Our Sacred Roots: The Priesthood of All Believers

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T he S eason of L ent

Petitions and Supplications, Ending with the Lord’s Prayer Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

~ Matthew 6.9-13 (KJV)

Doxology (and/or closing song) Praise God fromwhom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen. Departing to Serve

Benediction God who throws parties for lost sinners who return home again, make us grateful and rejoicing of the free grace and amazing love you supply to all who return to you. Flood our minds with your matchless love, and make us gracious to all who call on your name in truth and who thus receive from your storehouse the mercy you offer to all who repent and believe in Jesus. In his name I pray, amen. Affirmation for the Day Sunday: Regardless of our foolishness and disregard, the Father loves us unconditionally. Monday: Jesus associated with the unlovely and least regarded members of society. Tuesday: The religious hypocrites constantly criticized Jesus for his love for outcasts and sinners. Wednesday: Our decisions to leave God’s care always produce horrible consequences.