2. Opening P: Let us begin in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. All: Amen.

3. The advent of our King (LHS 11)

4. The advent of our King Our prayers must now employ, And we must hymns of welcome sing In strains of holy joy. 1 of 5

5. The everlasting Son Incarnate deigns to be; Himself a servant’s form puts on To set His servants free. 2 of 5

6. O Zion’s daughter, rise To meet Thy lowly king; Nor let thy faithless heart despise The peace He comes to bring. 3 of 5

7. As judge on clouds of light, He soon will come again, And His true members will unite With Him in heaven to reign. 4 of 5

8. All glory to the Son, Who comes to set us free, With Father, Spirit, ever one, Through all eternity. 5 of 5

10. P: John came to bear witness to the light, so that all might believe through him. C: The true light, who enlightens everyone, was coming into the world.

11. P: Lord Jesus, you are the light of the world. John the Baptist preached that people should repent and get ready for you to come. Come into our hearts, and help us to welcome you. Amen.

12. P: We now light the second Advent Candle as we continue to wait in anticipation for the coming of our Lord.

13. The Lord be with you And also with you. Let us pray.

14. PRAYER OF THE DAY Merciful God, you sent your messengers to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation. Turn us away from our sins, so that we greet our coming redeemer, Jesus Christ, with joy. For he lives with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

15. First Reading: Isaiah 40:1-11 Prepare the way of the Lord BIBLE READING RESPONSE AFTER THE READING… R: This is the Word of the Lord C: Thanks be to God!

16. Second Reading: 2 Peter 3:8-15a The day of the Lord BIBLE READING RESPONSE AFTER THE READING… R: This is the Word of the Lord C: Thanks be to God!

17. The Gospel according to… Mark 1:1-8 Mark 1:1-8 John the Baptist John the Baptist prepares the way

18. The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth. And 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, dead and buried.

19. He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sits at the right hand of God, the Father almighty, from thence he will come to judge the living and the dead.

20. 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.

22. THE POWER OF YOUR Version 2

23. Verse 1 Lord you come to me, And as my heart is changed, released This miracle of grace gently sets me free And Lord I’ve come to know, The weaknesses I see in me, Will be stripped away By the power of your love.

24. Chorus You hold me close, You’ve let your love surround me, For you’ve come near To draw me to your side. And in your life I’m rising like the eagle And I will soar with you As your spirit leads me on In the power of your love

25. Verse 2 Lord unveil my eyes, You let me see you face to face In the knowledge of your love As you live, in me. You renew my mind As your will unfolds in my life In living every day In the power of your love

26. Chorus You hold me close, You’ve let your love surround me, For you’ve come near To draw me to your side. And in your life I’m rising like the eagle And I will soar with you As your spirit leads me on In the power of your love

27. Verse 3 Lord you’ve come to all With hope that shines to light the way As mercy soothes our souls, healing every heart. Love that sees the tears Overcomes our darkest fears Grace that lifts us up In the power of your love

28. Chorus You hold me close, You’ve let your love surround me, For you’ve come near To draw me to your side. And in your life I’m rising like the eagle And I will soar with you As your spirit leads me on In the power of your love © Geoff Bullock / CCLI Licence No. 225140

29. SERMON

30. SOCKS & HANDKERCHIEFS Week 2: Gift Returned

31. JOHN 1:1 - 14 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

32. JOHN 1:1 - 14 6 There was a man sent from God whose name was John. 7 He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all might believe. 8 He himself was not the light; he came only as a witness to the light.

33. JOHN 1:1 - 14 9 The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world. 10 He was in the world, and though the world was made through him, the world did not recognize him.11 He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. 12 Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— 13 children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God.

34. JOHN 1:1 - 14 14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.

40. SOCKS & HANDKERCHIEFS Week 2: Gift Returned

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43. 20%

45. “God so loved the world that he gave his only son” (John 3:16).

46. JOHN 1:11 “He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him.”

47. JOHN 1:11 “He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him.” …own world, his own things, his own stuff “own people”

48. Receive = “παραλαμβάνω (paralambanō) = “to take to oneself / to embrace or grasp hold of something / to make it ones own”

49. JOHN 1:11 “He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him.”

50. I.REASON FOR THE REJECTION

51. II. RESULT OF THE REJECTION

52. THE RICH YOUNG RULER MARK 10

53. 22 At this the man’s face fell. He went away sad, because he had great wealth.

54. THE RICH YOUNG RULER MARK 10 “Jesus looked at him and loved him!” (v21)

56. “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him, will not perish but have everlasting life!” (John 3:16)

58. P: Friends in Christ: Let us draw near to God our Father with a true heart to confess our sins, and ask him in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to forgive us. (silent reflection)

59. P: Our help is in the name of the Lord. C: He made heaven and earth. P: I said, I will confess my sins to the Lord. C: Then he forgave the guilt of my sin.

60. C: Almighty God, merciful Father, I, a poor helpless sinner, confess to you all my sins, and repent of all the evil I have done. I have deeply displeased you and deserve your punishment in time and in eternity.

