Q1. Worship

[Pastor Ralph]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

[JanMary]

On 8/28/2019 at 11:03 AM, Pastor Ralph said:

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

1. The first day of the week or Sunday is when Jesus rose from the dead. 

2.  Sunday became known as the Lord's Day because it was Resurrection Sunday.

3. They gathered to share a meal and to celebrate Holy Communion.

4. Holy Communion is for us to remember the crucifixion, where Jesus' Body and Blood were sacrificed for our salvation, forgiveness of sins, and eternal life in Heaven with our Triune God (Paul said "Does it not mean that drinking the wine we participate in and share a fellowship (a communion) in the blood of Christ the Messiah? and likewise the breaking of the bread, does it not mean that in eating it we participate in and share a fellowship (a Communion) in the body of Christ?"

[Nandita]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)? 

While the traditional Sabbath was on Saturday, Christians made Sunday their day of worship because that's the day upon which Jesus rose. That's why it's called The Lord's Day. While all days belong to Jesus, this was the day upon which he truly revealed himself to us. It was the day humanity first fully understood who he was and what his message meant. 

 

'Breaking bread' was and is a shared meal that honoured the Last Supper. It's important to believers because it brings us together, the way Jesus brought his disciples together, and reminds us of what happened at and after that meal. The sacrifice of Jesus is frequently mentioned only in passing. The details are rarely spoken about. But those details are extremely significant. Jesus's last instructions to the disciples, the punishment he received on our behalf, and his last words on the cross teach us so much. We need the reminder and the time to remember. And the communion of worshippers achieves its fullest potential when we allow ourselves to be overwhelmed by the magnificence of God's love and the magnitude of Jesus' sacrifice.

[Godswriter]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

Traditionally the Hebrews worshipped on the Sabbath which is Saturday however when Christ rose from the dead it was on the first day of the week which was on Sunday. That's why it's called the Lord's day because He rose from the dead on it. Breaking bread is a means of remembering Christ's death until He comes again. It is important to us since He revealed Himself to us. 

[RD35]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

In the early days, congregations would often meet on the first day of the week, Sunday, in honor of the resurrection (1 Corinthians 16:1-2).  They met for worship, fellowship, communion and to collect offering. Often they met in the evening, because slaves, who make up a significant portion of the church members, can't get off work until evening.

Historically, among Gentile Christians, Sunday, "the Lord's Day," the first day of the week (Revelation 1:10), becomes the primary day of worship as the gospel moves out of a Jewish setting into a Greek one.

Breaking of bread refers to celebrating the Lord's Supper together.

In breaking bread we remember the death, resurrection and glorious return of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.  We remember the tremendous price our savior paid of our salvation.  Jesus himself commanded us to do this in remembrance of Him.  The Lord's supper is a remembrance of what Christ did for us and a celebration of what we receive as a result of His sacrifice.

 

[Travis81]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"?

 

As D. Ralph as stated, I too wish not to debate about the appropriate day set aside to worship and/or the day some Christians choose to set aside for worship.

Even so I’d like to note there are more than 500 Sabbath keeping Churches of all different denominations.

 

Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)?

There are SO many biblical reference to the “Lord’s Day” in the Old Testament and the New. Even so, as it relates to Revelations 1:10 the Futurist believe this verse to mean: “ I was carried in the Spirit unto the day of the Lord – meaning the Spirit carried John into the future so he could observe the actual “day of the Lord,” i.e. the Second Coming and it’s precipitating events at the end of the age.

I believe Revelation 1:10 not so much to endorse a day of worship but more so that John recording what occurred as it happened on "the Lord's day".

I mean not disrespect, I don’t believe his recorded testimony in Revelation 1:10 endorsed the 7^th Day nor the 1^st Day to set aside for worship.

 

What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)?

Acts 2:42 They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.

Acts 2:46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts,

Acts 20:7 On the first day of the week we came together to break bread. Paul spoke to the people and, because he intended to leave the next day, kept on talking until midnight.

Acts 20:11 Then he went upstairs again and broke bread and ate. After talking until daylight, he left.

Acts 27:35  After he said this, he took some bread and gave thanks to God in front of them all. Then he broke it and began to eat.

The “breaking of bread” [Mark 6:41, Matthew 14:9, Luke 9:16; Mark 8:6 Matthew 15:36; Luke 24:30,35] refers an action performed at the commencement of a meal, and then, by extension, to the meal itself. The act of breaking the bread was performed by the head of a household or by the host presiding at the meal. The head/host pronounced a blessing over the bread that was to be eaten, followed by the breaking of the loaf in two, preparatory to its distribution around the table. This a custom, corresponding to saying grace before meals by most people in the Western Hemisphere, but having more sentiment then a formality and/or a practice prior to eating a meal.  The “breaking of bread” convey union, fellowship,  reverence/honor and thankfulness unto God. In accordance with the Scriptures reference, (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46), the “breaking of bread” be it daily and/or at a set occasion is with solemnity and perhaps ceremonially.

