Introduction
While our option to gather at Madison Elementary on Sundays has been stopped for the time being, our mission as a church remains the same: we are a community of disciples who are being formed into the image of Jesus for the sake of the world.
Today we would like to lead you through a guided liturgy that will become our new normal for the next season of our church life together. In addition to being united in the gospel and relationships (which aren’t going away), another layer of connection can be found in our common practice and habits. By studying the same Bible passages, singing the same songs and repeating the same prayers, we are reminded of our connection that goes far beyond a common meeting space. Be creative and look for ways to incorporate children and adults of all ages who are in the room as readers and participants.
We hope that as you walk through this, you will be encouraged by God to place your hope in Him and to continue to seize the chances to be and make disciples wherever you are.
REALITY Kids Materials
Each week, our regular Reality Kids curriculum which includes age specific videos, lessons and activities is posted on Realm for you and your children to use. You can find all the information and links on Realm - HERE
Once you are done with the lesson, enjoy the video and activity with Kailyn below.
Gather Together
Reality Family, this morning as we worship, we look to Jesus and are reminded of His goodness and grace to us. Let’s hear and declare this truth in Colossians 1 that encourages us to see Christ for who He is, our King of Kings.
Call to Worship
“He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.” (Colossians 1:15-20)
Sing Together
“Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples! Sing to him, sing praises to him; tell of all his wondrous works! Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice!” (Psalm 105:1-3, ESV)
Singing together is a gift that allows us to both rehearse what is true and to express the cry of our soul in a unique way. Feel free to either sing along with the following playlist or have someone in the room lead you on an instrument or a cappella.
“Welcome to the Place of Level Ground”
”O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing”
“Just As I Am”
PRAY TOGETHER
“God’s love has been poured into our hearts
through the gift of the Holy Spirit.
The proof of God’s amazing love is this:
While we were sinners Christ died for us.
Because we have faith in him,
we dare to approach God in confidence.” (Rom. 5:5, 8; Heb. 4:16)
Corporate Confession & Assurance
We pray and confess in confidence that our Lord God will not refuse or cast out those who come trusting in the complete work and grace of Jesus Christ. We recognize that our glorious God acts first. It is by acknowledging His gracious forgiveness that we are moved to repentance and confession.
Corporate Prayer of Confession:
All:
We want to serve you in this world,
be the ones through whom
many will be drawn to the Light,
show your love where there
is a need for love to be shown,
be your touch where there
are broken lives to be made whole,
speak your word in faith
against those who deny your power;
and yet we confess
we hesitate to speak your name,
are daily tempted
to listen to this world’s voice.
So we come again
to your feet, and in faith proclaim
‘Thanks be to God, who forgives us
through Jesus Christ our Lord!’
Assurance of Pardon:
“See how great a love the Father has bestowed on us, that we would be called children of God; and such we are. And everyone who has this hope fixed on Him purifies himself, just as He is pure.” (1 John 3:1, 3; NASB)
LEARN TOGETHER
Discussion Q’s
What’s your “one thing?” How would other people answer that about you?
Who are your examples? Who are you looking to? Listening to? Watching?
What kind of example are you? To your co-workers? Neighbors? Family?
CELEBRATE & REMEMBER TOGETHER
If you have the means to celebrate communion together, please do so - remembering the broken body and shed blood of Jesus for you.
“Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.” (John 6:35, ESV)
ADVENTURE TOGETHER
In this next section, begin to dream together: what does it look like for you to be the church this week where God has placed you? What does that look like on your block, your street, at your work, in your family and with your friendships?
We would love to hear your ideas and suggestions on how you can be the Body of Christ in this new and unprecedented time. Feel free to share your ideas by emailing the staff or by posting on Realm.
Benediction - Prayer of Sending
“May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the steadfastness of Christ.” (2 Thessalonians 3:5, ESV)
Giving
Our giving at Reality is primarily an act of worship- a response to the generosity of Jesus towards us.
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