Spreading Truths to All People, No Matter Their Pizza Toppings. Because everyone deserves a slice of the truth, even pineapple lovers.
Section 1. Welcome and Announcements
Good morning, dear friends! It’s such a joy to see each of you here today, gathered in the love of Christ. Whether you’re here in person or joining us online, know that you are deeply loved and welcomed into this spiritual family. Today, as we continue our journey of faith, I want to encourage us all to reflect on God’s desire for us to come together in prayer, unity, and service.
Church Announcements & Community Updates:
- Upcoming Fall Festival: Join us next Saturday for a day of fun, food, and fellowship — invite a friend!
- Bible Study Starts Next Week: Delve deeper into the Book of James every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the fellowship hall.
- Volunteer Opportunities: We’re looking for volunteers to assist with our outreach programs — everyone’s gift is needed!
- Prayer Request Box: Please remember to submit your prayer requests for our weekly prayer chain. We are lifting each other up in prayer, just as the Apostle Paul urges us in today’s scripture.
Remember, no matter what you’re facing this week, God’s grace is sufficient, and His love surrounds us all. Let’s open our hearts to His presence today.
Section 2. Call to Worship
A Scripture Call to Focus On God
Let’s prepare our hearts and minds as we turn our focus to God and His word. I invite you to stand as we listen to His calling to us today.
Responsive Reading:
Leader: Come, let us praise the Lord, for He is good.
All: His love endures forever.
Leader: The Lord desires all people to come to know Him, to experience His grace and truth.
All: We gather today to worship and seek His face.
May this time of worship draw us closer to God’s heart, reminding us of His desire for us to pray, to love, and to serve.
Hymn or Song:
“Amazing Grace” or another worship song that lifts us in adoration.
Section 3. Opening Prayer
Heavenly Father, we come before You today with hearts full of gratitude and praise. Thank You that You desire all people to be saved, and in Your mercy, You invite us into Your wonderful truth. As we gather in Your name, fill us with Your Spirit and open our eyes to the blessings You have for us. Help us to be a community that genuinely loves and prays for each other, reflecting Your love to the world around us. May this time together deepen our faith and renew our commitment to serve You wholeheartedly. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Section 4. Praise and Worship
Introduction to Worship
Now, let’s lift our voices in praise and worship, focusing on who God is and what He has done for us. Our worship team is leading us in songs that celebrate His greatness, His love, and His mercy.
Songs to Sing:
- “Blessed Be Your Name”
- “How Great Is Our God”
- Or any favorite hymns or contemporary songs that help us connect with His spirit.
Let’s sing with joy, knowing that God’s love is reaching into every corner of our hearts today.
Section 5. Scripture Reading
Introduction to the Scripture
Today, we’re going to reflect on a powerful passage from 1 Timothy, where Paul reminds us of God’s heart for all people to come to Him in prayer and in truth. These words encourage us to be a community that prays earnestly for everyone, trusting in God’s desire for salvation.
The Events in the Scripture
In this passage, Paul emphasizes that prayer, supplication, and thanksgiving should be made for all, recognizing that God’s will is for everyone to know His truth. It’s a call to broaden our hearts beyond ourselves, embracing a spirit of intercession and love.
The NIV Bible Verse 1 Timothy 2:1-7
Instructions on Worship
1 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—
2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
3 This is good, and pleases God our Savior, 4 who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
5 For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus,
6 who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time.
7 And for this purpose I was appointed a herald and an apostle—I am telling the truth, I am not lying—and a true and faithful teacher of the Gentiles.
Section 6. Pastoral Prayer or Intercessory Prayer
Intercessory Prayer
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your deep love and desire for all people to come into a relationship with You. We lift up our friends, our family, and our community—asking that Your Spirit would move mightily in their hearts. Lord, we pray for our leaders and those in authority, that they would seek Your wisdom and guidance. May our lives be marked by prayer, love, and unity, reflecting Your grace in everything we do. Help us to be faithful witnesses of Your truth, reaching out with compassion and humility. We trust in Your plan for salvation and ask that many would come to know the saving power of Jesus Christ. We pray all of this in His name, who gave Himself as a ransom for all.
