Podcasts about Supper

“A pleasure is full grown only when it is remembered.” These words, uttered by a character in C. S. Lewis’ book Out of the Silent Planet, depict the joy one has in reminiscing over cherished experiences in life. Though we rightly delight in the breathtaking scenery along the path of a hike or in sharing an important milestone with a loved one, these might be merely the initial pleasure. Often, later reflection on such moments (and those like them) compound the joy of having experienced them. Perhaps this is another reason Jesus instructs His disciples to regularly share in what we call the Lord’s Supper. As He shared the Passover meal with them the night before His death, He infused it with a new layer of meaning. When partaking of the unleavened bread and “fruit of the vine,” Jesus described them as representing His body and His blood (Luke 22:18). His disciples were to share this meal regularly, doing so “in remembrance of [Him]” (v. 19). The Jewish people remember how God delivered them from Egypt through celebrating Passover (see Exodus 12:17). Those who trust in Jesus’ sacrifice retell God’s deliverance from the consequences of sin by partaking of the Lord’s Supper—a somber, yet joyful remembrance. By sharing in it regularly, we practice what it means to “remain” in fellowship with Jesus (see John 6:56) and savor the pleasure of our communion with Him.

The sacrament of the Eucharist has many different names, and "each name evokes certain aspects of it." Fr. Mike explains the meaning behind this sacrament's various titles, including; thanksgiving to God, the Lord's Supper, Breaking of Bread, the Holy Sacrifice, Holy Mass, and others. All the names of this sacrament ultimately remind us that the Eucharist is both a noun and a verb. It is the Son's great sacrifice to the Father and Jesus Christ himself. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 1328-1332. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Why did Paul tell the Corinthians to "examine themselves" before the Lord's Supper? What is "not my will but Your will be done" really mean? Does Romans 11 mean that we Gentile believers have been grafted into Israel?

The message lays out a clear blueprint for spiritual growth: the five biblical means of grace—prayer, Scripture, the Lord's Supper, fellowship, and fasting—as God-ordained channels through which believers are formed, strengthened, and equipped to make disciples. Ultimately, it's a call to build lives, communities, and ministries rooted in Christ Himself, allowing His grace to shape both faith and practice.BRAVEHEART SUMMITBraveheart Summit 2026 registration is officially open!This November 4th - 6th we're joining together in sunny Miami with Bravehearts like you from around the world. These three days will be like no other. We will encounter the living God through His Table, worship, faith training, connection and commissioning. The Summit isn't a conference — it's a connect point for people who are hungry for MORE of God - more of His vision, His growth, His freedom and His abundant joy. Please be aware that Miami is a busy destination with many events happening in early November. We recommend securing your accommodations early! Spots are limited, so don't wait. Get your ticket today. We can't wait to see you in Miami!BACK TO THE GARDEN - DISCIPLESHIP CALLSYou were designed to be filled with God, transformed into His likeness and powered by Jesus' blood that heals, saves and redeems. Seeing the fullness of God lived out in His people is the singular goal of everything we do at Braveheart.This summer, we are inviting you to deepen your intimacy with the Lord, renew your mind to who He is and get equipped to run with the gospel in your spheres of influence.Kicking off the week of June 21, we will be leading hungry ones like you through our free, 12-session video series, Back to the Garden. Whether you've watched Back to the Garden multiple times or you are new to the series, these groups will grow you in the faith, connect you to the heart of God and prepare you for what God desires for your life.Ready to say yes to a summer of holy growth? Choose a time that works for you, and fill out this form.Sunday Afternoon - meets 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST on ZoomTuesday Morning - meets 7:00am - 8:00am EST on ZoomThursday Evening - meets 7:30pm - 8:30pm EST on ZoomSend us Fan MailSupport the show

Former Seventh-day Adventist Robert Onsando joins Jeff and Mike to examine several influential statements from Ellen G. White and official Adventist literature. The discussion investigates the 1844 prophecy, the investigative judgment, the claim that Christ entered heaven's Most Holy Place to complete His atoning work, and the frequency of the Lord's Supper. Each teaching is compared with Scripture to determine whether it rests on sound biblical foundations.

Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you!It's my eternal struggle: balancing keeping things proper and keeping things interesting. This week we'll cover whether efforts to sneak the gospel in the back door are ethical or even effective; the most interesting and perhaps least profitable sort of books I read; the inherently deceptive nature of modern news and what our response should be; and an entire category of games I avoid for no good reason whatsoever. Check out Hal on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@halhammons9705Hal Hammons serves as preacher and shepherd for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.  

What role does baptism play in the life of a new believer and what does it signify? How many times does someone have to be baptized? Are we required to be baptized before we can partake in the Lord's Supper? In his sermon, “United In Death, United In Life: Baptism As the Sign of Union With Christ” centered on Romans 6:1-5, Pastor Alex Trotter answers these questions and more as he shows how baptism is one of the two ordinances of the church, and he explains how believer's baptism is one of the first commandments required of every new follower of Christ.

In Luke 14, Jesus tells the Parable of the Great Banquet. In this parable we have the Nature of God behind the gift of this important banquet revealed to us. The Nature of God is to gather the broken to Himself that they might be made whole again. The Nature of God is to provide precisely what every soul needs to be raised up from the condition the fall of man left us in. As Jesus said when He instituted the Lord's Supper, "It is with fervent desire that I have longed to eat this Passover with you." In this parable we see the weight of importance God puts upon this heavenly meal. The banquet is the Eucharist. Our God avails Himself to be present among us. He invites us to come and receive life. Our response, "Lord, we come. Here we are. Heal us, redeem us, and have mercy upon us."

Lord's Supper - The Object of Faith - Lamar MorinFaith | Hebrews 11Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Hoffmantown Church, Albuquerque, New Mexico

The Lord's Supper is God's grace given to shape the life of the church

Sermon by David Rountree on 6/21/26 at New Covenant Church in Anderson, SC Scripture: John 14:16-18, 16:7 Outline: The PROMISE of the Holy Spirit's Presence (John 14:16-18) The PROFIT of the Holy Spirit's Presence (Jn. 16:7; 14:18) The PURPOSE of the Holy Spirit's Presence The example of the Lord's Supper (1 Cor. 11:24, 25; Matt. 26:26-28): 1. Transubstantiation (The View that Bread and wine are changed into body and blood of Christ). 2. Consubstantiation--Lutherans: present alongside 3. Symbolic/Memorial Meal (only in the Lord's Supper as a memory). 4. Spiritual Presence of Christ in the Lord's Supper. www.ncchurch.net

May 31, 2026 - Sunday PM Service   This episode captures a youth-led evening service featuring prayers, scripture readings, hymns, and a heartfelt message from a recent high‑school graduate. Guests and participants include closing-prayer leader Corbin, Travis, devotionals from Cooper and Maddox, and several young men leading the service. The program blends announcements, communal worship, and a Gospel-centered talk focused on living out Christlike humility. Worship included classic and contemporary songs—"Jesus Loves Me," "Mansion Over the Hilltop," "God Is So Good," "I'll Fly Away," "Higher Ground," and "You Are Holy"—along with communal prayers and the Lord's Supper. Multiple prayers asked for the sick and shut‑ins, guidance for speakers, and strength for the young leaders as they serve the congregation. Scripture readings were Philippians 2:3–5, Matthew 5:14–16, and Galatians 6:9–10. The central sermon theme examined the phrase “do nothing from selfish ambition,” contrasting worldly ambition with the call to look outward, serve others, and pursue humility. Speakers emphasized that accomplishments fade but lives touched for Christ endure, urged the congregation not to grow weary in doing good, and reminded listeners that the seeds we plant in daily acts of kindness will yield a spiritual harvest. Key takeaways: pursue ambition for Christ rather than recognition, practice quiet acts of service (even when no one is watching), let your light shine so others glorify God, and remain faithful in planting seeds of love and generosity. The episode ends with an invitation to respond to the Gospel, share prayer requests, and a closing encouragement for all listeners—especially young people—to start sowing now and live as visible reflections of God's love.   Duration 28:22

Luke 22:14-23 - Rev. Max Benfer

6-21-26 AM "A Demonstration of Divine Power"Scripture Reading: I Corinthians 10:1-22Sermon Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 30I. By Understanding the Testimony of the Lord's Supper A. Testifying to a Finished Sacrifice B. Testifying to a Heavenly WorshipII. By Meeting the Requirements for the Lord's Supper A. A Sincere Sorrow for Sin B. A Sincere Faith in ChristC. A Sincere Desire for HolinessIII. By Appreciating the Guarding of the Lords' Supper A. The Reason for the Guarding B. The Action in the GuardingRev. Greg Lubbers

Our May live event took a look at the Lord's Supper. Is Christ really present? Why are Christians divided over it? What is transubstantiation? And much more!

