THE Lord's supper was instituted by the Lord on the same night in which He was betrayed. It is to be observed in His churches to the world's end, for a perpetual remembrance of Him and to show forth the sacrifice of Himself in His death. It was instituted also to confirm saints in the belief that all the benefits stemming from Christ's sacrifice belong to them. Furthermore, it is meant to promote their spiritual nourishment and growth in Christ, and to strengthen the ties that bind them to all the duties they owe to Him. The Lord's supper is also a bond and pledge of the fellowship which believers have with Christ and with one another.

1 Cor. 10:16,17,21; 1 Cor. 11:23-26.

[From the Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689, rewritten in Modern English]

1. The Lord’s Supper began on the night Jesus was betrayed

2. those who are a part of Christ’s family should participate

3. The supper involves two very simple actions, eating and drinking.

4. When participating in the supper, I am to remember and anticipate Christ’s redeeming work.

5. When I participate I am to embrace the spiritual benefits Christ has secured for me.

6. I am to approach the supper with a sacred seriousness vv27-32