon a time: there was a certain young man who had a nice fast car. • Picked up a friend for school function, • En route, driver went a little too fast, lost control • Car careened off road into tree; • driver survived, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Meal To Remember

Contributed by Roger Thompson on Jun 17, 2002

A communion sermon about the importance of remembering.

TOPIC: ?A Meal To Remember? TEXT: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 He looked so small, lying in his hospital bed. The disease had ravaged his body, causing him to loose weight. He couldn?t have weighed more than 90 pounds soaking wet. The most recent bad news had taken its toll, as well. His mood had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Methodist

Do This To Remember Me Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jun 24, 2002

This homily is to demonstrate that by His actions on Holy Thursday at the Last Supper, he shows the intimate connection of personal service and love in the community to divine worship at the Euchrist.

HOLY THURSDAY “DO THIS TO COMMEMORATE ME” 1. "Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end" (Jn 13:1). These words from the Gospel text just proclaimed clearly underline the climate of Holy Thursday. They give us an insight into what Christ felt "on the night when he ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35, 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

Denomination: Anglican

Proclaim The Lord's Death

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The ritual of the Lord's Supper proclaims Jesus' death without words.

Thesis: The ritual of the Lord's Supper proclaims Jesus' death without words. Intro.: 1. Illust. "Take her?" "Yes." "Take him?" "Yes." "Took." You have just heard the transcript from the world's shortest wedding ceremony. It took place in a bar on a Friday PM at 8:00. The couple had met there the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

This Do In Remembrance Of Me

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. Important part of our assembly is the Lord's Supper. a. Focus: Not external aspects--how often, elements & represent. b. Concern: What should be happening spiritually? 2. Some introductory remarks. a. NT doesn't say a whole lot about the Lord's Supper. (Gospels [26, 14, 22]; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The Lord's Supper honors Christ and benefits Christians.

Thesis: The Lord's Supper honors Christ and benefits Christians. Intro.: 1. It is difficult to overestimate the importance and significance of the Lord's Supper for Christians: a. Oscar Cullman--LS "basis and goal of every gathering" of 1st Christians. b. John Calvin considered LS the highest ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Is God Real?

Contributed by Bradley White-Findeisen on Oct 18, 2000

That's a strange question for a preacher to ask, isn't it? Yet, it's a question that is asked by many, even those who profess to be Christians, especially during a time of trial and tribulation.

That's a strange question for a preacher to ask, isn't it? Yet, it's a question that is asked by many, even those who profess to be Christians, especially during a time of trial and tribulation. My sermon today is not an argument for the existence of God. My personal belief is that any God I have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Manifest To The World

Contributed by Bradley White-Findeisen on Oct 18, 2000

While I was in the Navy, one of the duty stations I was assigned to was a nuclear powered guided missile cruiser out of Alameda, California.

While I was in the Navy, one of the duty stations I was assigned to was a nuclear powered guided missile cruiser out of Alameda, California. One of the many duties I was assigned was "I" division officer, responsible for coordinating the indoctrination of personnel who recently reported for duty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have An In The Body Experience

Contributed by Bradley White-Findeisen on Oct 18, 2000

The church is a lot like a school School Church students laity faculty ministers Or, maybe the church is more like a corporation Corporation Church articles of incorporation constitution boards deacons shareholders meetings & conventions business meetings & conventions mergers ecumenis

The church is a lot like a school School Church students laity faculty ministers Or, maybe the church is more like a corporation Corporation Church articles of incorporation constitution boards deacons shareholders meetings & conventions business meetings & conventions mergers ecumenism strive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discerning The Body

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We are warned not to partake of the Lord's Supper in an unworthy manner - that is unless we discern or recognize His body . What does this mean?

1. Special occasions often celebrated by a special meal. The host spends much time preparing for the meal. The Lord’s Supper is a special meal in which not the host but the guests are to prepare themselves. 2. Have you prepared yourself for this meal? Did you listen to the call for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Checkpoint In Life

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

During the days that Berlin was physically divided by the Berlin Wall, there was a notable place called "Checkpoint Charlie" where EVERYONE and EVERYTHING was checked. Checkpoints are helpful in our lives, and commencement for your high school graduation

A CHECKPOINT IN LIFE INTRODUCTION: (Preached May 1997, as the commencement address for Bosque Farms Christian Academy.) During the days that Berlin was physically divided by the Berlin Wall, there was a notable place called "Checkpoint Charlie" where EVERYONE and EVERYTHING was checked. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:31

The Significance Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Mike Turner on Oct 18, 2000

This morning before partaking of the Lord's supper, I want us to take a look at four things concerning this ordinance that will help us to understand its importance.

This morning before partaking of the Lord's supper, I want us to take a look at four things concerning this ordinance that will help us to understand its importance. 1. It is to be a time of Remembrance. verse 24 Jesus said...do this in remembrance of me. Just as the Jewish passover commemorated ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-28, Matthew 26:26, Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Memorial Day Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 5, 2001

Sunday is the ultimate "Memorial Day" when we take of the Lord’s Supper. The correlation to our nation’s "Memorial Day" is intriguing.

OPEN: Priscilla Larson, of Lexington, Massachutsetts, tells of the time her brother-in-law (a preacher) had been away from home one afternoon donating his blood at the Red Cross. The preacher’s son was a little concerned when his father didn’t come home by the time he usually did, and the boy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Take The Lord's Supper Seriously

Contributed by Robert Travis on Jun 24, 2001

We must know the meaning of the Lord’s supper for it to be meaningful.

LET’S TAKE THE SUPPER SERIOUSLY I CORINTHIANS 11:23-26 23For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread: 24And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist