Liturgy for the 14th Sunday after Pentost, Year B (Mark)
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Scriptures for the Day
1 Kings 8:1-11, 22-30, 41-43 - Solomon gathers Israel to dedicate the newly built temple, praying for God's presence to dwell among them permanently.
Joshua 24:1-2, 14-18 - Joshua calls Israel to renew their commitment to serve the Lord faithfully, emphasizing the importance of choosing God over idols.
Psalm 84 - The psalmist expresses deep longing for the presence of God in the temple, finding joy and strength in worshiping the Lord.
Psalm 34:15-22 - Encouragement is given to seek God's face and trust in His protection, knowing that the Lord delivers the righteous from their troubles.
Ephesians 6:10-20 - Believers are instructed to put on the whole armor of God to stand against spiritual forces, relying on God's strength and truth.
John 6:56-69 - Jesus teaches about the bread of life, inviting his followers to trust in him completely for eternal life.
Themes
Commitment to God's presence and service:
Solomon's dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8 emphasizes God's dwelling among His people.
Joshua's exhortation in Joshua 24 calls for renewed commitment to faithful service.
Longing for God's sanctuary and trust in His care:
Psalms 84 and 34 express a deep longing for God's presence in the sanctuary.
Both psalms affirm trust in God's protective care for the righteous.
Spiritual battle and reliance on God's strength:
Ephesians 6 describes the spiritual battle and the need to rely on God's strength through the armor of God.
John 6 invites believers to trust in Jesus as the source of eternal life.
These passages collectively inspire dedication to God's service, urging believers to trust in His presence and protection.
Call to Worship
One: Come, let us worship the Lord, our strong and mighty refuge.
All: We rejoice in the strength and protection of our God.
One: The Lord is faithful and just, guiding us with wisdom.
All: We praise God's unwavering faithfulness and perfect wisdom.
One: Our God is full of grace and mercy, offering us eternal life.
All: We celebrate the boundless grace and mercy of our Savior.
One: The Lord is near to all who call upon Him in truth.
All: We give thanks for God's ever-present love and care.
Prayer of Confession
All: Merciful God, we confess that we have not always relied on your strength and guidance. We have sought security in our own efforts, neglecting to trust fully in your protective care. Forgive us for our wavering commitment and our lack of faith. Renew our hearts, O Lord, and help us to seek your presence, trust in your protection, and stand firm in our faith. Amen. (personal prayer)
One: Lord may your name be glorified in us and through us. We ask this through Christ Jesus, your only begotten son. It is he who is our Lord and our Savior, our brother and our friend.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. Amen.
Assurance of Pardon- Psalm 34
Today’s assurance is from Psalm 34, “The Lord is near the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit.”
Friends, this is the good news!
Thanks be to God!
Prayer of Illumination
Lord God, illuminate our hearts and minds with your Word. May the Scriptures speak to us today, guiding our steps and enlightening our understanding. Grant us wisdom to discern your truth and courage to live by it. Amen.
Prayer of Dedication
Gracious God, receive our worship and our lives as offerings of dedication to you. May everything we do reflect our love for you and our commitment to serve you faithfully. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
