Description
John 18:33-37
It’s a great tragedy when people reject the truth of God’s Word. In this passage, the conversation between Pilate and Jesus was filled with questions. While it seems that Pilate believed Jesus was a king and was innocent of any crime, he did not believe that Jesus’ kingdom was not of this world and chose to reject the truth.
We Lift Our Hearts in Worship
[Preservice options include video countdowns, worship song videos, welcomes), CDs, or live music.]
Welcome & Time of Greeting
Time of Praise and Worship
King of My Heart
John Mark McMillan & Sarah McMillan, © Meaux Jeaux Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)
Raucous Ruckus Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) McMillan, Sarah (Admin. by Moniker Music Group)
Let Us Adore
Reuben Morgan, ©2005 Hillsong Music Publishing (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing)
King of Heaven
Jason Ingram & Paul Baloche, ©2010 Integrity Worship Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing (IMI)) Leadworship Songs (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing (IMI)) Sony/ATV Timber Publishing (Admin. By Sony/ATV Sounds LLC) West Main Music (Admin. by Sony/ATV Sounds LLC) Windsor Hill Music (Admin. by Sony/ATV Sounds LLC)
[Traditional Options]
Come Thou Almighty King
BH 75 2; BH 91 247; CH 8; CHH 27; EH 365; ELW 408; HWC 26; HPW 3; HFG 341; HLC 4; HGP 53; HSP 11; LBW 522; LSB 905; LW 169; NCH 275; PH 139; RH 212; STTL 3; WC 5; UMH 61; WAR 148; WHM 3; WIS 21
The King Shall Come
EH 73; ELW 260; HLC 181; LBW 33; LSB 348; LW 26; RS 497; WC 277
Before You Lord We Bow
ELW 893; LBW 401; LSB 966; LW 500
Invocation
Pastor With the love of Christ, I greet you.
ALL Greetings to you in the name of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Jesus Christ, Supreme Lord over all, we anticipate seeing You one day, face to face.
ALL Amen!
Opening Prayer / Theme Introduction
Pastor Jesus, You are the hope of the world. In these evil times, the forces of darkness are
working, but You have already won! We have no reason to fear the enemy, for You, O
King, hold the authority of the Ancient of Days! You are powerful, mighty, and have
overcome even death.
ALL We stand in victory in the name of Jesus Christ our King!
Pastor Amen and Amen.
Time of Confession and Forgiveness
[Alternate location: following Message]
Pastor At this time, we confess.
ALL We confess of taking matters into our own hands. We confess of relying on ourown power and denying Yours, Lord.
Pastor Forgive us.
ALL We confess of worshipping idols and forsaking You, Lord.
Pastor Please forgive us.
ALL We confess of doubting, wavering in our faith, and denying You.
Pastor God, forgive us. You are the only way to salvation, the only way to true life. Rescue us from sin and lead us into the light of truth.
ALL Jesus Christ forgives us through the shedding of His blood and broken body! We are His children! Amen.
We Hear God’s Word
[Read aloud both the introduction and Scripture]
First Reading Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14
This stunning scene of the Ancient of Days in His throne room and the Son of Man entering His presence leaves us with a sense of eager anticipation to be with God in Heaven.
9 “As I looked, “thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took his seat. His clothing was as white as snow; the hair of his head was white like wool. His throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze. 10 A river of fire was flowing, coming out from before him. Thousands upon thousands attended him; ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him. The court was seated and the books were opened.
13 “In my vision at night I looked, and there before me was one like a son of man, coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into his presence. 14 He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all nations and peoples of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.
