CALL TO WORSHIP
Be glad and sing for joy, because God judges the peoples with justice and guides every nation on earth. May all people everywhere honor the judge unimpeachable.

PRAYER OF CONFESSION
God of law and love, your Son came preaching that the law was made for us and not that we were made for the law. Forgive us. We have made commandments for others to follow where you have not made any. Excuse any zeal that commands what he taught rather than teaching what he commands. Recall us from any thoughtless talk and speculation, without the guidance of the Holy Spirit, that disturbs the faith and peace of mind of others. Prevent us from adding unnecessary burdens to ourselves and others when Jesus calls us to bear an easy yoke and carry a light burden, for his sake. Amen.

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