We deserve death

We have earned death
estranged forever from God
the pit, Hell, no future, no hope
we deserve death
no forgiveness, redemption
among the lost, all humanity

We cannot buy love
God’s forgiveness beyond our reach
cast out of the kingdom
condemned by the law

Only through Christ’s mercy
his life on the cross
forgiven, rising
we praise your name


March 22, 2012
John 3:16
John 3:14-21 (NRSV)
Ephesians 2:4-10 (NRSV)
2 Chronicles 36:22-23 (NRSV)
Worship Theme: Amazing Grace!
Call to Worship (Psalm 107:1-3) (NRSV)
Unison Prayer (Lectionary Worship Aides © 2002)
Prayer of Dedication (John 3:14-21 GBOD 2012)
Special Music: “Hymn of Promise”, UMH #707 (Choir/Sacred Dancers)
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
Hymn: “This Is a Day of New Beginnings”, UMH #383 (Revelations 21:5)
and Message for Children
and sermon, “What It Takes To Be Saved”
by Pastor Ruth Foss
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A Handmaiden of the Lord
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Suncook United Methodist Church
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Suncook, NH
Fourth Sunday in Lent
March 18, 2012

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