Reading of the Law of God
Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way
is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the
gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it
are few. Matthew 7.13-14
Confession of Sin
Our Father, forgive us when we complain about the
difficulties of living as faithful disciples in this fallen world. Our Lord
Jesus told us that the way to life would be hard. Forgive us and convince our
hearts that the difficulties are more than worth it since this is the way by
which we will gain eternal life. Amen.
Declaration of Pardon
There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in
Christ Jesus. Romans 8.1