1 Corinthians 11:24
and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, "This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me."
and when He had given thanks
The Greek word for "given thanks" is "εὐχαριστήσας" (eucharistēsas), from which the term "Eucharist" is derived. This act of giving thanks is deeply rooted in Jewish tradition, where blessings and thanksgivings are offered before meals. Jesus' act of giving thanks before breaking the bread signifies gratitude and acknowledgment of God's provision. It sets a precedent for believers to approach the Lord's Table with a heart of gratitude, recognizing the divine grace bestowed upon humanity through Christ's sacrifice.

He broke it
The breaking of the bread is symbolic and significant. In Jewish customs, breaking bread was a common practice during meals, but here it takes on a deeper meaning. The Greek word "ἔκλασεν" (eklasen) implies a deliberate action. This act foreshadows the physical breaking of Jesus' body on the cross. It is a visual representation of His impending suffering and sacrifice. For believers, it serves as a reminder of the cost of redemption and the physical reality of Christ's atonement.

and said, 'This is My body
The phrase "This is My body" has been the subject of theological reflection and debate throughout church history. The Greek word "σῶμά" (sōma) refers to the physical body. Jesus identifies the bread with His body, indicating a profound mystery of faith. This statement is foundational for the doctrine of the Real Presence in the Eucharist, where Christ is believed to be truly present. It calls believers to a deeper understanding of communion as a participation in the body of Christ, uniting them with Him and with each other.

which is for you
The phrase "which is for you" emphasizes the personal and communal aspect of Christ's sacrifice. The Greek "ὑπὲρ ὑμῶν" (hyper hymōn) translates to "on behalf of you" or "for your benefit." This highlights the substitutionary nature of Jesus' sacrifice, where He takes the place of sinners, bearing the punishment they deserve. It underscores the love and intentionality behind His actions, offering Himself willingly for the salvation of humanity. Believers are reminded of the personal nature of Christ's love and the communal call to live in response to His sacrifice.

do this in remembrance of Me
The command "do this in remembrance of Me" is central to Christian worship and the practice of communion. The Greek word "ἀνάμνησιν" (anamnēsin) means "remembrance" or "memorial." This is not a mere act of recalling past events but an active participation in the reality of Christ's sacrifice. It is a call to remember and proclaim the Lord's death until He comes, as stated later in 1 Corinthians 11:26. This remembrance is both a solemn reflection on the cost of sin and a joyful celebration of the victory achieved through Christ's resurrection. It invites believers to live in the light of the cross, continually transformed by the grace it represents.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus Christ
The central figure in this passage, who institutes the Lord's Supper during the Last Supper with His disciples. His actions and words are foundational for Christian practice and theology.

2. The Disciples
The immediate audience of Jesus' words, representing the early followers of Christ who would later spread His teachings.

3. The Last Supper
The event where Jesus shares a final meal with His disciples before His crucifixion, establishing the practice of Communion.

4. Corinth
The city where the church to whom Paul is writing is located. It was a major urban center in ancient Greece, known for its diverse population and moral challenges.

5. Apostle Paul
The author of 1 Corinthians, who is addressing issues within the Corinthian church, including the proper observance of the Lord's Supper.
Teaching Points
The Significance of Remembrance
The Lord's Supper is a call to remember Christ's sacrifice. It is not merely a ritual but a profound act of worship and gratitude.

The Symbolism of the Bread
The bread represents Jesus' body, broken for us. This symbolizes His suffering and the physical reality of His sacrifice.

Thanksgiving as a Central Element
Jesus gave thanks before breaking the bread, teaching us the importance of gratitude even in the face of suffering.

Unity in the Body of Christ
Partaking in the Lord's Supper is a communal act that unites believers as one body in Christ, transcending individual differences.

Obedience to Christ's Command
Observing the Lord's Supper is an act of obedience to Jesus' command, reinforcing our commitment to His teachings.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the act of "remembrance" in the Lord's Supper deepen your understanding of Jesus' sacrifice?

2. In what ways can the practice of giving thanks, as Jesus did, transform your approach to difficult situations?

3. How does the symbolism of the bread as Jesus' body impact your view of Communion and its significance in your spiritual life?

