The Second Sunday After Pentecost - Online Worship - June 22, 2025
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The Second Sunday After Pentecost
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we celebrate the Third Sunday After Pentecost!
Third Sunday After Pentecost
Take a Breath & Never Look Back!
June 29, 2025 - 9:30AM
Rainbow Time is offered next Sunday Morning! All Children welcome!
Faith Quest resumes in September.
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All are welcome, encouraged to visit the Prayer Cross as moved to do so.
Opening Song in Grace & Spirit
Hear Our Praises
Morgan
vs. 1
May our homes be filled with dancing
May our streets be filled with joy
May injustice bow to Jesus
As the people turn to pray
refrain:
From the mountains to the valleys
Hear our praises rise to You
From the heavens to the nations
Hear our singing fill the air
vs. 2
May Your light shine in the darkness
As we walk before the cross
May Your glory fill the whole earth
As the water o’er seas
(refrain)
Litany Celebrating God’s Faithfulness In Each Breath
PSALM 30
Today we take a deep fresh breath to see all of God’s grace, from the mountains to the valleys, so we worship, in the name of The Father, and of The Son, and of The Holy Spirit.
Amen. I rejoice in you, Lord. You have drawn me up, giving me breath and life, that I might be complete and made new again. I cried to you for help, and you have touched me and healed me.
People of God: The Lord of life is the only one who can restore our very souls. Let us take a moment of silence to confess our sins, and those times we have failed to trust the Lord is right in front of us, as we call on his name and grace.
(Silence for reflection)
Friends in Christ: The Lord has made you complete. Take a deep, fresh breath, in the hope and grace of these words: Jesus saves, Jesus forgives you all your sins. Let us take a fresh look, the One who opens our eyes, is here in plain view!
Song of Grace & Faith Anew
Jesus, My Lord
Lamb / Fischer
refrain:
Have you seen Jesus my Lord
He’s here in plain view
Take a look open your eyes
He’ll show it to you
Let me not be silent. Let me sing praises to the Lord, and give thanks for his holy name. By your favor, Lord, I can breathe again. You have made me a strong mountain. You are my hope.
Pastor: Friends of Jesus: Live anew in The One who helps us see what is right in front of us. Know the Lord hears your every cry. Take a deep, fresh breath, breathe once again; trust anew, the Holy Spirit opens your eyes, to see all that is here in plain view!
Song of Grace & Faith Anew
Jesus, My Lord
Lamb / Fischer
refrain:
Have you seen Jesus my Lord
He’s here in plain view
Take a look open your eyes
He’ll show it to you
Almighty and loving God, you bless us with strength, healing and hope to see your glory, and all that is here in plain view, right in front of us. Give us faith to breathe again, to live anew, to make you and our neighbors first in new ways. By your Holy Spirit, help us grow in discipleship, commitment, and compassion, and to believe anew in you alone. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
New Testament Lesson
GALATIANS 3:23–29
Now before faith came, we were imprisoned and guarded under the law, until faith would be revealed. Therefore, the law was our disciplinarian until Christ came, so that we might be justified by faith. But now that faith has come, we are no longer subject to a disciplinarian, for in Christ Jesus we are all children of God through faith. As many of you as were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer slave or free, there is no longer male or female; for all of you are one in Christ Jesus. And if you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s offspring, heirs according to the promise.
(New Revised Standard Version)
Song of Grace Anew
He Is Exalted
Paris
He is exalted
The King is exalted on high
I will praise Him
He is exalted
Forever exalted
And I will praise His name
He is the Lord
Forever His truth shall reign
Heaven and earth
Rejoice in His holy name
He is exalted
The King is exalted on high
(repeat)
He is exalted
The King is exalted on high
Gospel
LUKE 8:26–39
Then they arrived at the country of the Gerasenes, which is opposite Galilee. As he stepped out on land, a man of the city who had demons met him. For a long time he had worn no clothes, and he did not live in a house but in the tombs. When he saw Jesus, he fell down before him and shouted at the top of his voice, “What have you to do with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg you, do not torment me” – for Jesus had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. (For many times it had seized him; he was kept under guard and bound with chains and shackles, but he would break the bonds and be driven by the demon into the wilds.) Jesus then asked him, “What is your name?” He said, “Legion”; for many demons had entered him. They begged him not to order them to go back into the abyss. Now there on the hillside a large herd of swine was feeding; and the demons begged Jesus to let them enter these. So he gave them permission. Then the demons came out of the man and entered the swine, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and was drowned. When the swineherds saw what had happened, they ran off and told it in the city and in the country. Then people came out to see what had happened, and when they came to Jesus, they found the man from whom the demons had gone sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind. And they were afraid. Those who had seen it told them how the one who had been possessed by demons had been healed. Then all the people of the surrounding country of the Gerasenes asked Jesus to leave them; for they were seized with great fear. So he got into the boat and returned. The man from whom the demons had gone begged that he might be with him; but Jesus sent him away, saying, “Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you.” So he went away, proclaiming throughout the city how much Jesus had done for him.
