This is the Day the Lord Has Made, So Why Are You Still in Your Pajamas? Alert: Time to seize the day! Or at least change out of those cartoon character jammies.
Section 1. Welcome and Announcements
Hey there, family! Welcome to our church blog. I’m so glad you’re here with us today, whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time member. We’re diving into Psalm 118:19-29 today, and I can’t wait to explore God’s goodness with you all.
Before we jump in, let me share a few quick announcements:
- Community Picnic: Next Saturday at 11 AM in Central Park. Bring a dish to share!
- Youth Group Car Wash: This Sunday after service. Help our teens raise funds for their summer mission trip.
- Bible Study: New series on the Book of James starts Wednesday at 7 PM.
Remember, you’re loved, you’re valued, and you belong here. Now, let’s turn our hearts to worship!
Section 2. Call to Worship
Let’s prepare our hearts with these words from Psalm 118:1-2 (NIV):
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. Let Israel say: ‘His love endures forever.'”
Church family, let’s respond together:
Leader: The Lord’s love endures forever!
Congregation: His love never fails!
Section 3. Opening Prayer
Heavenly Father, we come before you with grateful hearts. Thank you for your enduring love that never fails us. As we gather here today, open our eyes to see your goodness, our ears to hear your truth, and our hearts to receive your love. Guide us in this time of worship, that we might draw closer to you and to each other. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Section 4. Praise and Worship
Alright, church, it’s time to lift our voices in praise! Our worship team is going to lead us in some songs that celebrate God’s faithfulness and love. Whether you’re a shower singer or a professional vocalist, God delights in hearing your voice. So let’s stand together and sing our hearts out to the One who gave us life!
Section 5. Scripture Reading
Today, we’re diving into Psalm 118:19-29. This passage is a powerful declaration of God’s faithfulness and salvation. It’s believed to have been sung as pilgrims approached the temple in Jerusalem, expressing joy and gratitude for God’s deliverance.
Let’s read it together:
19 Open for me the gates of the righteous; I will enter and give thanks to the Lord.
20 This is the gate of the Lord through which the righteous may enter.
21 I will give you thanks, for you answered me; you have become my salvation.
22 The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone;
23 the Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes.
24 The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.
25 Lord, save us! Lord, grant us success!
26 Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. From the house of the Lord we bless you.
27 The Lord is God, and he has made his light shine on us. With boughs in hand, join in the festal procession up to the horns of the altar.
28 You are my God, and I will praise you; you are my God, and I will exalt you.
29 Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.
Section 6. Pastoral Prayer or Intercessory Prayer
Let’s pray together:
Loving God, like the psalmist, we come to you with hearts full of gratitude. Thank you for being our cornerstone, for answering our prayers, and for becoming our salvation. We ask that you open the gates of righteousness for us and for all who seek you. May your light shine upon us and guide our paths.
Congregation Response: “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24)
Section 7. Offering (continued)
Friends, as we prepare to give our tithes and offerings, remember that this act is more than just putting money in a plate. It’s a tangible expression of our trust in God and our gratitude for His provision. When we give, we’re participating in God’s work and declaring that He is our ultimate provider.
Let’s pray: Heavenly Father, we thank you for your endless generosity towards us. As we give today, we do so with joyful hearts, knowing that every good gift comes from you. Use these offerings to further your kingdom and bless those in need. May our giving be an act of worship that honors you. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Section 8. Special Music
Now, let’s prepare our hearts as the choir blesses us with a beautiful rendition of “Great Is Thy Faithfulness.” This hymn reminds us of God’s unchanging nature and His constant presence in our lives, echoing the theme of God’s enduring love we see in Psalm 118.
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