Understanding Communion is a fundamental aspect of Christian faith, rooted in the biblical accounts of the Last Supper where Jesus instituted the practice, saying "This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is shed for you" (Luke 22:20). As Christians participate in Communion, they remember Christ's sacrifice and affirm their faith, as expressed in 1 Corinthians 11:24-25, where Paul writes, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me." The act of Communion also symbolizes unity among believers, as emphasized in 1 Corinthians 10:17, which states, "Because there is one loaf, we, who are many, are one body, for we all share the one loaf." By observing Communion, Christians commemorate the sacrificial love of Christ and reaffirm their commitment to follow Him.
John Nelson Darby addresses W. Kelly regarding the doctrine of transubstantiation, arguing that it misrepresents the nature of Christ's sacrifice and redemption. He emphasizes that the true understanding of the Lord's Supper is rooted in recognizing Christ's broken body and shed blood as a represent