Sermon Texts: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18; 1 Samuel 3:1-4:1a; John 1:43-51
That we may be disciplined for wisdom and fidelity
God of all, You know us better than we know ourselves. You know every thought, word and act of ours. We cannot conceal ourselves from You, even when we wish we could.
We take comfort in knowing that You know us completely, yet love us with unwavering love. We rejoice that your thorough knowledge of us is a feature of your continuous presence with us, and we acknowledge that our well-being is dependent upon your presence and preservation.
Yet our comfort is tinged with fear, for we are aware of our own sinfulness and we know that your judgement begins with your people.
O God, correct us as necessary. Discipline us so that we may live with wisdom and fidelity in your presence. Enable us to draw strength from your Word so that faithful service may prepare us for confident rest in your presence.
You are always with us and You are everything to us. Amen.
Thoughts, and prayers from Pastor David Antieau at St. Nicolai United Church of Christ
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