LIVING CAREFULLY

Theme: In our text Paul appeals to Christians not to waste themselves. They are cautioned not to throw their lives to ruin, rather to live carefully, to use one’s life for the good of Christ and others. Live to inspire. Life is short. He appeals to the Christian to use his or her time wisely and not foolishly. Charleston Baptist Temple A Congregation of American Baptist Churches August 18, 2024 The flame which shines bright from our altar candle serves as a constant reminder to us of God’s abiding presence in our lives and our worship today. Chiming of the Hour Eddie Bucklen We Open Our Hearts to God’s Presence Please observe a time of silence during the prelude in preparation for worship. Let all worshipers ask God’s blessings on the service, themselves, and on all who seek to worship God in spirit and in truth. Prelude Orison G. Tartini We Worship God through Praise Call to Worship Dr. Jim Hewitt L: We gather as God's people: P: To seek direction in the living of our lives. L: We gather as God's people: P: To be still and hear what God would have us do. L: We gather as God's people: P: To be renewed, restored and recreated. L: We rejoice that we are God's people: All: To serve, to love and to sing God's praise. Hymn of Praise Let the Whole Creation Cry No. 40 Invocation Dr. Jim Hewitt Sharing the Peace Please greet those around you with signs and gestures of Christ’s peace. Glory and Adoration Holy Is the Lord No. 831 Holy, holy, holy, holy is the Lord. Holy, holy, holy, holy is the Lord. Holy is the Father, Holy is the Son, Holy is the Spirit: blessed Three in One. Text Reading: Ephesians 5:15-20 (p. 300, pew Bible) L: May God bless the reading of his word. Julie Dodrill All: Thanks be to God. We Worship God through Giving Offertory Hymn Living for Jesus a Life That Is True No. 569 (vs. 1, 3 & 4) Offertory Prayer Julie Dodrill Offertory Come All Christians, Be Committed J. Innes Doxology No. 809 (Children Dismissed for Children’s Church) We Worship God through Prayer Pastoral Prayer Dr. Jim Hewitt We Worship God through Proclamation Special Music Bless God arr. J.Linn Ladies Trio: Julie Dodrill, Lynn Dyer, Trish Treharne Sermon LIVING CAREFULLY Dr. Jim Hewitt We Worship God through Commitment Invitation Hymn Seekers of Your Heart Insert Benediction Dr. Jim Hewitt Grant us, O Lord, understanding minds, that we might know how to live carefully. Grant us discerning hearts, that we might know the difference between good and evil, and how we might live to please you. Amen Parting Song Go Now in Peace Postlude Trumpet Tune and Air H. Purcell Next Week: Church Picnic at Coonskin Park Reception- Please join us in the Parlor after worship service for a reception honoring Fred & Sue Lang! Flowers dedicated to Fred & Sue Lang. Annual Church Picnic – August 25th - Mark your calendars and plan to join us at the Riverside Shelter at Coonskin Park. Worship service at 10:30am followed by fellowship, food and fun! The Diaconate will provide hot dogs and drinks. Bring your favorite picnic dish! This year our picnic will have a patriotic theme! Please note- there will be no service at the church that morning.