Scripture: Various
Ordinance vs. Sacrament
Ordinance – root “order”
Sacrament – root “sacred”
Eph 2:8 Grace not works
Ceremonies of baptism & communion show unity
Baptism
Baptism tells the world “I’m a Christian!”
Baptizo = immerse
Mark 1:4-8
John 1:29 Behold Lamb of God
Points back to OT ceremonial cleansing
Illustrates our unity with Jesus in His death, burial, and resurrection
Romans 6:4
Colossians 2:12
Communion
Communion points back to OT Passover
Sharing shows unity
Memorial (remembrance) ceremony
Bread – body of Christ
Cup – blood of Christ
John 6:54–56
Galatians 2:20
Take Aways
Have you Jesus Christ as your Savior?
Have you been baptized as a believer?
When you celebrate communion is it about you or the whole church?
