Good Shepherd Welcomes You “To fully know Christ’s love and in love make Him fully known to all”

February 17 th & 18 th, 2013 Pastor Jeff Wegner Good Shepherd Lutheran Church FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT

AS WE GATHER Each of us battles with temptation every day, and the results are too obvious to mention. Christ was no stranger to temptation either. He battled, yet without sin... for us and our eternal righteousness. This message of victory gives us confidence as we journey through the wilderness of sin in true repentance.

OPENING HYMN CW 200 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

OPENING HYMN A mighty fortress is our God, A trusty shield and weapon; He helps us free from ev’ry need That has us now o’ertaken. The old evil foe Now means deadly woe; Deep guile and great might Are his dread arms in fight; On earth is not his equal. CW 200, v.1 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

OPENING HYMN With might of ours can naught be done; Soon were our loss effected. But for us fights the valiant one Whom God himself elected. You ask, “Who is this?” Jesus Christ it is, The almighty Lord. And there’s no other God; He holds the field forever. CW 200, v.2 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

OPENING HYMN Through devils all the world should fill, All eager to devour us, We tremble not, we fear no ill; They shall not overpow’r us. This world’s price may still Scowl fierce as he will, He can harm us none. He’s judged; the deed is done! One little word can fell him. CW 200, v.3 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

OPENING HYMN The Word they still shall let remain, Nor any thanks have for it; He’s by our side upon the plain With his good gifts and spirit. And do what they will— Hate, steal, hurt, or kill— Though all may be gone, Our victory is won; The kingdom’s ours forever! CW 200, v.4 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

INVOCATION Pastor: In the name of the Father and of the  Son and of the Holy Spirit. People: Amen.

CONFESSION OF SINS Pastor: We have come into the presence of God, who created us to love and serve him as his dear children. But we have disobeyed him and deserve only his wrath and punishment. Therefore, let us confess our sins to him and plead for his mercy. People: 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. 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.

CONFESSION OF SINS Pastor: God, our heavenly Father has forgiven all your sins. By the perfect life and innocent death of our Lord Jesus Christ, he has removed your guilt forever. You are his own dear child. May God give you strength to live according to his will People: Amen.

PRAYER AND PRAISE Pastor: In the peace of forgiveness, let us praise the Lord. People: (sing) 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. Your faithfulness continues forever. Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good. Blessed are they who take refuge in him.

PRAYER OF THE DAY Pastor : (Silence is kept for prayer.) Lord our strength, the battle of good and evil rages within and around us, and our ancient foe tempts us with his deceits and empty promises. Keep us steadfast in your Word, and when we fall, raise us up again and restore us through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. People: Amen.

OLD TESTAMENT Joshua 7: Early the next morning Joshua had Israel come forward by tribes, and Judah was chosen. 17 The clans of Judah came forward, and the Zerahites were chosen. He had the clan of the Zerahites come forward by families, and Zimri was chosen. 18 Joshua had his family come forward man by man, and Achan son of Karmi, the son of Zimri, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, was chosen. 19 Then Joshua said to Achan, “My son, give glory to the LORD, the God of Israel, and honor him. Tell me what you have done; do not hide it from me.” 20 Achan replied, “It is true! I have sinned against the LORD, the God of Israel. This is what I have done: 21 When I saw in the

OLD TESTAMENT Joshua 7:16-26 plunder a beautiful robe from Babylonia, two hundred shekels of silver and a bar of gold weighing fifty shekels, I coveted them and took them. They are hidden in the ground inside my tent, with the silver underneath.” 22 So Joshua sent messengers, and they ran to the tent, and there it was, hidden in his tent, with the silver underneath. 23 They took the things from the tent, brought them to Joshua and all the Israelites and spread them out before the LORD. 24 Then Joshua, together with all Israel, took Achan son of Zerah, the silver, the robe, the gold bar, his sons and daughters, his cattle, donkeys and sheep, his tent and all that he had, to the Valley of

OLD TESTAMENT Joshua 7:16-26 Achor. 25 Joshua said, “Why have you brought this trouble on us? The LORD will bring trouble on you today.” Then all Israel stoned him, and after they had stoned the rest, they burned them. 26 Over Achan they heaped up a large pile of rocks, which remains to this day. Then the LORD turned from his fierce anger. Therefore that place has been called the Valley of Achor ever since. Pastor: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

