42 sermons preach from 1 Corinthians 11 — 41 from real church libraries, transcribed and indexed to the verse, and 1 from the classic library.
“He took the cup and said, 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this in remembrance of me.'”
“Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ. Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things... For a man indeed ought not to cover his head,”
A Sunday worship service of prayer, thanksgiving and singing followed by a Bible lesson calling the church to reject sectarianism and pursue unity, evangelism and holiness, with prayers for guidance, healing, deliverance and success in upcoming outreach and convention events.
“Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ;... And the Lord Jesus, the same night in which he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he brake it.”
A Sunday worship service of prayer, thanksgiving and singing followed by a Bible lesson calling the church to reject sectarianism and pursue unity, evangelism and holiness, with prayers for guidance, healing, deliverance and success in upcoming outreach and convention events.
“Paul says, 'Follow me as I follow Christ.'”
A Bible study on John (chapter 10) teaching that eternal life begins the moment one believes in Jesus, explaining the believer as spirit/soul/body, the evidence of Jesus' works as proof of Messiahship, and practical implications for discipleship and spiritual growth.
“Paul: 'Follow after me' — urging believers to follow his example.”
A Sunday teaching on spiritual gifts and manifestation: believers are called to cooperate with the Holy Spirit to manifest God’s power with humility, order, and unity; practical ministry updates and invitations (baptism, giving, convocation, leadership transitions) accompany the message.
“Discussion of cultural practice that a woman should not come into the assembly with her head uncovered (head-covering instruction).”
A practical message on ministry and worship excellence: let Scripture shape church life, let Christlike character shape conduct, and let grace fuel genuine, unified worship and service rather than performance or preference-driven division.
“Someday we'll do the head covering passages.”
Pastor Josh Howerton responds to Texas Rep. James Talarico’s public theological and political claims, arguing Talarico misrepresents Scripture on abortion, sexuality, marriage, and gender. Howerton distinguishes between genuine seekers and ideological infiltrators, asserts politics have become spiritual, defends the biblical view that life begins in the womb and that marriage is one man/one woman, contrasts biblical justice (equal weights and measures) with progressive group-based justice (equal outcomes), explains Kuyperian sphere sovereignty for charity and the role of church/family versus the state, and warns against false teachers who pander to itching ears.
“Paraphrase of 1 Cor. 11: the hair on a woman was her glory or the covering her husband had over her.”
A practical message on ministry and worship excellence: let Scripture shape church life, let Christlike character shape conduct, and let grace fuel genuine, unified worship and service rather than performance or preference-driven division.
“Paul says when you come together for the Lord's supper some are drinking so much wine that they're getting drunk.”
A pastoral conversation distinguishing biblical commands from man-made rules and giving practical, Scripture-based guidance on alcohol, tattoos, and marijuana—emphasizing conscience, community impact, sobriety, and pursuing closeness to Jesus rather than merely testing boundaries.
“Paraphrase of the Lord's Supper: 'This is my body... do this to remember me,' and the cup as the new covenant in my blood.”
A practical message on ministry and worship excellence: let Scripture shape church life, let Christlike character shape conduct, and let grace fuel genuine, unified worship and service rather than performance or preference-driven division.
“He took the cup and said, 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this in remembrance of me.'”
A Sunday Mass homily about trusting Jesus in life's storms, illustrated by Peter walking on the water and the celebrant's personal healing story; invites courageous steps of faith and regular prayer of trust.
“On the night before he died ... 'Take, eat, this is my body which is given for you. ... this is my blood of the new covenant which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins ... do this for the remembrance of me.'”
The preacher connects the feeding of the 5,000 to John the Baptist’s beheading to show that Jesus transforms grief and evil into compassion, modeling non‑violent, generous leadership and calling listeners to practical acts of mercy.
“The night before he died for us, our Savior Jesus Christ took bread... 'Take, eat. This is my body... Drink this, all of you. This is my blood of the new covenant... Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.'”
