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1 Corinthians 11:25
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Sharing in the Lord’s Supper
24and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, “This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me.”25In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.”26For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.
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Ignatius of Antioch
John Gill
T. Austin-Sparks
John F. Walvoord
Hattie Hammond
J.R. Miller
James SmithSummary
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
when he had supped--Greek, "after the eating of supper," namely, the Passover supper which preceded the Lord's Supper, as the love-feast did subsequently. Therefore, you Corinthians ought to separate common meals from the Lord's Supper [BENGEL]. the new testament--or "covenant." The cup is the parchment-deed, as it were, on which My new covenant, or last will is written and sealed, making over to you all blessings here and hereafter. in my blood--ratified by MY blood: "not by the blood of goats and calves" (Heb 9:12). as oft as--Greek, "as many times soever": implying that it is an ordinance often to be partaken of. in remembrance of me--Luke (Luk 22:19) expresses this, which is understood by Matthew and Mark. Paul twice records it (Co1 11:24 and here) as suiting his purpose. The old sacrifices brought sins continually to remembrance (Heb 10:1, Heb 10:3). The Lord's Supper brings to remembrance Christ and His sacrifice once for all for the full and final remission of sins.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup,.... Not any bread, or any cup: but what is ate and drank in an ordinance way, and according to the institution and appointment of Christ, and with a view to the end proposed by him; and though there is no set fixed time for the administration of this ordinance, yet this phrase seems to suggest that it should be often: and very plainly signifies, that the bread and wine, after the blessing or thanksgiving, remain such, and are not converted into the real body and blood of Christ; but are only outward elements representing these to faith; ye do show the Lord's death till he come; or rather, as it may be rendered in the imperative mood, as an exhortation, direction or command, "show ye the Lord's death till he come"; since everyone that eats and drinks at the Lord's table does not show forth his death, which is the great end to be answered by it; for the design of the institution of it is to declare that Christ died for the sins of his people: to represent him as crucified; to set forth the manner of his sufferings and death, by having his body wounded, bruised, and broken, and his blood shed; to express the blessings and benefits which come by his death, and his people's faith of interest in them; and to show their sense of gratitude, and declare their thankfulness for them; and all this, "till he come"; which shows the continuance of this ordinance, which is to last till Christ's second coming, where the carnal ordinances of the former dispensation were shaken and removed; and also the continuance of Gospel ministers to the end of the world, to administer it, and of churches to whom it is to be administered: this assures of the certainty of Christ's second coming; as it leads back to his coming in the flesh, suffering and dying in our stead, and thereby obtaining redemption for us; it leads forward to expect and believe he will come again, to put us into the full possession of the salvation he is the author of; when there will be no more occasion for this ordinance, nor any other, but all will cease, and God will be all in all. The apostle here refers to a custom used by the Jews in the night of the passover, to show forth the reason of their practice, and that institution to their children; when either (u). "the son asked the father, or if the son had not understanding (enough to ask), then the father taught him, saying, how different is this night from all other nights? for in all other nights we eat leavened and unleavened bread, but in this night only unleavened; in all other nights we eat the rest of herbs, but in this night bitter herbs; in all other nights we eat flesh roasted, broiled, and boiled, in this night only roasted; in all other nights we wash once, in this night twice; and as elsewhere (w) it is added, in all other nights we eat sitting or lying, in this night all of us lie; and according to the capacity of the child, the father teaches him,'' particularly he was to inform him what these several things showed forth, or declared (x); as that "the passover "declared", or "showed forth", that the Lord passed over the houses of our fathers in Egypt; the bitter herbs "showed forth", that the Egyptians made the lives of our fathers bitter in Egypt; and the unleavened bread "declared" that they were redeemed; and all these things are called "the declaration", or showing forth:'' and there is a treatise called , "the showing forth of the passover"; in which, besides the things mentioned, and many others, it is observed (y), that it was commanded the Jews "to declare" the going out of Egypt, and that everyone that diligently declares the going out of Egypt, is praiseworthy: now the apostle observes this end of the Lord's supper, to show forth his death, in opposition to the notion of the "judaizing" Christians at Corinth, who thought of nothing else but the showing forth of the passover, and the declaration of that deliverance and redemption wrought for the people of Israel; whereas the true and only intent of it was to show forth the death of Christ, redemption by him, and the greatness of his love expressed therein, and which is to be continued till his second coming; whereas the time was come when it should "be no more said, the Lord liveth, that brought up the children of Israel out of the land of Egypt", Jer 16:14. (u) Misn. Pesach. c. 10. sect. 4. Haggadah Shel. Pesach. p. 5. (w) Maimon. Chametz Umetzah, c. 8. sect. 2. (x) Moses Kotsensis Mitzvot Tora prec. aff. 41. (y) P. 5, 6. Ed. Rittangel. & Seder. Tephillot. Ed. Basil. fol. 243. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
11:25 After supper might suggest that the main meal separated the breaking of the bread from the drinking of the cup (see Luke 22:20). • The new covenant is God’s promise to forgive sins because of the sacrificial death of Jesus (cp. Jer 31:31-34; 32:40; Luke 22:20; Heb 7:22; 8:8-10; 9:15; 10:12-18; 12:24; 13:20). The blood of a sacrifice confirmed an agreement or covenant (see Exod 24:8; Zech 9:11; Heb 9:12; 13:20; cp. Rom 3:25; 5:9).