4. What are some practical ways you can foster unity within your local church community, especially during the observance of the Lord's Supper?

5. How can reflecting on the connection between the Passover and the Lord's Supper enrich your appreciation of God's redemptive plan throughout Scripture?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Matthew 26:26-28
This passage parallels 1 Corinthians 11:24, providing another account of the institution of the Lord's Supper, emphasizing the new covenant in Jesus' blood.

Luke 22:19
Similar to 1 Corinthians 11:24, this verse records Jesus' command to "do this in remembrance of Me," highlighting the memorial aspect of the Lord's Supper.

John 6:53-58
Jesus speaks about eating His flesh and drinking His blood, which can be seen as a foreshadowing of the Lord's Supper and its spiritual significance.

Exodus 12:14
The Passover is instituted as a memorial for the Israelites, which parallels the Lord's Supper as a memorial for Christians.
Christ Remembered At His TableR. Cameron.1 Corinthians 11:24
In RemembranceC. H. Spurgeon.1 Corinthians 11:24
In Remembrance of MeR. H. Story, D.D.1 Corinthians 11:24
In Remembrance of MeA. Maclaren, D.D.1 Corinthians 11:24
In Remembrance of Me'Alexander Maclaren1 Corinthians 11:24
Remembering ChristE. Hurndall 1 Corinthians 11:24
Sacramental GraceG. D. Hill.1 Corinthians 11:24
Take, EatBp. Beveridge.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Body of Christ in the Sacrament1 Corinthians 11:24
The Broken ChristU. R. Thomas.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Commemoration of Christ's Death1 Corinthians 11:24
The Lord's SupperJ. Beaumont, M.D.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Lord's Supper the Sample of the Christian LifeA. Maclaren, D.D.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Lord's Supper, a SymbolT. T. Shore, M.A.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Lord's Supper: its End and Our DutyA. Farindon, B.D.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Nature and Importance of the Lord's SupperN. Meeres, B.D.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Remembrance of Christ C. H. Spurgeon.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Sacrament a Feast of AllianceI. S. Spencer, D.D.1 Corinthians 11:24
The Supper of the LordJ. W. Cunningham, M.A.1 Corinthians 11:24
Special Consideration of the Lord's Supper; Uses of Self JudgmentC. Limpscomb 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
Christ Taking Bread, and Our Taking it from HimT. Fuller, D.D.1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Expressive SymbolsH. W. Beecher.1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Giving as We Receive1 Corinthians 11:23-26
The Doctrine of the Holy CommunionC. W. Furse, M.A.1 Corinthians 11:23-26
The Lord's SupperD. Thomas, D.D.1 Corinthians 11:23-26
The Lord's SupperJ. Waite 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
The Lord's Supper, a Simple Memorial1 Corinthians 11:23-26
The Purpose of the Lord's SupperDean Bradley.1 Corinthians 11:23-26
The Remembrance of ChristH. W. Beecher.1 Corinthians 11:23-26
The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper of Divine InstitutionBp. Beveridge.1 Corinthians 11:23-26
The Sacred FeastE. Hurndall 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
This Do in Remembrance of MeLyman Abbott.1 Corinthians 11:23-26
People
Corinthians, Judas, Paul
Places
Corinth
Topics
Act, Body, Brake, Broke, Broken, Eat, Giving, Memory, Praise, Remembrance, Thanks
Dictionary of Bible Themes
1 Corinthians 11:24

     2360   Christ, prayers of
     8676   thanksgiving

1 Corinthians 11:17-25

     7936   love feast

1 Corinthians 11:17-34

     4476   meals
     7028   church, life of

1 Corinthians 11:23-24

     5573   table

1 Corinthians 11:23-25

     1346   covenants, nature of
     4945   history
     6617   atonement, in NT

1 Corinthians 11:23-26

     1670   symbols
     4963   past, the
     7394   memorial
     7957   sacraments
     8467   reminders

