A Communion Sermon
Text: “Do not be afraid any longer; only believe…” (Luke 8:50)
Intro: The Sacraments & Faith
The most important gift (1Cor 13:13)
Miracles & Faith
Parables & Repentance
Roman Catholic Doctrine
“We receive these by faith, which is the hand and mouth of our souls.” Art. 35 Confession
I. Who was he?
Ruler of the synagogue
II. His request
Only daughter
…at the point of death.
III. His faith
Limits
Come to my house cf. Matthew 8:8
The messenger
Jesus’ response to his faith
Luke 8:50
IV. Jesus’ way with him
Delay
Visible demonstration
V. His despair
“…do not trouble the Teacher anymore.”
VI. The law of the kingdom
Mark 9:23
Matthew 19:26
Distribution of the bread:
Distribution of the wine: