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
The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, “Behold, the Lamb
of God, who takes away the sin of the world! John 1.29