The Lord`s Supper - Our Promised Place of Intimacy and Transformation with Jesus

The Lord's Supper has been trivialized over the years, but it is a powerful place of transformation and encounter with Jesus. Pentecostal theologian Jonathan Black explores how we can experience Christ's promise of presence, glory, healing, forgiveness, victory, and intimacy when we answer His call to come to the table.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 08 August 2023
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group

The Lord's Supper, a central aspect of Christian worship, has unfortunately been reduced to a mere routine in many churches over time. We often squeeze it in between our regular worship services, treating it as an afterthought. However, the significance of this sacrament cannot be overstated. If Jesus truly dwells within us and the Holy Spirit fills us, why do we need to consume bread and drink grape juice or wine? Does it really make a difference?

It does matter, and it holds the power to transform our lives. Leading Pentecostal theologian Jonathan Black delves into the profound significance of the table, exploring how it remains a powerful place of transformation and encounter with Jesus. He also reveals how we can experience Christ's promise of presence, glory, healing, forgiveness, victory, and intimacy when we respond to His call to come to the table.

Regardless of whether we feel the absence of His presence, struggle with sin in our lives, or have never experienced anything significant during Communion, Christ's invitation to partake in His feast is a personal invitation to taste and see that the Lord is good. The Lord's Supper is not just a ritual; it is a means of connecting with our Savior on a deeper level and experiencing the love and grace that He so freely offers us.

As we gather around the table, let us remember the sacrifice that Jesus made for us and the incredible gift of eternal life that He has bestowed upon us. Let us come with open hearts and minds, ready to receive the grace and forgiveness that are offered to us through this sacred meal. May the Lord's Supper continue to be a source of strength, hope, and inspiration for us as we seek to follow Him more closely.

Weight: 666g
Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780800763213