We ask that You would give us Your shalomYour peacelike weve never known it before. I will sing praise to my God while I have being. Though Joshua, Mosess assistant, told Moses to stop them, Moses questioned Joshuas motives. You may print or download any of the service plans by clicking here. Amen. Sycamore PreschoolYoshimi Kinoshita, director. Even though the people were not faithful, God is always true, and God will accompany the people like a shepherd accompanying their flock, carrying the lambs close to Gods heart and gently leading the mother sheep. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. We have allowed water to become polluted, food to become scarce, housing for the poor to be eliminated. Continuing from last weeks lesson, Jesus is giving the disciples further instructions before they head out in ministry. The borders that God establishes bring blessing to those who choose to honor them. Revised Common Lectionary: Acts 7:55-60; Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16; 1 Peter 2:2-10; John 14:1-14, Narrative Lectionary: Gospel as Salvation, Romans 1:1-17 (Matthew 9:10-13). May you be committed to doing the will of God, living in the perfect providential graciousness of God your Father. Thank you for loving us so much You gave your life for us on the cross so we can have a home in heaven some day. Even before His death on the Cross, Jesus followers have looked for the signs that He would return. Romans 8:1 teaches us, Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Because of Jesus death on our behalf, we will never be condemned for our sins. Each and every week by Tuesday or Wednesday there will be a Worship Service Plan posted, complete with Prayers, Praise Music, Sunday School lesson, Sermons and more so you can prepare to lead your group. Holy God, we confess that we continue to try to put You in a box when You constantly show us Your love cannot be contained. It is no new thing for Gods ark to be in a private house. The people of God do so here; they complain not of evils feared, but of evils felt. Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. We have all done things that are displeasing to God. If you are a broken person before you marry, marriage will only further break down what is already broken. Architect of the universe, Creator of heaven and earth, Just as Jesuss own family at first tried to stop him, so will some of the disciples families and friends. Remind us of the gifts You have given us for Your good work here on earth, to love one another, and to meet our neighbors needs as You have called us to do. There are friends who are getting older and cannot move as much as they would like. Closing PrayerLord Jesus, we came this morning praying that Your mercy would pour out on us and ease our fears and concerns as this virus continues to threaten our land and lives and you have done just that. Our Father, we all struggle with weakness. The whole world changes and is liable to decay. Portions on earth are perishing things, but God is a portion for ever. Faith Comes From Hearing And Hearing By The Word. Finally, we have this precious promise of God from Romans 8:38-39, For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.. P: Lord, we thank you for these gifts! Praise God, who reigns over all. As a shepherd accompanies the sheep, we know God is closest to the most vulnerable among us, but God always gathers us togetherall of usto be in community. We are grateful for the time we have been able to spend with You in praise, worship, and fellowship. . Do your part to build and plant and grow the seeds of righteousness, faithfulness, and love, and know Gods mercy in your life. We must call on The LordBecause of Jesus death on our behalf, all we have to do is believe in Him, trusting His death as the payment for our sins and we will be saved! Jesus called a tax collector to follow him, and the tax collector invited Jesus to his home to eat with him and some other tax collectors and sinners. Jesus was questioned by some of the religious authorities as to why he was eating with them. . Our baptism like birth We believe that sin, death, and hell do not have the final word. 8. Disciple means student. AMEN. Easter 5A - May 7 - United Church of Christ Christ calls us into fold, and we are not alone. Help us to care for this home You have given us and for the basic needs of clean air and water for all Your children. In the name of Jesus Christ, who laid down everything for us that we might have life, we pray. May our sins be cleansed, and we be remade as peacemakers. Sometimes You call us to be the good news for others. If you do not have a home church to attend this coming Sunday please use this Worship Service Plan and enjoy a service of your own. Mindi Welton-Mitchell, Worship Resources for July 2, 2023Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, Worship Resources for June 25, 2023Fourth Sunday after Pentecost, Worship Resources for June 18, 2023Third Sunday after Pentecost, Fathers Day, Worship Resources for June 11, 2023Second Sunday after Pentecost, Worship Resources for June 4, 2023Trinity Sunday, Worship Resources for May 28, 2023Pentecost, Worship Resources for May 21, 2023Ascension of the Lord, Seventh Sunday