Jesus announces, “The Kingdom of God is near,” and immediately calls his first disciples to follow Him. But what is this Kingdom, and who is this King?
A brief survey of selected verses from the Psalms and the prophets reveals God Himself is the King and His Kingdom is eternal. Jesus, God’s Son in human form—now among us, ushers in His Kingdom as a Shepherd-King.
Like King David of the Old Testament, Jesus is a King who calls out to his own; it is a call to repent, to believe, and to follow. This King is one who also protects, anoints, and feeds his people, His flock. As the Good Shepherd He is the one, true King. He calls to you. Follow Him!
Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Jon Lange.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 113:1–3, 4, 7–8
- Old Testament reading is from Jonah 3:1–5, 10
- Epistle reading is from 1 Corinthians 7:29–35
- Holy Gospel is from Mark 1:14–20
Hymns:
- His Mercy Is More
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Tune and text by Matt Boswell and Matt Papa
© 2016 Getty Music Hymns and Songs, Getty Music Publishing,
Love Your Enemies Publishing, and Messenger Hymns
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - “Come, Follow Me,” Said Christ, the Lord
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Text by Johann Scheffler, 1624-77; tr. Charles W. Schaeffer, 1813-96
alt. Tune by Bartholomaus Gesius, c.1555-1613, adapt. - There Is a Redeemer
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Text and tune by Melody Green
© 1982 Birdwing Music
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
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Text by Isaac Watts
Tune by Lowell Mason
Public domain
Announcements:
- Sunday Morning Bible Study Time Change
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Our Sunday morning Zoom Bible study will be held at 11:30 AM this Sunday, January 24, 2021.
- Sunday School
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Students in preschool through 8 grade are invited downstairs immediately after Communion for a brief (5-10 minute) period where they can grab a pre-packaged snack, hear a short message and take home materials to work on at home.
- Youth and Adult Confirmation Classes Cancelled for Sunday Jan 24
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The Youth and Adult Confirmation classes have been cancelled for Sunday, January 24th, and will resume Sunday, January 31st.
- Wednesday Evening Group Study
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Join us Wednesday evenings at 7 PM for a group study led by Aaron via Zoom.
- Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group (6th-12th Grade)
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Join us Tuesday night at church for Bible study, fellowship and fun from 6:30-8:00 PM.
Upcoming serve opportunities: Homeless Outreach in Granite City February 13th 12:30-3:00 PM.
- Metro-East Lutheran High School Open House
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Metro-East Lutheran High School will host an open house on Sunday, Jan. 31, from 1 PM to 3 PM. All are invited to visit our dynamic school, get a tour of our campus, meet our faculty and get answers to your questions about everything from academics and extracurriculars to tuition and financial aid.
- Women of Faith Bible Study
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This brand new, women’s Bible study is offered to all women ages 19 and up. The focus of this study is to live out our calling of biblically mentoring one another in the church as Paul describes in Titus 2.
- Mosaic Baby Bottle Campaign
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The Mosaic Baby Bottle Campaign is here! Please pick up a baby bottle in the narthex, fill it with change or your donation and bring it back by 2/14.
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