6 September 2026 - The Bread & Beauty of His Presence - Leviticus 24:5-9

Sunday Service Livestream | The Bread & Beauty of His Presence | Leviticus 24:5–9 *What if one of the most overlooked pictures in the Old Testament reveals something beautiful about how much God desires fellowship with His people?* Inside the Tabernacle, twelve loaves of bread were continually placed before the Lord. They were called the **bread of the Presence**—a visible reminder that God had brought His people near and desired them to live in fellowship with Him. But that bread was pointing forward to something even greater. *Jesus Christ has opened the way for sinful people to come into the presence of God.* Join us this *Lord’s Supper Sunday* at Derry Baptist Fellowship as we open Leviticus 24:5–9 and Hebrews 10:19–22 and discover the beautiful invitation at the heart of the Gospel: *God has made a way for us to draw near.* This Week’s Message *1️⃣ THE TABLE — God Wants Fellowship | Leviticus 24:5–6* The twelve loaves stood before God continually, representing His covenant people in His presence. From the beginning, God’s purpose was never merely religious ritual. He created and redeemed a people to *know Him, walk with Him, and enjoy fellowship with Him.* *2️⃣ THE BREAD — God Remains Present | Leviticus 24:7–9* Week after week, fresh bread was placed before the Lord. The bread was a continual reminder: *God had not forgotten His people. His presence remained among them.* Our circumstances change. Our feelings change. We sometimes wander. But God remains faithful. *3️⃣ THE WAY — Christ Opens the Way | Hebrews 10:19–22* The Tabernacle also taught an uncomfortable truth: sinful people could not simply walk into the holy presence of God. There was a barrier. But Jesus changed everything. Through His body broken and His blood shed for us, Christ opened *“a new and living way”* into the presence of God. That is what we remember at the Lord’s Table. The bread points us to His body. The cup points us to His blood. And together they proclaim that *Jesus has made a way for sinners to come home to God.* What Can We Learn? • *God wants more than your religion — He wants fellowship with you.* • *God's presence is not something we earn — it is a gift of His grace.* • *Jesus Christ is the only way sinful people can draw near to a holy God.* The great privilege of Christianity is not simply that God gives us things. *God gives us Himself.* And because of Jesus, we do not have to remain far away. *“Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith…” — Hebrews 10:22* Whether you have followed Christ for years, haven't been to church in a long time, or are simply exploring Christianity, *you are very welcome to join us.* A Christ-Centred Church in Derry City *Derry Baptist Fellowship* is a friendly Christian fellowship for people from all backgrounds, helping people discover real hope in Jesus Christ. 📍 *Sunday — 11:15AM* Verbal Arts Centre, Bishop Street Within Derry, BT48 6PU 📍 *Tuesday — 7:00PM* 11 Grove Place Derry, BT48 6JT 🌐 Website: derryfellowship.com 📧 Email: info@derryfellowship.com If this ministry has helped you and you would like to support the work: derryfellowship.com/donations/ *Subscribe and join us each week for Bible teaching and our Sunday livestream.* #LordsSupper #Communion #JesusChrist #BibleTeaching #DerryBaptist #DerryCity #NorthernIreland