89: The Significance of Eating Together (Seth Stewart)

Food and “the table” show up throughout Scripture in significant ways. And yet, it’s easily overlooked. How does “theology of meals and eating together” shape Christian fellowship and ministry to youth?  Could you explain what you mean by “theology of meals and eating together”?  When I hear this, I immediately think about the Lord’s Supper. That’s a major component of it, but could you walk us through other places where this theological motif shows up in the Old and New Testaments?  What’s the theological and pastoral significance of food and table for Christians?  What are some ways you can see this shaping the practice hospitality in youth ministry?  Seth Stewart is the Community Groups Director at Frontline Church in Oklahoma City. He’s also a cohost of the Spoken Gospel podcast and is a longtime friend of YPT.  Recommended Resources Gospel Culture Blog series & Podcast episode Side by Side: Walking with Other in Wisdom and Love, by Ed Welch A Meal with Jesus: Discovering Grace, Community, and Mission around the Table, by Tim Chester Follow Seth on Instagram Join YPT's Facebook group: @youththeologian (make sure you answer the membership questions) Follow YPT on Twitter: @youththeologian Follow YPT on Instagram: @youththeologian Subscribe to YPT's website to receive our newest articles and updates sent directly to your inbox. We won't spam you, but you will receive a link to download our ebook for free... Youth Ministry is Theological Ministry is a collection of articles from the blog archives to help new YPT readers catch the vision for theological renewal in youth ministry.