CENTERING PRAYER
O God, who is our strength, you protected us from those who seek to oppress us. You shielded us from those who seek to destroy the good gifts you put in us. Your love and power never fail. Thanks and praise to you, our safety and stronghold. We exalt you, O God, majestic in holiness, for there is none like you. Amen.
CALL TO WORSHIP
Give praise to God!
Praise the Lord, for it is God who saves...
It is God who forgives.
It is God who delivers.
Give thanks and praise to the Lord!
† HYMN “Here in This Place #401
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Gracious and loving God, you lived for us – we have not lived for you. You forgave us – we have not forgiven others. You loved us – we have not loved ourselves nor have we loved one another. Take pity on us and forgive us, God. Help us to forgive. Help us to live for you. Help us to love through Christ our Lord. We continue to pray in your awesome and holy name. (Silent Confession)
ASSURANCE OF GRACE
† SHARING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
SCRIPTURE Romans 14:1-12
SERMON “Wearing Out Our Welcome” Rev. Dr. Dave Burgess
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Westminster Confession of Faith Shorter Catechism Question One
Q. What is our chief end? A. Our chief end is to glorify God and to enjoy God forever.
OFFERING SPECIAL MUSIC God’s Mercy Schakley
Lisa Marsh, Soloist
† THE DOXOLOGY
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER
† HYMN “When We Are Living” Hymnal #822
† CHARGE AND BLESSING POSTLUDE Diapason Movement Green
†You are invited to stand, as you are able.
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