1 Corinthians 11:25
Sharing in the Lord’s Supper
24and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, “This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me.”25In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.”26For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.
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5 - Philadelphians
By Ignatius of Antioch47809:48Audio Books1CO 1:101CO 10:171CO 11:11CO 11:181CO 11:25EPH 4:3EPH 5:1The sermon transcripts highlight the importance of unity and adherence to the teachings of Jesus Christ. The bishop is praised for his virtuous and calm temperament, which is seen as a reflection of his love for God and Jesus Christ. The transcripts emphasize the need to avoid division and false doctrines, and to follow the shepherd, who represents the unity of the church. The importance of the Eucharist is also emphasized as a symbol of unity and communion with Jesus Christ.
1 John 5:8
By John Gill1Witness of ChristThe Testimony of FaithMAT 3:16MAT 28:19JHN 3:36ACT 1:8ROM 8:161CO 11:25HEB 9:221JN 5:81JN 5:10REV 12:11John Gill expounds on 1 John 5:8, emphasizing the three witnesses on earth that testify to the truth of Christ's sonship: the Spirit, the water, and the blood. He clarifies that the Spirit refers to the Gospel and the Holy Spirit's work in believers, while the water symbolizes baptism as a public declaration of faith, and the blood represents the Lord's Supper and the martyrdom of believers. These witnesses collectively affirm the truth of Christ's divine sonship and are unified in their testimony. Gill illustrates the harmony between the Gospel and the ordinances, highlighting their central focus on Christ.
The Cup of the Lord
By T. Austin-Sparks0CovenantCommitment to ChristMAT 26:28LUK 22:20JHN 15:13ROM 12:11CO 10:161CO 11:252CO 5:15GAL 2:20EPH 2:13HEB 9:14T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the profound significance of the cup of the Lord, which represents a communion in the blood of Christ and the new covenant established through His sacrifice. He explains that this covenant signifies a deep commitment where believers are called to lay down their lives for Christ, just as He laid down His life for them. The act of partaking in the cup is not merely a ritual but a solemn declaration of one's dedication to live for Christ and to embrace the covenant relationship with Him. Sparks encourages believers to reflect on the true meaning of the cup each time they partake, recognizing the call to a life fully committed to Jesus. He shares a poignant story illustrating the weight of this decision, highlighting the importance of honesty in one's commitment to the Lord.
Part 18: The New Covenant With Israel
By John F. Walvoord0JER 31:31ROM 11:271CO 11:252CO 3:6HEB 8:6HEB 10:16HEB 12:24John F. Walvoord delves into the significance of the new covenant with Israel, highlighting its importance alongside the Abrahamic and Davidic covenants in determining the destiny of the nation. The sermon explores the promises, problems of interpretation, and provisions of the new covenant, emphasizing the differing views of postmillennial, amillennial, and premillennial interpretations. It concludes with a detailed analysis of the New Testament teachings on the new covenant, particularly focusing on the future fulfillment of the covenant with Israel after the second coming of Christ.
