Theme of the Day: Followers Of Christ Make Selfless Sacrifices
“What’s in it for me?” It’s easy to look at life through the lens of that question, to make decisions based on perceived personal benefit. Perhaps at times we look at Christianity through that lens, wondering what we will gain from following Christ. “What’s in it for me?” Jesus first disciples asked that question. They hoped that following Christ would bring prestige and honor. They assumed following Christ would make life easier. But it doesn’t work like that. Followers of Christ are called to sacrifice for the well-being of others.
“What’s in it for me?” Everything! Because of Christ’s ultimate sacrifice, followers of Christ have the peace of his forgiveness. Followers of Christ have the joy of meaningful purpose. Followers of Christ look forward to an eternity of glory in Christ’s heavenly kingdom. In Spirit-wrought gratitude, followers of Christ make selfless sacrifices with joy.
Mark 10:32-45
Isaiah 53:10-12
1 Corinthians 9:7-12,19-23
Psalm: 62A
737 – Lord, Help Us Walk Your Servant Way
540 – O Jesus So Sweet, O Jesus So Mild
661 – Draw Near and Take the Body of Your Lord
673 – O Lord, We Praise You
748 – Brothers, Sisters, Let Us Gladly
Prayer of the Day: Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift of grace that we come into your presence and offer true and faithful service. Grant that our worship on earth may always be pleasing to you, and in the life to come give us the fulfillment of what you have promised; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. Alleluia.