Worship Prayers September 15

 

CENTERING PRAYER

 

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.

 

 

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!

 

 

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 use 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)

 

 

AFFIRMATION OF FAITH – The Apostles’ Creed

 

 

OFFERING

 

Invitation to the Offering

 

God has given us our lives and our very beings. Let us give to God now from what God has given us.

 

Prayer after Offering

 

Let us pray… God of wisdom, may this offering serve as a powerful witness to this world in need. Guide us as we use these gifts for the building of your kingdom. It’s in Jesus Christ’s name we pray. Amen.