1 Corinthians 11:23-29

     6755   union with Christ, nature of

1 Corinthians 11:23-30

     7110   body of Christ

1 Corinthians 11:23-32

     7933   Lord's Supper

1 Corinthians 11:23-34

     4438   eating

1 Corinthians 11:24-25

     4418   bread
     7328   ceremonies
     7404   ordinances
     8724   doubt, dealing with

1 Corinthians 11:24-28

     8670   remembering

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Second Sunday Before Lent
Text: Second Corinthians 11, 19-33; 12, 1-9. 19 For ye bear with the foolish gladly, being wise yourselves. 20 For ye bear with a man, if he bringeth you into bondage, if he devoureth you, if he taketh you captive, if he exalteth himself, if he smiteth you on the face. 21 I speak by way of disparagement, as though we had been weak. Yet whereinsoever any is bold (I speak in foolishness), I am bold also. 22 Are they Hebrews? so am I. Are they Israelites? so am I. Are they the seed of Abraham? so am
Martin Luther—Epistle Sermons, Vol. II

'In Remembrance of Me'
'This do in remembrance of Me.'--1 COR. xi. 24. The account of the institution of the Lord's Supper, contained in this context, is very much the oldest extant narrative of that event. It dates long before any of the Gospels, and goes up, probably, to somewhere about five and twenty years after the Crucifixion. It presupposes a previous narrative which had been orally delivered to the Corinthians, and, as the Apostle alleges, was derived by him from Christ Himself. It is intended to correct corruptions
Alexander Maclaren—Romans, Corinthians (To II Corinthians, Chap. V)

The Danger of Deviating from Divine Institutions.
"Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ." St. Paul was the apostle of the Gentiles. The care of the churches gathered among them devolved particularly on him. At the writing of this epistle he had no personal acquaintance with the church to which it is addressed.* Epaphras, a bishop of the Colossians, then his fellow prisoner at Rome, had made him acquainted with their state, and the danger
Andrew Lee et al—Sermons on Various Important Subjects

The Remembrance of Christ
The cause of this is very apparent: it lies in one or two facts. We forget Christ, because regenerate persons as we really are, still corruption and death remain even in the regenerate. We forget him because we carry about with us the old Adam of sin and death. If we were purely new-born creatures, we should never forget the name of him whom we love. If we were entirely regenerated beings, we should sit down and meditate on all our Saviour did and suffered; all he is; all he has gloriously promised
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 1: 1855

1 Corinthians xi. 26
For as often as ye eat this bread and drink this cup, ye do show the Lord's death till he come. When I spoke last Sunday of the benefits yet to be derived from Christ's Church, I spoke of them, as being, for the most part, three in number--our communion in prayer, our communion in reading the Scriptures, and our communion in the Lord's Supper; and, after having spoken of the first two of these, I proposed to leave the third for our consideration to-day. The words of the text are enough to show
Thomas Arnold—The Christian Life

Covenanting Recommended by the Practice of the New Testament Church.
The approved practice of the Church of God in Covenanting, is recommended to us by these two things,--that it displays a voluntary regard to his will, and that it exhibits his power accomplishing his purpose. The example of the people of God, while they walk in all his ordinances and commandments blameless, is a warranted motive to duty. "Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ."[778] Their practice in the discharge of the duty of Covenanting, accordingly, is worthy of imitation. Were
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting

Meditations for the Sick.
Whilst thy sickness remains, use often, for thy comfort, these few meditations, taken from the ends wherefore God sendeth afflictions to his children. Those are ten. 1. That by afflictions God may not only correct our sins past, but also work in us a deeper loathing of our natural corruptions, and so prevent us from falling into many other sins, which otherwise we would commit; like a good father, who suffers his tender babe to scorch his finger in a candle, that he may the rather learn to beware
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety

On the Babylonish Captivity of the Church on the Babylonish Captivity of the Church.
Jesus. Martin Luther, of the Order of St. Augustine, salutes his friend Hermann Tulichius. Whether I will or not, I am compelled to become more learned day by day, since so many great masters vie with each other in urging me on and giving me practice. I wrote about indulgences two years ago, but now I extremely regret having published that book. At that time I was still involved in a great and superstitious respect for the tyranny of Rome, which led me to judge that indulgences were not to be totally
Martin Luther—First Principles of the Reformation