PSALM Psalm 91 – CW p. 100

PSALM Refrain Keep me, keep me as the apple of your eye. Hide me, hide me in the shadow of your wings. He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High* will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord,* “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91

PSALM Refrain Keep me, keep me as the apple of your eye. Hide me, hide me in the shadow of your wings. You will not fear the terror of the night,* nor the arrow that flies by day. If you make the Most High your dwelling,* then no harm will befall you, no disaster will come near your tent. Psalm 91

PSALM For he will command his angels concerning you* to guard you in all your ways; They will lift you up in their hands,* so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. Psalm 91

PSALM Glory be to the Father and to the Son* and to the Holy Spirit, As it was in the beginning,* is now, and will be forever, Amen. Refrain Keep me, keep me as the apple of your eye. Hide me, hide me in the shadow of your wings. Psalm 91

EPISTLE Hebrews 4: Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. 16 Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. Pastor: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

VERSE OF THE DAY ALL: It is written: “Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.” (Matthew 4:10b)

GOSPEL Luke 4: Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, left the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, 2 where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and at the end of them he was hungry. 3 The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of God, tell this stone to become bread.” 4 Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone.’” 5 The devil led him up to a high place and showed him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. 6 And he said to him, “I will give you all their authority and splendor; it has been given to me, and I can give it to anyone I want to. 7 If you worship me, it will all be yours.” 8 Jesus answered, “It is written:

GOSPEL Luke 4:1-13 ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve him only.’” 9 The devil led him to Jerusalem and had him stand on the highest point of the temple. “If you are the Son of God,” he said, “throw yourself down from here. 10 For it is written: “‘He will command his angels concerning you to guard you carefully; 11 they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.’” 12 Jesus answered, “It is said: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” 13 When the devil had finished all this tempting, he left him until an opportune time. Pastor: This is the Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, O Christ

HYMN OF THE DAY CW 455 Rise! To Arms! With Prayer Employ You

HYMN OF THE DAY Rise! To arms! With prayer employ you, O Christians, lest the foe destroy you, For Satan has designed your fall. Wield God’s Word, a weapon glorious; Against each foe you’ll be victorious; Our God will set you o’er them all. Fear not the prince of hell— Here is Immanuel! Sing hosanna! The strong ones yield to Christ, our shield, And we as conqu’rors hold the field. CW 455, v.1 Rise! To Arms! With Prayer Employ You

HYMN OF THE DAY Jesus, all your children cherish, And keep them that they never perish Whom you have purchase with your blood. Let new life to us be given That we may look to you in heaven Whenever fearful is our mood. Your Spirit on us pour That we may love you more, Hearts o’erflowing; And then shall we, From sin set free, Sing praise through all eternity. CW 455, v.2 Rise! To Arms! With Prayer Employ You

SERMON Joshua 7:16-26 TAKE GOD AT HIS WORD!TAKE GOD AT HIS WORD!

APOSTLES’ CREED I believe in God the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth. 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. The third day he rose again from the dead.

APOSTLES’ CREED 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. 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.

OFFERING OF GOD’S BELEIVING CHRISTIAN

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH Pastor: Having heard God's gracious Word, let us come before Him with our prayers for the Church around the world and for all people in their various needs. Let us pray for the Church here and wherever it is found... Guide and protect us, heavenly Father that we may both believe and confess our Lord's sacrifice and His resurrection. Provide faithful leaders to resist temptation, speak Your Word clearly, and lead Your people in growth of faith and numbers. Lord, in Your mercy, People: hear our prayer. 1 Timothy 2:1-4

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH Pastor: Let us pray for the leaders of this and every nation....Raise up, we pray, people with the abilities and resources to maintain justice and dignity for all the citizens of their land. Move those who make, administer, and judge the laws of this and every nation to provide peace and security so that the Church may flourish. Guide the leaders of all nations to seek peace and pursue righteousness. Lord, in Your mercy, People: hear our prayer. 1 Timothy 2:1-4

