Category Archives: Communion Meditations

[Prayer for the loaf.] [Dispensing of the loaf.] You know, the more I study the Lord’s Supper, and the more I learn about First Century culture, the more amazed I am at how many symbols and images and ideas are … Continue reading →

(1 Cor 11:28-29) A man ought to examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup. 29 For anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body of the Lord eats and drinks judgment on himself. … Continue reading →

The Lord’s Supper has been called a “mystery” by many, and the term seems apt enough. There are many symbols and meanings within this sacred ceremony, and many are hard to interpret. Today, I’d like to speculate a little about … Continue reading →

[I’m reposting this note from a year ago. We had a similar service this morning for Mission Sunday. I thought it was worth sharing this idea once again. Sunday was Missions Sunday for us. We enjoyed a truly extraordinary day … Continue reading →

2,000 years ago, God saw that heaven and earth were too far apart. God very much wanted to bring heaven down to earth so that all his children could enjoy it, just as he does. And for a moment, this … Continue reading →

[This is in contemplation of Thanksgiving Day] On Thanksgiving, we spend time with families and friends enjoying a great meal together. It’s a great time. For me — and I’m sure many others — it’s the best time of year. … Continue reading →

I was baptized when I was eight. I was short for my age, skinny, and proudly wore a butch cut. The kids would call it a buzz cut today. My church had less than 100 members, and we met in … Continue reading →