Communion is important and you can do it at home with your family.
Talking Points:
- Do it in community. The early church did it as part of a group meal. 1 Corinthians 10:16-17
- Make it about Jesus. The point is to remember his sacrifice for our sins. 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
- Take time for self- examination. Don’t take communion with a self-centered focus. 1 Corinthians 11:27-28
- Include only Christians. If your children haven’t made a personal profession of faith, don’t give communion to them.
- Use meaningful elements. You’re not required to use wine but the closer to the original the better.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Did you take communion as a kid? What was your understanding of it when you were young?
- Read 1 Corinthians 10:16-17. Why is community an important part of the Christian life? Why is taking communion in community so valuable?
- Read 1 Corinthians 11:23-26. What do the bread and wine symbolize? Why should we be reminded of Jesus’ sacrifice on a regular basis?
- Read 1 Corinthians 11:27-28. What does self-examination look like? What do you think Paul means when he warns against certain attitudes?
- Parents, check out pursuegodkids.org to talk about communion and salvation with your kids.
- What do you have in your home that best symbolizes the elements of communion?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
Check out the kids version of this topic and talk through it with your kids!