Communion
By Hattie Hammond0MAT 26:26LUK 22:19JHN 12:24JHN 15:51CO 11:25Hattie Hammond preaches on the profound significance of communion, emphasizing that as we partake, we are called to surrender ourselves to be broken and poured out like Jesus did for us. Jesus, in giving thanks for the bread and the cup, was acknowledging the privilege of becoming the broken bread and poured out wine for our salvation. By drinking 'all of it,' we align ourselves with God's will, even in the midst of trials and suffering, knowing that these experiences shape us into what will satisfy His heart in eternity. Jesus' statement about not drinking the fruit of the vine until the Father's kingdom signifies a spiritual transformation where we, as branches of the vine, are crushed and refined to become new wine that He will partake of in eternity.
Remember Jesus Christ
By J.R. Miller0RemembranceDevotion to ChristPSA 16:8ISA 26:3MAT 28:20JHN 15:13ROM 12:21CO 11:252CO 3:18PHP 4:8COL 3:2HEB 12:1J.R. Miller emphasizes the importance of remembering Jesus Christ, as He desires to be cherished in our hearts. This remembrance is not only a call to love Him deeply but also a means to maintain our devotion and loyalty in all aspects of life. The Lord's Supper serves as a powerful reminder of His sacrifice, but we are encouraged to keep Christ in our thoughts even outside of sacred moments. By carrying the memory of Christ in our hearts, especially during trials, we can find strength and transformation into His likeness. Ultimately, constant remembrance of Christ leads to peace, faithfulness, and a profound sense of His presence in our lives.
Keep Close to Christ
By James Smith0MAT 18:20MRK 9:24JHN 15:41CO 11:251CO 15:58COL 3:161TH 5:17TIT 2:13HEB 12:21PE 1:8James Smith preaches on the importance of keeping close to Christ, emphasizing the value of the soul and the solemnity of eternity. He highlights the necessity of staying near to Jesus by immersing oneself in His Word, participating in His ordinances, thinking highly of Him, praying fervently, exercising faith, loving Him deeply, being actively engaged in His work, and eagerly anticipating His return. Smith stresses that to conquer sin, overcome the world, find joy in tribulation, endure pain with fortitude, and ultimately be close to Christ, one must consistently prioritize Christ in every aspect of life.
The Institution of the Lord's Supper
By W.H. Griffith Thomas0JER 31:31LUK 22:19JHN 6:111CO 11:25HEB 8:7W.H. Griffith Thomas delves into the detailed language used by the Lord in instituting the Supper, highlighting the differences in phraseology among the four accounts and emphasizing the textual nuances rather than theological discrepancies. The institution of the Lord's Supper immediately after the Passover meal is significant, indicating that the earliest disciples partook of Holy Communion following a meal. The act of taking bread instead of a lamb signifies a feast, not a sacrifice, with the bread and cup given separately for participation. The exegesis of the words reveals the symbolic nature of 'This is my body' and 'This is my blood,' emphasizing spiritual participation and the covenantal aspect of the Supper.
The Blood of the Covenant
By G.W. North0CommunionCovenantEXO 24:8MAT 26:28MRK 14:24LUK 22:20ROM 5:91CO 10:161CO 11:25EPH 1:7HEB 9:14G.W. North emphasizes the significance of the blood of the covenant in his sermon, noting the different perspectives of the Gospel writers on the cup and the blood. While Matthew and Mark focus on the shedding of blood for the remission of sins, Luke and Paul highlight the cup as the New Testament in Christ's blood, introducing the concept of communion. North points out that the use of 'the cup' signifies its special importance in the context of the Last Supper, contrasting it with the more general reference to bread. He underscores that Jesus' sacrifice extends beyond the immediate disciples to many others, reflecting the universal nature of salvation. The sermon invites listeners to appreciate the depth of communion and the covenant established through Christ's blood.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
when he had supped--Greek, "after the eating of supper," namely, the Passover supper which preceded the Lord's Supper, as the love-feast did subsequently. Therefore, you Corinthians ought to separate common meals from the Lord's Supper [BENGEL]. the new testament--or "covenant." The cup is the parchment-deed, as it were, on which My new covenant, or last will is written and sealed, making over to you all blessings here and hereafter. in my blood--ratified by MY blood: "not by the blood of goats and calves" (Heb 9:12). as oft as--Greek, "as many times soever": implying that it is an ordinance often to be partaken of. in remembrance of me--Luke (Luk 22:19) expresses this, which is understood by Matthew and Mark. Paul twice records it (Co1 11:24 and here) as suiting his purpose. The old sacrifices brought sins continually to remembrance (Heb 10:1, Heb 10:3). The Lord's Supper brings to remembrance Christ and His sacrifice once for all for the full and final remission of sins.