Call to worship: (Based on Psalm 66:5-8)

Come and see what God has done: awesome deeds in our world 
God turned the sea into dry land; 
        our ancestors passed through the river on foot. 
So, let us rejoice in the LORD,
        who rules by this might forever, who keeps watch on the nations -
Bless our God, let the sound of God’s praise be heard!

First Hymn: 422 God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending

Prayer of Confession:

Loving God, who hears all prayers, we confess that we have not acknowledged you acting in our everyday lives. We ignore the small blessings and everyday miracles, expecting you to only interact in our lives in big ways. We disregard your hands working with us on a daily basis.  We sometimes believe that our day to day activities are insignificant to you, and forget how deep your love really is. Forgive us for our blindness to your work in our lives and those around us. Help us to call to mind that we are your beloved children; who you listen to, care for, and interact with in all things.

(Silent confession)

We ask these things in your Holy Name.

Amen

Old Testament reading: Psalm 66:8-20

New Testament reading: Philippians 4:4-13

Sermon Title: Strength is not only for Popeye and spinach

Second Hymn: 369 I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me