What does Christianity actually teach?In this Adult Instruction Class, we walk through the basic teachings of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective. We cover Scripture, God, sin, Christ, salvation, Baptism, the Lord's Supper, prayer, worship, and the Christian life.This class is especially for those new to Christianity, those exploring Lutheranism, and those desiring to become members of the Lutheran Church. It is clear, biblical, and practical, with room for honest questions along the way.

What does Christianity actually teach?In this Adult Instruction Class, we walk through the basic teachings of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective. We cover Scripture, God, sin, Christ, salvation, Baptism, the Lord's Supper, prayer, worship, and the Christian life.This class is especially for those new to Christianity, those exploring Lutheranism, and those desiring to become members of the Lutheran Church. It is clear, biblical, and practical, with room for honest questions along the way.

What does Christianity actually teach?In this Adult Instruction Class, we walk through the basic teachings of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective. We cover Scripture, God, sin, Christ, salvation, Baptism, the Lord's Supper, prayer, worship, and the Christian life.This class is especially for those new to Christianity, those exploring Lutheranism, and those desiring to become members of the Lutheran Church. It is clear, biblical, and practical, with room for honest questions along the way.

What does Christianity actually teach?In this Adult Instruction Class, we walk through the basic teachings of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective. We cover Scripture, God, sin, Christ, salvation, Baptism, the Lord's Supper, prayer, worship, and the Christian life.This class is especially for those new to Christianity, those exploring Lutheranism, and those desiring to become members of the Lutheran Church. It is clear, biblical, and practical, with room for honest questions along the way.

What does Christianity actually teach?In this Adult Instruction Class, we walk through the basic teachings of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective. We cover Scripture, God, sin, Christ, salvation, Baptism, the Lord's Supper, prayer, worship, and the Christian life.This class is especially for those new to Christianity, those exploring Lutheranism, and those desiring to become members of the Lutheran Church. It is clear, biblical, and practical, with room for honest questions along the way.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me. — Leviticus 10:3 Is your worship pleasing to God? In this piercing yet refreshing series of sermons, the beloved Puritan preacher Jeremiah Burroughs calls believers to a reverent, Scripture-based approach to worship. Originally delivered during the 1600s, preserved from his pulpit notes and now in updated, modern English, Gospel Worship is a sobering reminder that drawing near to God is no frivolous matter. How we worship reveals what we believe about the God we worship. With careful exposition of Leviticus 10:3, Burroughs shows that worship must be governed by God's Word, not our inventions. He exposes the subtle dangers of “strange fire” (practices which God has not commanded) and pleads with readers to truly reverence the Lord in the ordinances: in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in the Lord's Supper. Profound, practical, and deeply convicting, Gospel Worship is both a theological treatise and a devotional aid – meant to reform our worship and rekindle our reverence for our awesome and powerful God. About the Author Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646) was a faithful minister of the gospel, member of the Westminster Assembly, and one of the most beloved preachers of the English Puritan era. His writings, including The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment and Gospel Revelation, continue to nourish believers with timeless, biblical wisdom.

