The Weekly Liturgy :: Week of 5/29/22
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 Luke 4:40-43 and Acts 5:12-16
Reflect on these passages either individually or with others. You can also use these questions:
What stood out to you during the sermon or when the scriptures were being read?
Reread Luke 4:18-19; 40-43. Why does Jesus associate casting out demons and miracles with the coming of God's Kingdom?
When we discuss the Kingdom of God being now and not yet, what is challenging for you? What is encouraging?
We addressed two frequently asked questions concerning healing: 1. What is the relationship between faith and healing? 2. Why doesn't God always heal? What other questions do you have regarding healing?
When we read Matthew 9:35-36, we discover that Jesus' motivation for healing was compassion (suffering with). How does this inform how we minister to one another?
Take some time to pray for healing for one another. The request for healing might be spiritual, mental, relational, or physical.
In light of God's Word and Jesus' ministry of healing, what do you feel like the Lord is saying to you?
Listen to the Holy Spirit. How is God speaking to you through this passage?
Respond through confession and repentance.
Questions to engage either corporately or silently: What have you put in place of God or given your heart to this week? What sin do you need to repent of? What area are you not trusting your identity is in Christ? Encourage one another to turn to God and receive his forgiveness and grace. (Consider praying our Corporate Confession together).
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?
