The Lord’s Supper: More Than a Moment

For many believers, Communion—or the Lord’s Supper—can feel quiet and familiar. A piece of bread. A small cup. A moment of reflection. But behind this simple act lies a powerful reminder of God’s love and a call to respond with gratitude, unity, and reverence.

The Lord’s Supper isn’t just a tradition. It’s a command from Jesus, given the night He was betrayed. He took bread, gave thanks, broke it, and said, “This is My body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of Me.” Then He took the cup and said, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood. Do this… in remembrance of Me.”

Communion is about remembering. But in Scripture, to remember is more than just recalling a fact. It means to re-engage with the truth of what Jesus has done for us—His suffering, His sacrifice, and His love that made a way for our redemption.

Here’s what the Lord’s Supper invites us into:

• Worship: It draws our hearts to the cross, reminding us that Jesus gave everything so we could live forgiven and free.

• Examination: Scripture encourages us to reflect on our hearts before taking Communion. It’s a time to confess sin, seek reconciliation, and come with a posture of humility.

• Unity: The Table reminds us we are one body, united by Christ. It calls us to set aside division and walk in love with one another.

The Apostle Paul urged the early church to take Communion seriously, not as an empty ritual, but as a sacred act. When our hearts are careless or our motives selfish, we miss the heart of what this moment is meant to be. That’s why preparation matters.

The Lord’s Supper is also forward-looking. Paul writes, “For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.” Communion reminds us not only of what Jesus did but also that He is coming again.