Who may take part in the Lord’s Supper?
The Lord’s Supper is a gift of the Lord Jesus Christ for His people in the church. How are these recognised? We believe that this is by a confession of faith supported by a credible profession of that faith. Those having been examined as to their faith are welcomed into the full life of church membership including the privilege of taking part of the Lord’s Supper.
As a result we invite and welcome all who are members in this as well as other churches committed to the biblical gospel, who having examined themselves can come in humble trust and dependence on Jesus Christ, having confessed their sin rejoice in His forgiving mercy and sustaining grace.
If you are not a believer in Christ who has identified yourself with his Church, don’t come to the table. Rather, wait and seek God’s help to think, pray, repent, and believe the Gospel of Jesus Christ. One of our elders or the pastor would be glad to talk with you further about what it means to follow Christ.
What should we do at the Lord’s Supper?
Meditate, think on the meaning of the sacrament. It means:
A Renewal. That you renew your confirmation vow at each sacramental service. The Roman word sacramentum meant the oath that the Roman soldier took to his government. So you make your solemn vow to God there.
A Communion. We generally call the service a communion because you ought to commune there with God in prayer.
A Memorial. The Saviour said, “This do in remembrance of me”. You are to remember how your Saviour died for you on the cross. You ought to think much of His atoning work.
A Prophecy. It is a type of a greater feast, the Lamb’s Supper in heaven, in which perhaps some of your dear ones are joining now, and where you hope to sit after death.
Pray. There should be much silent prayer on your part during the communion. While others are communing and when you yourself commune, you should pray. The service will then be really a communion with God.
Resolution. Go out from the service with a strong purpose to serve God. Determine that you will give up forbidden sins and pleasures and practise self-sacrifice for His sake. Determine to lead a Christ-like life. Keep Him before you ever your model.