Jesus will return to judge the world Redeemer Lutheran Church Sunday, November 6th 2016

The Day is Surely Drawing Near CW #207 Verses 1-4 Text: Bartholomäus Ringwaldt, 1530-99 Setting: ES IST GEWISSLICH Tune: Joseph Klug, Geistliche Lieder auffs new gebessert, Wittenberg, 1535

The day is surely drawing near When God's Son, the Anointed, Verse 1: The day is surely drawing near When God's Son, the Anointed, Shall with great majesty appear As judge of all appointed. All mirth and laughter then shall cease When flames on flames will still increase, As Scripture truly teaches. CW #207

A trumpet loud shall then resound And all the earth be shaken. Verse 2: A trumpet loud shall then resound And all the earth be shaken. Then all who in their graves are found Shall from their sleep awaken And with the living in that hour, By the Almighty's boundless pow'r Be changed at his commanding. CW #207

A book is opened then to all, A record truly telling Verse 3: A book is opened then to all, A record truly telling What each has done, both great and small When he on earth was dwelling, And ev'ry heart be clearly seen, And all be known as they have been In thoughts and words and actions. CW #207

Then woe to those who scorned the Lord Verse 4: Then woe to those who scorned the Lord And sought but carnal pleasures, Who here despised his precious Word And loved their earthly treasures! With shame and trembling they will stand And at the judge's stern command To Satan be delivered. CW #207

Opening Verses Pastor: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you. All: And also with you.

Confession of Sin Pastor: We have come into the presence of God, who created us to love and to serve him as his dear children… Therefore, let us confess our sins to him and plead for his mercy.

Confession of Sin Merciful Father in heaven, I am altogether sinful from birth. In countless ways I have sinned against you and do not deserve to be called your child.

Confession of Sin But trusting in Jesus, my Savior, I pray: Have mercy on me according to your unfailing love. Cleanse me from my sin, and take away my guilt.

(Pastor announces our forgiveness) All: Amen.

Our Response of Praise Pastor: In the peace of forgiveness, let us praise the Lord.

Oh, Taste and See ♫ All: Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good. Blessed are they who take refuge in him. Your Word, O Lord, is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens.

Oh, Taste and See Your faithfulness continues forever. Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good. Blessed are they who take refuge in him.

(Pastor says the Prayer) Prayer of the Day Pastor: Let us pray. (Pastor says the Prayer) ♫ All: Amen.

God’s Word to His People Jeremiah 26:1-6 God will curse those who do not listen

God’s Word to His People 2 Thessalonians 1:3-10 God’s judgment is right and fearsome

Verse of the Day  All: Keep watch, therefore, for you know not When I shall reappear. Be not in sleep nor slumber caught; The day is almost here!

God’s Word to His People Luke 19:11-27 Use the Gospel wisely in preparation for Judgment Day

Gospel Pastor: This is the Word of the Lord.  All: Praise be to you, O Christ!

Amazing Grace by John Newton Sunday School Children

Verse 1: Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me I once was lost but now am found, Was blind, but now, I see.

Verse 2: T'was Grace that taught my heart to fear. And Grace, my fears relieve. How precious did that Grace appear the hour I first believed.

Refrain: My chains are gone, I've been set free My God, my Savior has ransomed me And like a flood His mercy reigns. Unending love, amazing grace.

Verse 1: Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me I once was lost but now am found, Was blind, but now, I see.

Refrain: My chains are gone, I've been set free My God, my Savior has ransomed me And like a flood His mercy reigns. Unending love, amazing grace.

Sunday School Cheildren Awesome God by Rich Mullins Sunday School Cheildren

Our God is an awesome God He reigns from heaven above Verse 1: Our God is an awesome God He reigns from heaven above With wisdom power and love, our God is an awesome God (5x)

Children’s Message “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” ~ Jesus ~

Great God, What Do I See and Hear CW #208 Verses 1-4 Text: Psalms and Hymns, Sheffield, 1802 (1) William B. Collyer, 1782-1854 (2-4) Setting: ES IST GEWISSLICH Tune: Joseph Klug, Geistliche Lieder auffs new gebessert, Wittenberg, 1535

