Advent 3: The Heart of the Christian Faith

Summary: The Gospel of John often refers to Jesus as the light. Like a light, faith in Jesus allows us to see things we could not see otherwise. It is through the work of the Holy Spirit that Jesus accomplishes the blessings foretold to us in Isaiah. We all have many blessings to be grateful for. The more mindful we are to our blessings, the more we are able to receive God’s promises. Jesus allows us to see the presence of God in our lives. Therefore, we can live a thankful life with gratitude, which assures us that we are loved by a God that is constantly present in our lives.

The Third Sunday of Advent – December 13, 2020

Order of Service

Prelude: Venti Emmanuel, by Charles Callahan

Greeting

Hymn: Light One Candle to Wait for Messiah

Lighting of the 3rd Advent Candle

Opening Hymn: “O Come, O Come Emmanuel”

Prayer of the Day

Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 6:1-4,8-11

Gospel Reading: John 1:6-8,19-28

Children’s Message

Anthem: “Sussex Carol”, English Traditional arr. by David Willcocks

The Sermon: The Heart of the Christian Faith

Sermon Hymn: “Awake! Awake, and Greet the New Morn”

The Prayers & The Lord’s Prayer

Benediction

Sending Hymn: “Hark, the Glad Sound”

Dismissal

Postlude: “Veni Emmanuel”, by John Leavitt