Recorded
Exodus 25:23–30; Leviticus 24:5–9; John 6:48–63
The table and the person of Christ
Pastor Drew examines the table’s wood, gold, rings, poles, utensils, and raised position. He interprets these details as pictures of Christ’s humanity and deity, God’s abiding presence, and the Holy Spirit’s work in making Christ known.
The bread and Christ’s suffering
Leviticus 24 describes the preparation and arrangement of the twelve loaves. The sermon connects the grinding and sifting of the grain and the baking of the bread with Christ’s suffering and sinlessness. The frankincense points to His preciousness.
A people invited to partake
The loaves represent provision for God’s people, and the priests eat in the holy place. The message connects this with the priesthood of believers in 1 Peter 2:9 and with the rest Christ gives to those who trust Him.
Life and strength from the living Word
John 6 explains the spiritual life that Jesus gives. The sermon emphasizes that believers cannot do spiritual work in their own strength. Time in the Word is an opportunity to know Christ and receive daily nourishment, rather than simply complete a religious duty.
Enjoy Christ together
Gathering as a church gives believers an opportunity to share what they are learning and to center worship on Christ. The closing invitation is to come to Him for eternal life and return to Him continually for strength. His supply does not run out.