It says in the Bible, O God, that you created the world through your Word. Your Word is powerful, but so are our words. They can heal, create a smile, be a declaration of love; they can also hurt and destroy a sense of self-worth. Give us your wisdom, God of the Word, so we use our words to build up and not to destroy. Amen.
PRELUDE (Sunday Worship) Meiriondydd Balderston
WELCOME and ANNOUNCEMENTS
CALL TO WORSHIP (Psalm 19)
Look at the heavens!
They are shouting the glory of God.
The days and the nights declare the magnificence of God’s creative works
Their voice goes through all the earth and their words reach the ends of the world.
Let our words of praise be acceptable to you.
Our Lord, our rock, our redeemer!
† HYMN “All Things Bright and Beautiful” Hymnal #20
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
You call us, O God, but we refuse to listen; you stretch out your hand and we do not take it. We take what you give us and used those gifts to hurt others and defy you. We refuse to listen to your wisdom. Forgive our inability to recognize you and live out the reality of your gospel. Give us the insight we need to understand your place in our lives. May our words and actions reflect the glory of God in the lives of others. (Silent Confession)
ASSURANCE OF GRACE
† SHARING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
†GLORY TO GOD Hymnal #582
TIME WITH CHILDREN (Children 5th grade and younger may leave to attend Sunday School)
SCRIPTURE James 3:1-12
SERMON “Only You” 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 I Will Sing a Sunday Song Choplin
Chancel Choir
† THE DOXOLOGY
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER
† HYMN “Though I May Speak” Hymnal #693
† CHARGE AND BLESSING
† BENEDICTION “You Shall Go Out With Joy” Hymnal #80
POSTLUDE Postlude in B Flat Boëllmann
† You are invited to stand, as you are able
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