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What does it mean to discern the body of Christ?

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Discerning the body of Christ means understanding the significance of His sacrifice and recognizing Him as our only righteousness.

To discern the body of Christ, as referenced in 1 Corinthians 11:29, involves grasping the spiritual reality of Christ's sacrifice and its implications for us as believers. It means acknowledging our sinfulness and helplessness while recognizing that Christ’s body was given for us and His blood was shed for our redemption. This discernment transforms our participation in the Lord's Supper into an act of worship that reflects our dependence on Christ alone. Those who do not comprehend this truth are at risk of taking the Supper unworthily, believing themselves to be righteous by their own works rather than by faith in the Savior. Thus, discernment is fundamental to the integrity and reverence of communal worship.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 11:29

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Who Is Worthy?
Don Fortner · Nov 24, 2002
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