Color: White Old Testament: 2 Kings 2:5–15 Psalm: Psalm 110; antiphon: v. 1 Second Reading: Acts 1:1–11 Gospel: Mark 16:14–20 Gospel: Luke 24:44–53 Introit: Psalm 47:1–2, 5, 8; antiphon: Acts 1:11 Verse: Psalm 47:5; 68:18a Jesus Is Ascended, but Not Absent   On the fortieth day after His resurrection, our Lord ascended to the right hand of the Father. But although Jesus is hidden from your eyes, He is not absent from you. For He now fills all things in heaven and on earth. He continues “to do and to teach” (Acts 1:1), preaching repentance and forgiveness of sins through those sent in His name (Mark 16:14–20; Luke 24:44–53), giving you His true body and blood in the Supper. Jesus is your great Elijah who pours out on you a double portion of His Spirit in the Word and the Sacraments (2 Kings 2:5–15). He is Lord over all things for the sake of the Church. He whom heaven cannot contain has raised your human nature to share fully in the glory of God. You who believe and are baptized into Christ's body are already sitting in the heavenly places; for you are in Him who is at the Father's right hand. When He comes again in the clouds on the Last Day, you also will appear with Him in glory. Lectionary summary © 2021 The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Used by permission. http://lcms.org/worship

Defenders: Doctrine of the Church (Part 8): The Lord's Supper

Rev. Jason Braaten welcomes back Rev. John Bussman to work through the CTCR's December 2025 report, "The Proper Administration of the Lord's Supper: Applying Scripture and the Confessions to Contemporary Issues." Prompted by 2023 Synod Convention resolutions, the report addresses three practices that have crept into LCMS congregations: substituting grape juice for wine, using prepackaged communion elements, and substituting non-wheat bread for those with gluten intolerance. Braaten and Bussman walk through each section, weighing the report's appeal to the words of institution and the Lutheran Confessions against its reluctance to flatly call these practices illegitimate. They discuss why clarity—not nuance—serves the truth, how exceptions tend to become rules, and what faithful, pastoral care looks like when a congregation's practice doesn't match Christ's institution. A frank conversation for pastors who want to know not just what the document says, but where it falls short. ----more---- Host: Fr. Jason Braaten Guest: Fr. John Bussman ----more---- Become a Patron! You can subscribe to the Journal here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/subscribe/ You can read the Gottesblog here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/gottesblog/ You can support Gottesdienst here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/make-a-donation/ As always, we, at The Gottesdienst Crowd, would be honored if you would Subscribe, Rate, and Review. Thanks for listening and thanks for your support. 

At what age is a child ready to participate in the Lord's Supper? And what questions should parents even be asking to find out?In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz works through four biblical questions that can help you think through this as a family. Should a child be baptized first? Does the age matter? If so, why? And how can parents include younger children in the rhythm of communion even before they take the elements themselves?If you have been wondering how to handle this question in your own home, this episode gives you a framework to start.

What does Christianity actually teach?In this Adult Instruction Class, we walk through the basic teachings of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective. We cover Scripture, God, sin, Christ, salvation, Baptism, the Lord's Supper, prayer, worship, and the Christian life.This class is especially for those new to Christianity, those exploring Lutheranism, and those desiring to become members of the Lutheran Church. It is clear, biblical, and practical, with room for honest questions along the way.

Register your feedback here. Always good to hear from you!This topic is near and dear to my heart; it's worth acquiring and protecting, especially if you wear the name of Jesus. We'll discuss apostles and how they were able to do their job so well and continue to do so; a storyteller who may or may not be insane and how you can tell which; a flashback to the mistakes I made in my career as a journalist as well as a preacher and the lessons I learned; and the sources we turn to for guidance and why they matter – both in gaming and in Christ. Check out Hal on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@halhammons9705Hal Hammons serves as preacher and shepherd for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.  

The communion table reminds us that our salvation is not based on our good works, but on the finished work of Jesus Christ. Walter Colace opened this message by leading students in the Lord's Supper, calling them to remember that they were purchased with the blood of Jesus and given immeasurable value before God. Communion is not just a ritual. It is a reminder that Christ's body was given, His blood was poured out, and His death is proclaimed until He comes again. From there, Walter preached from John 12 and the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. The crowd waved palm branches, a symbol of victory in Jewish history, expecting Jesus to deliver them from Rome. But Jesus came to bring a greater victory than political freedom. He came to conquer sin, the world, Satan, and death. “Jesus wasn't just coming into Jerusalem to give victory to Jewish people,” Walter said. “He was giving the victory to all of humanity that would come to Him in faith.” He also declared, “You have the victory because your victory is tethered to the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.” This message points us to the Lamb who was worthy, the Savior who triumphed, and the King who is coming again. Jesus conquered sin so we no longer have to be enslaved to it. He overcame the world so we can have peace in tribulation. He defeated Satan and put the powers of darkness to open shame. He conquered death so that all who are united with Him will also share in His resurrection. The application is simple: receive the victory Jesus has already secured. Keep the Word of God in your heart. Guard your testimony. Stop living as though defeat is your only future. In Christ, you are an overcomer, and your victory is anchored in the cross, the empty tomb, and the Lamb who sits on the throne.

