MEMORY VERSE: “ I am the living bread which came down from heaven: if any man eats of this bread, he shall live for ever: and the bread that i will give is my flesh, which will give for the life of the world.” John 6:51.
BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Corinthians 11:24-29.
INTRODUCTION
The Covenant meal is the Holy Communion that is taken as a symbol of the new covenant between God and man through Jesus for the remission of sin Matthew 26:26-28. Also, taking this meal demonstrates the Lord’s death till He comes again. Our focus is how the meal can be beneficial, if taken the right way.
OUTLINE
- CONDITIONS
- BENEFITS
- CONDITIONS
To take the Holy Communion in a proper manner, the following terms and conditions apply:
- A Regenerated life. You must have become born again by choice after you believed in God and became a part of His people John 3:3, John 5:24, 1 Corinthians 11:33.
- It must be taken in honour of our Lord Jesus Christ Luke 22:19. Christ expects us to remember His ultimate sacrifice (death) for us till He comes 1 Corinthians 11:25-26.
- It must be eaten worthily. Do not harbour unconfessed sins;bitterness, envy, unforgiveness, unbelief. lust, immorality, etc. 1 Corinthians 11:27; Galatians 5:19-21.
- It must be taken after self-examination. You are to examine yourself to avoid sickness, weakness, or death 1 Corinthians 11:28-30; 2 Corinthians 13:5a.
- It must be taken in a decent and orderly manner. It should not be taken in a rowdy manner 1 Corinthians 11:33-34; 14:40.
2. BENEFITS
Partaking in the Holy Communion gives life eternal John 6:53-54. It is a desirable meal that gives strength for the spiritual journey ahead 1Kings 19:7-8. The Holy Communion is a meal that paves the way for favour and prosperity Exodus 12:35-36. It is a meal that protects and preserves us during God’s judgment on the wicked by bringing deliverance Exodus 12:27,30-33. At the Holy Communion, secret revelations of the heart are revealed Matthew 26:19-23 It is a healing meal Psalm 105:37; Deuteronomy 29:5-6. It is a privileged meal that all believers could partake in with Christ 1 Corinthians 11:24- 25.
CONCLUSION
The Holy Communion is a sure fortification for all believers in Christ.We must desire and maximise every opportunity to partake of it. Do not allow ignorance or sin stand between you and this Covenant meal.
FURTHER READINGS:
SUN: Exodus 12:23,
MON: 2 Timothy 2:19
TUE: 1 John 4:4,
WED: Isaiah 6:3,
THURS: 1 Corinthians 15:19,
FRI: Ecclesiastes 3:1,
SAT: Matthew 5:45.