A sermon reflecting on Jesus’ parables (mustard seed, yeast, hidden treasure, pearl, and the net) and Paul’s assurance that nothing can separate us from God’s love, calling listeners to patient, active discipleship that both waits for and works toward the Kingdom—marked by mercy, justice, generosity, and the proclamation of the Gospel.
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“in 1st Corinthians chapter 11 starting at verse number 23 the Bible tells us how to take the Lord's Supper”
A sermon on John 10:10 explaining that Jesus came to give 'life more abundantly' — not material prosperity but an overflowing, quality life rooted in a living relationship with Christ, experienced in the church through fellowship, service, joy, forgiveness, and purpose.
“1 Corinthians 11:23 — "For I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you: that the Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread."”
A Sunday communion service focused on worship, intercession for children and the church, and a message titled "The Table of the Father" explaining the privileges of dining with God (childship, heirship, joy, healing, forgiveness, answered requests). The preacher led extensive prayers for protection, wisdom, unity, provision, evangelism, leaders, nations, and personal petitions (destiny, mercy, promotion) before administering communion.
“Knowing who they were, Jesus still passed them the cup. And he said, share it.”
A sermon on the Table of Covenant (Luke 22) explaining how Jesus fulfills the old covenant and establishes a better, final covenant through his blood. Communion is presented as a transformative, relational invitation that creates new identity and family, not a stale ritual.
“'Do this in memory of me.' (institution of the Eucharist recalled in the prayer)”
A Sunday Mass homily about trusting Jesus in life's storms, illustrated by Peter walking on the water and the celebrant's personal healing story; invites courageous steps of faith and regular prayer of trust.
“'Take, eat, this is my body... Do this for the remembrance of me' and 'This is my blood of the new covenant... Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.'”
Melissa Hollerith preaches that Christians are called to trust God rather than cling to control or possessions, using a personal hurricane-evacuation story and Peter walking on the water to urge the congregation to live by faith and embrace the promise, "Do not be afraid."
“On the night he was betrayed, Jesus took the bread... 'This is my body... Do this in remembrance of me.' As often as we eat this bread and drink this cup, we proclaim... Christ has died, Christ has risen, and Christ will come again.”
A sermon calling believers to embody what it truly means to be Christian: not merely a label but a life of radical compassion, justice, forgiveness, and service that makes Jesus visible in the world. The preacher contrasts authentic discipleship with exclusionary nationalism, urges repentance and reliance on grace, and invites the congregation into renewed community mission and welcome.
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“The Bible declares that on the night the Lord Jesus was betrayed, he took some bread and he gave thanks and broke it and said,”
A Psalm 55–centered message taught from Psalm 55 about finding God-given peace amid pain, betrayal, and overwhelm. The preacher urges honest lament to God, warns against mistaking escape for peace, and shows that true, sustaining peace comes from God even when circumstances don't change. The service included baptisms, communion, an invitation to salvation, and church announcements.
“The teaching I gave you is the same that I received from the Lord. On the night when the Lord Jesus was handed over to be killed, he took bread and gave thanks for it.”
A sermon on Psalm 73:13-16 that examines Asaph's struggle with suffering despite faithfulness, warns against a transactional relationship with God, and urges believers to move from mere church attendance to genuine worship because worship restores perspective and strength to face life's trials.
“On the night he was betrayed, took bread, having given thanks, he broke it and said, this is my body broken for you... after supper he did the same thing with the cup; this cup is the blood my New Testament with you.”
Pastor Willie L. Young Jr. preaches from Hebrews 12 urging the congregation to ‘Focus on Jesus’ — Jesus is the object, author and finisher of our faith — so believers can endure trials, resist returning to old ways, and run the race with perseverance. The service included church announcements, membership recognition, communion, prayers, and invitations for salvation, membership, and restored fellowship.
“For I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you: the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took a loaf of bread... 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this in remembrance of me.'”
