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Do This in Memory of Me: The History and Significance of the Lord's Supper

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by Dr. Maryellen Pickens

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The Lord's Supper, also known as Communion or Eucharist, is a symbolic meal that is shared by Christians around the world in remembrance of Jesus' death and resurrection.

The Lord's Supper is a time to reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus made for us and to recommit ourselves to following him. It is a time to come together as a community and to celebrate the unity that we have in Christ.

The History of the Lord's Supper

The Lord's Supper was instituted by Jesus Christ on the night before his crucifixion. He shared a meal with his disciples and told them to eat and drink in remembrance of him.

The early Christians continued to share the Lord's Supper as a way to remember Jesus and to celebrate their unity in him. The practice of the Lord's Supper has continued throughout the history of the Church.

The Significance of the Lord's Supper

The Lord's Supper is a symbolic meal that represents the body and blood of Jesus Christ. When we eat and drink the bread and wine, we are symbolically sharing in his body and blood.

The Lord's Supper is a reminder of the sacrifice that Jesus made for us. He died on the cross to pay the price for our sins. We can never repay the debt that we owe him, but we can express our gratitude by sharing in the Lord's Supper.

The Lord's Supper is also a reminder of the unity that we have in Christ. When we share the Lord's Supper, we are symbolically coming together as one body. We are reminded that we are all part of the family of God.

The Lord's Supper Today

The Lord's Supper is still practiced by Christians today. It is a central part of the worship services of many churches.

The Lord's Supper is a time for Christians to come together and remember Jesus. It is a time to reflect on his sacrifice and to recommit ourselves to following him. It is a time to celebrate the unity that we have in Christ.

The Lord's Supper is a meaningful and important tradition in the Christian faith. It is a time to remember Jesus, to celebrate our unity in him, and to recommit ourselves to following him.

Do This In Memory of Me

by Dr. Maryellen Pickens

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