“Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy. 19 You will again have compassion on us; you will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea. 20 You will be faithful to Jacob, and show love to Abraham, as you pledged on oath to our ancestors in days long ago.” Micah 7:18-20 NIV
God of mercy, faithfulness and love,
Micah has not minced his words he, has spoken it like it was hit hard uncovering their sin. He must have known it would loose him friends, lose his standing in the community and any goodwill he may have had! But it needed to be said. He did not run away or make it nice and King Hezekiah and the leaders heard, returned to You and were blessed (Jeremiah 26:18,19).
Thank You that You are the God who tells it like it is so that we can come and receive pardon and forgiveness. There is no longer just a remnant but You came because You so loved the whole world (John 3:16). You promised Abraham that through him all nations would be blessed (Genesis 12:3) and that has come true! You keep your promises.
You cannot ignore sin but do not stay angry or retain memory of our guilt when we come to You as our God and Saviour. Mercy takes it the place of anger. Today we can worship You and be free to live in Christ as a new creation, the old has gone and the new has come. (2 Corinthians 5:17). All our sins are gone. Praise God,
In Jesus name we pray.
Faithful God,
We bring to You all our family, friends and neighbours, fellow worshippers and believers and those we know through work, hobbies and contacts. So many different circumstances, needs and faith. We ask that You would meet their needs spiritually and meet their earthly needs for their best and bless them with Your light and love.
We continue to plead for the people of Ukraine and for an end to war and a new beginning to peace. We pray for the Russian Army and those who do not wish to fight and kill but have no choice. Oh Lord bring oit to an end with justice and a right way forward.
We bring the people of Hawaii to you. Please help them and uphold and comfort those who were bereaved of family and the fire. . Provide them with all they need in practical and emotional and spiritual needs.
Speak to Your church today through Your Word. Help them by Your Spirit to worship and praise You for who You are and what YOu have done and given us in Jesus.
Thank You for today.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Worship Sunday 13th August 2023
These two short chorus’s really made me smile. To the point and very true! The words are underneath.
Cheer up, ye saints of God.
There’s nothing to worry about.
Nothing to make you feel afraid,
Nothing to make you doubt.
Remember, Jesus never fails,
So why not trust Him and shout,
You’ll be sorry you worried at all tomorrow morning!
Lyrics: Alex Burns
Gone, Gone, Gone, Gone!
Yes, My Sins Are Gone.
Now My Soul Is Free
And In My Hearts A Song;
Buried In The Deepest Sea.
Yes, That’s Good Enough For Me;
I Shall Live Eternally,
Praise God! My Sins Are Gone!
Lyrics: Helen Griggs