There is no other name under Heaven given to men by which we must be saved –Acts 4:12
The New Testament, particularly Paul’s writings, employs the phrase “the body of Christ” in distinct ways: literally, referring to Jesus’ unique incarnate body, and signifying the mystical union of believers. The sacramental aspect of the Lord’s Supper is essential for preserving this unity, which underscores the importance of love and respect among Christians.
The Lord’s Supper is not just a symbolic ritual but a means of maintaining the Mystical Union with Christ, crucial for salvation. Jesus’ words in John 6 reveal its significance, and 1 Corinthians 10 emphasizes mutual participation in Christ’s body and blood. This union, initiated at baptism, requires continued support through the Lord’s Supper and other means for its preservation until reaching Heaven.
The writer, a Lutheran, compares experiences at Catholic, Baptist, and Evangelical churches, reflecting on the differences in their observance of the Lord’s Supper. They question its nature as a simple remembrance or ongoing sacrifice and explore the mystical union with Jesus it symbolizes, delving into the “how” and “why.”
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