Understanding Four Views on the Lord's SupperZondervan, 26. maj 2009 - 224 sider The Lord's Supper has been the central and characteristic action of the church at worship. But there are still many ways of understanding it and many questions surrounding this meal... Who should participate in the Lord’s Supper? How frequently should we observe it? What does this meal mean? What happens when we eat the bread and drink from the cup? What do Christians disagree about and what do they hold in common? These and other questions are explored in this volume of the fair-minded, informative Counterpoints series. Contributors make a case for one of the following views:
All contributors use Scripture to present their views, and each responds to the others' essays. Included are resources for understanding the topic further, such as:
The Counterpoints series presents a comparison and critique of scholarly views on topics important to Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of the biblical text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows readers to evaluate the different positions on a specific issue and form their own, educated opinion. |
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... body” (Matt. 26:26), then later of the cup, which he also gave to them, “This is my blood of the covenant” (Matt. 26:28). In so doing, Jesus commanded his followers that they should “do this in remembrance of me” (Luke 22:19). It ...
... body and blood was a regular occurrence. Yet virtually all biblical scholars agree there is no clear command regarding the frequency of the Lord's Supper within the New Testament. Paul simply says, “For I received from the Lord ...
... body of Christ as well as the mystical body of his church. The cup stands for his blood and thus the forgiveness of our sins and the life-giving power of his sacrifice for us. Spiritual nourishment and growth come to us at this Supper ...
... body and soul for the coming day of the Lord. Jesus plainly gave to the Last Supper an eschatological orientation ... body and blood — are given and spoken and eaten in remembrance of him.7 A PERSONAL REMEMBRANCE This meal is given for ...
... body, which was broken for us. We come joyfully to drink of that cup which is the new testament in thy blood, which blood thou hast shed for the remission of the sins of many. O merciful Jesus, create in us a mighty hunger Introduction ❘ ...
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The Two Most Important Questions | 153 |
Statements on the Lords Supper in Creeds | 160 |
Quotations on the Lords Supper | 182 |
Resources for Further Study | 205 |
Discussion and Reflection Questions | 212 |