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Antonyms: punish, blame, condemn, hold to

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Bulletin Aid

Rolland R. Reece

... how is this day any different? Let's see, right after church there's lunch, then off to the mall. Susie's recital is at 4:30 and, oh yes, we almost forgot, we have guests coming over this evening. And if you press us, God, we're going to defend our activities for what we are doing this afternoon and evening is "life enhancing." How about that? We learn from the scriptures that this is a day of worship, a day of rest. We may know something about worship, but we're truly suspect when it comes to understanding ...

2. A Blessed Nation

Genesis 12:1-8

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... for all around the world. People: Yet if we are to remain free we must be willing to protect liberty. Leader: And if we are to remain free we must be true to the Lord our God. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, our Almighty Defender and Shield, we lift our voices in praise to You for the many blessings You have so freely given to us. Use our nation in Your mighty kingdom. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, so often as we live our everyday lives, we fail to appreciate the ...

3. A Blessed Nation

John 8:31-41

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... for all around the world. People: Yet if we are to remain free we must be willing to protect liberty. Leader: And if we are to remain free we must be true to the Lord our God. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, our Almighty Defender and Shield, we lift our voices in praise to You for the many blessings You have so freely given to us. Use our nation in Your mighty kingdom. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession Lord, so often as we live our everyday lives, we fail to appreciate the ...

4. PROPER 29

Ezekiel 34:1-31, Matthew 25:31-46, 1 Corinthians 15:12-34

Bulletin Aid

... like a shepherd who loves his sheep. People: We trust in God to keep us under his protective love! Collect Gracious Father, who cares for your children like a faithful shepherd: Be near us in all our life situations; that we may be assured you are defending us against all that would bring us harm. We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer of Confession We want to be led through life in safety, Father, but we allow ourselves to be misguided by all kinds of sinful detours. Forgive us when we let ourselves ...

5. Proper 18 & Pentecost 16

Ezekiel 33:1-20, Psalm 119:1-176, Psalm 95:1-11, Psalm 115:1-18, Exodus 19:1-25, Romans 13:1-7, Romans 13:8-14, Romans 12:9-21, Matthew 18:15-20

Bulletin Aid

... individuals; their assumed guilt has been thrust upon them by some person, or persons, by way of gossip and rumor. No one seems to know who has started the vicious gossip, but friends, acquaintances, and various public officials have begun to step forward and defend them, condemning, at the same time, the efforts of the persons who are making the apparently unfounded charges against the trio. One of the rumors has it that drugs are hidden in new cars when they are delivered, handed over to the attorney, who ...

6. Proper 24

Jeremiah 30:1--31:40, 2 Timothy 3:10--4:8, Luke 18:1-8, Psalm 119:1-176

Bulletin Aid

William E. Keeney

... it is accepted that that is the way you do business with public officials. We know nothing about the widow's opponent. We do not know if he or she was a person of influence or had already bribed the judge. The opponent is never described or appears to defend the actions against the widow. We are to assume that the widow had a just cause. The righteousness of her grievance has no impact on the judge. He is self-centered and calloused. The logic of her case in no way moves him. He may have considered the ...

7. Pentecost Sunday

Acts 2:1-21

Bulletin Aid

H. Burnham Kirkland

... Son, and Holy Spirit. Invocation O eternal God, the Father of Spirits and the lover of souls, who sent your Holy Spirit upon your Church on the day of Pentecost, and promised that he shall abide with it forever: let that same Spirit lead us into all truth, defend us from all sin, enrich us with his gifts, refresh us with his comfort, rule our hearts in all things, and lead us in the way everlasting; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the same Spirit lives and reigns, one God, world without end ...

8. Prayers for the Sundays After Easter

Bulletin Aid

Rolland R. Reece

... . In getting our car he wasted eight precious minutes of our time. And the lady in the doctor's office, did she really think we cared that her son visits her only once or twice a month? Let her go see other relatives if she is lonely. We could have defended a co-worker, the day before yesterday, but with work so scarce we didn't want to place our own job in jeopardy. We can't be too careful. You know us, don't you, Lord? We wish we were more courageous and noble, less irritable and angry, but you ...

9. Prayers for Pentecost

Bulletin Aid

Rolland R. Reece

... of the scriptures and are given opportunities for spiritual growth not offered at any other public gathering. In this room we let down our guard. We leave the strain of the past week ease from our bodies. Here we don't sit rigidly ever ready to defend ourselves, explain our behavior, or promote our accomplishments. In this hallowed hall we unite not only with each other, but with all those who have gone to eternity, and who now form around us so great a cloud of witnesses. Further, while we gather here ...

