Video: Kenwood Church “COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS: The blessing of suffering.” - 8-8-21

  “COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS: The blessing of suffering.” 8-8-21

As we worship together "from house to house," we are joyful for the blessings we receive.  We gather to find strength to endure the trials that come our way.

If you cannot join us this Sunday, we invite you to sing along with the worship videos.  We encourage you to take the Lord’s Supper.  In this way, we can take communion together even though we are apart.  Pray for one another.  Watch my message, “COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS: The blessing of suffering.”  Respond to the invitation.  Enjoy the bonus video.

WORSHIP

COMMUNION

Read Hebrews‬ ‭12:1b-3‬ ‭NIV‬‬, “And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.”

‭Here is a communion prayer to say before you take the bread and the juice, “Father, we remember Jesus’ willing sacrifice for us.  We run the race because of his example of faithful endurance.  We thank you for this gift.  In Jesus’ name, amen.”

Take the Lord's Supper.

PRAYER

Pray for the strength to endure suffering.

MESSAGE

CHALLENGE

Our challenge will remain the same each week of this sermon series.  I just ask that you keep in mind the topic of each week’s message as you write down your weekly 3-2-1.  The topic this week is the blessing of suffering.

Write down 3 ways God bears your burdens daily.  Write down 2 needs God has met this week.  Write down 1 spiritual blessing in Christ that you cherish most.  Acknowledge God’s blessings.

INVITATION

It is our custom to offer an "invitation" following the preaching of the Word at Kenwood Church.  You may want to follow Jesus.  You may want to proclaim your faith.  You may want to repent (stop doing ungodly things and start doing Godly things).  Perhaps you want to be baptized for the forgiveness of your sins and receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.  Possibly, if you have already responded to God’s call in these way, you would like to become a member of Kenwood Church.  If you have been moved by the Holy Spirit to make a decision in your life, I encourage you to speak with me via phone (248-476-8222) or an email (toddlackie@kenwoodchurch.org).  I would be honored to speak with you about what God is doing in your life and try to connect you with a community of faith in your area.

Bonus Video