What does 1 Corinthians 11:29 mean?

1 Corinthians 11:29 highlights themes such as worthiness, discernment, consequences when read in context.

How should I apply 1 Corinthians 11:29 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

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

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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Matthew 7:1-2
Both passages discuss the consequences of one's actions and judgments.
Hebrews 10:29
This verse warns against treating the blood of Christ with contempt, similar to unworthy participation.
1 John 1:9
This verse offers assurance of forgiveness, contrasting the condemnation mentioned.