61. But I am sorry for my sins, and I ask you, for the sake of the holy innocent sufferings and death of your dear Son Jesus Christ, to be gracious and merciful to me. Amen.

62. FORGIVENESS

63. During this next song, your offering for the work of the Lord will be received

65. 1 of 5 Come, Lord Jesus, come into this weary world. O, how we long for you to come, Lord, come.

66. 2 of 5 Wars have come and wars have gone; Come, Lord, come! Still the cry goes up, ‘How long?’ Come, Lord, come! Come, Lord Jesus, come into this weary world. O, how we long for you to come, Lord, come.

67. 3 of 5 Hearts are breaking tears fall down; Come, Lord, come! Come and free us, we are bound Come, Lord, come! Come, Lord Jesus, come into this weary world. O, how we long for you to come, Lord, come.

68. 4 of 5 Darkness grows as night wears on; Come, Lord, come! Will we live to see the dawn? Come, Lord, come! Come, Lord Jesus, come into this weary world. O, how we long for you to come, Lord, come.

69. 5 of 5 Nations rise and nations fall; Come, Lord, come! God is with us through it all Come, Lord, come! Come, Lord Jesus, come into this weary world. O, how we long for you to come, Lord, come.

70. P: Lord, lead us to show in our lives, by our repentance and faith, that we are your people. As you have made us holy, help us to live holy lives, dedicated to you, preparing the way for your coming. AMEN OFFERTORY PRAYER

72. Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Jesus, name called Wonderful, Jesus, our great Comforter, Jesus, true and mighty God, Jesus, everlasting Father, Jesus, Prince of peace, we praise you and we bless your holy name.

73. Jesus, Son of David, Jesus, Branch of Jesse, Jesus, Rose of Sharon, Jesus, Lily of the valley, Jesus, bright and Morning Star, deliver us from our sins.

74. Jesus, Sceptre of Israel, Jesus, Light of the Gentiles, Jesus, desire of all nations, Jesus, Sun of righteousness, Jesus, Lawgiver, Priest, Judge, and King, help us and bless us. Jesus, hear us, and prepare us for your coming.

75. Gather your ancient people, the Jews, to yourself; bring all Gentiles to your light and truth; convert all leaders and rulers of nations to fall down before you and to seek your glory. Listen to our prayer, Lord, and hear our cry for help.

76. Help your messengers to prepare the way before you; let all the nations fear you; give your servants righteousness and knowledge; preserve all who put their trust in you; and give peace to all your people. Listen to our prayer, Lord, and hear our cry for help.

77. Prepare us for your coming, and save us from our sins. Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Amen.

78. Silent Reflection Let’s reflect quietly as God prepares our hearts for Holy Communion.

79. Holy Communion P: The Lord be with you C: And also with you. P: Lift up your hearts. C: We lift them to the Lord. P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C: It is right to give our thanks and praise.

80. Holy Communion P: It is indeed right and good, Lord God, holy Father, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks to you through Jesus Christ our Lord. And so, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn:

81. Holy Communion C: Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

82. The Lord’s Prayer 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 for ever. Amen.

83. Holy Communion Words of Institution

84. Holy Communion P: Blessed are those who have been invited to the wedding feast of the Lamb. C: Thanks be to God

85. The Distribution If this is what you believe, then you are welcome to partake in Holy Communion, whether you are a member of this congregation or not. Holy Communion is for believers in Jesus who desire to receive God’s forgiveness and believe that Christ is present in this celebration as they eat the bread and drink the wine.

86. Prayer after Holy Communion Merciful God, may the body and blood of Christ which we have received in this meal give us strength to turn away from our sins, so that we may greet our coming redeemer, Jesus Christ, with joy. For he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. C: Amen

87. Sending Out P: Christ, the Sun of Righteousness, shine on you and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory...

88. The Blessing P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious towards you. The Lord look upon you with favour and give you  peace. C: Amen.

89. SONG: MINE EYES HAVE SEEN THE GLORY OF THE COMING OF THE KING (TIS 315)

90. Mine eyes have seen the glory Of the coming of the Lord He is trampling out the vintage Where the grapes of wrath are stored He has loosed the fateful lightning Of His terrible swift sword His truth is marching on

91. Glory glory hallelujah His truth is marching on

92. He has sounded forth the trumpet That shall never call retreat He is sifting out the hearts of men Before His judgment seat O be swift my soul to answer Him Be jubilant my feet Our God is marching on

93. Glory glory hallelujah Our God is marching on

94. In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born across the sea With a glory in His bosom That transfigures you and me As He died to make men holy Let us live to make men free While God is marching on

95. Glory glory hallelujah Our God is marching on

96. He is coming like the glory of the morning on the wave, He is wisdom to the mighty, He is honour to the brave; So the world shall be His footstool, and the soul of time His slave, Our God is marching on.

97. Glory glory hallelujah Our God is marching on CCLI Song # 24133 Julia Ward Howe | William Steffe © Public Domain CCLI Licence # 225140

98. Please stand for Silent Prayer as the bell is rung

99. Advent reminds us that our whole life ought to be a time of preparing for Christ’s return