BAPTISMAL HYMN God s Own Child, I Gladly Say It 737 (1-2) Christian Worship Supplement God's own child, I gladly say it: I am baptized into Christ! He, because I could not pay it, Gave my full redemption price. Do I need earth's treasures many? I have one worth more than any That brought me salvation free, Lasting to eternity! Sin, disturb my soul no longer: I am baptized into Christ! I have comfort even stronger: Jesus' cleansing sacrifice. Should a guilty conscience seize me Since my Baptism did release me In a dear forgiving flood, Sprinkling me with Jesus' blood? INVOCATION M: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you. C: And also with you. CONFESSION OF SINS M: Our Savior Jesus Christ commanded Baptism when he said: Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. All of us are born into this world with a deep need for Baptism. From our parents we inherit a sinful nature; we are without true fear of God and true faith in God and are condemned to eternal death. But Jesus took away our sin by giving his life on the cross. At our baptisms, he clothes us with the robe of his righteousness and gives us a new life by creating faith in him. Our sinful nature need not control us any longer. We recall what Baptism means for our daily lives as we speak these words: C: Baptism means that the sinful nature in us should be drowned by daily sorrow and repentance, and that all its evil deeds and desires be put to death. It also means that a new person should daily arise to live before God in righteousness and purity forever. M: As baptized children of God we confess our sins:
C: Holy and merciful Father, I confess that I am by nature sinful, and that I have disobeyed you in my thoughts, words, and actions. I have done what is evil and failed to do what is good. For this I deserve your punishment both now and in eternity. But I am truly sorry for my sins, and trusting in my Savior Jesus Christ, I pray: Lord, have mercy on me, a sinner. M: God, our heavenly Father, has been merciful to us and has given his only Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Therefore, as a called servant of Christ and by his authority, I forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. C: Amen (spoken). The Rite of Baptism continues at the baptismal font. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM M: Carlos, by the power of the Word, the Holy Spirit has led you to believe that this new life in Christ is yours. Now in Holy Baptism the Lord Jesus assures you of your salvation. That you may give public testimony of your faith, I therefore ask you: M: Do you believe that you were born in sin and therefore eternally lost? A: Yes, I believe. M: Do you believe in the Triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? A: Yes, I believe. M: Do you believe that this Triune God planned and carried out your salvation? A: Yes, I believe. M: Do you believe that God grants you the forgiveness of sins in Holy Baptism? A: Yes, I believe. M: Do you desire to be baptized? A: Yes, I do. M: Carlos, receive the sign of the cross on the head and heart to mark you as a redeemed child of Christ. The minister applies water to those present for Baptism as he says: M: Carlos, I baptize you in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. 2
The Almighty God Father, Son, and Holy Spirit has forgiven all your sins. By your baptism, you are born again and made a dear child of your Father in heaven. May God strengthen you to live in your baptismal grace all the days of your life. Peace be with you. ENCOURAGEMENT M: Brothers and sisters in Christ, our Lord commands that we teach his precious truths to all who are baptized. Christian love therefore urges all of us, especially parents and sponsors, to assist in whatever manner possible so that Carlos may remain a child of God until death. If you are willing to carry out this responsibility, then answer: Yes, as God gives me strength. C: Yes, as God gives me strength. M: Let us pray. Merciful Father in heaven, we thank you for the blessing of Baptism by which you offer and grant the forgiveness of sins, life, and salvation. Help us to regard our baptisms as the robe of righteousness we are to wear all the days of our lives. Look with special favor on Carlos and grant him a rich measure of your Spirit that he may grow in faith and godly living. Make us willing to carry out our responsibilities to those who have been baptized, so that all of us may finally come to the blessed joys of heaven, through Jesus our Lord. C: Amen. BAPTISMAL HYMN God s Own Child, I Gladly Say It 737 (3-5) Christian Worship Supplement Satan, hear this proclamation: I am baptized into Christ! Drop your ugly accusation, I am not so soon enticed. Now that to the font I've traveled, All your might has come unraveled, And, against your tyranny, God, my Lord, unites with me! Death, you cannot end my gladness: I am baptized into Christ! When I die, I leave all sadness To inherit paradise! Though I lie in dust and ashes Faith's assurance brightly flashes: Baptism has the strength divine To make life immortal mine. 3
