What does the Assemblies of God teach regarding the Lord's Supper?

The Assemblies of God teaches that the Lord's Supper, also known as Communion, serves two primary purposes: it acts as a memorial of Christ’s death and functions as a means of grace for believers. This understanding is rooted in the belief that during the observance of Communion, participants remember the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross, as He instructed His followers to do in the Gospels.

Additionally, the notion of the Lord's Supper as a means of grace suggests that it is not merely a symbolic act but a spiritually significant ordinance that can enhance the believer's relationship with God. This reinforces the idea that through partaking in Communion, believers can experience a deeper connection with Christ, receiving spiritual nourishment and renewal.

In this context, focusing solely on Communion being a teaching tool, a sign of Jesus' return, or suggesting it is unnecessary for believers does not encompass the fullness of its purpose as understood within Assemblies of God doctrine. This balance of remembrance and grace highlights the integral role that the Lord's Supper holds within the faith community.