First Lesson: 1 Samuel 16:1-13
Theme: David is anointed King
Call to Worship
Pastor: When God chooses people to serve him, he looks not at our outward appearance, but in our heart.
People: Hearts that are responsive to God are more important than the physical appearance of greatness.
Pastor: David was responsive to God in his heart. And God chose him to be king of Israel.
People: May our hearts be in tune with our Lord, that he may use us in his service.
Collect
Almighty God, who looks on the heart of those you call to serve you: Make our hearts responsive to your needs, that we may serve you faithfully in the work you would have us do. We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer of Confession
We have not considered ourselves to be your anointed servants, Father; and so we have not b…