Great God, what do I see and hear? The end of things created; Verse 1: Great God, what do I see and hear? The end of things created; The judge of mankind shall appear On clouds of glory seated. The trumpet sound; the graves restore The dead which they contained before; Prepare, my soul, to meet him! CW #208

The dead in Christ shall first arise At that last trumpet's sounding, Verse 2: The dead in Christ shall first arise At that last trumpet's sounding, Caught up to meet him in the skies, With joy their Lord surrounding. No gloomy fears their souls dismay; His presence sheds eternal day On those prepared to meet him. CW #208

But sinners filled with guilty fears Behold his wrath prevailing, Verse 3: But sinners filled with guilty fears Behold his wrath prevailing, For they shall rise and find their tears And sighs are unavailing; The day of grace is past and gone; They trembling stand before his throne, All unprepared to meet him. CW #208

O Christ, you died, and yet you live; To me account your merit, Verse 4: O Christ, you died, and yet you live; To me account your merit, My pardon seal, my sins forgive, And cleanse me by your Spirit. Beneath your cross I view the day When heav'n and earth shall pass away, And thus prepare to meet you. CW #208

Believe it, God’s judgment is right! 2 Thessalonians 1:3-10

Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth.

Apostles’ Creed I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell.

Apostles’ Creed The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.

Apostles’ Creed I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

In thankfulness for our salvation, we support God’s work with our offerings.

Prayer of the Church Pastor: …Lord, in your mercy All: hear our prayer.

Lord’s Prayer All: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as in heaven.

Lord’s Prayer Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

Lord’s Prayer For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

Oh, Day of Mourning CW #209 Verses 1-7 Day of Wrath, Oh, Day of Mourning CW #209 Verses 1-7 Text: attr. Thomas de Celano, c. 1190-c. 1260 (st. 1-6) Mark A. Jeske, b. 1952 (st. 7) Setting: DIES IRAE Tune: Latin melody, 13th cent

Day of wrath, oh, day of mourning! Verse 1: Day of wrath, oh, day of mourning! See fulfilled the prophets' warning: Heav'n and earth in ashes burning. CW #209

Death is struck and nature quaking; All creation is awaking, Verse 2: Death is struck and nature quaking; All creation is awaking, To its judge an answer making. CW #209

See, the book, exactly worded, Wherein all has been recorded— Verse 3: See, the book, exactly worded, Wherein all has been recorded— Thus shall judgment be awarded. CW #209

What shall I in awe be pleading, Who for me be interceding Verse 4: What shall I in awe be pleading, Who for me be interceding When your mercy I am needing? CW #209

King of majesty tremendous, Who does free salvation send us, Verse 5: King of majesty tremendous, Who does free salvation send us, Fount of pity, then befriend us. CW #209

Think, good Jesus—my salvation Caused your wondrous incarnation, Verse 6: Think, good Jesus—my salvation Caused your wondrous incarnation, Made you suffer my damnation! CW #209

On the cross your dying spared me; Just and righteous you declared me; Verse 7: On the cross your dying spared me; Just and righteous you declared me; I await the joy prepared me. CW #209

Prayer Pastor: (Pastor says prayer) ♫ All: Amen.

(Pastor says blessing) The Blessing Pastor: (Pastor says blessing) ♫ All: Amen, Amen, Amen.

The Day is Surely Drawing Near CW #207 Verses 5-6 Text: Bartholomäus Ringwaldt, 1530-99 Setting: ES IST GEWISSLICH Tune: Joseph Klug, Geistliche Lieder auffs new gebessert, Wittenberg, 1535

My Savior paid the debt I owe And for my sin was smitten; Verse 5: My Savior paid the debt I owe And for my sin was smitten; Within the Book of Life I know My name has now been written. I will not doubt, for I am free, And Satan cannot threaten me; There is no condemnation! CW #207

O Jesus Christ, do not delay, But hasten our salvation; Verse 6: O Jesus Christ, do not delay, But hasten our salvation; We often tremble on our way In fear and tribulation. Your saints are waiting patiently; Come, soon, Redeemer, make us free From ev'ry evil! Amen. CW #207

Silent Prayer

Jesus will return to judge the world Redeemer Lutheran Church Sunday, November 6th 2016