Proclaiming Jesus Through Communion at Lakeview Christian Church
Every Sunday at Lakeview Christian Church of Portage Lakes, we gather around the communion table. But this sacred moment is far more than religious routine—it’s a powerful proclamation that changes everything.
More Than a Ritual: The Power of Proclamation
First Corinthians 11:26 reminds us: “For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes again.” Notice that word—proclaim. When we take communion, we’re not just remembering the past. We’re declaring a present reality and announcing a future hope.
We’re saying to the world: Jesus died. Jesus rose. Jesus is coming back.
This isn’t about habit or tradition. It’s about proclamation—making God the forefront of our lives and reminding ourselves that we are all in for Jesus.
The All-In Commitment
At Lakeview Christian Church, we believe in going all in for Christ. Our mission is simple: Be the change as Jesus has changed us. We live this out through “Just 3″—Study, Share, and Serve.
But here’s the truth: going all in isn’t a one-time decision. It’s a weekly, daily, moment-by-moment choice to surrender everything to Jesus.
Every Sunday when we gather for communion, we get a fresh opportunity to recommit. We get to “re-up” our commitment to Jesus, unified together in the blood of Christ. We raise the banner high and proclaim Him King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Why Weekly Communion Matters
Some churches take communion monthly or quarterly. At Lakeview, we practice it every Lord’s Day. Why? Because we need the constant reminder.
We need to remember that:
- Jesus’ sacrifice was complete – His death on the cross paid for all our sins
- We are unified as one body – The bread and cup connect us to believers around the world
- Jesus is returning – We proclaim His death “until He comes again”
Communion keeps us grounded in the gospel. It prevents our faith from becoming stale or routine. It calls us back to the cross every single week.
God Is Moving Today
When we witness people giving their lives to Christ, being baptized, or joining the church family, it’s spectacular. God is moving in powerful ways at Lakeview Christian Church of Portage Lakes.
But the reality is this: they’re not the only ones who need to go all in.
Every believer—whether you’ve followed Jesus for decades or days—needs to continually surrender. We all need to examine our hearts and ask: Am I truly all in? Have I held anything back from Jesus?
Romans 12:1 calls us to this kind of total commitment: “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.”
Unified in the Blood of Christ
There’s something powerful about taking communion together as a church family. We’re not isolated individuals—we’re unified in the blood of Christ.
When we share the bread and cup, we’re declaring:
- We belong to Jesus – “I am His”
- We belong to each other – One body, one family
- We’re committed to the mission – Study, Share, Serve
This unity isn’t based on our perfection. It’s based on Christ’s finished work on the cross. We come to the table as forgiven sinners, made righteous through Jesus’ sacrifice.
Your Invitation to Go All In
Today, you have a choice. You can take communion out of habit, going through the motions without engaging your heart. Or you can use this moment to truly proclaim Jesus as Lord.
As you take the bread, remember His broken body—broken for you. As you drink the cup, remember His shed blood—poured out for the forgiveness of your sins.
And then make the declaration: I am all in.
All in with my time. All in with my resources. All in with my relationships. All in with my future. All in for Jesus.
At Lakeview Christian Church of Portage Lakes, we’re committed to being the change as Jesus has changed us. We study to love and know God. We share to know and love others. We serve as love in action.
This is what it means to go all in.
Will you join us in proclaiming Jesus as King of Kings and Lord of Lords—not just with your words, but with your whole life?
