To Whom Shall We Go?

Guest Speaker: Mr. Merlyn Sandbulte

ORDER OF WORSHIP

Prelude: Miriam Hector
“Wondrous Love/The Love of God”
Welcome/Announcements
Call to Worship/Lenten Candle Lighting
Second Sunday in Lent
On this second Sunday of Lent, we hear Jesus crying, “Woe to you, hypocrites!” He condemns the Pharisees and the teachers of the law for doing religious works to be seen by others, for following the letter of the law without understanding its true meaning. We remember that we too are tempted by this kind of hypocrisy, wanting recognition, glory, and human approval more than God’s presence. Let us commit ourselves to sincere faith, which looks to God in honest humility, that we may be cleansed from our sins and do his will.
Hear these words from Psalm 40:6-8
Sacrifice and offering you did not desire—
but my ears you have opened—
burnt offerings and sin offerings you did not require. Then I said, “Here I am, I have come— it is written about me in the scroll. I desire to do your will, my God; your law is within my heart.
[The second candle is lit.]
Responsive Refrain
Lord Jesus, as we walk with you through these forty days, let your light shine into our hearts.
Brighten the darkness of our lives, and show us where we need to repent.
In our thoughts, words, and actions, teach us to rely on you.
Renew us as your people, that we may carry your light to the world.
* Song of Worship “We Bring the Sacrifice of Praise”
* God’s Greeting
* We Greet Each Other with voices ONLY
* Prayer of Confession “Just as I Am, Without One Plea”
* Assurance of Pardon: Prayer
* Song of Praise “Wonderful, Merciful Savior”
Congregational Prayer
followed by The Lord’s Prayer in unison
Song of Preparation “Goodness of God”
Scripture Reading John 6:66-69
Prayer of Preparation
Message: Mr. Merlyn Sandbulte
“To Whom Shall We Go?”
* Song of Response “Will You Come and Follow Me
* Benediction
* Closing Song “The Blessing”
Postlude