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup,.... Not any bread, or any cup: but what is ate and drank in an ordinance way, and according to the institution and appointment of Christ, and with a view to the end proposed by him; and though there is no set fixed time for the administration of this ordinance, yet this phrase seems to suggest that it should be often: and very plainly signifies, that the bread and wine, after the blessing or thanksgiving, remain such, and are not converted into the real body and blood of Christ; but are only outward elements representing these to faith; ye do show the Lord's death till he come; or rather, as it may be rendered in the imperative mood, as an exhortation, direction or command, "show ye the Lord's death till he come"; since everyone that eats and drinks at the Lord's table does not show forth his death, which is the great end to be answered by it; for the design of the institution of it is to declare that Christ died for the sins of his people: to represent him as crucified; to set forth the manner of his sufferings and death, by having his body wounded, bruised, and broken, and his blood shed; to express the blessings and benefits which come by his death, and his people's faith of interest in them; and to show their sense of gratitude, and declare their thankfulness for them; and all this, "till he come"; which shows the continuance of this ordinance, which is to last till Christ's second coming, where the carnal ordinances of the former dispensation were shaken and removed; and also the continuance of Gospel ministers to the end of the world, to administer it, and of churches to whom it is to be administered: this assures of the certainty of Christ's second coming; as it leads back to his coming in the flesh, suffering and dying in our stead, and thereby obtaining redemption for us; it leads forward to expect and believe he will come again, to put us into the full possession of the salvation he is the author of; when there will be no more occasion for this ordinance, nor any other, but all will cease, and God will be all in all. The apostle here refers to a custom used by the Jews in the night of the passover, to show forth the reason of their practice, and that institution to their children; when either (u). "the son asked the father, or if the son had not understanding (enough to ask), then the father taught him, saying, how different is this night from all other nights? for in all other nights we eat leavened and unleavened bread, but in this night only unleavened; in all other nights we eat the rest of herbs, but in this night bitter herbs; in all other nights we eat flesh roasted, broiled, and boiled, in this night only roasted; in all other nights we wash once, in this night twice; and as elsewhere (w) it is added, in all other nights we eat sitting or lying, in this night all of us lie; and according to the capacity of the child, the father teaches him,'' particularly he was to inform him what these several things showed forth, or declared (x); as that "the passover "declared", or "showed forth", that the Lord passed over the houses of our fathers in Egypt; the bitter herbs "showed forth", that the Egyptians made the lives of our fathers bitter in Egypt; and the unleavened bread "declared" that they were redeemed; and all these things are called "the declaration", or showing forth:'' and there is a treatise called , "the showing forth of the passover"; in which, besides the things mentioned, and many others, it is observed (y), that it was commanded the Jews "to declare" the going out of Egypt, and that everyone that diligently declares the going out of Egypt, is praiseworthy: now the apostle observes this end of the Lord's supper, to show forth his death, in opposition to the notion of the "judaizing" Christians at Corinth, who thought of nothing else but the showing forth of the passover, and the declaration of that deliverance and redemption wrought for the people of Israel; whereas the true and only intent of it was to show forth the death of Christ, redemption by him, and the greatness of his love expressed therein, and which is to be continued till his second coming; whereas the time was come when it should "be no more said, the Lord liveth, that brought up the children of Israel out of the land of Egypt", Jer 16:14. (u) Misn. Pesach. c. 10. sect. 4. Haggadah Shel. Pesach. p. 5. (w) Maimon. Chametz Umetzah, c. 8. sect. 2. (x) Moses Kotsensis Mitzvot Tora prec. aff. 41. (y) P. 5, 6. Ed. Rittangel. & Seder. Tephillot. Ed. Basil. fol. 243. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
11:25 After supper might suggest that the main meal separated the breaking of the bread from the drinking of the cup (see Luke 22:20). • The new covenant is God’s promise to forgive sins because of the sacrificial death of Jesus (cp. Jer 31:31-34; 32:40; Luke 22:20; Heb 7:22; 8:8-10; 9:15; 10:12-18; 12:24; 13:20). The blood of a sacrifice confirmed an agreement or covenant (see Exod 24:8; Zech 9:11; Heb 9:12; 13:20; cp. Rom 3:25; 5:9).