Dr. John Mark Hicks

This evening about 200 of us gathered in the "multi-purpose" room at the McKnight Road Church of Christ for a wonderful meal and lesson from Dr. John Mark Hicks, who is a theologian and professor at Lipscomb University. Dr. Hicks led us through passages of scripture surrounding the Jewish celebration of passover and focused on the symbolism of the last supper. We partook of communion as part of the meal in small groups at each of our tables. The emphasis was on fellowship and celebration of what God has done in his kingdom. It was a very moving evening and one like we have never experienced. Some of our members were a bit troubled by partaking of communion on a Thursday. The thought was that we have "never" done that before. Yet, when we look at scripture, we find the early church was breaking bread "daily" (Acts 2:46). 1 Cor. 11:26 simply says:

For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.

The emphasis tonight was talking about what Jesus means to each of us. Our table shared stories of how parents came to Christ, what "family" means being a member of the McKnight Road church, and how God was answering prayers in our lives today. It was a truly uplifting event.

The lesson continues tomorrow evening, Friday April 14, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. at the McKnight Road Church of Christ. We invite any who wishes to hear about the good news of the kingdom to come and learn as Dr. Hicks continues sharing his journey of faith. It is well worth the committment of time and resources. For more information call 314-962-7026 or see www.mcknightroad.org