Getting Ready for the Lord’s Supper

Since we are having communion this week, I wanted to give you something to think about as you prepare. Of course, Larger Catechism 171 is always a great resource, but here consider what Richard Baxter says about participating in communion:

In the time of the administration, go along with the minister throughout the work, and keep your hearts close to Jesus Christ, in the exercise of all those graces which are suited to the several parts of the administration. Think not that all the work must be the minister’s: it should be a busy day with you, and your hearts should be taken up with as much diligence, as your hands be in your common labour; but not in a toilsome, weary diligence, but in such delightful business as becometh the guests of the God of heaven, at so sweet a feast, and in the receiving of such invaluable gifts. (Baxter, A Christian Directory, 3:333)

If you’re interested, you can read his whole chapter on the Lord’s Supper (31 pages) here.

Updates

1. A sign-up sheet for Backpack Buddies is on the table in the hallway.
2. Presbyterian Women meets on September 11 at 6:30 PM.
3. Ruling Elder Ordination will be September 21 during the regular Lord’s Day service.

Your friend in Christ,
Reid