09.24.23
Call to Worship
Shout praises to the Lord, for his deeds are mighty!
How awesome are your works, oh God!
Sing about his deliverance and his care!
Our Lord has done great things!
Everything on earth gives worship to our God!
We sing for the majesty of our King!
Confession and Lament
Our lives are in your hands, and you keep us from stumbling,
But we still get distracted or want to be in control.
Forgive us, Lord, and help us look back to you.
When we cry out to you, you hear us.
You lead us to repentance and release our burdens.
Restore our hearts and bear good fruit in us.
Assurance of Gospel Peace
We do not have to fear that we won’t hear Jesus,
Nor that we will somehow miss the good he wants to give us.
He does not keep back his love from his people, but he hears our prayers.
God promises to draw near to those who draw near to him.
So all who open their hearts to seek him will find him.
He gives grace to the humble and satisfies their souls.