Episode Tables in the Story of God | Week 2
The Bible is filled with feasts and tables set for God’s people. Discover the significance of these meals and gatherings and why they still matter today.
Chapter 6
Ever wonder why food and feasts are found all throughout the New and Old Testaments? If you’re curious why God seems to delight in setting tables for His people, you’re invited to join the Discover the Word group as Elisa Morgan leads Bill Crowder, Daniel Ryan Day, and Rasool Berry in an insightful conversation about some of the Tables in the Story of God. Join them to discover the table God has invited all of us to join Him at.
Chapter 7
If you’re curious why food and banquets are mentioned throughout the Bible, you’ve got a reserved seat at the table with the Discover the Word group as they discuss the Tables in the Story of God. Join them to discover the profound meaning of Jesus’ last supper with His disciples and ponder how that important meal before Jesus’ sacrificial death and resurrection still impacts us today. One of the most important Tables in the Story of God is the subject of this Discover the Word conversation.
Chapter 8
Even if you’re not much of a foodie, you might be wondering the meaning behind many of the meals and feasts and banquets and parties mentioned in the Bible. Pull up your chair and join the Discover the Word group as they continue discussing Tables in the Story of God. Explore the meals Jesus had with His disciples after His resurrection. And discover how Jesus is in so many ways our true source of nourishment.
Chapter 9
Why are banquets, feasts, and festivals found throughout the Bible? Grab your seat at the table to join the Discover the Word group as they continue to discuss Tables in the Story of God. In this conversation, they explore the many meals the early church enjoyed together. Discover how the fellowship they enjoyed amid the different challenges they faced can be an example for us.
Chapter 10
From beginning to end, from Creation to Re-Creation, from Genesis to Revelation—food and tables and meals are a common ingredient in the stories of the Bible. This week, the Discover the Word group has been continuing to ponder some of the Tables in the Story of God. Be part of that group as they wrap up their insightful conversation. Discover the meaning behind a huge wedding feast mentioned in Revelation and ponder what that banquet means for us today.
About This Episode
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God delights in setting a table for His people. From the last supper Jesus shared with His disciples before His sacrificial death to the meals He shared with His disciples after His glorious resurrection, there are various lovely moments of fellowship between Jesus and His followers recorded for us in Scripture. The early church also knew the importance of breaking bread together. As we consider the meals mentioned in the Old and New Testaments and the greatest wedding banquet that’s still to come mentioned in Revelation, may we rejoice in knowing that God lovingly provides for our every need.
Reflect
- What do Matthew 9:9–13, Luke 19:1–10, and Luke 7:34 teach us about who is invited to the Lord’s table?
- Why does Jesus’ last supper with His disciples recorded in Matthew 26:17–30, Mark 14:12–26, Luke 22:7–23, and John 13–17 still matter to us today?
- Why did Jesus break bread with His disciples even after His resurrection as mentioned in Luke 24:30–32 and John 21:1–14?
- In Acts 2:42–27 we read about the early church sharing meals together. Why would that have been so important to them?
- Isaiah 61:10–62:5 and Revelation 19:6–9 point to the church being the bride of Christ and look ahead to Jesus’ bridal banquet. How do these Bible verses help you understand how precious you are to God?
Respond
(Use this prayer to start a conversation with God)
“Dear God, thank You for your love and faithfulness. Thank you for providing for my every need. Help me to trust You even more with every day that passes. Help me to live for You especially as the day of Your great bridal banquet approaches.”
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