For The Common Unity

Communion is an ordinance or sacrament founded by the Lord Jesus himself.  He brought his disciples together to share a meal and he told them to continue this practice until he returns. Just after this meal he goes to pray in the garden and again prays for his followers to be one, or united through him.  Jesus had a heart for his people to be together, and in this message Pastor Ryan Russell shares how and why this Common unity should be important to us today.

Text: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Sermon Summary:

Big Idea: Communion shapes our relationship with Christ and with others.

Key Question: What is God’s desire for His people in the Lord’s Supper?

The Lord’s Supper Calls Believers to:

1.     Unity with Christ. (vv. 23-25)

2.     Personal reflection. (vv. 27-32)

3.     Public proclamation. (vv. 26, 33-34)