Prayer, Praise, & Promises Dec. 9, 2018

1 John 4:16 (NIV)

And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them.

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Second Sunday of Advent – Word of God Come [12/9/2018]

Today’s Passage:  Luke 3:1-6

Opening Prayer: Father God, sometimes it feels like we are going around and around in circles.  We struggle to find a clear path to take.  May you speak to us today.  May you make our path straight and the way clear.  Bring us out of the wilderness and use us to help build your Kingdom right now, right here, in this place.  Amen.

Opening Song:  SANCTUS REAL | CONFIDENCE – Official Music Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KA9kSBv1QrI

Message [used with permission from A Sermon for Every Sunday]:  Luke Powery, Dean of Duke Chapel, Preaches the Second Sunday of Advent

Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery is the dean of Duke University Chapel and associate professor of homiletics at Duke Divinity School. A national leader in the theological study of the art of preaching, Powery regularly delivers sermons at Duke Chapel as well as at churches throughout the U.S. and abroad.

This week’s sermon is from Luke 3:1-6, as John the Baptist prepares the way of the Lord.  But, who was John the Baptist?  He isn’t high on your list of babysitters, or presidential candidates, or pastoral candidates.  He’s a prophet, and no one wants to hire a prophet.”  “But, it is to him that the Word of God comes.”   God can use somebody like that, and maybe even somebody like you?

Closing Song: Third Day – Your Words (Lyric Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqaA8XBI15o

Closing Prayer:  Father God, You have told us that our words matter.  We have been called to prepare the way for others to receive your Son, Jesus, as Lord and Savior.  May we be effective witnesses, for the Lord, in this world.  May You give us the faith, hope, and heart we need to hear, understand, and communicate the words You have spoken to us.  In the name of Jesus, I pray.  Amen.

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Advent… A Season for Faith, Anticipation, and Inspiration for Life – Second Sunday of Advent – Today’s prayer [12/9]

“Lord Almighty who reigns forever, may we honor you every day as King as we faithfully serve you.  Amen.” (Anticipate – An Advent Experience, Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City, pg. 41.)

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Prayer, Praise, & Promises Dec. 8, 2018

Father, help us to accept your love for us. May we always remember that you love those who love you and walk in your ways. Send your Holy Spirit to guide us on the path to your love. Amen

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Advent… A Season for Faith, Anticipation, and Inspiration for Life – Today’s prayer [12/8]

“Come, Lord Jesus and redeem your people from this present evil age that we may celebrate and glorify you in unending fellowship.  Amen.” (Anticipate – An Advent Experience, Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City, pg. 36.)

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Prayer, Praise, & Promises Dec. 7, 2018

Psalms 31:24 (NKJV)

Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all you who hope in the LORD.

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Silent Auction, Crafting Group Work Session, and Movie Night to be Held Friday, December 14, 2018

Silent Auction:  On Friday December 14, from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM, a silent auction will be held in the Town Meeting Room of the Detroit Town Hall. Items for sale are similar to those found at yard sales and include some special or larger items. From knick-knacks to holiday decorating, to kitchen items, and more, come to check them out.  All items are marked with a minimum bid.  Because of the generosity of an anonymous donor, we will be awarding several bidder scholarships, so come early.  They will be awarded on a first come-first served basis.  Scholarships can only be applied toward the balance a recipient owes on successful bids.  No scholarship cash balances will be returned to recipient at the end of the auction.  At 5:00 PM all bidding will end, successful bidders will be determined, and they can then pay for their silent auction items.  As a successful bidder on silent auction items, you must be present at 5:00 PM to collect your items.

Crafters’ Group: During this silent auction time, the crafters’ group will be working on lap blankets, afghans, or quilts.  These items will be donated to those in local hospice care or to local agencies dealing with babies and children affected by shaken baby syndrome.  Come join us or to drop off handmade lap blankets, afghans, or quilts you would like to donate.

Movie Night:  Then, at 6:00 PM you are invited to join us for a FREE family friendly movie.  Free popcorn and drinks will be available.

These events are open to anyone. We hope you will join us, if you are in the area, for one or all of the events scheduled on Friday, December 14th.  All of the day’s events will be held in the Town Meeting Room of the Detroit Town Hall located at 35 South Main Street, Detroit, Maine. The day’s activities are hosted by the River Run Church of the Nazarene.

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Advent… A Season for Faith, Anticipation, and Inspiration for Life – Today’s prayer [12/7]

“Lord of all, may you change our perspective of who you love in order that we may love them and invite them to join us in preparing for the advent of your Son.  Amen.” (Anticipate – An Advent Experience, Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City, pg. 33.)

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Prayer, Praise, & Promises Dec. 6, 2018

Father, there is no greater hope than sharing in your glory. We praise you today for giving us this hope. Guide us in your way to be worthy of it. Amen

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Advent… A Season for Faith, Anticipation, and Inspiration for Life – Today’s prayer [12/6]

“May your promises strengthen us on our Advent journey.  Amen.” (Anticipate – An Advent Experience, Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City, pg. 30.)

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