“COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS: The blessing of Jesus.” - 9-5-21

  "COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS: The blessing of Jesus.” 9-5-21

As we worship together "from house to house," we are gathered together to proclaim the glory of the Son of God, Jesus.

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 Jesus.”  Respond to the invitation.  Enjoy the bonus video.

WORSHIP

COMMUNION

Read ‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭10:16‬ ‭NIV, “Is not the cup of thanksgiving for which we give thanks a participation in the blood of Christ? And is not the bread that we break a participation in the body of Christ?”  Here is a communion prayer to say before you take the bread and the juice, “Father, we gather to participate in this supper.  We take the cup and the bread as a way to connect with your death on the cross.  We are unworthy but glad share this meal as you have invited us.  Bless our lives through this meal.  In Jesus’ name, amen.”

Take the Lord's Supper.

PRAYER

Pray that we might see the blessings of God so we can make an account of them for us and for those who need to see the God who blesses.  Use our blessings to bless others.

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 Jesus.

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