Sermon and Worship Resources

READINGS
Psalter - Psalms 105:1-6, 16-22, 45b
First Lesson - Joseph's dreams are dangerous to his health. Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28
Second Lesson - Heartfelt faith in Christ confessed openly is the means of our salvation. Romans 10:5-15
Gospel - Jesus comes to his disciples in an unexpected way. Matthew 14:22-33

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Remember the many acts of God's faithful love.
People: We believe the promises of the eternal One and sing praises to God.

INVOCATION
Gracious God, we come to worship you, confessing our faith before others and confirming it in acts of affirmation. Hear our prayers and our praise through our risen Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen

PRAYER OF CONFESSION
God of all worlds, God of all w…

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