of Easter, Worship Resources for May 14, 2023Sixth Sunday of Easter, Mothers Day (U.S.), Worship Resources for May 7, 2023Fifth Sunday of Easter, Worship Resources for April 30, 2023Fourth Sunday of Easter. It is a simple yet powerful method of explaining why we need salvation, how God provided salvation, how we can receive salvation, and what are the results of salvation.We are all sinnersThe first verse on the Romans Road to salvation is Romans 3:23, For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God. We have all sinned. You surprise us in the hatching of eggs and the soft rain on the grass. (A)dmit that you are a sinner.Romans 3:23 KJV For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Romans 6:23 KJV For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. I Want My Children To Go To Heaven When They Die, so if you miss a week and want to go back and catch up it wont be a problem at all. We follow Your way, Your truth, and Your life as disciples. We have all done things that are displeasing to God. Jesus knew he would die, but the disciples did not understand he would rise and be with them again, and because he lived, they also would live. We are grateful for the blessings You have given us, and we return some of them to You. Please give us Your will and wisdom to overcome conflicts and live together. This breakdown of the family unit erodes the foundation for our future. L: Bring hope and peace to all whom you meet. Amen. We begin with Genesis 12:1-9, the call of Abram and Sarai. Blessing/Assurance When we participate in holy communion, Satan must hang his headHe knows that he has lost us to the LambIn the same way that the lambs blood over the Israelites doorposts forced the death angel to pass over those homes, the Blood of the Lamb over the doorpost of our souls makes us untouchable to the prince of darknessWhen we come to the table with our brothers and sisters, the Blood of Christ unites His bodyHe mediated a new covenant so that we might receive the promise of eternal inheritance!!! We do not want to listen to those who disagree with us. Pause here and wonder that men should be thus cruel and inhuman, and see how corrupt the nature of man is become. The believer does best to witness to a faithful life by living into goodness, self-control, endurance, godliness, mutual affection, and love. A tremendous resource is the website OnePlace.com. God can make those a scourge and ruin to his enemies, who are farthest off, and therefore least dreaded. Worship Planning Tools - May 2023 by CofChrist - Issuu L: Celebrate and rejoice. Gods faithful love fills the whole earth. From Romans 8:38-39: For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Nothing can separate us from Gods love. Great relationships require effort, practice, and intentionality. The idol of busy-ness. The few words used are very expressive; and this was one of the most effectual revivals of, Matthew 13:2430, 3643 This parable represents the present and future state of the gospel church; Christs care of it, the devils enmity against it, the mixture there is in it of good and bad in this world, and the separation between them in the other world. Jesus is among unclean people in Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26. Those who are well dont need a doctor, but those who are sick, do. Gods reign is the one to live for. In this weeks selection of 2:19-25 (coming after next weeks selection of 2:2-10), the writer of 1 Peter identifies Christs suffering with that of the Suffering Servant in Isaiah 53. The sacrificial love of which the Bible speaks, that inspires one person to give his life to another and to raise children in the fear of the Lord, has been forfeited. Grant healing and wholeness to those who feel broken, faith and trust to those who feel bereft of Thee and Thy grace, and confidence to those who feel they have lost their way in life, wondering how they shall ever find their path again. God himself undertakes to defend the city; and that person, that place, cannot but be safe, which he undertakes to protect. You are made in Gods image. Amen. We ask Thee to make Thy forgiveness powerfully known to those who feel very guilty for actions they have taken or words they have said which have badly hurt others, particularly those who are closest to them. Amen. How do we live faithfully today? Good husbands, good wives, and good families are not born of luck. God fashioned us all out of stardust, the same molecules that are the building blocks of the universe are in our bones and tissue. Knowing Gods faithfulness and steadfast love. We symbolically take in the supernatural, life-changing Blood of Jesus that drives out the virus. We are called to live differently. God questioned Abraham as to why Sarah laughed, because there is nothing too wonderful for God, but Sarah denied that she did. Nonetheless, God promises that we will not be alone. We recognize that God, who dwells in Christ, also dwells in us. Praise God, from whom all blessings flow. Each and every week by Tuesday or Wednesday there will be a Worship Service Plan posted, complete with Prayers, Praise Music, Sunday School lesson, Sermons and more so you can prepare to lead your group. The persons brought together