Maundy Thursday Service
Maundy Thursday
April 1, 2021
Rev. Dr. Don Allard
Jesus' declaration that he is the light of the world brings deliverance from soul-darkness for those who follow him, and the communion meal strengthens believers to be lights in a dark world.
Summary
At the start of Resurrection week the elder welcomes the congregation and reflects on John 8:12 within the Feast of Booths setting, where Jesus declares himself the light of the world. The sermon explains that this light dispels soul-darkness caused by sin — a darkness only Christ can end — so that followers no longer walk in darkness but in the light of life. The shared meal (communion) serves as a reminder that we still live amid the world's darkness and as nourishment to strengthen us to be lights to others, followed by prayer.
Key Points
- Warm welcome and note of congregation/community (misses the Sylvia family) as Resurrection week begins
- Reference to John 8:12: Jesus is the light of the world, said at the Feast of Booths
- 'Light' contrasted with soul-darkness caused by sin; only Christ removes this darkness
- Promise that followers will no longer walk in darkness but have the light of life
- The communion meal reminds believers of the surrounding darkness and strengthens them to be lights
- Call to prayer and to live out the calling to be lights in the world
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