Lord of Life Lutheran Church

Reaching out with love to create new and abundant lives in Christ One Ministry with Many Ministries Lord of Life Lutheran Church 20844 Bonanza Boulevard, Elkhorn, NE 68022 www.LordofLifeElkhorn.org (402) 289-3437 Pastor David Linkugel [email protected] (402) 960-1386 Pastor Caleb Kruse [email protected] (314) 619-9754 Julie Koenemann, Director of Music and Media [email protected] (402) 536-0114 Jewel McKercher, Director of Lord’s Lambs Child Care [email protected] (402) 289-9291 Tarrin Reed, Ministry Teams Administrative Assistant [email protected] (402) 289-3437

The Holy Trinity May 30, 2021 10:45 a.m.

Welcome

Please stand

How Great Is Our God

The splendor of the King clothed in majesty Let all the earth rejoice, all the earth rejoice He wraps Himself in light, and darkness tries to hide It trembles at His voice, trembles at His voice

Chorus How great is our God, Sing with me: How great is our God! And all will see how great, how great is our God!

And age to age, He stands, and time is in His hands Beginning and the End, Beginning and the End. The Godhead, Three in One: Father, Spirit, Son The Lion and the Lamb, Lion and the Lamb! Chorus

[Sing twice]

[Men] [Women] How great is our God, Name above all names, Sing with me: Worthy of all praise, How great is our God, My heart will sing: And all will see how great, How great How great is our God! Is our God!

Chorus - All How great is our God, Sing with me: How great is our God! And all will see how great, how great is our God!

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Then sings my soul, My Savior God to Thee: How great Thou art, How great Thou art. [Repeat]

The sign of the cross may be made by all in remembrance of their Baptism.

Invocation In the name of the Father and of the T Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Confession and Absolution If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

[Silence for reflection on God's Word and for self-examination.]

Let us then confess our sins to God our Father. Most merciful God, we confess that we are by nature sinful and unclean. We have sinned against You in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved You with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We justly deserve Your present and eternal punishment. For the sake of Your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in Your will and walk in Your ways to the glory of Your holy name. Amen.

Almighty God in His mercy has given His Son to die for you and for His sake forgives you all your sins. As a called and ordained servant of Christ, and by His authority, I therefore forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the T Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Prayer of the Day Almighty and everlasting God, You have given us grace to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity by the confession of a true faith and to worship the Unity in the power of the Divine Majesty. Keep us steadfast in this faith and defend us from all adversities; for You, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, live and reign, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Be seated

Old Testament Reading Isaiah 6:1–8 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted, and the train of His robe filled the temple. Above Him were seraphs, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. And they were calling to one another: "Holy, holy, holy is the LORD Almighty; the whole earth is full of His glory." At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook and the temple was filled with smoke. "Woe to me!" I cried. "I am ruined! For I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips, and my eyes have seen the King, the LORD Almighty." Then one of the seraphs flew to me with a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with tongs from the altar. With it he touched my mouth and said, "See, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away and your sin atoned for." Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said, "Here am I. Send me!"

Second Reading Acts 2:14a, 22–36 Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd: "Men of Israel, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know. This man was handed over to you by God's set purpose and foreknowledge; and you, with the help of wicked men, put Him to death by nailing Him to the cross. But God raised Him from the dead, freeing Him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep its hold on Him. David said about Him: "'I saw the Lord always before me. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will live in hope, because You will not abandon Me to the grave, nor will You let Your Holy One see decay. You have made known to Me the paths of life; You will fill Me with joy in your presence.' "Brothers, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is here to this day. But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that He would place one of his descendants on his throne. Seeing what was ahead, he spoke of the resurrection of the Christ, that He was not abandoned to the grave, nor did His body see decay. God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of the fact. Exalted to the right hand of God, He has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear. For David did not ascend to heaven, and yet he said, "'The Lord said to my Lord: "Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet." ' "Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ."

Please stand

Holy Gospel John 3:1–17 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council. He came to Jesus at night and said, "Rabbi, we know You are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the miraculous signs You are doing if God were not with him." In reply Jesus declared, "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again." "How can a man be born when he is old?" Nicodemus asked. "Surely he cannot enter a second time into his mother's womb to be born!" Jesus answered, "I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at My saying, 'You must be born again.' The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit." "How can this be?" Nicodemus asked. "You are Israel's teacher," said Jesus, "and do you not understand these things? I tell you the truth, We speak of what We know, and We testify to what We have seen, but still you people do not accept Our testimony. I have spoken to you of earthly things and you do not believe; how then will you believe if I speak of heavenly things? No one has ever gone into heaven except the one who came from heaven — the Son of Man. Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the desert, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes in Him may have eternal life. "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him.”

Be seated

Children's Message

Please stand

Holy, Holy, Holy (God With Us)

Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee. Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty, God in three persons, Blessed Trinity.

Verse 2 Holy, holy, holy, All the saints adore Thee, Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea. Cherubim and seraphim falling down before Thee. Which wert, and art, and evermore shall me.

Chorus From the cradle to the cross, God with us! God with us! For this broken world, You love, God with us! God with us! You gave up Your only Son, God with us! God with us! So that all the world will know our God with us!

Verse 3 Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty! All Thy works shall praise Thy name in earth and sky and sea! Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty, God in three persons, Blessed Trinity! Chorus

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Be seated

Sermon Pastor David Linkugel

Please stand

Nicene Creed I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth and of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God, begotten of His Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father, by whom all things were made; who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit of the virgin Mary and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and was buried. And the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures and ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of the Father. And He will come again with glory to judge both the living and the dead, whose kingdom will have no end. And I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped and glorified, who spoke by the prophets. And I believe in one holy Christian and apostolic Church, I acknowledge one Baptism for the remission of sins, and I look for the resurrection of the dead and the life T of the world to come. Amen.