Part 2 of Joe Stopulos's Uncommon Good interview with Dr. Bud Maher picks up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where Joe is studying at Marquette University — attending daily Mass during Lent (sometimes before the bar closed), seeking out every Jesuit professor he could find, and slowly beginning to ask why the Church teaches what it teaches. Highlights include: College Faith in the Real World: Joe reflects on attending a 10 p.m. Sunday Mass while most of his friend group wasn't practicing. He describes going to daily Mass every day of Lent in college — including a legendary St. Patrick's Day that started at 5:50 a.m. outside a bar and still included 6:30 a.m. Mass. A perfect encapsulation of where he was spiritually. Meeting His First Protestant at 25: A friendship with a Methodist minister friend forced Joe to actually articulate why Catholics do what they do — confession, the sacraments, all of it. He couldn't answer from Scripture. That sent him to CatholicAnswers.com, and every answer he found only deepened his conviction. Father John Ricardo Changes Everything: Introduced to Iowa Catholic Radio through friend John Leonetti (whom Joe famously told "nobody listens to Catholic radio"), Joe started tuning in to Father Ricardo at 11 a.m. and never stopped. He began burning CDs of Ricardo's talks to hand out. Combined with Jeff Cavins' Bible Timeline study and Scott Hahn's The Lamb's Supper, this launched a roughly 24-month transformation that Joe describes as the turning point of his adult faith. The Origin of Man Up: Joe shares how his early on-air appearances during Iowa Catholic Radio fundraisers eventually led to a standing show — made possible, he says, by the theological confidence and credibility of his original co-host, Father Zach. Now approaching 10 years and 400+ episodes, Man Up remains one of the network's cornerstone programs. Life at the Basilica of Saint John: Joe talks about the thriving parish community at Saint John's Basilica in Des Moines, the pastoral transition from the beloved Father Quinn to Father Trevor Sequin, and why surrounding yourself with friends striving for virtue is one of the three most important decisions a man can make. Saint Thomas Classical Academy: Joe highlights this homeschool hybrid co-op as one of the great gifts of his family's life in Des Moines. A major event is coming up — Bishop Conley will be the keynote speaker on October 20th, focusing on his devotion to Saint John Henry Newman. Don't miss it. Hope for the Future of the Church: Joe closes with optimism — men are returning to the Church, communities are growing, and the Forge Conference is proof. As Joe puts it: if Joe Rogan's going to church, a lot of people are going to church. Next week on Man Up: Joe re-airs a two-part interview he recorded with his father during the Heroic Fatherhood series — a tribute to the man he calls the greatest of his life.

Discussion QuestionsSwedish Method of Bible Study:While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?Prayer

