Articles for tag: Justin Martyr

January 23, 2015

By H. Lynn Gardner “On the first day of the week, when we were gathered together to break bread, Paul talked with them” (Acts 20:7*). “And they devoted themselves to the apostles” teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers” (Acts 2:42). Luke says the central purpose for assembling is “to break bread,” which underscores its primary importance (Acts 20:7). The church observed the Lord’s Supper on the first day of the week. Early Christian writers say this was because Jesus rose from the dead on the first day of the week. Comments from early Christian

April 4, 2014

Christian Standard

Worship Worship & Prayer

Still We Meet on the Lord”s Day

By Jeff Faull “I, John, your brother and companion in the suffering and kingdom and patient endurance that are ours in Jesus. . . . On the Lord”s Day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet” (Revelation 1:9, 10, author emphasis). Today is the Lord”s Day, but it doesn”t quite seem the same. John was being punished. We are not. John was suffering. We are not. John was alone. We”re not. John was an apostle. We”re not. John was an eyewitness. We”re not But we are trying to listen to God,

April 19, 2013

Tom Lawson

Theology & Bible Communion & Lord's Supper

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.

May 7, 2006

Jack R. Reese

Worship & Prayer Worship

Coming Back to the Heart of Worship

Worship renewal isn’t mainly about better music. Jack Reese traces early Christian worship from Scripture to prayer, peace, and the table—arguing revival begins with hearts quiet enough to hear God’s Word.

November 30, 2005

Tom Lawson

Theology & Bible Communion & Lord's Supper

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.