April 14, 2026
Let Go
At the Lord’s table, Jesus’ question—“Who are you seeking?”—invites honest heart-examination. This Communion devotion calls us to release what we cling to and seek him with all our heart.
Articles for tag: communion
April 8, 2026
Unbreakable Hope
Chris Norton’s recovery story points to the Lord’s renewing strength and Christ’s redeeming grace. As we come to the Communion table, we remember the unbreakable hope offered through Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.
March 27, 2026
GO OUT
Stuart Powell reflects on Genesis 15:13-14 and Israel’s hope of deliverance—“they will go out”—then connects that promise to persecuted believers today and to the church’s repeated hope at the Lord’s Table.
February 23, 2026
HEAVEN’S HANDS AND HUMAN HANDS
Doug Redford reflects on David’s sinful census and his choice to fall into the Lord’s hands because God’s mercy is “very great.” In Communion, he points to the cross where Jesus suffered human cruelty within God’s saving plan.
February 23, 2026
THE MEANING OF COMMUNION
A devotional reflection on Communion as gratitude, honest soul-searching, and forgiveness through Christ. Drawing on 1 Corinthians 10:16, it highlights the bread and cup as shared blessing—and the deep bond believers share at the Lord’s table.
February 23, 2026
A GLORIOUS MEAL
A devotional reflection contrasting Calvin Coolidge’s grief with the enduring glory of Jesus’ finished work. Communion invites weekly remembrance of Christ’s glory before the world began, revealed at the cross, and promised to believers.
February 23, 2026
THE ONLY NAME THAT FITS
A Communion meditation on 1 Corinthians 13 that shows why our names don’t fit Paul’s love language—and why only Jesus does. At the table, we remember the never-failing Christ and witness to his love.
January 19, 2026
THE ANTIDOTE TO “SAD”-NESS
Doug Redford contrasts Seasonal Affective Disorder with “Sin’s Affective Disorder,” tracing darkness back to Eden and pointing to Jesus as the Light. Communion each Lord’s Day restores spiritual order and hope in Christ’s victory.
January 12, 2026
HIS OUTSTRETCHED ARMS
Doug Redford traces Scripture’s imagery of God’s “mighty hand” and “outstretched arm,” then points to Jesus’ outstretched arms on the cross. At Communion, believers remember Isaiah 53 fulfilled and are welcomed
April 19, 2013
When Jesus Missed Communion
What if a church gathered for Communion, but Jesus wasn’t at the table? Drawing from Revelation 3 and the church at Laodicea, this reflection calls believers to open the door and welcome Christ back in.
November 30, 2005
When Jesus Missed Communion
What if a church shared the bread and cup but left Jesus outside? Reflecting on Revelation 3:14-21, Tom Lawson warns against complacency and urges believers to open the door to renewed table fellowship with Christ.
November 30, 2005
Looking Back and Looking Forward (Communion Meditation)
The Lord’s Supper calls believers to look back to the cross with confession and gratitude, and to look forward with confident hope in Christ’s return—renewing our present faith as we proclaim his death until he comes.
November 30, 2005
Our Last Supper? (Communion Meditation for the final Sunday of the year)
A reflection for the last Sunday of the year, inviting believers to remember Jesus’ last supper, face the sobering reality of mortality, and proclaim the Lord’s death—living ready “until he comes.”
November 30, 2005
When We Partake (Communion Meditation)
The Lord’s Supper is not a meaningless ritual. Communion helps us remember Christ’s sacrifice, participate in the benefits of his body and blood, proclaim his return, affirm unity, give thanks, and examine ourselves with grateful hearts.
November 30, 2005
Remembrance, Resolve, and Renewal (Communion Meditation)
The Lord’s Supper calls believers to remember Jesus’ sacrifice—and to respond with renewed resolve. Scripture shows why Christ died and how communion connects past, future, and faithful living now.