 

As with “1 Corinthians 10:16 Is not the cup of thanksgiving for which we give thanks a participation in the blood of Christ? And is not the bread that we break a participation in the body of Christ?” this is in reference to the Last/Lords Supper

 

 

Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

 

As the Believer takes pare in the Lord’s Supper he/she do so in remembrance of Christ!

In Remembrance of His LOVE for us through His perfect Sacrifice; His Love for us through His resurrection; His Love for us through His Life – In remembrance of His death, burial and resurrection and to look for His glorious return.

[Queen Mc Daniel]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"?

It’s a threefold reason:  they were to set aside whatever offering to give, “breaking bread, (the Lord Supper) but the primary reason was to commemorate the resurrection of the Lord.

Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)?”

It’s a term used by the early Christian, the first day of the week, “the day of the Lord’s resurrection.”

What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)?

It meant they was observing the Lord’s Supper and having fellowship with other believers

Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

It’s important for the believer because: It's the only reason we are able to come before the thorn of God. Christ 's death, burner and resurrection.  His body was broken and given for us. He suffered and died , on our behalf, in our stead and in our place. He bore the judgment of God against sin by dying for us. He paid the price we could not pay

[haar]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2)

Q. Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Q. Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)?

A. It is day that marks Christ’s resurrection.  This day replaced Saturday originally set aside for rest and worship.

Q. What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)?

A. Partake in the Holy Communion.

Q. Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

A. In line with the Lord’s instruction that it should be done in remembrance of His death for the forgiveness of sin of humanity- of those who believe in Him.

[jesus]

(Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2)  The Christians worshipped on the first day of the week ,Sunday, in honor of the resurrection  and to break bread to celebrate the Lord's sipper together.

The first  day of the week,Sunday is called the Lord's day in honor of his resurrection. (Revelation 1:10).

Breaking bread means remembering the precious sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross and partaking in communion by receiving his body and blood  and honoring His command .." Do this in remembrance of me".(Luke 22:19)

It is very important to us believers because Christ instituted it and commanded us to remember Him by receiving His body and blood in communion. Secondly it is the spiritual bread we feed upon for our spiritual nourishment as we know through the words of  Jesus that man does not love by bread alone but  by every word that proceeds from his mouth. when we break bread we also come in close intimacy with Jesus and we abide in Him as He is the vine and we are the branches. We receive nourishment from Jesus and stay connected to the Vine as we receive communion.

[hanks]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) 
Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? 
Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? 
What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? 
Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)? 
Our Lord Jesus’ resurrection, His two appearances to His disciples, and the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, all occurred on a Sunday. And was now called the “first day of the week” and “the Lord’s Day” – the emphasis having shifted from Saturday, the Sabbath, to Sunday. The breaking of bread means partaking in the Lord’s Supper. It reminds us of the death of Christ on the Cross for our sins, and the glorious hope of His return. 
 

[blezed]

Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)?

Christians worship on "first day of the week" in honor of the resurrection.  It is the day that the Lord rose from the dead.

What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

Breaking of bread is celebrating the Lord's supper together. It is important because it reminds us of his death for our sins.

[rosegarden]

On 8/28/2019 at 2:03 PM, Pastor Ralph said:

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

a. Christians worship on the first day of the week  in commemoration of Jesus Resurrection from the dead.

b. It is called the Lord's Day, the first day of the week, as it is set apart for Him. Reminding me that putting Christ first, he takes care of the rest.  Also, a day of rest where we rest in Him and what He has done for us.  He is our Sabbath rest. No more trying to earn salvation.  He did it all when he took our sin, died for us, was buried, and rose again.  We just surrender and receive His wonderful gift of salvation.

c. We break bread remembering that day, His broken body and His shed blood, communion with Him and having fellowship one with another "the body of Christ".

d. It is important to believers, as it is a day when the body gets together in praise and worship and preaching of the Word and in fellowship and the breaking of bread in remembrance of what Jesus has done for us. 

[Lottie]

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

Christians worshipped on the first day of the week in honor of the Resurrection. It is called the Lord's' Day because it was the day Jesus arose from the dead and was seen by Mary Magdalene and others.They are remembering that He suffered, died and rose again. And because of Him all of us can have eternal life and are freed from our sins.

