Remembering Christ in the Supper

Remembering Christ in the Supper
1 Corinthians 11:23-32
 
Introduction
 
I. Turning to Christ In Faith and For Faith
 
A. Remembrance is equated with turning to God and worshipping Him (Psa. 22:27)
 
B. Remembrance is equated with faith (2 Tim. 2:8)
 
II. Proclaiming Christ -
Remembrance involves a proclamation of Christ and His saving work (1 Cor. 11:26). We proclaim Christ to...
o   Our own hearts
o   To each other
o   To the world
 
III. Embracing Christ as your Covenant Representative
 
A. Remembrance is a Covenant matter (1 Cor. 11:25)
 
B. Jesus renews His Covenant with you in the Supper
 
IV. Obedience to Christ
 
A. Remembrance and obedience: remember your name in the night, O LORD, and keep your law. Psalm 119:55
 
B. Remembrance is a renewal of our pledge to listen to and obey Christ.
 
Conclusion