A: The Examination Service Call To Worship O praise the Lord, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people. For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the Lord endureth for ever. Praise ye the Lord. (Psalm 117 KJV) Unison Prayer Lord God, this day we are gathered to share fellowship, service, and suffering. Let us be true to you, kneeling as Jesus knelt, girding ourselves with a towel, washing each other's feet, and coming to your table. We thank you for this invitation, and pray that we ...
Liturgical Color: Green Theme: Jesus' preaching commands/demands change - Repentance Call to Worship One pastor did this: Begin with a contemporary call to repentance, using the method of the Old Testament prophets. You may want to read, The Prophets on Main Street, by J. Elliott Corbett, published by John Knox Press, Richmond, Virginia. You may want to conclude with the words ascribed to Jesus by Mark in chapter 1 , verse 15. Then, continue with the following, or a similar, litany: Pastor: We have heard ...
Matthew 13:1-23, Psalm 119:1-176, Genesis 25:19-34, Romans 8:1-17
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B. David Hostetter
READINGS Psalter - Psalms 119:105-112 First Lesson - The struggle of twins, Jacob and Esau, which began in the womb of Rebekah, is consumated in the overturning of the birthright in a moment of weakness. Genesis 25:19-34 Second Lesson - Beyond our freedom from sin and guilt, says Paul, is the empowerment to live in peace with God. Romans 8:1-11 Gospel - When Jesus begins teaching with parables, he gives the disciples an example of how to interpret them. Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The ...
Deuteronomy 34:1-12, Psalm 90:1-17, Matthew 22:34-46, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16
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B. David Hostetter
READINGS Psalter - Psalms 90:1-6, 13-17 First Lesson - With the death of Moses, Joshua succeeds to his the leadership of the people of Israel. Deuteronomy 34:1-12 Second Lesson - Paul expresses a motherly affection for the church at Thessalonica. 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 Gospel - Jesus asks questions, as well as answering them, in a debate with the Pharisees. Matthew 22:34-46 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Revere our Sovereign God ...