The Bible records in Luke chapter 24 verses 13 to 16 how Jesus met two of His disciples on their way to Emmaus. He went with them, but their eyes were holden’ so that they could not recognize Him. When these disciples got to their destination, they constrained Jesus to stay with them. However, after […]
“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” Proverbs 4:7 God’s wisdom works! Wherever wisdom is found, it cannot be hidden. The Communion is the wisdom of God in action. According to God’s servant, Bishop David Oyedepo, this wisdom manifests itself by the proofs it commands. Why do […]
There is a resemblance between the holocaust and the work of the cross. Both bodies (the animal’s and Jesus’) were sacrificed. “The Lamb who was slain is worthy to receive power, wealth, wisdom, strength, honor, glory, and praise.“ (Revelation 5:12) The holocaust and what happened on the cross are both sacrifices. The holocaust was the […]
The Holy Communion is the special meal that Jesus instituted before going to the cross. He said, “Do this in remembrance of me“ (Luke 22:19). In other words, through this statement, Jesus teaches us that this meal is directly tied to His person. But how should we understand this unsettling statement? Jesus Himself provides the […]
When discussing the Lord’s Supper, several issues arise regarding its practice and understanding. Some see it merely as a memorial, a symbol. Others believe that Jesus is truly present in the Lord’s Supper. From these interpretations, four main views on the Lord’s Supper emerge: ● TransubstantiationCommonly accepted in Catholic circles, this view holds that a […]
Another issue that remains very lively when discussing Communion is its practice. ● Differences in practices in places of worship Some celebrate it once a year, saying that Jesus did it only once, just before His death. Others practice it once a month, weekly, or at other intervals. ● Differences in practices in individual homes […]
When we approach the Lord’s table, we must also be mindful of the state of our thoughts—about others, about ourselves, and about God. Indeed, we cannot partake of God’s sacred meal while harboring negative thoughts. This is why we must pray and, by faith, ask God to erase and forgive all our wrongful thoughts. Jesus […]
