Sermon and Worship Resources

READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 1
First Lesson—Spiritual survival and growth depend on our trust in God. Jeremiah 17:5-10
Second Lesson—Paul argues that denial of the resurrection of the dead undermines the whole gospel. 1 Corinthians 15:12-20
Gospel—Luke gives us his version of the Beatitudes and Woes pronounced by Jesus. Luke 6:17-26

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader:The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People:And also with you.
Leader:Come and put your confidence in God.
People:We will put our confidence in God and will not be disappointed.

INVOCATION
Trustworthy God, recall us from any bitterness and frustration in our experience with people who are not trustworthy. In our worship remind us of your promises that are positive and healing through the Spirit of Jesus Christ. Amen.

PRAYER OF…

Abingdon Press, Prayers for the Seasons of Gods People: Worship Aids for the Revised Common Lectionary, Year C, by B. David Hostetter