“So then, my brethren, when you come together to eat, wait for one another.” (1 Corinthians 11:33)
In a world rife with remote options, we do well to remember that God did not intend for the Lord’s Supper to be done remotely. We are admonished to “come together” and “wait for one another”.
There is no substitute for the collective gathering of Christians on the first day of each week. When we unite around the same table and proclaim Jesus’ death until He comes again, we fulfill His request (and command!) for a weekly, shared memorial feast. There is no virtual replacement or remote substitute that will suffice.
Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites
Today’s Reading: 1 Corinthians 11:26-34
Questions to ask:
- How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
- What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
- How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
- What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
- How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?
This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul. If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision