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UNITY Around THE TABLE ( 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 ) 1 CORINTHIANS 11:17-34 – UNITY AROUND THE TABLE Here are some quotes about Christian Unity: “Snowflakes are one of nature’s most fragile things, but just look at what they can do when they stick together.” Vesta Kelly. “There are two ways of being united…

What then shall we say was gained by Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh? For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.” Now to the one who works,…

Central Truth: I must humble myself to Love! Starting in John chapter 13 - John 13:1-11 Jesus Washes the Disciples Feet! Including JUDAS! - John 13:12-17 Do You Understand? Vv. 14 - If I….Then You! Vv. 15 – I have given you an example to follow! Vv. 16 – You are not greater than your Master! Vv. 17 –…

Now in giving this instruction I do not praise you, since you come together not for the better but for the worse. For to begin with, I hear that when you come together as a church there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it. Indeed, it is necessary that there be factions among you, so that…

The Communion service is a symbolic union in the Salvation of Christ’s church through physical participation. There are 3 symbols that Jesus used to picture His saving work for the believer. They are: the Eucharist, the Washing of the Saints Feet, and the Love Feast. I. The Bread and the Cup (Eucharist)…

I really enjoy fellowship dinners. Which is probably because I like to eat. You can probably guess what my favorite part of fellowship dinners are.... If I were super spiritual, I would say the fellowship. But, it is the desserts. I’ve got a huge sweet tooth. But, I do like the fellowship. God designed…

39% In South Africa about 39% of our people suffer from malnutrition. Our visits to the grocery stores over the last few years have continued to shock us... I’m a fortunate somebody - I treat myself (and my family to braaied steak around pay day). A few years ago - it might have been 2 or 3 times a month.…

A man is trying to find a parking space outside his local Walmart on a busy day, but cannot find a single one. He looks skyward and says, "Lord, if you grant me this space, I'll come to Church every Sunday like a good Baptist" Low and behold, a space opens up right in front of him at which time, he looks…

1 Corinthians 11:17-22 , 27-34 Today, I’d like to challenge you to consider the Lord’s Supper from a perspective which we often overlook and one which Christ himself takes very seriously. Christ has given the church two ordinances, which are two special commands or practices he desires us to do together…

17 Now in giving these instructions I do not praise you, since you come together not for the better but for the worse. 18 For first of all, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it. 19 For there must also be factions among you, that those…

This morning we are continuing our study of 1 Corinthians. The passage we are looking at this morning is 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 . The topic Paul is addressing in this passage is the Lord’s Supper. Though Paul is addressing many topics in this letter to the Corinthians, there is a common thread which…

Communion is a big deal, and should not be taken lightly. It is a place for remembrance: Luke 22:14-23 “14 And when the hour came, he reclined at table, and the apostles with him. 15 And he said to them, “I have earnestly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer. 16 For I tell you I will…

We are reminded that God graciously draws near to us in the Lord's Supper. We are encouraged to examine ourselves and seek reconciliation before approaching the table.

18 For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it . 19 For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you. 20 When ye come together therefore into one place, this is not to eat…

1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Remember and Proclaim Good morning church! Open your Bibles with me to 1 Corinthians chapter 11. I mentioned last week, don’t worry, we’re not going to recap or review last week…but I did mention last week that as we begin chapter 11, there is a transition in our letter to where…

Introduction One of the unique things about Scripture is that it does not cover up failures. In fact, the entire Bible, is about God’s plan to restore His relationship with mankind after the original failure of Adam and Eve. We could say that all of Scripture is about failure and redemption. Failure…

3 Then Moses said to the people, “Remember this day in which you came out from Egypt, out of the house of slavery, for by a strong hand the Lord brought you out from this place. No leavened bread shall be eaten. 8 You shall tell your son on that day, ‘It is because of what the Lord did for me when I…

1 Corinthians 11:17 (KJV 1900) 17 Now in this that I declare unto you I praise you not, that ye come together not for the better , but for the worse. Time of Reciprocity res- uh - pros -i-tee 1 Corinthians 10:15–17 (KJV 1900) 15 I speak as to wise men; judge ye what I say. 16 The cup of blessing which…

Pastor James preaches on 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Pastor James teaches on 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Intro Last week of this series: At the Table First week - God’c Provision Second Week - The table is part of Jesus’s plan for redemption and reconciliation. Third Week - At the table we can both experiance and demonstrate God’s grace. This week we are looking at the Lord’s Table Communion or the Lord’s…

Perhaps you didn’t know prior to coming this morning, but today is World Communion Sunday. Today is a day that we celebrate the One church, coming together in countries all around our globe united in one thing - our desire to follow and serve our Lord Jesus Christ. On this day churches in countries under…

Introduction: “I can’t wait for things to go back to the way they were before the pandemic!” some are saying. Could it be that the Heavenly Father, the God of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ has upset the status quo in order to stop you from doing church the same way. Here are some questions that should…

Palm Sunday Foretold by the Prophets 9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your king is coming to you; He is just and endowed with salvation, Humble, and mounted on a donkey, Even on a colt, the foal of a donkey. 22 The stone which the builders rejected…

Where do we start? 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever. What do we tend to fear? The unknown…