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Worship Welcome Welcome to God’s house at Redeemer! This week once again God shows

us through his Word what faith means in our lives. Today we hear God call us to live in humility, trusting that he is Lord of all and blessing others

by serving them in love. May God lead us to a life of humble faith.

Prayer before Worship Merciful Father, thank you for bringing me safely here to your house. For-give me for the times that I failed to serve you in the past week. I trust in your promises of forgiveness and rejoice in the peace you freely give. Bless me in this time of worship and accept my prayers and praise in Jesus’ name.

Order of Worship Service of the Word (Christian Worship, p. 38)

Theme: Faith Means: Living in Humility

18th Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2018

PRE-SERVICE MUSIC & WORDS OF WELCOME

OPENING HYMN CW Hymnal, #223 As We Begin Another Week

Please stand after the hymn.

P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the

fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you. C: And also with you. (spoken)

P: We have come into the presence of God, who created us to love and to

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.

C: 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.

P: 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.

C: Amen.

CONFESSION & FORGIVENESS OF SINS

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P: In the peace of forgiveness, let us praise the Lord:

OH, TASTE AND SEE

PRAYER OF THE DAY P: Let us pray: Lord God, you call us to work in your kingdom and leave no one

standing idle. Help us to order our lives by your wisdom and to serve you in willing obedience; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Please be seated.

PRAYER AND PRAISE

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FIRST LESSON Jeremiah 11:18-20 Jeremiah humbly trusted the Lord

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Because the Lord revealed their plot to me, I knew it, for at that time he showed me what they were doing.

19 I had been like a gentle lamb led to the

slaughter; I did not realize that they had plotted against me, saying,

“Let us destroy the tree and its fruit; let us cut him off from the land of the living, that his name be remembered no more.”

20But, O Lord Almighty, you who judge righteously

and test the heart and mind, let me see your vengeance upon them,

for to you I have committed my cause.

PSALM 31 CW Hymnal, p. 77 The believer trusts in God’s goodness

Verses will be sung responsively with pastor. Refrains and glory be… sung in unison.

SECOND LESSON James 3:13-18

Humility is part of heavenly wisdom

13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good

life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. 14

But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.

15 Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is

earthly, unspiritual, of the devil. 16

For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.

17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-

loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.

18 Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of

righteousness.

VERSE OF THE DAY

P: Alleluia. My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Alleluia. (2 Corinthians 12:9a)

THE WORD OF GOD

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Please stand for the Gospel reading

GOSPEL LESSON Mark 9:30-37 Jesus preaches humility

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They left that place and passed through Galilee. Jesus did not want anyone to know where they were,

31 because he was teaching his disciples.

He said to them, “The Son of Man is going to be betrayed into the hands of men. They will kill him, and after three days he will rise.”

32 But they did not

understand what he meant and were afraid to ask him about it.

33 They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them,

“What were you arguing about on the road?” 34

But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest.

35 Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “If anyone wants to be

first, he must be the very last, and the servant of all.”

36 He took a little child and had him stand among them. Taking him in his

arms, he said to them, 37

“Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the one who sent me.” After the Gospel, the congregation sings:

Please be seated.

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

HYMN OF THE DAY CW Hymnal, #486 Lord of Glory, You Have Bought Us

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SERMON (Based on James 3:13-17)

“Heavenly Wisdom is Humble and Pure”

Please stand after the sermon.

CONFESSION OF FAITH (The 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. 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.

Please be seated.

OFFERING OF THANKSGIVING Members of Redeemer give offerings to God to support his work in our church.

Visitors may give if they want, but should not feel obligated. We ask members and visitors to please sign the friendship register at this time.

Please stand after the offering.

PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH The pastor ends each request with the words “Lord in your mercy…” The congregation responds “Hear our prayer.”

P: ...Lord, in your mercy. C: Hear our prayer.

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 forever. Amen.

THANKSGIVING

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Please be seated.

SERMON HYMN CW Hymnal, #523 God of Grace and God of Glory

CLOSING PRAYER P: Almighty God, we thank you for teaching us the things you want us to

believe and do. Help us by your Holy Spirit to keep your Word in pure hearts that we may be strengthened in faith, guided in holiness, and comforted in life and in death, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

BLESSING OF THE LORD P: Brothers and sisters, go in peace. Live in harmony with one another.

Serve the Lord with gladness. The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look on you with favor and give you peace.