to lay Babylon waste, are called God's sanctified or appointed ones; designed for this service, and made able to . Call to Worship #1 L: Lord, our hearts are on fire this day! Live into the joy of Gods love in your life and worship God, You surprise us in a gentle breeze on a hot day. Listen to that voice yourself, for You are Gods beloved. Romans 8:1 teaches us, Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Because of Jesus death on our behalf, we will never be condemned for our sins. Remind us of how You have led us thus far and will continue to guide us through this life. Admittedly, we are prone to wander . If they are faithful to Christ, Christ will be with them, but whoever denies Christ, Christ will deny them before God. How do we remain faithful when we are uncertain about the future, or the struggles of today? Amen. The psalmist is facing their enemies and feels defeated, but they trust in Gods steadfast love and mercy. Give each one of us the help that you deserve at the right time.We pray in the name of Jesus Christ. Prayer of Brokenness/Confession Father, thank You for your Word that shows us You are with usguiding, protecting, providing. Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Somehow, Jesus attained oneness with God, and we, too, will one day be at one with God and one another. Romans 3:10-18 gives a detailed picture of what sin looks like in our lives. In Your name we pray. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth. In 13:1-3, the Holy Spirit speaks to some of the leaders gathered at the church in Antioch, calling Barnabas and Saul (Paul). We scapegoat and snark and gossip. Click here. Jesus called the tax collector Matthew to follow him, and Matthew invited Jesus to eat at his house along with other tax collectors and sinners. When you blame someone else for your inability to do something, you have empowered that person to control you. Paul views Christs death as a sacrifice that saves everyone, regardless of being under the law or not, and Christs death reconciles everyone to God. Please let us know how this works for you and if you have any suggestions for improvement. The psalmist sees God as the defender and protector of the most vulnerable of society, becoming a father to orphans, assurance to widows, and liberator to prisoners. I know that I deserve the consequences of my sin. PDF May 7, 2023 - Amazon Web Services, Inc. Jesus further warns the disciples that his teachings will bring division, not peace. His business is to warn sinners of their misery and danger. You may print or download any of the service plans by clicking here. On the day I called, you answered me; you increased strength within me. Remind us that sometimes we need to be silent and listen. May the Lord bless you now in all things. What this means to youThe final aspect of the Romans Road to salvation is the results of salvation. Visit Sycamore UCC here: SYCAMORE CHURCH UCC (sycamoreucc.org), Easter 5A | John 14:1-14 | The Way Childrens sermon idea from Yoshimi Kinoshita of Sycamore Congregational Church UCC Bilingual Christian Preschool. . Why Do the Religious Reject Regeneration? For worldly success, remind us that our treasure is in You, and in the hearts of one another. Yet God has made us a little lower than divine, with great responsibility over the earth. Here, at the unquestionable end of the age, our eyes are still trained on the sky as we sense His impending returnWe are experiencing signs in the skies, the distress of nations, and widespread fear for what the future will bringThe dominoes are stackedHis kingdom is near!!! Amen. The two had traveled from Ur to Haran with Abrams father Terah and family, but now God spoke to Abram and Sarai and called them with a promise that they would be the ancestors of a great nation. We think of Christ as our Good Shepherd, the one who is with us always and is calling us to listen to his voice. Revised Common Lectionary Ascension of the Lord: Acts 1:1-11; Psalm 47 or Psalm 93; Ephesians 1:15-23; Luke 24:44-53 Seventh Sunday of Easter: Acts 1:6-14; Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35; 1 Peter 4:12-14, 5:6-11; John 17:1-11 But it was hard to convince the crowds otherwise. Continuing in Acts this season of Easter, the Revised Common Lectionary turns to Pauls speech to the people of Athens in 17:22-31. Call those of us with privilege to share space and at times give up space so that all may be heard, and all may know Your love. Call to Worship #1 L: Come! He took her by the hand, and she got up. The supplementary verse of John 8:12 reminds us that Jesus has come as a light into the world. There is no one who cannot know Gods love through Jesus Christ. Easter 5A - May 7 May 7, 2023 The Second Sunday in Easter "The Way" Passing of the Peace (In Japan, many churches greet the congregation simply before the service, then sit down and quietly wait for the service to begin. For Gods steadfast love endures forever. There are many great preachers that you can choose to hear on demand. Thank you for loving us so much You gave your life for us on the cross so we can have a home in heaven some day. It is the love of others that encourages us and keeps us going. Know the Good Shepherd in your life, and