Congregational Response
All: Lord, hear our prayer, and help us to pray continually for those around us. May Your love flow through us so that others may come to know You and experience Your grace. Amen.
Section 7. Offering
A Message on Tithes and Offerings
As we prepare to give today, I want to remind us that tithes and offerings are more than just a financial act—they are an act of worship. When we give, we join in God’s work here in our church, our community, and around the world. Your generosity helps us to share the Gospel, serve those in need, and build His kingdom in practical ways. Thank you for your faithful giving, which honors God and expresses trust in His provision.
Prayer of Thanks
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the abundance You have poured into our lives. As we bring our tithes and offerings, we do so with grateful hearts, recognizing that everything we have comes from You. Use these gifts to advance Your kingdom and bring glory to Your name. Bless both the gift and the giver, and help us to be faithful stewards of all You entrust to us. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Section 8. Special Music
Introduction to the Special Music
Now, as we prepare to hear a special song, let’s open our hearts to God’s presence. This moment of music is a gift from our worship team to help us connect more deeply with His love and grace. Let’s listen with open hearts and minds.
Bring This Sermon to Life
We invite you to engage fully — reflect on the message, sing along, or simply listen and soak in His presence. God is speaking to us through this music, and it’s a beautiful reminder of His never-ending love.
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For those interested in exploring the full teaching and additional tools, we offer access to our complete sermon, to be used for devotionals, and study guides.
Bible Study: “Pray First, Live Second?
Unlocking God’s Plan for a World in Need”
“What if the secret to changing the world wasn’t another program, another protest, or another political fight…but something far simpler, and more powerful? (Warning: This might challenge everything you think you know about making a difference.)”
“I remember a time when I felt overwhelmed by the sheer brokenness of the world. Everywhere I looked, there was pain, injustice, and suffering. I tried everything – volunteering, donating, even getting involved in local politics. But nothing seemed to make a real dent.
Then, one Sunday morning, I stumbled upon 1 Timothy 2:1-7. It wasn’t a lightning bolt moment, but a gentle whisper in my heart. Paul’s words – a call to prayer, first and foremost – challenged my entire approach. I realized I’d been so busy doing for God that I’d forgotten to talk to Him.
That week, I started small. I began praying specifically for those in authority, for peace in my community, and for the salvation of those who didn’t know Christ. And you know what? Things started to shift. Not overnight, but gradually, subtly, yet undeniably. I saw hearts soften, divisions heal, and hope blossom where there was once despair.
It wasn’t about me ‘fixing’ the world. It was about partnering with God, releasing His power through prayer, and allowing Him to work in ways I couldn’t even imagine. That’s when I understood the true meaning of 1 Timothy 2:1-7 – a call to prioritize prayer, not as a last resort, but as the first and most essential step in transforming the world around us.”
“Friend, I know you’re busy. You’ve got a million things pulling you in a million different directions. But what if I told you that you could make a bigger impact in just a few minutes a day than you ever thought possible?
I want to give you a tool that will help you unlock the power of prayer in your own life and unleash God’s transformative power in the world. This Bible study, inspired by 1 Timothy 2:1-7, will give you:
- A clear understanding of Paul’s instructions on prayer.
- Practical strategies for praying effectively for those in authority and for the salvation of others.
- A renewed sense of hope and purpose in a world that desperately needs it.
For a gift of just $4.99 to support this ministry, you’ll receive this Bible study. It’s a small investment that can yield eternal dividends. Or, if you truly want to immerse yourself in life-changing resources and support this ministry even further, consider our membership option!
Think of the impact you can make, not just on your own life, but on the lives of countless others, as you join us in prioritizing prayer and partnering with God to transform the world.”
May Jesus pour His grace upon you and your family during this special time in our lives.
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