CLOSING HYMN CW Hymnal, #623 verses 1 & 4 God the Father, Son, and Spirit

SILENT PRAYER & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Serving God, Serving us Worship Leader: Pastor Ryan Wolfe

Organist: Peg Schadler

Fellowship & Spiritual Growth Today After worship, all are invited to enjoy snacks and fellowship in the coffee area and fellowship hall. Sunday school for children ages 3 to 8th starts at 10:30am in the main sanctuary and Adult Bible study begins at the same time in the fellowship hall.

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For Worship Next Week

Worship theme: Faith means: Letting go of envy & jealousy Bible Readings: Numbers 11:16, 24-29; Philippians 1:12-18a, Mark 9:38-50 Hymns: 229, 462, 471, 318

REDEEMER NEWS & NOTES

Touch up Painting in the Childcare We are in need of a few people that enjoy painting to help with touch up work in our childcare rooms. We’ll supply the paint and brushes if you supply the time. If you can help (on your schedule outside of childcare times) please call or text Amanda Ofstie at 701-226-0212. Thank you for sharing in our ministry!

Annual Bake & Craft Sale—October 7th Redeemer’s annual Craft & Bake Sale will be held Sunday, October 7th, after worship. Donations of craft items or baked goods are welcome and can be brought to church Saturday the 6th from 10am-1pm. Proceeds from the sale support our Sunday school program. Please talk to Pastor Wolfe or Dianne Knell for more information.

Trunk or Treat The weather has changed and fall is near. Trunk or Treat has become one of our biggest community events, and this year’s event is scheduled for 3-5pm Saturday, October 27th. If you plan to decorate a car and hand out candy with us, please sign up online or in the church office. Remember, we’ll have a $25 gift card for the best decorated car so get signed up, get thinking, and plan for another fun evening!

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Marilyn Schwartzbauer: 701-226-4413

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THIS WEEK AT REDEEMER

TODAY (September 23rd) Choir Practice .................................................................................. 8:00am WORSHIP SERVICE ........................................................................... 9:00am Coffee, Snacks & Fellowship ......................................................... 10:00am Sunday School & Adult Bible Study ............................................... 10:30am Last week’s service broadcast on cable access 12 ......................... 11:30am Sunday School Teacher’s Meeting ............................................... 11:30am

MONDAY Handbell Practice ............................................................................. 5:30pm Men’s Bible Study & Fellowship @ Our Saviour’s ............................ 6:30pm WORSHIP SERVICE ........................................................................... 7:00pm

TUESDAY Christian Schools Board ................................................................... 7:30pm

WEDNESDAY Catechism Class at Our Saviour’s ..................................................... 6:00pm

THURSDAY “Morning Glory” Bible Study .......................................................... 10:00am Pages on the Prairie Book Club ........................................................ 7:00pm

NEXT SUNDAY (September 30th) Choir Practice .................................................................................. 8:00am WORSHIP SERVICE with COMMUNION ............................................ 9:00am Coffee, Snacks & Fellowship ......................................................... 10:00am Sunday School & Adult Bible Study ............................................... 10:30am

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Welcome to All Who Have Gathered to Worship Our Lord!

FOR OUR GUESTS We are pleased that you have joined us for worship. If you have questions about our service simply ask an usher or someone near you. We’re happy to help. Please take note of a few special things:

Restrooms and drinking fountains are located off the church entry. Diaper changing tables are in the restrooms opposite the kitchen.

Our sanctuary is equipped with an amplified “loop” system for hearing assistance. Please set hearing aids to the “T” position or ask an usher about assistive devices available in the entry.

During the collection of our weekly offering, our members and guests sign our Friendship register, located on the end of each pew. Please share your name and address, and pass it to the person next to you. During this time we invite you to greet those around you.

FOR THOSE WITH SMALL CHILDREN

We love to see families worship together and we welcome children to sing and pray and grow with us in our services. Please note these special worship aids and helps for families:

If you have small children who need to be nursed or quieted for a few moments, you may make use of our “cry room” on the left side of the sanctuary. Window shading & sound volume are adjustable.

Children’s bulletins & “quiet bags” for your child’s use in worship are available in the entry, near the left door into the sanctuary.

Redeemer Lutheran Church exists to give praise, honor and glory to the Triune God

and to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with the people of our congregation, community and world.