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There is a lot to be said for tradition! Generations of worshipping congregations have included set prayers within the opening section of their weekly services. These generally cover the themes of adoration, thanksgiving and confession. And somehow that seems just right. We begin our worship by reminding ourselves of how awesome our God is. We then thank him for what he has done for us, and this inevitably reminds us that we really do not deserve his mercy and grace. Which leads us to confession and accepting by faith the forgiveness that God offers to those who humbly come to him and acknowledge their faults.
In my tradition (MOTR Anglican) most preachers begin a sermon with a. If not, then perhaps the opening prayer in the pulpit takes its place.
Sample Opening Prayer For Sermon
Below are two sets of opening prayers. More are available in my 'The Worship Leader's Little Helper' Opening Prayers 1- Theme 'I will exalt you' Consider these words from Psalm 145 ‘I will exalt you, my God the King; I will praise your name for ever and ever. Every day I will praise you and extol your name for ever and ever’ (A moment of silence ) Creator God, we glimpse your beauty in setting sun, mountain top, eagle’s wing. We sense your power in thunder crash, lightning flash and ocean’s roar. Creator God we praise you Precious Jesus, we see your love stretched out upon a cruel cross. We stand in awe at your sacrifice, pure love poured out for humankind.
Sermon Opening Prayer Examples
Precious Jesus we praise you Holy Spirit, we see your power in lives transformed, hearts on fire. We listen for your still, small voice, comforting, guiding, calling. Holy Spirit we praise you To my words ‘Every day I will praise you’ would you respond ‘And extol your name for ever’ From the moment we awake to face the day ahead, you are with us, through good times and bad, Your presence enough for our needs. Every day I will praise you And extol your name for ever Through the hours of the day, in our travels and work, you are with us; in decisions we must make, Your wisdom enough for our needs. Every day I will praise you And extol your name for ever As we lay down to rest at the end of the day, you are with us, as we lay our fears at your feet, Your peace enough for our needs. Every day I will praise you And extol your name for ever A prayer of confession Lord God, your love for humankind present in the beginning of all things, extends throughout history and touches even my life. Your love sees failings and forgives.