The Lord's Supper and the Second Serving

Should a church offer the Lord's Supper again for those who missed it in the morning? This tract answers the common objections from Scripture.

The Lord's Supper and the Second Serving is a tract by Carl McMurray. It explains why Christians who partake on the right day, with the right emblems, in the assembly, and with the right attitude may take the Supper whether it's served morning, afternoon, or evening.

Why Hand Out This Tract

Congregations still differ over offering the Supper a second time on Sunday, and members often want a clear, Bible-based explanation. This tract starts with God's provision for Israelites who missed the Passover (Numbers 9:1-14) and then answers three objections in turn: that the whole church isn't eating together, that the assemblies have different purposes, and that there is no authority for a second serving.

What It Covers

• The Passover pattern: Numbers 9:1-14 and Christ our Passover (1 Corinthians 5:7)
• One bread: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17 and why morning and evening are still one body
• Purpose and self-examination: Acts 20:7, 1 Corinthians 16:2, and 1 Corinthians 11:28
• Generic and specific authority: Hebrews 10:25, Matthew 28:19-20, and binding only what God has bound

Ways to Use It

It's best suited for church members, elders, and Bible classes working through the question. Keep a few on hand for anyone who asks why your congregation offers a second serving.

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About the Author

This tract was written by Carl McMurray. See more of his work in the Carl McMurray collection.

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Product Details

• Author: Carl McMurray
• Publisher: Spiritbuilding Publishers
• Format: Trifold tract
• Language: English
• Price: $0.70 each; $0.95 with custom imprint