Audio Recording Sacraments Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: FWPSMRomans 4:1-17 (ESV)1 What then shall we say was gained by Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh? 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. 3 For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.” 4 Now to the one who works, his wages are not counted as a gift but as his due. 5 And to the one who does not work but believes in him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is counted as righteousness, 6 just as David also speaks of the blessing of the one to whom God counts righteousness apart from works:7 “Blessed are those whose lawless deeds are forgiven, and whose sins are covered;8 blessed is the man against whom the Lord will not count his sin.”9 Is this blessing then only for the circumcised, or also for the uncircumcised? For we say that faith was counted to Abraham as righteousness. 10 How then was it counted to him? Was it before or after he had been circumcised? It was not after, but before he was circumcised. 11 He received the sign of circumcision as a seal of the righteousness that he had by faith while he was still uncircumcised. The purpose was to make him the father of all who believe without being circumcised, so that righteousness would be counted to them as well, 12 and to make him the father of the circumcised who are not merely circumcised but who also walk in the footsteps of the faith that our father Abraham had before he was circumcised.13 For the promise to Abraham and his offspring that he would be heir of the world did not come through the law but through the righteousness of faith. 14 For if it is the adherents of the law who are to be the heirs, faith is null and the promise is void. 15 For the law brings wrath, but where there is no law there is no transgression.16 That is why it depends on faith, in order that the promise may rest on grace and be guaranteed to all his offspring—not only to the adherent of the law but also to the one who shares the faith of Abraham, who is the father of us all, 17 as it is written, “I have made you the father of many nations”—in the presence of the God in whom he believed, who gives life to the dead and calls into existence the things that do not exist. Sermon OutlineGod has given us signs and seals of the covenant to show us grace, assure us and nurture us.1. Covenantv13 “for the promise to Abraham and his offspring that he would be heir of the world…”v6, 9 “blessing”v16 “that is why it depends on faith, in order that the promise may rest on grace and be guaranteed to all his offspring…” (v4 “gift”)2. Signv11 “he received the sign of circumcision… the righteousness he had by faith while he was still uncircumcised”v10 “it was not after, but before he was circumcised”v12 “who are not merely circumcised but who also walk in the footsteps of the faith”3. Seal v11 “as a seal”v11-12 “the purpose…” v16 “the promise… guaranteed to all his offspring”v5 “believes in him who justifies the ungodly”Prayer of ConfessionOur Father, who justifies the ungodly: we acknowledge there is nothing we can do to earn your favor. We admit we have broken our covenant relationship with you through unbelief and sinful actions. You would be perfectly just to give us what we deserve. We thank you for the grace of Jesus Christ, through whom you give us what we don't deserve. We marvel at your faithfulness to bring the long-promised blessing to us, and we turn to you today, renewing our faith, thankful for the forgiveness of sins and life with you. Amen.Questions for ReflectionWhat is pictured/portrayed in baptism? What are we meant to see?What is pictured/portrayed in the Lord's Supper? What are we meant to see?As signs, how do these two sacraments point us to Jesus?What value is there in being baptized and partaking regularly in the Lord's Supper?Why is it important to remember God's promises? How do the sacraments help us to trust the promises of God?What are similarities and differences between circumcision and baptism? Between the Passover and the Lord's Supper?How are the sacraments means to assure us God is trustworthy? How are they means to assure us we are included in God's plan of grace?What are ways we might misuse the sacraments? What misunderstandings are we prone to?

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley to answer questions submitted by their Patreon supporters!  Questions Covered in This Episode: Do you have any recommendations for books on Israel and the church? What have you been studying recently? How has that encouraged you? Do you have resources on the theology/doctrine of life? When thinking of Old Testament Christophanies, is Jesus appearing as a post-resurrection ascended Christ? What is the definition of fellowship? How do you balance fellowship and education spaces? What are your thoughts on paying singers who are not believers to be in the church choir? How do you communicate the difference between performance and worship? Are you a fan of El Clásico? In addition to the deep discipleship program, what Bible studies would you recommend for a student small group? As a female leader, how do you persevere through others' comments about your leadership? Is there a resource that explains the gathering of believers and the Lord's Supper being connected? Revelation discusses the foundation of the 12 apostles. How does Paul become an apostle if he is not part of the 12? How transparent should a church be with its finances? What is the presence of God different in Genesis 3-11? Does Training the Church have other podcasts coming in the future? What words of wisdom would you give to pastors in addressing cultural moments on a Sunday (i.e., Charlie Kurk)? What is the church's position on the Israel-Palestine conflict? Should we think of God as Father before Creator? Do you prefer holding multiple services vs. one large service when a church is growing? How do you keep a spirit of unity with multiple services? How do you navigate serving in church while being fed yourself? What is the balance between a “go and tell” vs. a “come and see” church? Is it biblically appropriate for someone who is not a pastor to officiate a Christian wedding? Our church offers private communion but also teaches strongly against an individual Christian life. How do I reconcile those two practices? When is the Knowing Faith Patreon exclusive Israel trip? Helpful Definitions:  Fellowship: Koinónia (κοινωνία) Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway's Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.