The Small Catechism – part 224

The Small Catechism – part 224

Lessons in the Lutheran Confessions

Scripture Text: Mark 9:7

Series: Lessons in the Lutheran Confessions

Today’s Scripture Jigsaw

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From the Confessions: The Small Catechism, Holy Communion

What is Holy Communion?

Communion is the true body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ under the bread and wine, given to us Christians to eat and drink, as it was instituted by Christ himself.

Where is this written?

Matthew, Mark, Luke, and Paul say:

In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples saying: “Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.” Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

Pulling It Together: Oh, that we would listen to Jesus.

I once knew a brother in a congregation who would walk straight out of church as soon as he had communed. Singing a final hymn of edification to his sisters and brothers was of no importance to him. Nor was any more of God’s Word in benediction and blessing, let alone even the briefest period of fellowship following the service.

Nonetheless, I would have him a thousand times over those who ignore the benefits of Holy Communion altogether. I have known hundreds of people who claim Christ as Lord but ignore his command to eat and drink.

Do not listen to any voice that would keep you away from Communion. It is the command of your Lord. “Take and eat.” Listen to Jesus.

Prayer: Lord, open my heart so that I would heed your voice. Amen.

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