https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/in-remembrance-of-jesus
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker reflects on the words "In remembrance of me," drawing parallels between funeral tributes and the Lord's Supper. He identifies three key things Jesus left with his followers: first, an understanding of the Father, which is revealed through Jesus's life; second, the Holy Spirit, who ensures believers are not left as orphans; and third, a profound love and joy, which believers can abide in by keeping Jesus's commandments. The message emphasizes that these gifts equip believers for life after Jesus's departure.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The familiar words of communionBelievers often hear the same traditional words during communion without always pausing to deeply consider what they mean.
In remembrance of meThe phrase etched into many communion tables is also commonly seen at funeral homes on memorial pamphlets that list the family members left behind.
What Jesus left us on the night of the Last SupperAlthough Jesus did not leave biological children behind, looking at the events of John 13 reveals what He intentionally left for His followers.
Jesus reveals the FatherJesus explains that He is the way to the Father, though Philip struggles to understand that seeing Jesus means seeing the Father.
The Helper, the Holy SpiritJesus promises to send the Holy Spirit so that the disciples will not be left as orphans and will have a permanent helper within them.
His love and His joyJesus shares His love and speaks these things so that His complete joy may reside in His followers.John 15:9–11
Peace in the midst of tribulationAlthough believers will face trouble in the world, Jesus leaves them with His peace because He has overcome the world.
Jesus prays for future believersIn His high priestly prayer, Jesus prays not just for the immediate disciples, but for all those who will believe through their word.
Unity to the extent of the GodheadJesus prays that His followers may be perfected in unity, mirroring the perfect oneness shared between Jesus and the Father so the world may believe.
Proclaiming the Lord's death with meaningThe speaker concludes by encouraging the congregation to remember these profound gifts rather than letting communion become empty words, before partaking of the bread and cup.
https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/in-remembrance-of-jesus
River of Life Christian Fellowship
1306 N Lincoln Avenue
Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker reflects on the words "In remembrance of me," drawing parallels between funeral tributes and the Lord's Supper. He identifies three key things Jesus left with his followers: first, an understanding of the Father, which is revealed through Jesus's life; second, the Holy Spirit, who ensures believers are not left as orphans; and third, a profound love and joy, which believers can abide in by keeping Jesus's commandments. The message emphasizes that these gifts equip believers for life after Jesus's departure.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The familiar words of communionBelievers often hear the same traditional words during communion without always pausing to deeply consider what they mean.
In remembrance of meThe phrase etched into many communion tables is also commonly seen at funeral homes on memorial pamphlets that list the family members left behind.
What Jesus left us on the night of the Last SupperAlthough Jesus did not leave biological children behind, looking at the events of John 13 reveals what He intentionally left for His followers.
Jesus reveals the FatherJesus explains that He is the way to the Father, though Philip struggles to understand that seeing Jesus means seeing the Father.
The Helper, the Holy SpiritJesus promises to send the Holy Spirit so that the disciples will not be left as orphans and will have a permanent helper within them.
His love and His joyJesus shares His love and speaks these things so that His complete joy may reside in His followers.John 15:9–11
Peace in the midst of tribulationAlthough believers will face trouble in the world, Jesus leaves them with His peace because He has overcome the world.
Jesus prays for future believersIn His high priestly prayer, Jesus prays not just for the immediate disciples, but for all those who will believe through their word.
Unity to the extent of the GodheadJesus prays that His followers may be perfected in unity, mirroring the perfect oneness shared between Jesus and the Father so the world may believe.
Proclaiming the Lord's death with meaningThe speaker concludes by encouraging the congregation to remember these profound gifts rather than letting communion become empty words, before partaking of the bread and cup.