(New Revised Standard Version)
BASED ON PSALM 89
As we hear God’s Word, let us take a deep, fresh breath, and boldly speak of all we believe, trusting God’s power and grace in Jesus Christ.
I will sing of your steadfast love, O Lord, forever; with my mouth I will proclaim your faithfulness to all generations. I declare that your steadfast love is established forever; your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one, I have sworn to my servant David: ‘I will establish your descendants forever, and build your throne for all generations.’” Let the heavens praise your wonders, O Lord, your faithfulness in the assembly of the holy ones. For who in the sky can be compared to the Lord? Who among the heavenly beings is like the Lord, great and awesome above all that are around him? O Lord, God of hosts, who is as mighty as you? Blessed be the Lord forever. Amen and Amen.
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Take A Breath; See God’s Grace!
GALATIANS 3:23-29; LUKE 8:26-39
How often do we look for things we lose or need, only to find them right in front of us? Sometimes, we do not to see it all right in front of us. We get side-tracked by other priorities, desires, temptations, distractions, or demons, and we do not see clearly. Unfortunately, we often see more clearly what is in front of someone else, perhaps someone we love, before we recognize and realize what is in front of us. Today, we read from Luke, the story of Jesus calling the demons out of a man. The Jewish people of the day, had a hard time recognizing Jesus for who he was, the Son of God. The demons on the other hand, knew exactly who Jesus was. Even the Gentiles, the outsiders, see it all, recognizing and realizing all Jesus is. Today we are invited to take a breath in grace and see all Christ is for us. Let us take a breath and celebrate as we see it all - the promise, presence and power of Jesus Christ - right in front of us!
“By the grace and power of The Holy Spirit, we will see right in front of us
every blessing each day Jesus Christ is revealing in our presence.”
1. Do we recognize the demons in our life?
Galatians 3:23; Luke 8:27,29,37
A. Satan and demons are different, and must be seen differently.
B. Demons are a nuisance, pesky, dangerous. They quietly infiltrate.
i. What are some of your demons? Fear? Safety? Comfort? Excuses? Security? Doubt? Limiting our faith? Others?
ii. What are some demons for Lord of Life? Are they any different?
C. See it all! Expect to be changed! There is not a demon in front of us who cannot be beaten by the One who is right in front of us! If we ask The Christ to beat them - they have no chance!
2. Do we see it all, do we really see Jesus in our midst?
Galatians 3:25; Luke 8:28-29,34
A. Today, those again on the outside, the demons and the Gentiles, see all Jesus is: The Son of God!
B. God sees and recognizes us. Do we recognize this gift of grace?
3. As we take a breath, let us see it all, all Jesus provides!
Galatians 3:23-24,26; Luke 8:34,39
A. Let Christ help you see it all; your heart to see and to realize the promise of the gift; the grace part - right in front of you.
B. Let Christ help you see it all; your heart to see, and to realize his presence; the real part, the here and now part – right in front of you.
C. Let Christ help you see it all; your heart to see and to realize the power part. No matter how alone, the number of questions, the doubt in the search, the demons in your way - trust you are not alone, The Christ is right in front of you!
4. Take a breath today, a deep breath in grace, for the good news is Jesus is right in front of us! Jesus sees it all - all we are and what our needs are. Jesus and The Spirit will help us see right in front of us. Let us search no further to recognize and realize Who forever sees us first!
Galatians 3:25,28-29; Luke 8:29, 39
Offering is available for our indoor services. Find a Lord of Life with a volunteer bucket to deposit offering in person as you leave worship today. If you find yourself wanting to offer your gifts to Lord of Life, you can do so online using the link below. You can also drop offering at anytime in our secure mailbox at Lord of Life located in the parking lot.
Song of Spirit Anew
Lord, I Need You
Maher
vs. 1
Lord I come I confess
Bowing here I find my rest
Without You I fall apart
You’re the one that guides my heart
refrain:
Lord I need You
Oh I need You
Every hour
I need You
My one defense
My righteousness
Oh God
How I need You
vs. 2
Where sin runs deep Your grace is more
Where grace is found is where You are
And where You are Lord I am free
Holiness is Christ in me
(refrain)
You’re my one defense
My righteousness
Oh God
How I need You
My one defense
My righteousness
Oh God
How I need You
Sharing our Needs and Joy with God in Prayer
As God’s people, as we take each deep, fresh breath, in God’s grace, let us trust anew in God’s grace, and let us pray for the needs of all God’s people.
