Description
Mark 1:14-20
Jesus began His ministry by proclaiming the Good News of God, calling people to repentance and belief. He called Simon, Andrew, James, and John to follow Him, and they immediately left their nets and followed. As God’s people, we are called to respond to the Good News of Jesus with repentance and faith. Just as the disciples left everything to follow Him, we are called to prioritize our commitment to Christ above all else.
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 dear brothers and sisters in Christ.
Worshipers
We are glad to be together.
Time of Praise and Worship
Great Things
Jonas Myrin, Phil Wickham, © Capitol CMG Paragon (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Son of the Lion (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Phil Wickham Music (Fair Trade Music Publishing [c/o Essential Music Publishing LLC]) Simply Global Songs (Fair Trade Music Publishing [c/o Essential Music Publishing LLC]) Sing My Songs (Fair Trade Music Publishing [c/o Essential Music Publishing LLC])
Build My Life
Brett Younker, Karl Martin, Kirby Elizabeth Kaple, Matt Redman, and Pat Barrett © 2016 Martin, Karl Andrew, Kaple Music, Capitol CMG Genesis, Housefires Sounds, Said And Done Music, sixsteps Music, Thankyou Music, worshiptogether.com songs, Bethel Music Publishing
The Father’s House
Benjamin Hastings, Cory Asbury, Ethan Hulse © 2019 Cory Asbury Publishing (Admin. by Bethel Music Publishing) SHOUT MP Brio (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Be Essential Songs (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) EGH Music Publishing (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) Bethel Music Publishing
[Traditional Options]
Today Your Mercy Calls Us
LBW 304; LSB 915; LW 347
O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright
CHH 105; ELW 308; LBW 76; LSB 395; LW 73; NCH 158; PH 69; UMH 247; WAR 230
The People That In Darkness Sat
LSB 412; LW 77
Invocation
Pastor / Worship Leader
We are gathered in the spirit of fellowship, united by the transformative power of the Gospel. Just like Jesus called His disciples to leave their nets and follow Him, we are called to embark on a journey of faith together, casting aside our nets that are full of distractions and burdens, to follow Jesus.
Worshipers
We come with open hearts and minds, welcoming one another in the name of Jesus.
Opening Prayer / Theme Introduction
Pastor / Worship Leader
Let us pray. Heavenly Father, we embrace Your calling. We don’t know what lies ahead, but we commit to follow You. Help us, we pray, today and always. May we keep our eyes fixed on You- the Author of our faith.
Worshipers
May the stories of our lives be one that brings You glory, shows Your redemption, love, and grace, and ends in eternal life. Lord, we are Yours. Amen.
Time of Confession and Forgiveness
[Alternate location: following Message]
Pastor / Worship Leader
Merciful Savior,
Worshipers
We confess we have become entangled by the concerns of this world, hesitant to let go of our “nets” and follow You wholeheartedly and without hesitation. We have given into fear instead of trusting You to lead us. Forgive us, Lord.
Pastor / Worship Leader
Jesus, You were one of us- both God and man- and understand the human condition. We are frail, impatient, and lack patience and understanding. Yet, when we turn to You with contrite hearts, You readily and freely give us forgiveness and a renewed invitation to follow You. So, may we be encouraged today and trust in Your loving presence and guidance.
Worshipers
Thank You for Your forgiveness. Thank You for Your grace. We are ready to commit to following You. In Jesus’ name we pray, amen.
We Hear God’s Word
[Read aloud both the introduction and Scripture]
First Reading Jonah 3:1-5,10
God gave Jonah a second chance to deliver His message of repentance to the city of Nineveh. Jonah obeyed this time and proclaimed God’s impending judgment, leading the people to repent and turn to God.
Then the word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time: 2 “Go to the great city of Nineveh and proclaim to it the message I give you.” 3 Jonah obeyed the word of the Lord and went to Nineveh. Now Nineveh was a very large city; it took three days to go through it. 4 Jonah began by going a day’s journey into the city, proclaiming, “Forty more days and Nineveh will be overthrown.” 5 The Ninevites believed God. A fast was proclaimed, and all of them, from the greatest to the least, put on sackcloth. 10 When God saw what they did and how they turned from their evil ways, he relented and did not bring on them the destruction he had threatened.
