Matthew 3:1-12
“Vipers”
Rev. Benjamin J. Wines
This Sunday is the Second Sunday of Advent, and we will be lighting the Candle of Peace.
Rev. Benjamin Wines will bring the message, “Vipers”. Our Scripture passage comes from Matthew 3:1-12 and our Call to Worship comes from Psalm 72. We look forward to joining you in this time of Worship.
Call to Worship (from Psalm 72)
Leader: Give your king your justice, O God,
People: And your righteousness to a king’s son.
Leader: May he judge your people with righteousness, and your poor with justice.
People: May the mountains yield prosperity for the people.
Leader: May he defend the cause of the poor of the people,
People: Give deliverance to the needy, and crush the oppressor.
Leader: May he live while the sun endures,
People: And as long as the moon, throughout all generations.
Leader: May he be like rain that falls on the mown grass,
People: Like showers that water the earth.
Leader: In his days may righteousness flourish and peace abound,
People: Until the moon is no more.
Leader: Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel,
People: Who alone does wondrous things.
Leader: Blessed be his glorious name forever;
People: May his glory fill the whole earth. Amen and amen.
Questions for Further Reflection:
Advent is a season of preparation.
What things does it prepare us for?
What does it take to prepare ourselves for Christmas?
And how might John the Baptist’s challenge help us prepare?