Reading of the Law of God
Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only
such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace
to those who hear. Ephesians 4.29
Confession of Sin
Our Father, we admit that we have failed with our words. By
our words we tear down instead of encourage. By our words we express annoyance
instead of patience. By our words we show that we consider our desires more
important than the needs of others. We ask that You would forgive these sins of
our mouths. Make us more aware of what we say to each other. Change our hearts
so that our words would give grace to those around us. We ask these things for
Jesus’ sake. Amen.
Declaration of Pardon
Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet
we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But he was pierced
for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement
that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. Isaiah 53.4-5