The Weekly Liturgy :: Week of 12/3/2023
Gather - We begin our Liturgy in corporate worship by coming together and acknowledging who God is through the Acclamation. God’s character and presence frames our corporate worship and this is also the way we begin our Weekly Liturgy whether we engage it personally or in a group setting.
How did you experience God’s character and presence this week (joys, struggles, breakthroughs)?
Word - We desire for God’s Word to always be on our minds, upon our lips, and deep in our hearts. We want to read, reflect, listen, and respond to God’s word as we are formed more deeply as disciples of Jesus.
Read Philippians 3:15-21 and Matthew 6:19-24.
Reflect on these passages either individually or with others.
Listen to the Holy Spirit. How is God speaking to you through this passage?
As you read through Philippians 3:15-21 and Matthew 6:19-24, what stands out to you and why?
Paul contrasts two visions of life: living as he does by knowing Christ vs. living as enemies of the cross of Christ. What do you think of these two opposing visions?
Paul also contrasts having a mind set on earthly things vs. our citizenship is in heaven. How does your identity as a citizen of heaven impact how you live out your life?
Paul encourages the church to look to and imitate others who press on toward the goal of knowing Christ. Do you have people like this in your life? How do they build up your faith?
The season of Advent encourages us to take a posture of “eagerly awaiting” Christ. Is there a practice you have set in place to help you do this?
Paul reminds us that Christ has the power to transform all things. Where are you longing for Christ’s transformation? How do you live out hope and patience as you eagerly await Christ to do this?
What is the Holy Spirit speaking to you?
Prayer - Spend a few minutes praying into the areas God has spoken to you about. Pray for one another, for the non-believers in your lives, and for the world. (Consider praying through the Lord’s Prayer).
Sending - We are all called and sent out into the world to bring the message of the Gospel. Where are you being sent this week to share Jesus through your actions and words? Is there a specific person or area you need to reach out to or pray for?