There is nothing worth comparing To this lifelong comfort sure! Open-eyed my grave is staring: Even there I'll sleep secure. Though my flesh awaits its raising, Still my soul continues praising: I am baptized into Christ; I'm a child of paradise! THE SALUTATION M: The Lord be with you. C: And with your spirit. PRAYER OF THE DAY M: Lord God, you know that we are surrounded by many dangers and that we often stumble and fall. Strengthen us in body and mind, and bring us safely through all temptations; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: Amen. FIRST LESSON Micah 6:1-8 SECOND LESSON I Corinthians 1:18-31 VERSE OF THE DAY Luke 4:18a M: Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord is on me; he has anointed me to preach good news. Alleluia. C: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 4
GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 5:1-12 M: The Holy Gospel for this Sunday is written in the 5 th chapter of the Gospel according to St. Matthew beginning at the 1 st verse. C: Glory be to you, O Lord! The Gospel Lesson Is Read M: This is the Gospel of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. C: Praise be to you, O Christ! APOSTLES CREED C: I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. 5
HYMN OF THE DAY Blest Is the Man, Forever Blest 392 The Lutheran Hymnal Blest is the man, forever blest, Whose guilt is pardoned by his God, Whose sins with sorrow are confessed And covered with his Savior's blood. Blest is the man to whom the Lord Imputes not his iniquities; He pleads no merit of reward And not on works but grace relies. From guile his heart and lips are free; His humble joy, his holy fear, With deep repentance well agree And join to prove his faith sincere. How glorious is that righteousness That hides and cancels all his sins, While bright the evidence of grace Thro' all his life appears and shines! SERMON You Are Blessed! Matthew 5:1-12 THE OFFERATORY C: Create in me a clean heart, O God. And renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from your presence; and take not your Holy Spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of your salvation; and uphold me with your free spirit. Amen. THE OFFERING The members of Christ the King have joined together to do the Lord s work in their community and around the world. Visitors should not feel obligated to participate in this offering which supports our ministry. PRAYER OF THE CHURCH The minister prays the prayer of the church. 6
THE LORD S PRAYER C: 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. HYMN By Grace I m Saved, Grace Free and Boundless 373 (1-3, 7) The Lutheran Hymnal By grace I'm saved, grace free and boundless; My soul, believe and doubt it not. Why stagger at this word of promise? Hath Scripture ever falsehood taught? Nay; then this word must true remain; By grace thou, too, shalt heav'n obtain. By grace! None dare lay claim to merit; Our works and conduct have no worth. God in His love sent our Redeemer, Christ Jesus, to this sinful earth; His death did for our sins atone, And we are saved by grace alone. By grace! Oh, mark this word of promise When thou art by thy sins opprest, When Satan plagues thy troubled conscience, And when thy heart is seeking rest. What reason cannot comprehend God by His grace to thee doth send. By grace! On this I ll rest when dying; In Jesus promise I rejoice; For though I know my heart s condition, I also know my Savior s voice. My heart is glad, all grief has flown, Since I am saved by Grace alone. 7
CLOSING PRAYER M: Blessed Lord, you have given us your Holy Scriptures for our learning. May we so hear them, read, learn, and take them to heart, that being strengthened and comforted by your holy Word, we may cling to the blessed hope of everlasting life, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: Amen. THE BLESSING M: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. The Lord look on you with favor and give you peace. C: Amen! Amen! Amen! CLOSING HYMN Baptized in Water 297 Baptized in water, Sealed by the Spirit, Cleansed by the blood of Christ our King: Heirs of salvation, Trusting his promise, Faithfully now God's Praise we sing. Christian Worship Baptized in water, Sealed by the Spirit, Dead in the tomb with Christ our King: One with his rising, Freed and forgiven, Thankfully now God's Praise we sing. Baptized in water, Sealed by the Spirit, Marked with the sign of Christ our King: Born of one Father, We are his children; Joyfully now God's Praise we sing. 8