Q174
What is required of them that receive the sacrament of the Lord's supper in the time of the administration of it?
It is required of them that receive the sacrament of the Lord's supper, that, during the time of the administration of it, with all holy reverence and attention they wait upon God in that ordinance,1112 diligently observe the sacramental elements and actions,1113 heedfully discern the Lord's body,1114 and affectionately meditate on his death and sufferings,1115 and thereby stir up themselves to a vigorous exercise of their graces;1116 in judging themselves,1117 and sorrowing for sin;1118 in earnest hungering and thirsting after Christ,1119 feeding on him by faith,1120 receiving of his fullness,1121 trusting in his merits,1122 rejoicing in his love,1123 giving thanks for his grace;1124 in renewing of their covenant with God,1125 and love to all the saints.1126
Scripture Proofs
1112
Leviticus 10:3Hebrews 12:28Psalm 5:71 Corinthians 11:171 Corinthians 11:26-27
1113
Exodus 24:8Matthew 26:28
1114
1 Corinthians 11:29
1115
Luke 22:19
1116
1 Corinthians 11:261 Corinthians 10:3-51 Corinthians 10:111 Corinthians 10:14
1117
1 Corinthians 11:31
1118
Zechariah 12:10
1119
Revelation 22:17
1120
John 6:35
1121
John 1:16
1122
Philippians 1:16
1123
Psalm 58:4-52 Chronicles 30:21
1124
Psalm 22:26
1125
Jeremiah 50:5Psalm 50:5
1126
Acts 2:42