The Lord’s Supper is to be received only by those who have believed in Jesus Christ. It is an ordinance that Jesus himself gave to the church. Yet we are told that we must still examine ourselves before partaking. What are we examining? Plus, Jimmy takes Joe Steve out for dinner.

Baptist Catechism Q. 104

Q. What is required to the worthy receiving of the Lord’s Supper?

A. It is required of them that would worthily partake of the Lords supper, that they examine themselves of their knowledge to discern the Lord’s body,⁠⁠ of their faith to feed upon him,⁠⁠ of their repentance,⁠ love,⁠⁠ and new obedience,⁠⁠ lest coming unworthily they eat and drink judgment to themselves.⁠.

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The Baptist Catechism

A Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin Beddome

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