Prayers

Lord's Prayer Lord, remember us in Your kingdom and teach us to pray: Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven; give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.

Words of Institution Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night when He was betrayed, took bread, and when He had given thanks, He broke it and gave it to the disciples and said: “Take, eat; this is My T body, which is given for you. This do in remembrance of Me.” In the same way also He took the cup after supper, and when He had given thanks, He gave it to them, saying: “Drink of it, all of you; this cup is the new testament in My T blood, which is shed for you for the forgiveness of sins. This do, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.”

Be seated

Distribution

God So Loved

Come all you weary, come all you thirsty Come to the well that never runs dry Drink of the water, come and thirst no more

Verse 2 Come all you sinners, come find His mercy Come to the table; He will satisfy Taste of His goodness, find what you're looking for

Chorus 1 For God so loved the world that He gave us His one and only Son to save us Whoever believes in Him will live forever

Verse 3 Bring all your failures, bring your addictions Come lay them down at the foot of the cross Jesus is waiting there with open arms

Chorus 2 For God so loved the world that He gave us His one and only Son to save us Whoever believes in Him will live forever The pow’r of hell forever defeated Now it is well, I'm walking in freedom For God so loved, God so loved the world

Bridge (twice) Praise God, praise God From Whom all blessings flow Praise Him, praise Him For the wonders of His love

Chorus 3 For God so loved the world that He gave us His one and only Son to save – For God so loved the world that He gave us His one and only Son to save us Whoever believes in Him will live forever The power of hell forever defeated Now it is well, I'm walking in freedom For God so loved, God so loved the world

Verse 4 Bring all your failures, bring your addictions Come lay them down at the foot of the cross Jesus is waiting, God so loved the world. Andrew Bergthold | Ed Cash | Franni Cash | Martin Cash | Scott Cash, © 2019 Andrew Bergthold Designee (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Capitol CMG Genesis (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Capitol CMG Paragon (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) We The Kingdom ASCAP Designee (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) We The Kingdom Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Used by Permission CCLI License # 409590

Praise The Father, Praise The Son

O sov'reign God, O matchless King, the saints adore, the angels sing. And fall before the throne of grace -- to You belongs the highest praise.

These sufferings, this passing tide, under Your wings I will abide. And ev'ry enemy shall flee; You are my hope and victory.

Chorus Praise the Father, praise the Son, praise the Spirit, Three in One. Clothed in power and in grace, the name above all other names.

To the valley for my soul; Thy great descent has made me whole! Your word my heart has welcomed home; now peace like water ever flows.

Chorus [Sing twice] Praise the Father, praise the Son, praise the Spirit, Three in One. Clothed in power and in grace, the name above all other names.

Bridge [Sing twice] Yours is the kingdom, Yours is the power, Yours is the glory forever!

Chorus Praise the Father, praise the Son, and praise the Spirit, Three in One. Clothed in power and in grace, the name above all other names. The name above all other names!

Be Unto Your Name

We are a moment, You are forever Lord of the ages God before time. We are a vapor, You are eternal Love everlasting reigning on high.

Chorus Holy, holy, Lord God Almighty Worthy is the Lamb Who was slain Highest praises, honor, and glory Be unto Your name, be unto Your name.

Verse 2 We are the broken, You are the healer Jesus, Redeemer, Mighty to save You are the love song we'll sing forever Bowing before You, blessing Your name!

Chorus

At Your Name

At Your name the mountains shake and crumble. At Your name the oceans roar and tumble. At Your name, angels will bow, the earth will rejoice, Your people cry out:

Chorus Lord of all the earth, we shout Your name, shout Your name; Filling up the skies with endless praise, endless praise. Yahweh, Yahweh, We love to shout Your name, O Lord!

Verse 2 At Your name the morning breaks in glory. At Your name creation sings Your story. At Your name, angels will bow, the earth will rejoice, Your people cry out:

Chorus

Bridge There is no one like our God, We will praise You, praise You. There's no one like our God, We will sing, we will sing. There is no one like our God, we will praise You, praise You. Jesus is our God, we will sing!

Chorus

Please stand

Communion Response Revelation Song

Holy, holy, holy Is the Lord God Almighty. Who was, and is, and is to come. With all creation I sing, “Praise to the King of kings. You are my ev'rything, and I will adore You.”

Prayer

Benediction The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and T give you peace. Amen.

New Doxology

Praise God from Whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures, here below. Praise Him above ye heavenly host. Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

Let earth and heavenly saints proclaim. The pow’r and might of His great name. Let us exalt on bended knee. Praise God the Holy Trinity.

Chorus Praise God, praise God, Praise God Who saved my soul. Praise God, praise God, Praise God from Whom all blessings flow.

Praise to the King Whose throne transcends. His crown and Kingdom never end. Now and throughout eternity. I’ll praise the One Who died for me.

Chorus [twice]

Praise God from Whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creatures, here below. Praise Him above ye heavenly host. Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

Be seated

Acknowledgments Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission. All rights reserved. Created by Lutheran Service Builder © 2021 Concordia Publishing House.

Sermon Pastor David Linkugel On Our Lips Isaiah 6:1-8

It’s a ______to be face to face with a holy God.

God used animal sacrifices to show His people that their sin demanded a ______of ______.

This holy, holy, holy LORD loves us so much that He ______to be our ______.

The idea of ______as the ______from Isaiah 6 is not new.

The ______of ______is placed on your lips.

God didn’t ______Isaiah into ______.

God calls us to ______.

Today, God will touch you with a ______of ______and a ______of ______.