Dr. Marcus D. Cosby preaches a Christ‑centered First Sunday message explaining the church’s tradition of remembering Jesus’ death through communion, emphasizing that Jesus was delivered over to death as our propitiation and proxy so we might be justified and receive salvation. The service includes community announcements, music, prayer, offering, and an invitation to respond.
“For I received from the Lord that which I also delivered to you: the Lord Jesus on the same night in which he was betrayed took bread... 'This is my body... Do this in remembrance of me.'”
A Sunday worship message celebrating the Christian freedom won by Christ — emphasizing faith alone, Christ alone, and resisting legalism — with calls to practical discipleship, communion, giving, and community engagement.
“Paul's account of the Lord's Supper: "This is my body..." and "This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me...for whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes," and the warning that whoever partakes in an unworthy manner will be guilty regarding the body and blood of the Lord.”
A Sunday service focused on God's grace: the preacher taught that every believer has received a personally apportioned measure of grace that empowers gifts for service, builds unity, and matures the church. The message included practical applications—use your gifts, serve joyfully, sign up for ministry, join evangelism training (Operation Andrew), and respond to God's invitation to receive renewed grace—alongside worship, communion, prayer, and ministry announcements.
“Passage recounting the Lord's Supper: 'Take, eat; this is my body... This cup is the new covenant in my blood... you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.'”
A Sunday service focused on the Great Commission and becoming a healthier church: worship and communion, a reminder to give as worship, then a sermon on Matthew 28 emphasizing the summons to return to Jesus, the declaration that Christ has all authority, and the commission to make disciples—baptize and teach obedience—followed by practical application: discipleship is lifelong, church health depends on loving God and people, expect persecution, rely on the Holy Spirit, and commit to partnership with God in evangelism and local mission.
““Do this in remembrance of me.” and “As often as you eat and drink, observe communion.””
A sermon on the Table of Covenant (Luke 22) explaining how Jesus fulfills the old covenant and establishes a better, final covenant through his blood. Communion is presented as a transformative, relational invitation that creates new identity and family, not a stale ritual.
“He said, 'This is my body... do this to remember me,' and of the cup, 'this cup is the new covenant in my blood... whenever you drink it you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.'”
A practical message on ministry and worship excellence: let Scripture shape church life, let Christlike character shape conduct, and let grace fuel genuine, unified worship and service rather than performance or preference-driven division.
“This is my body. Eat this to remember me; whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.”
A first sermon in a series called "The Luciferian Affect" using Ezekiel 28 as a dualistic portrait (king of Tyre and Lucifer) to explain Satan's character, tactics, and how believers are affected — concluding with practical warnings and a call to trust Scripture, repent, and remain vigilant.
“"He took bread... 'this is my body'... 'this cup is the new covenant in my blood'... 'as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup you show the Lord's death until he comes.'"”
A Romans 12–centered message distinguishing manifestation gifts from motivational (Romans 12) gifts, calling believers to consecration and sober self-assessment so their God-given graces can mature. Emphasis on unity of the body, healthy leadership, disciplined vessels (ego/appetite), and practical church life (altar seed, communion, volunteer mobilization).
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“Before we remember his body that was willingly broken. Before we drink the cup, remembering his blood that was willingly poured out; do this in remembrance and examine yourselves before taking the bread and cup.”
A sermon on the Table of Covenant (Luke 22) explaining how Jesus fulfills the old covenant and establishes a better, final covenant through his blood. Communion is presented as a transformative, relational invitation that creates new identity and family, not a stale ritual.
“This is my body... this cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this in remembrance of me; for whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes, and whoever eats or drinks in an unworthy manner will be guilty.”
A Sunday service focused on God's grace: the preacher taught that every believer has received a personally apportioned measure of grace that empowers gifts for service, builds unity, and matures the church. The message included practical applications—use your gifts, serve joyfully, sign up for ministry, join evangelism training (Operation Andrew), and respond to God's invitation to receive renewed grace—alongside worship, communion, prayer, and ministry announcements.