10. Epiphany

Matthew 2:1-12, Ephesians 3:1-13, Psalm 72:1-20, Isaiah 60:1-22

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... 72: 1-7, 10-14 Give the king your justice, O God,and your righteousness to a king's son. May he judge your people with righteousness, and your poor with justice. May the mountains yield prosperity for the people, and the hills, in righteousness. May he defend the cause of the poor of the people, give deliverance to the needy, and crush the oppressor. May he live while the sun endures, and as long as the moon, throughout all generations. May he be like rain that falls on the mown grass, like showers that ...

11. Proper 7

Luke 8:26-39, Galatians 3:15-25, Galatians 3:26--4:7, Psalm 43:1-5, Psalm 42:1-11, 1 Kings 19:1-8

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B. David Hostetter

... my body, my adversaries taunt me, while they say to me continually, "Where is your God?" Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my help and my God. Vindicate me, O God, and defend my cause against an ungodly people; from those who are deceitful and unjust deliver me! For you are the God in whom I take refuge; why have you cast me off? Why must I walk about mournfully because of the oppression of the enemy? O send out your light and ...

12. Christmas 2

John 1:1-18, Psalm 147:1-20

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... night. She brought them over the Red Sea, and led them through deep waters; but she drowned their enemies, and cast them up from the depth of the sea. Therefore the righteous plundered the ungodly; they sang hymns, O Lord, to your holy name, and praised with one accord your defending hand; for wisdom opened the mouths of those who were mute, and made the tongues of infants speak clearly.

13. God's People Are Rescued From Harm

Esther 8:1-17, Esther 7:1-10

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... us from those who would try to keep us from sharing the Good News of Christ throughout the world. Be with us, O Lord. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, so often we have placed our faith and our security in our own ability to defend ourselves through the devices made with our own hands. Too often, Lord, we place more stock in our ability to negotiate peace than in Your divine ability to establish it in our hearts or in the world. Forgive us, Lord, and use us in Your special and wonderful ...

14. Christmas 2

John 1:1-18, Ephesians 1:1-14, Psalm 147:1-20, Jeremiah 30:1--31:40

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

15. Encouraged in Faithfulness

Hebrews 12:1-13

Bulletin Aid

Carl Hoefler

... with perseverance the race you have set before us. We pray in Jesus' name. Amen. Prayer of Confession We are your church, O God, but we are still affected by our human characteristics and frailties. Forgive us for taking our eyes off Jesus, who defends us against all that would weaken our faith. Strengthen us with determination to live the Christian life with sincerity. We pray through Christ our Redeemer. Amen. Hymns "O For a Faith that Will Not Shrink” “Faith of Our Fathers” “He Who Would Valiant ...

16. Strengthened for Faithfulness

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Bulletin Aid

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 for all Christians, that our Lord's church may remain true ...

17. Be Alert Against Sin

Colossians 2:6-23

Bulletin Aid

Carl Hoefler

... of Confession Our Father, we are sinners saved by your grace. We want to remain in your salvation, but sin is always at our doorstep, trying to reclaim us. Forgive us for our careless attitude toward temptation which lures us back into the grip of sin. Defend us with the power of Christ, that we may be stronger against the evil forces of sin. In our Savior's name we pray. Amen. Hymns “Christian, Dost Thou See Them?” “Go to Dark Gethsemane” “I Want a Principle Within” “In the Hour of Trial ...

18. Seek Ye First the Lord

Isaiah 55:1-13

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

Call to Worship Leader: Let all who seek the will of the Lord enter God's house for worship! People: Only in serving the Lord will we find true meaning and joy in life. Leader: The Lord alone is our sustainer and defender no matter what may come. People: Then let us seek the will of the Lord in every path of our lives. Leader: Let joyous praise and song abound as we worship the Lord our God! All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect Almighty and merciful God, in Your ...

19. Iniquities of the Unfaithful

Jeremiah 2:1-3:5

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... ! Collect Almighty God, in Your mercy and grace You have not forsaken us even when we do not fight for the justice and righteousness for which You called us. We thank You, O Lord. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession Lord, so often we have not defended the poor or fed the hungry, instead we have focused on making our lives more comfortable. Lord, we have even allowed ourselves to think that if we are doing well the world is "just fine." Forgive us, Lord, and call us again to do battle against the ...