Concerning the Lord's Supper
There are two passages which treat in the clearest manner of this subject, and at which we shall look,--the statements in the Gospels respecting the Lord's Supper, and the words of Paul. (1 Cor. xi.) Matthew, Mark, and Luke agree that Christ gave the whole sacrament to all His disciples; and that Paul taught both parts of it is so certain, that no one has yet been shameless enough to assert the contrary. Add to this, that according to the relation of Matthew, Christ did not say concerning the bread,
Martin Luther—First Principles of the Reformation

The Secret of the Lord
T. P. I Cor. xi. 9; Eph. v. 23 In the depths of His bright glory, Where the heavens rejoice, I have seen Him, I have known Him, I have heard His voice. He has told me how He sought me In the cloudy day, On the waste and lonely mountains Very far away. Words unutterable He speaketh, Words that none can tell; Yet, O Lord, Thy wondrous secret Knows my heart full well. I, in wonder and in silence, Listen and adore, Whilst the heart of God He tells me-- Whilst my cup runs o'er. Blessed light, within
Frances Bevan—Hymns of Ter Steegen, Suso, and Others

(On the Mysteries. Iv. )
On the Body and Blood of Christ. 1 Cor. xi. 23 I received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, how that the Lord Jesus, in the night in which He was betrayed, took bread, &c. 1. Even of itself [2445] the teaching of the Blessed Paul is sufficient to give you a full assurance concerning those Divine Mysteries, of which having been deemed worthy, ye are become of the same body [2446] and blood with Christ. For you have just heard him say distinctly, That our Lord Jesus Christ in the
St. Cyril of Jerusalem—Lectures of S. Cyril of Jerusalem

The Beatific vision.
Reason, revelation, and the experience of six thousand years unite their voices in proclaiming that perfect happiness cannot be found in this world. It certainly cannot be found in creatures; for they were not clothed with the power to give it. It cannot be found even in the practice of virtue; for God has, in His wisdom, decreed that virtue should merit, but never enjoy perfect happiness in this world. He has solemnly pledged himself to give "eternal life" to all who love and serve him here on earth.
F. J. Boudreaux—The Happiness of Heaven

If Anyone Shall Despise those who Out of Faith Make Love-Feasts and Invite the Brethren...
If anyone shall despise those who out of faith make love-feasts and invite the brethren in honour of the Lord, and is not willing to accept these invitations because he despises what is done, let him be anathema. Notes. Ancient Epitome of Canon XI. Whoso spurns those who invite to the agape, and who when invited will not communicate with these, let him be anathema. There are few subjects upon which there has been more difference of opinion than upon the history and significance of the Agape or Love-feasts
Philip Schaff—The Seven Ecumenical Councils

That by Men who are Fasting Sacrifices are to be Offered to God.
That by men who are fasting sacrifices are to be offered to God. That the Sacraments of the Altar are not to be celebrated except by those who are fasting, except on the one anniversary of the celebration of the Lord's Supper; for if the commemoration of some of the dead, whether bishops or others, is to be made in the afternoon, let it be only with prayers, if those who officiate have already breakfasted. Notes. Ancient Epitome of Canon XLI. The holy mysteries are not offered except by those who
Philip Schaff—The Seven Ecumenical Councils

Entering the Gospel Field
During the seven years that had elapsed since my call to preach the gospel, years in which God had so wonderfully taught me and so gently led me, I never doubted my call. By the help and grace of God I had been able to live pleasing to the Lord, and throughout the entire time had no knowledge of his condemnation or displeasure. I was still engaged to the young man of whom I have already spoken; and after my healing, began to make preparations for the wedding. I was fully submitted to the Lord on
Mary Cole—Trials and Triumphs of Faith

Second Sunday in Lent
Text: First Thessalonians 4, 1-7. 1 Finally then, brethren, we beseech and exhort you in the Lord Jesus, that, as ye received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, even as ye do walk,--that ye abound more and more. 2 For ye know what charge we gave you through the Lord Jesus. 3 For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye abstain from fornication; 4 that each one of you know how to possess himself of his own vessel in sanctification and honor, 5 not in the passion of lust,
Martin Luther—Epistle Sermons, Vol. II

