The Weekly Liturgy :: Week of 11/27/2022

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 Ephesians 5:8-14 and John 3:16-21.

Reflect on these passages either individually or with others. You can also use these questions:

1. Discuss with the group what your experience or history has been with Advent.

2. What aspects of Advent do resonate or appreciate?

3. Re-read John 3:16-21 and Ephesians 5:8-14. What stands out to you?

4. Why is it tempting to keep our secrets in the dark?

5. In Ephesians 5:9, Paul assures his audience that the fruit of being in the light is goodness, righteousness, and truth. Why are these three so compelling for living in the light?

6. Discuss a time you brought something into the light. What was your experience?

7. In light of these passages, what is the Holy Spirit saying to you? Is there anything you need to bring into the light?

8. How can we be praying for 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?