TEXT: 1 Corinthians 11:24-34

Introduction:

The Corinthian church was abusing the communion tables using it as a means to satisfy their flesh.  Paul details the meaning and the necessity of communion and sets in order the purpose of the ordinance.

I. We are to Remember (v24-27)

A. The Body of Christ- “Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me”

B. The Blood of Christ- “This is the cup of the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me”…

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