The Danger of Presumption

In the heart of our Communion liturgy we hear this phrase, “It is always right and appropriate that we should at all times and in all places give God our thanks and praise. This week’s message is “The Danger of Presumption” (Luke 17:11-19) where Jesus heals ten lepers and only one returns to give thanks and worship Him. We can never say “thank you” enough for all God has done for us. Expressing our thanks strengthens relationships, and everyone wants to be appreciated. This message will invite us into a life of greater thanksgiving and challenge us to be people who do not take the many gifts we have received for granted.

WE GATHER FOR WORSHIP

Prelude: “Arioso”, Alexander Schreiner

Welcome and Announcements

Gathering Hymn: “Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness”

Apostolic Greeting

Hymn of Praise

Prayer of the Day

First Reading: 2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c

Second Reading: 2 Timothy 2:8-15

Anthem: “Thy Holy Wings”, Swedish Folk tune, Text by C.S. Berg

Children’s Time

Gospel: Luke 17:11-19

Sermon: “The Danger of Presumption”, Rev. R. Kevin Murphy

Sermon Hymn: “We Come to You for Healing, Lord”

Apostles Creed

Prayers of the Church

Lord’s Prayer

Offertory: “A Morning Song”, Dr. Robert J. Powell

Offering Response: “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”

Benediction

Sending Hymn: “On What Has Now Been Sown”

Dismissal

Postlude: “Postludium in C Major”, Albert Schroder