Declare This

see 1 Cor 11: 26

1 Corinthians 11:26 NASB 2020

For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.

Proclaiming Christ Until He Comes

Bible Passage: 1 Corinthians 11:26

Summary: In this verse, the Apostle Paul emphasizes the significance of the Lord's Supper as a proclamation of Christ's death until His return, linking present communion with the anticipation of Christ's second coming.

Application: This teaching enables Christians to engage in spiritual practices that remind them of their redemption and the hope of Christ's return. By participating in the Lord's Supper with this perspective, believers can strengthen their faith and encourage one another amid life's challenges and uncertainties.

Teaching: This sermon will teach that the Lord's Supper is not just a ritual, but a vital expression of community faith and hope in the promise of Christ's return, encouraging believers to live with a forward-looking perspective.

How this passage could point to Christ: Christ is the focus of the entire Scripture as both the immediate sacrifice commemorated in the Lord's Supper and the promised King who will return. The Eucharist serves to connect the past act of Christ's crucifixion with the future hope of His return.

Big Idea: The Lord's Supper is a practice that proclaims the reality of Christ's sacrifice and serves as a reminder of His promised return, urging Christians to live in anticipation and unity.

Recommended Study: As you prepare for this sermon, consider exploring the historical context of the Corinthian church's practices surrounding the Lord's Supper and any potential sociocultural influences that may have affected their understanding. Use Logos to examine various commentaries and texts that elaborate on the theological implications of sacramental theology and eschatology in relation to the teachings in 1 Corinthians, particularly focusing on the themes of community and hope.

1. Proclaim and Anticipate Together

1 Corinthians 11:26

You could suggest that this verse invites believers to reflect on the past, present, and future significance of the Lord's Supper. By participating in this sacred tradition, Christians join in a communal act that not only commemorates Christ's past sacrifice but also affirms their shared hope in His certain return. This forward-looking anticipation can empower believers to face present struggles with renewed faith and unity. Emphasizing that the Supper is a proclamation of faith, encourage the congregation to view this act as a reminder of their role in bearing witness to the world of Christ's love and promise.