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH Pastor: Let us pray for all in harm's way.... Merciful Lord, guide and protect those who work for the defense of our nation and the security of our communities. Move police, firefighters, and emergency personnel to use every ability with which You have blessed them, giving them wisdom at critical moments of decision and patience during ongoing stress. Lord, in Your mercy, People: hear our prayer. 1 Timothy 2:1-4

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH Pastor: Let us pray for those who tend the sick, elderly, and impoverished....Lord Jesus strengthen with Your healing presence all health care workers, counselors, and aid workers so that they may be Your instruments to alleviate the suffering of those who are sick. Lord, in Your mercy, People: hear our prayer. 1 Timothy 2:1-4

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH Pastor: Let us pray for our congregation.... O Holy Spirit, grant us strength of faith to resist temptations, and courage to speak the faith You have planted in our hearts. Help us to give You the sacrifice of thanksgiving with our resources of time, treasure, and abilities. May all who see us give You the glory. Lord, in Your mercy, People: hear our prayer. 1 Timothy 2:1-4

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH Pastor: Let us pray for those near and dear to us [including…]. Visit and relieve them, heavenly Father, so that they may receive each new day with joy, according to Your gracious will. Lord, in Your mercy, People: hear our prayer. Pastor: These and any other things You would have us ask of You, O God, grant to us for the sake of the sufferings and death of Your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, and in whose name we further pray: 1 Timothy 2:1-4

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH People: Our Father in Heaven, Hallowed be your name, Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as in heaven. 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. For the kingdom, the power, And the glory are yours now and forever. Amen. 1 Timothy 2:1-4

HYMN CW 204 O God, Our Lord, Your Holy Word

HYMN O God, our Lord, Your holy Word Was long a hidden treasure Till to its place It was by grace Restore in fullest measure. For this today Our thanks we say And gladly glorify you. Your mercy show And grace bestow On all who still deny you. CW 204, v. 1 O God, Our Lord, Your Holy Word

HYMN Salvation true By faith in you— That is your gospel’s preaching, The heart and core Of Bible lore In all its sacred teaching. In Christ we must Put all our trust, Not in our deeds or labor; With conscience pure And heart secure Love you, Lord, and our neighbor. CW 204, v. 2 O God, Our Lord, Your Holy Word

HYMN Lord, you alone This work have done By your free grace and favor. All who believe Will grace receive Through Jesus Christ, our Savior. And though the foe Would overthrow Your Word with grim endeavor, All he has wrought Must come to naught— Your Word will stand forever! CW 204, v. 3 O God, Our Lord, Your Holy Word

HYMN Since you are mine, My Lord divine, Death holds no dreadful terrors; Your precious blood, My highest good, Has blotted out my errors. My thanks to you- Your Word is true! Fulfill your promise ever, And mercy give While here I live And heav’nly bliss forever. CW 204, v. 4 O God, Our Lord, Your Holy Word

CLOSING PRAYER Pastor: Almighty God, grant to your Church the Holy Spirit and the wisdom that comes from above. Let nothing hinder your Word from being freely proclaimed to the joy and edifying of Christ’s holy people, so that we may serve you in steadfast faith and confess your name as long as we live, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. People: Amen.

BLESSING Pastor: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,  the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be and abide with you all. People: Amen.

CLOSING HYMN CW 440 On Eagles’ Wings

CLOSING HYMN You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord, Who abide in his shadow for life, Say to the Lord: “My refuge, My rock in whom I trust!” Refrain And he will raise you up on eagles’ wings, Bear you on the breath of dawn, Make you to shine like the sun, And hold you in the palm of your hand. CW 440 v.1 On Eagles’ Wings

CLOSING HYMN Snares of the fowler will never capture you, And famine will bring you no fear; Under his wings your refuge, His faithfulness your shield. Refrain And he will raise you up on eagles’ wings, Bear you on the breath of dawn, Make you to shine like the sun, And hold you in the palm of your hand. CW 440 v.2 On Eagles’ Wings

CLOSING HYMN For to his angels he’s given a command To guard you in all your ways; Upon their hands they will bear you up, Lest you dash your foot against a stone. Refrain And he will raise you up on eagles’ wings, Bear you on the breath of dawn, Make you to shine like the sun, And hold you in the palm of your hand. CW 440 v.3 On Eagles’ Wings

Silent Prayer