THE CENTRALITY OF THE LORD'S SUPPER

Matthew 26:26-30

A Message Inspired by the Late Dr. Lee Roberson

Pastor Rick Jackson

I. THE CENTRAL FIGURE IN THE LORD'S SUPPER IS CHRIST!

Note the nouns and pronouns in this passage. Note Who is doing, Who is speaking, etc.

1. He knew the plan of the Father
2. He knew the peace of the Father
3. He knew the partnership of the Father

II. THE CENTRAL MESSAGE OF THE LORD'S SUPPER IS DEATH!

1. The Body would be broken [v. 26]
2. The Blood would shed [v. 27-28]
3. The Price would be paid [v. 28b]

III. THE CENTRAL PROMISE OF THE LORD'S SUPPER IS THE SECOND COMING!

1. It is a promise of surety [v. 29a]
2. It is a promise of salvation [v. 29b]
3. It is a promise of sanctification [v. 29c]

COME CAREFULLY TO THE LORD'S TABLE [I Cor. 11:27-32]