A holy meal: the Lord's Supper in the life of the church
Grand Rapids, Mich
Baker Academic
Includes bibliographical references and index
Gordon T. Smith
Eating and the reign of God -- The sacramental principle -- Remembrance : the Lord's Supper as a memorial -- Communion : the Lord's Supper as fellowship with Christ and with one another -- Forgiveness : the Lord's Supper as a table of mercy -- Covenant : the Lord's Supper as a renewal of baptismal vows -- Nourishment : the Lord's Supper as bread from heaven -- Anticipation : the Lord's Supper as a declaration of hope -- Eucharist : the Lord's Supper as a joyous thanksgiving celebration -- The presence of Christ and the ministry of the Spirit