To partake of communion worthily means to approach with reverence and a proper understanding of Christ’s sacrifice.
The call to take communion worthily, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 11, emphasizes the need for self-examination and reverence before partaking of the Lord's Supper. It is not about the absence of sin but rather the recognition of the significance of Christ's body and blood. Believers are urged to approach the table with a humble acknowledgment of their dependence on Christ’s sacrifice for salvation. Understanding that they are partaking of a holy ordinance, they should do so with a sense of awe and gratitude, recognizing that the very act of communion is a profound expression of their covenant relationship with God and His grace.
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