Description
Mark 13:1-8
Jesus predicted the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem, prompting His disciples to ask about the signs of the end times. He emphasized the importance of being watchful and discerning, as many will come in His name, leading to confusion and deception. Take time to pray and seek God’s guidance daily to remain vigilant and aware of the signs of the times, while encouraging others in their faith walks. Let’s commit to staying grounded in our faith and regularly engaging with Scripture to recognize truth from falsehood.
We Lift Our Hearts in Worship
[Preservice options include video countdowns, worship song videos, welcomes), CDs, or live music.]
Welcome & Time of Greeting
Pastor / Worship Leader
Welcome, friends! We know no strangers here. We are happy to be together, and we rejoice in the Lord today.
Worshipers
We are ready to worship the Lord and be encouraged by His Holy Spirit and one another.
Time of Praise and Worship
Offering
Paul Baloche ©2002 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music
Jesus Son of God
Chris Tomlin, Jason Ingram, & Matt Maher, ©2012 Sixsteps Songs (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing) Worship Together Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing), A Thousand Generations Publishing (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing), Valley Of Songs Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing), Thankyou Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing), Sony/ATV Timber Publishing (Admin. by Sony/ATV Sounds LLC), Open Hands Music (Admin. by Sony/ATV Sounds LLC)
Cornerstone
Edward Mote, Eric Liljero, Jonas Myrin, Reuben Morgan, William Batchelder Bradbury, ©2011 Hillsong Music Publishing (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing)
[Traditional Options]
We Praise You, O God, Our Redeemer, Creator
BH 75 15; BH 91 19; CH 68; ELW 870; HWC 16; HFG 334; HGP 19; LBW 241; LSB 785; LW 494; NCH 420; RH 16; STTL 40; WAR 726; WHM 62
My Faith Looks Up To Thee
BH 75 382; BH 91 416; CH 539; CHH 576; EH 691; ELW 759; HWC 410; HFG 84; HLC 366; HGP 192; HSP 8; LWB 479; LSB 702; LW 378; PH 383; RH 423; STTL 433; WC 552; UMH 452; WAR 419; WHM 433; WIS 54
How Firm A Foundation
BH 75 383; BH 91 338; CH 408; CHH 618; EH 636,637; ELW 796; HWC 275; HPW 38; HFG 32; HLC 224; HGP 162; HSP 121; LWB 507; LSB 728; LW 411; NCH 407; PH 361; RH 221; STTL 689; WC 612; UMH 529; WAR 411; WHM 342; WIS 1
Invocation
Pastor / Worship Leader
Let us invite the presence of the Holy Spirit among us.
Worshipers
Come, Holy Spirit, fill our hearts and minds as we seek to honor You in our worship today.
Opening Prayer / Theme Introduction
Pastor / Worship Leader
Let us pray. Heavenly Father, we thank You for this day and for the gift of gathering in Your name.
Worshipers
We ask for Your guidance and strength as we worship, that our hearts may be open to Your Word.
Pastor / Worship Leader
Help us to encourage one another and to stand firm in our faith, trusting in Your promises.
Worshipers
May our worship bring You glory, Lord!
Time of Confession and Forgiveness
[Alternate location: following Message]
Pastor / Worship Leader
As we approach God’s throne of grace, let us confess the sin that weighs us down.
Worshipers
We confess that we have not always lived in accordance with Your will. We have faltered in our faith and have neglected to encourage one another. Instead, we have participated in division, gossip, and slander. Forgive us, Lord.
Pastor / Worship Leader
Hear the good news: if we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness!
Worshipers
We receive Your forgiveness, Lord, and we commit to walking in Your light and love. Amen.
We Hear God’s Word
[Read aloud both the introduction and Scripture]
First Reading Daniel 12:1-3
In times of great trouble, God promised deliverance for those whose names are written in the Book of Life. We look forward to the day when we will shine brightly in God’s glory forever!
“At that time Michael, the great prince who protects your people, will arise. There will be a time of distress such as has not happened from the beginning of nations until then. But at that time your people—everyone whose name is found written in the book—will be delivered. 2 Multitudes who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake: some to everlasting life, others to shame and everlasting contempt. 3 Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.
