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Amos 1-2

Psalm 103

Sunday Sermon

The sermon on Resurrection Sunday, April 20, is again on Isaiah 53. Read and meditate on Isaiah 53 before the worship gathering.

PRAY

Romans 13:1

“Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.”

Pray for our country and governing officials. Pray that they would rule justly and do what is right and good for all. Pray for the conversion of lost governing officials, that they would experience a true heart change, repent, and turn to Christ. Pray for peace in our country amid the sharp divisions. Ask God to give you peace regardless of political circumstances and to help you “be subject” to the governing authorities, always standing firm in the truth, but with Christlikeness, with all “gentleness and respect” (1 Peter 3:15).

You can also take some time bring these things before the Lord.

• Confess your sins.
• The Lost
• The Church
• Your Needs

Faith Groups

• What does Isaiah 53 reveal about the nature and purpose of the suffering servant?
• Discuss how the servant's suffering is described and what it accomplishes.
• How does Isaiah 53 connect to the concept of atonement and redemption?
• In what ways do the truths we see in Isaiah 53 apply to our Christian lives practically? For example, how does Isaiah 53 apply to Christian forgiveness?
• What is most meaningful to you about Easter?

Sing

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