The Weekly Liturgy :: Week of 4/30/2023
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 Colossians 1:21-23 and John 1:9-13
Reflect on these passages either individually or with others.
Listen to the Holy Spirit. How is God speaking to you through this passage?
What stood out to you most from the sermon? Why?
How have you seen the effects of alienation, enmity, and evil played out in our world? In your own life and relationships?
What man-made solution(s) are typically offered to address these issues, and why are they insufficient?
Can you remember a time in your life when you experienced a dramatic shift like what Paul describes in this passage — going from being an alien/enemy of God to reconciled?
How have you experienced the reconciling power of the cross in your life and relationships?
Why do some move away from the hope they have in the gospel?
How are you seeking to stand firm/steadfast in the faith you have received?
You are encouraged to listen to this song and reflect on the things that stand out to you:
https://open.spotify.com/track/1iomgIXj12GBdRN7ARfBuy?si=fbb5e74df52c4faf
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?
