New City Catechism Question Forty-Seven

Summary

In this episode of the Hope Grows podcast, Pastor Jo

Takeaways

The Lord's Supper does not add anything to Christ's atoning work; it is a celebration and reinforcement of what Christ has already done. Partaking in the Lord's Supper with unrepentant hearts brings judgment upon oneself. Before receiving the sacrament, we should examine ourselves and come in repentance and faith. It is important to have difficult conversations with those who may not be ready to partake in the Lord's Supper.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Question 47 02:47 The Lord's Supper and Christ's Atoning Work 03:17 The Purpose of the Lord's Supper 04:11 Examine Yourself Before Receiving the Sacrament 05:34 The Importance of Difficult Conversations 06:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

n discusses question number 47 of the New City Catechism: Does the Lord's Supper add anything to Christ's atoning work? The answer is no. The Lord's Supper is a covenant meal that celebrates Christ's atoning work and strengthens our faith. It is not a means of adding to what Christ has already done. However, those who partake in the Lord's Supper with unrepentant hearts bring judgment upon themselves. The episode concludes with a reminder to examine ourselves before receiving the sacrament and to have difficult conversations with those who may not be ready to partake.