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[1408.32 --> 1412.62] That is why we can be wrecked and worshiping. |
[1413.66 --> 1416.80] Because our hope is secure in Christ. |
[1417.96 --> 1418.28] Amen. |
[1418.50 --> 1418.94] Let me pray. |
[1420.48 --> 1425.42] Father God, we are so grateful for this eternal hope in you. |
[1425.42 --> 1430.72] Lord, the gospel truths of Christ's life, death, and resurrection, |
[1431.36 --> 1434.26] and the knowledge that we have that he will once come again, |
[1434.32 --> 1435.22] he will soon come again. |
[1436.06 --> 1437.12] That is our hope. |
[1437.70 --> 1442.00] God, we ask for forgiveness when we put our hope in finite things. |
[1443.52 --> 1444.96] May you convict us when we do. |
[1446.26 --> 1449.96] Lord, will you draw us more in to your story, |
[1449.96 --> 1453.82] your story of redemption for all of the cosmos. |
[1454.22 --> 1459.08] And may we take this hope and apply it to our lives. |
[1459.88 --> 1462.58] May we stop looking for hope in the wrong things, |
[1462.80 --> 1465.64] and may we focus it solely on you. |
[1465.90 --> 1467.54] We pray this in your name. |
[1468.08 --> 1468.36] Amen. |
[1468.36 --> 1468.48] Amen. |
• Miracles and healing |
• The sound of dry bones rattling and coming together |
• Prophecy and prophesying to the breath |
• God's power and ability to save, deliver, heal, and restore |
• Coming alive from death |
• Praise and worship |
• God's love and character (reckless, never-ending, wonderful) |
• Thanking and praising God for His love |
• Praise and worship songs |
• Easter Sunday celebration |
• Welcome to worship and introduction of pastor Chris |
• Empty tomb and resurrection of Christ |
• Invitation to stand and receive God's greeting |
• Opening prayer and song |
• Reflection on Christ's resurrection and its significance |
• Praise to God |
• The resurrection of Christ |
• The power and glory of God |
• The church rejoicing in one voice |
• Prayer and worship |
• Gratitude for Jesus' sacrifice and life-giving power |
• Prayer singing with repetition of names of Jesus and Christian titles |
• Testimony of belief in the power of Jesus Christ |
• Announcement about church budget and mission organization Edudaio |
• Discussion on education rooted in the gospel for transformation |
• Call to be a blessing to others as one has been blessed |
• The significance of Christ's resurrection |
• Easter celebration and the gift of salvation |
• Symbolism of flowers as a reminder of God's love |
• Surprises and gifts from God, including an unknown "surprise" to be revealed later in the day |
• Jesus Storybook Bible and the story of Christ's resurrection |
• Announcement of nominations for Office of Elder and Deacon |
• Easter Sunday worship service |
• Prayer for church leadership and guidance |
• Prayers for specific individuals (Robin Baumann, Harry Feitzma) |
• Prayers for people dealing with illness and those providing care |
• Update on refugee sponsorship process for Sebastian and Sandy |
• Prayers for the people of Ukraine, including comfort, protection, and peace |
• Prayers for governments to quickly process new immigrants |
• Prayer for courage and a change of heart for Russian leaders |
• Reading from Mark 16 during worship service |
• Discussion of the resurrection and its impact |
• Change in cultural landscape and categorization of faith and fact |
• Blurring of lines between sacred and secular |
• Sense of disorientation and uncertainty in modern society |
• Haunting longing for transcendence and more |
• Tension between desire for spiritual certainty and skepticism |
• Reference to the Gospel of Mark's ending as a response to cultural moment |
• Discussion of the burial practices in ancient Israel and how Jesus' body was placed in a tomb |
• Description of the discovery by Mary and Salome of an angel at the tomb, who tells them Jesus has risen |
• Reflection on Mark's narrative style and ending, which leaves the reader with a sense of trembling and bewilderment |
• Discussion of the human experience of faith and doubt, including the idea that believing does not come easily |
• Description of the philosopher's view that doubting is an essential part of faith, and that we oscillate between faith and doubt |
• Reflection on the nature of transcendence and how it can disrupt our carefully crafted understanding of reality |
• Discussion of the mistake of seeing Easter as solely about God's power over sin and death |
• The only possible reason early Christianity began and took its current shape is that Jesus' tomb was really empty |
• Robert Louis Stevenson's story about people lighting street lamps illustrates the concept of punching holes in darkness, like Easter does with Christ's resurrection |
• The resurrection brings hope and transformation to individuals, even if they are doubting or feeling brokenhearted |
• The story of Easter is not about proving its truth, but about stirring faith and affecting hearts |
• The empty tomb leads to rootedness, a firm truth and foundation, brought by Jesus' resurrection and present in liturgy, word, and sacrament |
• The Lord's Supper is set because the tomb is empty, filling the hearts of believers with Christ's presence. |
• Remembrance of Jesus' death and resurrection |
• Participation in communion (bread and cup) as a proclamation of faith |
• Invitation to come to the table regardless of faith level or attendance history |
• Accommodations for gluten-free bread and seating arrangements |
• Communion service including singing and reading from scripture |
• Themes of sacrifice and debt paid by Jesus |
• Worship and praise to God for love and redemption |
• Expression of dependence on God through prayer and music |
• Reiteration of faithfulness and steadfastness of God's love |
• Use of musical instruments, specifically a guitar solo |
• Hope in God's love and presence |
• The power of faith to overcome fear and doubt |
• The promise of salvation through Jesus Christ |
• The assurance of eternal life and victory over death |
• The joy and pride of trusting in God's goodness and love |
• The confidence that comes from knowing God holds the future |
• Final table and invitation for those who haven't been served |
• Prayer to God, thanking him for the meal and asking for guidance and protection |
• Invitation to stand for a closing blessing |
• Blessing that asks God to be present in all aspects of life |
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