The Table

Summary: In this text, we will learn about the Lord’s Table which is one of the two ordinances that Christ has given to His church. The night in the upper room begins the climactic events of Jesus’ ministry on Earth which is often called the Passion. The Lord has given us this ordinance so that we will delight in our past, present, and future. The table points us to our past forgiveness at the Cross, our present reality in communion with Christ and one another, and our future where we will sit feast with the King!

Mark 14:12-25

I. Jesus is in control of the events leading to His death (14:12-16)

II. Jesus moves forward knowing He will be betrayed by a close friend (14:17-21)

III. Jesus gives us a meal as a sign of the Gospel (14:22-25)


The New Testament on the Lord's Supper:

1) The Table is the new Passover Meal

2) The Table is one of the two ordinances that Jesus has given to His church

3) The Table is more than a memorial event

4) The Table is to be fenced

5) The Table is to be observed regularly


Six Looks to consider as we take the elements of the Table:

1) Look Back... to His atoning work on the Cross

2) Look Up... to our current union with Him

3) Look In... examine yourself and come to the table repenting of sin

4) Look Around...to your communion with the people of God in the Church

5) Look Out... to those who need the gospel

6) Look Forward... to the Messianic Banquet