Self-examination is essential before partaking of communion.
First Corinthians 11:28 says,”A man ought to examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup.” Read also Second Corinthians 13:5.
A. WHY MUST WE EXAMINE OURSELVES?
Because it is a direct commend of the Bible. And there are other reasons as well.
B. HOW AM I TO EXAMINE MYSELF?
By asking myself certain pertinent questions. There are in fact a good number of questions I must ask myself.
But here are the two most important questions:
- Do I really and truly believe on the Lord Jesus Christ? Acts 16:31
- Am I really born again in the family of God? John 3:3-7
C. WHO AM I TO EXAMINE?
The others in the Church? NO, Myself.
Psalm 139:23 says, “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts.” Read also Psalm 26:2
MANGONUI: Saint Andrews Anglican Church.