20. Proper 10

Romans 8:9-17

Bulletin Aid

... human nature, we end in death; but if we live by God's Spirit, we are raised from death to life. People: May God's Spirit enable us to put to death our sinful ways; that we may live with him. Collect Eternal God, you have given your Spirit to defend us against the power of sin. Give us the desire to live by your Spirit; that we may resist the influence of our human nature, and live as your children. In our Savior's name we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession We struggle everyday, Lord, with our human nature ...

21. Our Convictions Should Honor God

Romans 14:1--15:13

Bulletin Aid

... honor to your great name. We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer of Confession We belong to one church, Father; but we interpret discipleship in different ways, resulting in a variety of convictions. We hurt, rather than help one another as we defend our differences. Forgive us for the fractures we cause, when we ought to bring healing and wholeness to your church. Help us to bind ourselves together in Christian love supporting each other in faith and practice. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen. Hymns ...

22. Epiphany 7

Isaiah 49:8-26, 1 Corinthians 3:1-23, Matthew 5:27-30, Matthew 5:31-32, Matthew 5:33-37

Bulletin Aid

... But we know Christ is the real source of our being. Praise his name! Collect Gracious Father, whose Son is the only foundation on which the church is built: Use the labors of consecrated Christians to lead us to Christ; that trusting him, we may be defended against the threats which human nature brings into the church. In Christ's name we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession Persons can be very persuasive, Father; and we respond on the basis of their interpretation of the gospel. But this causes us to take our ...

23. Monday in Holy Week

Isaiah 42:1-9, Hebrews 9:11-28, John 12:1-11

Bulletin Aid

... your Son's sacrificial death on our behalf: Receive us as children of your new covenant; that we may enjoy the blessings you have promised through Jesus your Son, in whose name we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession We are so helpless, Father, when we try to defend ourselves against sin. There is no sacrifice we can make that will atone for our sins. But we come confessing that we are sinners, and we ask you to forgive us. Forgive us for Christ's sake, who offered himself as the one perfect sacrifice for our ...

24. The Day of Pentecost

Isaiah 44:1-5, Acts 2:1-13, Acts 2:14-41, John 20:19-23

Bulletin Aid

... ! People: Glory be to God our Father, who has shared his Son to be our Savior and his Spirit to be our Companion! Collect Eternal God, who alone possesses the power of our Creator, the love of our Redeemer, and the wisdom of our final Judge: Defend us against all temptation to yield to the influence of any feeling that would hinder our devotion to you; that we may sincerely give true worship and service in your honor. We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer of Confession Heavenly Father, we are the ...

25. The Christian Life A Cord of Three Strands

Ecclesiastes 4:1-12

Bulletin Aid

... their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! Women: If two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Men: One may be overpowered; two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. All: United in Christ we can conquer all enemies, endure adversity and triumph over sin. Individually we come to Christ; together we remain in his steadfast love. Bind us into one body, Lord.

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Antonyms: punish, blame, condemn, hold to

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1. Prayers for Epiphany

Bulletin Aid

Rolland R. Reece

2. A Blessed Nation

Genesis 12:1-8

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

3. A Blessed Nation

John 8:31-41

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... for all around the world. People: Yet if we are to remain free we must be willing to protect liberty. Leader: And if we are to remain free we must be true to the Lord our God. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, our Almighty Defender and Shield, we lift our voices in praise to You for the many blessings You have so freely given to us. Use our nation in Your mighty kingdom. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession Lord, so often as we live our everyday lives, we fail to appreciate the ...

4. PROPER 29

Ezekiel 34:1-31, Matthew 25:31-46, 1 Corinthians 15:12-34

Bulletin Aid

5. Proper 18 & Pentecost 16

Ezekiel 33:1-20, Psalm 119:1-176, Psalm 95:1-11, Psalm 115:1-18, Exodus 19:1-25, Romans 13:1-7, Romans 13:8-14, Romans 12:9-21, Matthew 18:15-20

Bulletin Aid

6. Proper 24

Jeremiah 30:1--31:40, 2 Timothy 3:10--4:8, Luke 18:1-8, Psalm 119:1-176

Bulletin Aid

William E. Keeney

7. Pentecost Sunday

Acts 2:1-21