James 5:13-20
“Prayer”
Rev. Benjamin Wines
Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost
Today is the Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost. Pastor Ben will bring the message, “Prayer”. Our Scripture passage comes from James 5:13-20 and our Call to Worship comes from Psalm 19. We look forward to joining you in this time of Worship.
Call to Worship (from Psalm 19)
Leader: The law of the Lord is perfect,
People: Reviving the soul;
Leader: The decrees of the Lord are sure,
People: Making wise the simple;
Leader: The precepts of the Lord are right,
People: Rejoicing the heart;
Leader: The commandment of the Lord is clear,
People: Enlightening the eyes;
Leader: The fear of the Lord is pure,
People: Enduring forever;
Leader: The ordinances of the Lord are true
People: And righteous altogether.
Leader: More to be desired are they than gold,
People: Even much fine gold;
Leader: Sweeter also than honey,
People: And drippings of the honeycomb.
Leader: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
People: Be acceptable to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.
Questions for Further Reading:
In this passage, James encourages the community to pray together.
How does prayer affect your individual relationship with God?
How does prayer shape a community’s relationship with God?