How open should it be

[Alive in Christ]

Tom Butler..

You posted...

A known lost person is by definition in rebellion against God.

He is in no way in harmony with the believing members of the congregation.

Really?

Then what is he doing, having an interest in the Lords supper??

Cant you see...??? There is somthing (substantial) going on in his heart!

He needs in encouragment, rather then being turned away!

 

[Yeshua1]

Tom Butler..

You posted...



Really?

Then what is he doing, having an interest in the Lords supper??

Cant you see...??? There is somthing (substantial) going on in his heart!

He needs in encouragment, rather then being turned away!

paul stated that its to be given to those who believe in Jesus, to remember the Lord, cant get any plainer than that!

 

[Tom Butler]

Tom Butler..

You posted...



Really?

Then what is he doing, having an interest in the Lords supper??

Cant you see...??? There is somthing (substantial) going on in his heart!

He needs in encouragment, rather then being turned away!

Brother, you're just assuming he has an interest in the Lord's Supper. He certainly may be curious about what's going on, but we don't have the right to offer communion so he won't feel rejected.

If the pastor takes the time to teach about the LS, then he will understand why he is not to participate. It is a beautiful teachable moment. It just might be an education for some of the members, as well.

I keep thinking about those Corinth FBC members who were dead, and some sick, because they did not treat the LS with proper respect.