What Do Baptism and the Lord’s Supper Show Us?

Explanation

Baptism and the Lord’s Supper are signs that Jesus left for the Church. They do not save by themselves, but they show the Gospel in a way that can be seen.

Baptism shows union with Christ in His death and resurrection, and the Lord’s Supper reminds us of His body and blood given for us.

Bible story

On the night before the cross, Jesus takes the bread and the cup and gives them to the disciples as signs of the new covenant. He leaves the Church a living reminder of His sacrifice, so that His people would never forget what salvation cost.

Remember

• The truth: Baptism and the Lord’s Supper are signs that show the work of Jesus and that we belong to Him.
• Baptism and the Lord’s Supper show the Gospel, but they do not replace faith in Christ.
• Through them, the Church remembers the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus.

• Look at these signs with respect and with a heart turned to Christ.
• Let the Lord’s Supper remind you of the price of your forgiveness.
• Do not stop at the sign; always go on to the reality it points to: Jesus.