Ask Ligonier Why Is the Lord's Supper Important?
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Feb 5, 2026 
W. Robert Godfrey, Reformed theologian and teacher, explains why the Lord's Supper matters. He traces its institution by Christ and frames it as a ceremony of mutual loyalty. He discusses how sacraments confirm gospel promises, make those promises personal, and truly connect believers to Christ through physical means.
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Institution Signals Lasting Importance
- W. Robert Godfrey emphasizes that Jesus intentionally instituted the Lord's Supper during his betrayal, signaling its lasting importance for believers.
- The sacrament functions to confirm God's promises and to bind believers to Christ's life and sacrifice.
Feast Of Mutual Loyalty
- Godfrey explains the Lord's Supper is a ceremony of mutual loyalty: our commitment to Jesus and his commitment to us.
- The Reformed view sees sacraments as confirming the gospel promise that salvation comes through Christ's body and blood.
Receive The Sacrament In Faith
- Receive the promises of the sacraments in faith so they become a saving blessing for you.
- Use the Lord's Supper to affirm personally that Christ's promise applies to you, not just to others.