08/10/2026
The tradition of the Lord’s Supper or Communion was established on the night of Yeshua’s (Jesus’) betrayal. There has been speculation for centuries as to whether or not the “Last Supper” was a Passover Feast. This teaching is not focused on that debate, but assumes it was, given that the majority of the Gospel accounts seem to suggest it was. The idea that it was a Passover Feast has led some to believe that our Messiah was not suggesting that disciples begin a new tradition, but rather, that they continue to celebrate Passover with a new understanding of its importance and symbolism.
My position is not to argue one perspective over another, but to shed light on the deeper meaning behind the elements and the tradition. The scriptures have provided much that can be tied to the tradition. We are told to do these things in remembrance of Him. There is much more to it than just remembering Him. We remember His sacrifice and the price He paid for the remission of the sins of the world. We also remember that His blood ratified the New Covenant. We should also keep in mind what is promised to us in the New Covenant, as well as to whom the promises were actually made.
Many people don’t take the time to really contemplate these things deeply, often because it has never been taught to them. However, our desire to draw and be drawn closer to God should inspire us to dig into His Word and study every aspect of Him and His plan of redemption. We should hold this tradition in high regard and not partake of it in an unworthy manner. That said, we need to take caution not to assign too much importance as to suggest that the practice of this tradition literally provides us with eternal life. It should remind us of what actually does provide us with eternal life, but the bread and the wine are not the actual body and blood of our Messiah. Furthermore, when we read His words as He spoke of these things, He never suggested we literally need to eat His physical flesh or drink His physical blood. This would be in direct contrast to the Holy Standards that God delivered to His people. In this teaching, we will go through the connections that reveal the deeper meaning behind this symbolism. I pray that this message will bless anyone who has ears to hear and a heart to please God. I also hope it provides a deeper understanding of the tradition and why we keep it, along with bringing rich blessings to those who partake of it worthily.
Download the STUDY NOTES for the scripture references covered and mentioned in this teaching. You can access them by clicking the following link:
STUDY NOTES: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o7joVPRKP6Qk7j4l9H7NYY9Z98a4CjlC/view?usp=sharing
https://youtu.be/owaLGVuRARA
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