Breaking bread means that they celebrated the Lord's Day together through singing of hymns and having communion. Breaking bread is important because it reminds us of what Jesus did fo us on the cross. That he was crucified for us and that His blood was poured out for us on the cross. It reminds us of how much He loves us and that one day He is coming back again. That He paid a great price for us and that we should be preparing and watching for His return. 

[Preistina11]

Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Because the first day is Sunday or Sabbath the day Jesus rose from the dead.

Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? Because Jesus was resurrected on the Lord’s day.

What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? It is to gather around and to partake in communion and to celebrate Jesus death, burial and His resurrection which is the core of our faith.

Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)? It is important as it is the core of Christian faith. We follow Jesus as we mingle communion with our faith. We take our stand in the resurrected body of Jesus and it is a fundamental spiritual promise of God for us till  end of time.

[lighthouse2014]

On 8/28/2019 at 1:03 PM, Pastor Ralph said:

Q1. (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"? Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)? What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)? Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

Christians worship on the first day of the week because, it was the first day of the week, Sunday, that the Lord rose from the dead. Also, because the gospel moves out of the Jewish setting into a Greek setting. 

it is called "the Lords Day" for he rose on Sunday, the Lords day.

Christians at every meeting broke bread in remembrance of the Lords suffering, death. By doing this they share in his suffering and victory over death.

This breaking of bread is most important to Christians because it helps us to keep fresh in our mind what the Lord has done for us.   

 

[Maggz]

Christians moved from the celebration of the Jewish Sabbath on the Saturday to one on a Sunday, because this was the day of resurrection, and on this day we celebrate the Risen Christ.  

It is "the Lord's Day"  because it was the day on which our Lord rose from the dead

On one level, the new Christians shared meals together, as a form of fellowship.  But on a deeper level, this communal meal represented the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross.  On the night that He was betrayed, he shared  a Passover meal with His disciples.  In Luke, chapter 22, we are told that at this meal he instituted what we have come to call Communion/the Eucharist/ the Mass when He equated the bread which he broke with His own body, broken on the next day, in sacrifice.   The wine, likewise, became a symbol of the blood that He would shed on that first Good Friday, for the remission of the sins of mankind.

[Irmela]

Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 16:2) Why did Christians worship on "the first day of the week"?

They came together then as that was the day the Lord had risen. They celebrated this together and mostly in the evenings because there were many slaves and they were only free to attend in the evening. (Those that attended synagogue went on the Sabbath.) 

Why is it called "the Lord's Day" (Revelation 1:10)?

That was the day Christ had risen from the dead. 

What does it mean that they "break bread" (Acts 20:7, 11; 2:42, 46; 1 Corinthians 10:16)?

They shared this time together and broke bread as Christ had done at the Last Supper. He had said do this in remembrance of Me. By that they remember His broken body which He had freely given for our sakes. 

Why is that important to believers (Luke 22:19)?

It is very important that we do not forget what Christ has done for us. That it doesn't become just a ritual, but that it's real. 

[Krissi]

1. Originally, Christian believed that the first day of every week was the day of the resurrection. The importance of the week, however, derives from Genesis -- and on the 7th day God rested. So, on the first day, Jesus was resurrected? To me, the day of the week does not make a difference. The point is to have regular fellowship with Christians which includes some sort of eucharistic ceremony -- this could be an actual meal or a tiny glass of grape juice and cracker that most churches seem to have now. 

2. The day the Lord or Jesus was resurrected is His day.

3. I saw this on the Internet the other day and thought readers here may be interested: The word "companion"  derives from the Latin, c u m + panis – "a friend with whom one eats bread". So the phrase "breaking bread" has a definite social dimension along with being the physical act of pulling apart bread (with a hard crust or unleavened?) during meals. (I don't read latin so if this is wrong, please forgive me.)

I do wonder if we're missing part of the meaning of the eucharist by not having a real meal with wine and bread along with veges, meat, etc. Perhaps the bread, broken as part of a meal, would come to have a deeper significance to us? Just thinking ...

4. Jews were calendar-driven. Their lives were ordered by historical events in their past which were remembered, annually, as a way of reminding them of what God has done (and is) as well as providing in-group solidarity. The early church, similarly, was calendar-oriented. The various events during the year had to do with the events in the life of Christ -- their lives were ordered by His life. We no longer do this, or to such a degree. Anglicans, Catholics, Episcopalians, Lutherans and other have an event/remembrance every week, though even this practice has fallen aside. Perhaps we're too afraid of ritual? It seems that ritual is repetition and though repetition can be dry and meaningless, it also reinforces an idea or truth.

The idea of Christ's resurrection is central to Christian faith. Without it, there would not be a true Christian faith, but just another religion. So, the weekly ritual of breaking bread seems justified even though, for some, it's mere ritual. We give it meaning when we pay attention, focus on the words and meditate on it's significance.