Just and Sinner Podcast The Lutheran Doctrine of the Lord's Supper in Scripture
Aug 12, 2014
Explore the Lutheran perspective on the Lord's Supper, focusing on the phrase 'This is my body.' Delve into the Greek meaning of 'estin,' advocating for a literal interpretation. Discover the distinctions in Gospel accounts, particularly Luke's remembrance phrase. Analyze Paul's teachings in 1 Corinthians and address common objections from Reformed perspectives. A unique examination of figurative language reveals critical differences in meaning, particularly around the concept of representation versus literal presence.
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Literal Sense Of "This Is My Body"
- Justin Center argues the Greek estin in "This is my body" should be read literally as "is," not "represents."
- He says the plain, common meaning and context favor a literal real-presence reading of the words of institution.
Consistency Across Gospel Accounts
- Justin Center emphasizes all synoptic accounts repeatedly report "this is my body" and "this is my blood."
- He argues remembrance appears only in Luke, so remembrance cannot be the supper's primary meaning.
Paul's Argument In 1 Corinthians Matters
- Justin Center says 1 Corinthians supports real presence and convinced him before other proofs.
- He promises to analyze Paul's arguments next to reinforce the literal reading of the supper.
