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Job 19:23-27a, Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21, Haggai 1:15b–2:9, Luke 20:27-40, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17

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Julia Ross Strope

Call To Worship Leader: I’m glad we’re here. In our hemisphere, winter is settling in and we know that there is only a double-digit count until Christmas Day. People: It’s true — the days come and go; the years pass quickly. Holidays take flight almost before the sun goes down. Leader: All the while, we say our prayers and sing our songs; we hope for better tomorrows and restful nights. People: Th...

2. Proper 27

Psalm 98:1-9; 145:1-5, 17-21, Haggai 1:15b-2:9, Luke 20:27-40, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 98 [OR] Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21 First Lesson—The prophet promised that the glories of the rebuilt temple will outshine the glories of the temple now in ruins. Haggai 1:15b-2:9 Second Lesson—The very antithesis of the Christ will come, warns the apostle Paul, before our Lord Jesus Christ returns. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17 Gospel—Jesus answers the Sadducees’ question about the...

3. Courage And Hope

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

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H. Burnham Kirkland

Call To Worship Leader: I will proclaim your greatness, O God; I will thank you forever and ever. People: Every day I will thank you. Leader: What you have done will be praised from one generation to the next. People: They will proclaim your mighty acts. Leader: They will speak of your glory and majesty, People: and I will meditate on your wonderful deeds. Collect Lord God Almighty, we come toget...

4. Standing Firm in Our Faith

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

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James Wilson

Call to Worship Leader: Come, let all who love Christ gather this day for worship and praise! People: In Christ is our redemption, and we can worship no other god or power. Leader: Let our very lives proclaim the glory of the Lord for all to see. People: We must remain true to our faith in the midst of good times or bad. Leader: The world will know we serve Christ by the joy and love in our souls....

5. Strengthened for Faithfulness

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

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Carl Hoefler

Call to Worship Pastor: The Christian life demands our best, and more. That is why Christ strengthens us to be faithful in our discipleship. People: We need his help in order to be defended against all that weakens our faithfulness. Pastor: We can be sure our Lord will give us the endurance we need to stand firm in the faith. People: We pray for that kind of strength, not only for ourselves, but f...

6. Christian Self-Discipline

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

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James Wilson

Call to Worship Leader: Let our hearts be filled with joy, for we are redeemed Children of God! People: Our sins have been washed away, yet sin still remains in our hearts. Leader: In Christ we seek to develop control over the lusts that enter our lives. People: We must focus on what is necessary, not on the offerings of the world. Leader: And when we do, the Lord will bless us with contentment, p...

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