Tenth Sunday after Trinity Spiritual Counsel for Church Officers.
Text: 1 Corinthians 12, 1-11. 1 Now, concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I would not have you ignorant. 2 Ye know that when ye were Gentiles ye were led away unto those dumb idols, howsoever ye might be led. 3 Wherefore I make known unto you, that no man speaking in the Spirit of God saith, Jesus is anathema [accursed], and no man can say, Jesus is Lord, but in the Holy Spirit. 4 Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. 5 And there are diversities of ministrations, and the same
Martin Luther—Epistle Sermons, Vol. III

A Question for Communicants
"What mean ye by this service?"--Exodus 12:26. IN A SPIRITUAL religion, everything must be understood. That which is not spiritual, but ritualistic, contents itself with the outward form. Under the Jewish dispensation, there was a very strong tendency in that direction; but it was kept to some extent in check. Under the Christian faith, this tendency must not be tolerated at all. We must know the meaning of what we do; otherwise we are not profited. We do not believe in the faith of the man who was
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 38: 1892

He Accuses Abaelard for Preferring his Own Opinions and Even Fancies to the Unanimous Consent of the Fathers, Especially Where He Declares that Christ did Not
He accuses Abaelard for preferring his own opinions and even fancies to the unanimous consent of the Fathers, especially where he declares that Christ did not become incarnate in order to save man from the power of the devil. 11. I find in a book of his sentences, and also in an exposition of his of the Epistle to the Romans, that this rash inquirer into the Divine Majesty attacks the mystery of our Redemption. He admits in the very beginning of his disputation that there has never been but one conclusion
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux—Some Letters of Saint Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux

The Second State of Prayer. Its Supernatural Character.
1. Having spoken of the toilsome efforts and of the strength required for watering the garden when we have to draw the water out of the well, let us now speak of the second manner of drawing the water, which the Lord of the vineyard has ordained; of the machine of wheel and buckets whereby the gardener may draw more water with less labour, and be able to take some rest without being continually at work. This, then, is what I am now going to describe; and I apply it to the prayer called the prayer
Teresa of Avila—The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus

From the Latin Translation of Cassiodorus.
[3712] I.--Comments [3713] On the First Epistle of Peter. Chap. i. 3. "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who by His great mercy hath regenerated us." For if God generated us of matter, He afterwards, by progress in life, regenerated us. "The Father of our Lord, by the resurrection of Jesus Christ:" who, according to your faith, rises again in us; as, on the other hand, He dies in us, through the operation of our unbelief. For He said again, that the soul never returns a second
Clement of Alexandria—Who is the Rich Man that Shall Be Saved?

The Loftiness of God
ISAIAH lvii. 15. For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy, I dwell in the high and holy place; with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones. This is a grand text; one of the grandest in the whole Old Testament; one of those the nearest to the spirit of the New. It is full of Gospel--of good news: but it is not the whole Gospel. It does not tell us the whole character
Charles Kingsley—The Good News of God

Of Preparation.
That a Christian ought necessarily to prepare himself before he presume to be a partaker of the holy communion, may evidently appear by five reasons:-- First, Because it is God's commandment; for if he commanded, under the pain of death, that none uncircumcised should eat the paschal lamb (Exod. xii. 48), nor any circumcised under four days preparation, how much greater preparation does he require of him that comes to receive the sacrament of his body and blood? which, as it succeeds, so doth it
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety

Rules to be Observed in Singing of Psalms.
1. Beware of singing divine psalms for an ordinary recreation, as do men of impure spirits, who sing holy psalms intermingled with profane ballads: They are God's word: take them not in thy mouth in vain. 2. Remember to sing David's psalms with David's spirit (Matt. xxii. 43.) 3. Practise St. Paul's rule--"I will sing with the spirit, but I will sing with the understanding also." (1 Cor. xiv. 15.) 4. As you sing uncover your heads (1 Cor. xi. 4), and behave yourselves in comely reverence as in the
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety

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