1 Corinthians 11:29 · KJV

"For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body."

King James Version

Passage Context

²⁷Wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord.

²⁸But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup.

²⁹For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body.

³⁰For this cause many are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep.

³¹For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged.

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Reflection Questions

How do you ensure that you approach communion with the right heart?

What does it mean to you to discern the Lord's body?

When have you felt unworthy to partake in communion?

Life Application

self-reflection

Before communion, take time to reflect on your relationship with God and seek forgiveness if needed.

worship

Encourage others to approach communion with reverence and understanding.

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