“Take, eat, this is my body, which is broken for you. After the same manner also he took the cup, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood...for as often as ye eat of this bread and drink of this cup ye do show the Lord's death till he comes; wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread and drink this cup of the Lord unworthily shall be guilty.”
A Sunday worship service that included Psalms reading, announcements, a baby dedication and communion, and a sermon from Acts 1:4–8 calling the congregation to wait on God’s promise, trust His timing, endure the preparation process, and expect Holy Spirit power to be sent so they can witness locally and globally.
“Recounting the Lord's Supper: 'And when he had given thanks, he brake it... Take, eat, this is my body... This cup is the new testament in my blood... For this cause many are weak and sickly among you and many sleep.'”
A Sunday worship service that included Psalms reading, announcements, a baby dedication and communion, and a sermon from Acts 1:4–8 calling the congregation to wait on God’s promise, trust His timing, endure the preparation process, and expect Holy Spirit power to be sent so they can witness locally and globally.
“For this is my body ... take this all of you and drink from it; for this is the chalice of my blood, the blood of the new and eternal covenant.”
Father Enrique uses the parables of the kingdom (weeds, mustard seed, yeast) to teach that God grows great things from small beginnings. He applies this to the Church, missionary expansion, family life, sacraments, and daily acts of love, urging patience, trust, and faithful stewardship of the ‘mustard seeds’ God gives us.
“Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you and feed on him in your hearts by faith with thanksgiving.”
A sermon on the Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds calling believers to faithful, patient ministry in the 'between time' — to persist in compassion, justice, and service rather than rushing to condemn or 'uproot' others.
“This is my body which is broken for you...This cup is the new testament in my blood. This do ye, as often as ye drink, drink it in remembrance of me.”
A Sunday communion service focused on worship, intercession for children and the church, and a message titled "The Table of the Father" explaining the privileges of dining with God (childship, heirship, joy, healing, forgiveness, answered requests). The preacher led extensive prayers for protection, wisdom, unity, provision, evangelism, leaders, nations, and personal petitions (destiny, mercy, promotion) before administering communion.
Charles Spurgeon
IT SEEMS, then, that Christians may forget Christ. The text implies the possibility of forgetfulness concerning him whom gratitude and affection should constrain them to remember. There could be no need for this loving exhortation, if there were not a fearful supposition that our memories might…
Read the full text“Jesus said, 'This is my body'... 'Do this in remembrance of me.'”
Pastor Steve Wilburn preaches from Luke 17 (the ten lepers) under the theme "Forgetting," emphasizing crying for mercy, returning to thank God, and Jesus' wonder that only one returned. He connects the passage to Thanksgiving, urging gratefulness, obedience, seizing gospel opportunities, repentance, and a reverent approach to communion.
“As often as you eat and drink, observe communion — the cup represents the blood of Jesus; we should remember what he's done for us.”
A sermon on the Table of Covenant (Luke 22) explaining how Jesus fulfills the old covenant and establishes a better, final covenant through his blood. Communion is presented as a transformative, relational invitation that creates new identity and family, not a stale ritual.
“'This cup is the new testament in my blood... do this in remembrance of me' (words about the cup).”
A Communion Sunday message urging believers to trust God's promises, wait and surrender rather than trying to force outcomes, illustrated by Abraham's story (Isaac vs. Ishmael). The sermon connects covenant faithfulness to lasting blessing, emphasizes grace, giving, and invites listeners to salvation and communion.
“Jesus lifted the cup: 'This is the cup of the new covenant in my blood. Do this as often as you drink in remembrance of me.'”
Pastor Steve Wilburn preaches from Luke 17 (the ten lepers) under the theme "Forgetting," emphasizing crying for mercy, returning to thank God, and Jesus' wonder that only one returned. He connects the passage to Thanksgiving, urging gratefulness, obedience, seizing gospel opportunities, repentance, and a reverent approach to communion.
“When you drink the cup and when you eat the bread, you show forth his death until he comes.”
Executive Pastor Banks preaches that believers are God’s masterpiece—saved by grace and created for good works—calling listeners to receive God’s purpose, resist the enemy’s deceptions, and respond in faith through obedience, worship, prayer, baptism, and service.
“The Bible says we're not to come in an unworthy manner — we're to examine our heart and rightly discern the Lord's body.”
Pastor encourages believers to respond to God's Word with simple, childlike agreement — “OK” — and to act in faith: give, touch Jesus for healing, persevere, and be willing to surrender possessions or relationships for the sake of the Kingdom. The service includes worship, announcements, testimony on healing, teaching about faith, obedience, sacrifice, communion, and a time of ministry for strength.
“Paraphrase: Every man should examine himself so that he not partake of the Lord's Supper unworthily.”
A Romans 12–centered message distinguishing manifestation gifts from motivational (Romans 12) gifts, calling believers to consecration and sober self-assessment so their God-given graces can mature. Emphasis on unity of the body, healthy leadership, disciplined vessels (ego/appetite), and practical church life (altar seed, communion, volunteer mobilization).
“"He that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body." Paraphrase: "If we judge ourselves, we will not be judged."”
A Communion Sunday message urging believers to trust God's promises, wait and surrender rather than trying to force outcomes, illustrated by Abraham's story (Isaac vs. Ishmael). The sermon connects covenant faithfulness to lasting blessing, emphasizes grace, giving, and invites listeners to salvation and communion.
“let a man examine himself”
Pastor Cheryl Brady exhorts listeners to remain curious and reverent toward God, to seek personal exposure to His presence, and to be willing to step outside comfort zones so they can access God’s plans and receive transformative blessings. She emphasizes practical response—worship now, take ordered steps of obedience, and invest (give) as an expression of commitment.
“A man should examine himself daily; examine yourself to see if you are still in the faith.”
A Sunday message calling the church to be God’s spiritual building—built on Jesus and held together by committed service and God’s mercy—with practical calls to prayer, repentance, unity, faithful stewardship, and participation in church life.
“let a man examine himself”
A Sunday service sermon calling believers to a transformed, disciplined Christian life — a 'new walk' marked by repentance, holiness, and practical change of habits. The preacher urged the congregation to 'do your first work' (return to first love), put off the old sinful patterns, walk circumspectly, and live visibly as ambassadors for Christ. The service also included health updates, testimonies, baptisms, encouragements to care for one another, and corporate prayer for healing and restoration.
“Paul instructs that everyone must examine themselves before Communion; taking it unworthily brings judgment and some have even died.”
Pastor Steve Wilburn preaches from Luke 17 (the ten lepers) under the theme "Forgetting," emphasizing crying for mercy, returning to thank God, and Jesus' wonder that only one returned. He connects the passage to Thanksgiving, urging gratefulness, obedience, seizing gospel opportunities, repentance, and a reverent approach to communion.
“'He that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body.'”
A Communion Sunday message urging believers to trust God's promises, wait and surrender rather than trying to force outcomes, illustrated by Abraham's story (Isaac vs. Ishmael). The sermon connects covenant faithfulness to lasting blessing, emphasizes grace, giving, and invites listeners to salvation and communion.
“'For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged' (if we judge ourselves, we should not be judged).”
A Communion Sunday message urging believers to trust God's promises, wait and surrender rather than trying to force outcomes, illustrated by Abraham's story (Isaac vs. Ishmael). The sermon connects covenant faithfulness to lasting blessing, emphasizes grace, giving, and invites listeners to salvation and communion.
“Come not together unto condemnation, and the rest will I set in order when I come.”
A Sunday worship service of prayer, thanksgiving and singing followed by a Bible lesson calling the church to reject sectarianism and pursue unity, evangelism and holiness, with prayers for guidance, healing, deliverance and success in upcoming outreach and convention events.
Every reference on this page was extracted from the transcript of a real sermon in a public Sermon Mind church library. Quotes reflect each preacher’s own reading of the text.