12.1.24

12.1.2024- Sunday Liturgy: First Week of Advent // Writer: Shayla

Scripture Reading: Joy - Philippians 1

Call to Worship:

Come, let us worship the King of heaven and earth!

He is a good king!

He rules with truth and grace.

Come, worship the Lord over all!

Lord, we magnify Your name,

For You are great and greatly to be praised!

Confession and Lament:

Lord, how often do we trade joy for sorrow?

Or trade hope for despair? 

Are You not with us always?

Lord, help us to make a habit of seeking Your face.

When we focus on You in our daily lives,

We are blessed with joy everlasting and a hope that doesn’t fade.

Lord, open our eyes to see You more clearly!

Assurance of Gospel Peace:

Our great Savior came to dwell among humanity.

He is Emmanuel – God with us.

Praise the Lord, salvation is found in Jesus forever!

He came to live among us, a perfect life to atone for sin.

Now, we have the joy of Christ.

The joy of the Lord is our strength! 

May it fill us all of our days!