listen for Christs voice. By John Hagee. The writer assures the believers in the early church who were struggling that their suffering was in solidarity with Christ, who also suffered unjustly. God is well pleased with you. Forgive as you have been forgiven. The greatest tragedy in life is to fail to fulfill your purpose and potential. Promises of power to persevere, and cautions against falling away, well agree with each other. May the Lord bless you now in all things. (A)dmit that you are a sinner.Romans 3:23 KJV For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Romans 6:23 KJV For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Paul writes of breaking free from the system of sin in this world through Jesus Christ, who sets us free. We need water thats never bitter . Yet we know our words our inadequate to capture the fullness of Your being, of Your majestic work in creation. Liturgy. View more posts. Amen. Call to Worship As they are able, participants move to the front and choose a stone and then sit back down. Moses had hit his limit of the peoples complaining, and in turn complained to God about it. Amen. Through Jesus, we know Your oneness in a new way, a oneness with us that outlasts the grave and transcends the world that we know. View more posts, May 6, 2021 Food For Your Personal & Spiritual Growth Today. Abram, Sarai, and Abrams nephew Lot set out to Canaan, and along the way, Abram built altars to sacrifice to God, first at the oak of Moreh in Shechem, then in the hill country east of Bethel. May we listen to Your voice calling us into that Way, that Truth, and that Life that is abundant, in the name of Jesus Christ. We have sought the worlds wealth and possessions. Nothing can ever separate you from the love of God in Christ Jesus. The Epistle selection continues its series in Romans with 5:1-8, which was also the Epistle reading on the third Sunday of Lent back on March 12th. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. We thank Thee for all the people who enrich our lives: spouses, family members, friends, neighbors, and mere acquaintances. Thank you Lord, for saving me and forgiving me! What this means to you. As the performance of this promise was to be after the destruction of Sennacheribs army, it was a sign to Hezekiahs faith, assuring, 1 Samuel 7:14 God will find a resting-place for his ark; if some thrust it from them, the hearts of others shall be inclined to receive it. These services will remain on the website permanently so if you miss a week and want to go back and catch up it wont be a problem at all. God has made a new covenant with us through Jesus Christ, The Ascension is a mystery to us, O God. The persons brought together to lay Babylon waste, are called God's sanctified or appointed ones; designed for this service, and made able to do it. The church is a collection of all Christians and has nothing to do with the building. The dandelions that continue to grow back and bring forth seed. Late Night Worship Service 10:00pm Tuesday June 27, 2023 NBCA International, INC Dr. E Edward Jones Congress of Christian Education & Discipleship. Help us to let go of what we cannot control or change but to work on what we can, to better ourselves and the world around us. I Want My Children To Go To Heaven When They Die, so if you miss a week and want to go back and catch up it wont be a problem at all. God calls us to share what we have with those in need, The Lord said Wherever two or three are gathered in my name that He would be with them so gather together this Sunday and worship. In 40:1-11, the beginning of the section attributed to Second Isaiah, God sends a message of comfort to the inhabitants of Jerusalem and to the people in exile. Forgive us and call us into accountability. Rather, Jesus came to earth in an unexpected wayas vulnerable as a helpless babyand will return to us in a similar way. Call to Worship: Liturgy, Music, Preaching and the Arts Glory to God Presbyterian Hymnal Worship Resources in the PC (USA) Store We wanted to be forgiven, but we could not forgive others. God hears our prayers. Sin holds us back; Christ sets us free. Not just physical death, but eternal death! When he arrived at the girls home, the funeral has already begun but Jesus explained she was not dead, only sleeping. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. Death frees us from sin at the end of our life, but Jesuss death frees us from sin now. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ. The second selection of the Hebrew Scriptures is Exodus 19:2-8a, when the Israelites reached Mount Sinai. Call to Worship (from Psalm 33:1, 3a, 4-5, 21) Instill in us the hope that we always can find forgiveness, healing, and peace in You, our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer, the maker of the unbreakable Covenant that is love in our hearts. Shepherding God, we confess that far too often we want to do things our own way. Easter 5 - May 2 - United Church of Christ Amen. P: We eagerly look forward to learning more about ways to serve God. We ask you to be the daily bread of tired mothers. Verses 16-19 share the psalmists experience of crying out to God, and how God listened. Prayer Amen. Jesus calls on them to believe