![]() In part one of this series on cults, we discussed how a Christian cult is any religious movement that claims to follow the Bible but distorts one or more of the essential doctrines of Christianity. Christina has also authored several popular Christian apologetics books, such as, Misguided by Mormonism but Redeemed by God’s Grace, and Facts the Watchtower Society Doesn’t Want You to Know. You can view their video trainings and website articles by visiting and downloading their free “Witnesses for Jesus” smartphone app. You will find the background stories behind the hymns very interesting and informative.* Christina Darlington is the director of a non-profit ministry, Witnesses for Jesus, Inc., that teaches Christians how to reach Mormons and Jehovah’s Witnesses for Christ. Our collection of inspirational contemporary Christian songs will rejuvenate your soul, bring Biblical truth to your life, and make your heart overflow in Godly passion.įor more awesome Christian Music check our Hymns Collection. The Eucharistic supper is full of joy, wonder, unity, thanks, and praise. During the Holy Communion, God’s blessings are bestowed abundantly on us. The Holy Communion or Eucharist is a call to unity, to be one in Christ, with the bread broken and wine poured symbolizing Jesus’ body broken for us and remembering the blood He shed for our sins. The main themes of Maundy Thursday are humility, servanthood, brotherly love, charity, and sympathy. Many churches do not hold a Mass until Easter Sunday, and also church bells are silenced during Good Friday and Holy Saturday. Worship continues late into the night after the Eucharistic rite, and many people stay in the church for a prayerful ‘vigil,’ recalling Jesus’ command to keep watch and pray with Him before His betrayal and arrest. In some denominations, the priest reenacts Christ’s humble washing of His disciples’ feet by washing the feet of members of the congregation during services held on this day. Holy Thursday is held in high regard by the Orthodox, Protestant, and Catholic churches. The word ‘Maundy’ comes from the Latin phrase ‘Dias Mandatum,’ signifying “the day of the new commandment,” which Christ gave to His followers in John 13:34-35, telling us to love one another as He has loved us. Maundy Thursday, also known as Holy Thursday, commemorates Jesus Christ’s last supper right before His arrest, torture, crucifixion, and death. Our call to follow in the steps of ChristĪround the table of the King. ![]() He drained death’s cup that all may enter in The blood that cleanses every stain of sin, The wounds that heal, the death that brings us life, The promise made that all who come in faith It’s a moving, triumphant communion song that looks back while also looking forward. What makes this song even better is that it’s fairly upbeat and eschatologically oriented. Jesus’ exhortation to have fellowship with one another is highlighted is in this communion song. The activity of sharing the sacred gifts of Christ’s body and blood is referenced in this communion song. This communion song reminds us of Christ’s ever-present presence with the believer, especially during the Lord’s Table Service, and beautifully combines heaven and Jesus’ oblation. This is one of the few Communion songs, which reflect the sense of the word Eucharist, which means “thanksgiving.” We must give thanks for everything from the wounds of Christ that heal us to His death that brings us eternal life. It produces a beautiful ‘layered’ chorus of adoration that is constantly touching. This communion song has great music, strong lyrics, and a catchy, ‘Gospel’ feel to it. Congregations can sing the refrain with increasing conviction as the song progresses until the last uplifting chorus gives way to a profound exclamatory state. The Behold the Lamb song is composed in the modern worship song form that is also congregationally accessible. With a very complex text and a gorgeous, soaring melody, this communion song conveys three essential Eucharistic ideas – communion, the superior efficacy of Christ’s atonement, and our food for the journey – clearly and beautifully. It is a brilliantly composed hymn that gets to the heart of our beliefs about Jesus’ genuine presence in the Eucharist. This scripture-based communion song is also versatile enough to be utilized at any time.īehold the Lamb is a communion song that reminds us of our Lord and Savior’s ultimate sacrifice for our redemption. Behold the Lamb is a beautiful communion song that is sacramental, devotional, creedal, inspirational, and evangelical.įor the Maundy Thursday service, Behold the Lamb is an appropriate Eucharist or communion song that helps us remember the events of the Last Supper, which took place on the first day of Passover or the Festival of Unleavened Bread.
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