in him, to know that he is going to the Father but that Jesus will answer their prayers, so that God the Fathers glory will be made known. This is how we witness: by love. May 28, 2023 Call To Worship - FaithByTheWord Ministries Know this, in your heart of hearts, that nothing can ever take away that love of God from you. Serve the Lord God, love your neighbor, love the Lord God, and serve your neighbor. Praise God, who will never fail us as worldly politicians do. The writer of 1 Peter uses this as an image of baptism: we are made new, despite our suffering. How can I find local churches near me? Call to Worship #2: L: We await God's instructions for our lives. L: God has made us whole. Stop making excuses. They are all differentprophecy, healing, teaching, discernment, speaking in different tongues, interpretation of different tongues, wisdom, knowledge, miracles, etc.all different gifts from the same Spirit. He will send his angels before you to prepare your way, and behind you to be your rear guard. The Shepherd is calling you by name, listen to their voice, Nehemiah 2:18 So they said, Let us rise up and build. Praise the One who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. What this means to youThe final aspect of the Romans Road to salvation is the results of salvation. In Romans 1:1-17, Paul introduces himself to the church in Rome, a church made up of Gentile and Jewish believers in Jesus. Love one another, forgive one another, and take up the challenge to live into Christs way, truth, and life. It is a message to be shared with the world through love. Sin has no power over us, but if we know Jesus Christ, we live in the newness of life. Search They will continue to praise God because they know God is faithful. Amen. The church is a collection of all Christians and has nothing to do with the building. Amen. P: Let that love be poured out for all God's people! The persons brought together to lay Babylon waste, are called Gods sanctified or appointed ones; designed for this service, and made able to do it. You are precious to God, and God loves you so, so much. Because we trust Gods holy name. The work of creation also happens when resting and finding joy in it. Participate in the work of justice and restoration, for this is what we are called to do. Prayer of Brokenness/Confession Jesus declared that the Second Temple in Jerusalem would be destroyed, that not one stone would remain atop another. The author urges the listeners to be humble and steadfast with God and to resist evil. God can make those a scourge and ruin to his enemies, who are farthest off, and therefore least dreaded. In Your magnificence, You somehow decided to make us in Your image and make us so that we might know just a fraction of who You are, our Wondrous Maker. Blessing/Assurance The Lord said Wherever two or three are gathered in my name that He would be with them so gather together this Sunday and worship. Thank you Lord, for saving me and forgiving me! For the Gentile believers, Paul wanted them to accept their Jewish neighbors, including those who didnt follow Jesus, because Jewish believers in Jesus were still tied culturally to their Jewish neighbors. For those who choose their own way, God frustrates their plans. In the supplemental verses of Luke 5:8-10, as Jesus calls the first disciples, in this account there is a miraculous catch of fish, and Simon Peter tells Jesus to go away because he is a sinful man. Call to Worship May 7, 2023. There are many great preachers that you can choose to hear on demand. The supplementary verses are Matthew 9:10-13. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. Order of worship May 7, 2023 - The Presbyterian Outlook Nor will there be any place for the sinner to flee to, or attempt an escape. A tremendous resource is the website OnePlace.com. If we love one another, we must forgive one another. We love one another and live into Christs reign on earth, even though we still wait for it to fully arrive. In the bright sunlight we see Him. Romans 10:13 says it again, for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Jesus died to pay the penalty for our sins and rescue us from eternal death. You have shown us through the Spirit that we are all Your children. The Ascension is a mystery to uswe know Jesus didnt just fly up above because heaven is not above us, though that was the understanding of the heavens and the earth at the time. They were to go without being paid and to not receive payment. We thank You that we know Your love like a father to Jesus Christ, who called You Abba. Abba God, may we know Your love surpasses our human understanding and that You are beyond gender, but You love us, Your children, far beyond what we can comprehend or imagine. The Epistle readings begin a series in Romans this season after Pentecost, overlapping some with the readings from Lent. Abraham was the ancestor of all nations, and it was his faith that was reckoned to him as righteousness, not the acts of the law. May it wash our minds. Our old lives are put to death. Listen to my cry of supplication. A Blessing As We Go Forward This weekAnd now may the Lord bless you, and may the Lord keep you.
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