… as we pray to you, Jesus, ...
The Spirit intercedes for us
With sighs too deep
For words to express
oh oh oh
All these things and whatever else you see we need, grant to us we pray, for into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy through your Son, Jesus Christ.
Amen.
Holy Communion will take place during our service. If you are not worshipping with us in person but would like to receive Communion, we will be offering Drive Through Communion at our building at 16200 Dodd Lane, Lakeville, Minnesota, following our indoor service. Drive Through Communion will be available between 10:15am & 10:30am.
For those worshiping with us in person, we receive communion through intinction; that is, you will receive the bread, the host, then dip into the glass of choice, either a red wine in the chalice closest to the host, or in a light colored non-alcoholic grape juice. All are welcome.
We also offer gluten free and pre-packaged options. Please take these options before arriving at the host to receive a blessing.
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.
Song During Holy Communion
In The Garden
Miles
I come to the garden alone
While the dew is still on the roses
And the voice I hear falling on my ear
The Son of God discloses
refrain:
And He walks with me
And He talks with me
And He tells me
I am His own
And the joy we share
As we tarry there
None other
Has ever known
He speaks and the sound of His voice
Is so sweet the birds hush their singing
And the melody that He gave to me
Within my heart is ringing
(refrain)
I’d stay in the garden with Him
Though the night around me be falling
But He bids me go thru the voice of woe
His voice to me is calling
(refrain)
The body and blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, strengthen you and keep you in his grace, this day, and on into life everlasting.
Amen.
Let us pray.
Pour out upon us the spirit of your love, O Lord, and unite the wills of those whom you have fed with one heavenly food; through Jesus Christ, The Lord of life. Amen.
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 give you peace, as you take each breath, each deep, fresh breath, in the living grace of Jesus Christ. In the name of The Father, and of The Son, and of The Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Let us go in the peace of Christ, celebrating the love of God, and serving the Lord of life.
Thanks be to God!
Going Anew In Grace & Hope
Lord, I Lift Your Name On High
Founds
Lord I lift Your name on high
Lord I love to sing Your praises
I’m so glad You’re in my life
I’m so glad You came to save us
You came from heaven to earth
To show the way
From the earth to the cross
My debt to pay
From the cross to the grave
From the grave to the sky
Lord I lift Your name on high
(repeat entire song)
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Today, Sunday, June 22, we celebrate The Second Sunday After Pentecost!
“Take A Breath; See God’s Grace!” Today we share Holy Communion in our Memorial Garden! Rainbow Time is offered this morning! All children welcome! Faith Quest resumes in September!
Vacation Bible School is coming the week of July 14-17! We hope you join us!
Join us next Sunday, June 29, as we celebrate The Third Sunday After Pentecost!
“Take A Breath; And Never Look Back!” Rainbow Time is offered next Sunday morning! All children welcome! Faith Quest resumes in September!
Vacation Bible School is coming the week of July 14-17! We hope you join us!
As we share our worship, we give thanks for every volunteer as you bless our ministry, greeting, ushering, nursery, serving communion, live streaming, AV ministry, set up, clean up, fellowship, worship leaders, and more! You can access details and ways to sign up on our website and Facebook page! Thank you!
Friends, today as always, all who proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, are welcome to God’s table of grace as we share Holy Communion. For those sharing their generosity today, we thank you for your faithful giving! Offering is collected in baskets by the ushers as you exit the sanctuary.
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From everyone on every level of leadership and service, we continue to pray for you and to give thanks to God for each of you! Please contact Pastor Jamie if he can serve you in any way: jamie.thompson@lordoflifemn.org
We pray The Holy Spirit breathes anew on us to be God’s people and to be God’s Church, as together we make known and we trust anew God’s gifts of hope, peace, justice, clarity, calm, and comfort forever break forth in new ways for you and your loved ones, today, and as we share every gift of God’s light, love and grace!
Acknowledgments for today’s service include:
Litany Celebrating God’s Faithfulness, In Each Breath, written based on Psalm 30. “Prayer of The Day,” “Lord’s Prayer,” “Post-Communion Blessing, Prayer, & Benediction,” “In The Garden,” based on the LBW. © 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW) and With One Voice Hymnal Supplement © 1995 Augsburg Publishing House, Minneapolis & Board of Publication, Lutheran Church In America, Philadelphia; and Evangelical Lutheran Worship © 2006 Augsburg Fortress, Minneapolis, MN. Used with permission. “Hear Our Praises” © 1998 Hillsong Music, CCLI #2543402 “Have You Seen Jesus, My Lord,” © 1994, Lamb, Broadman Press Used by permission, CCLI #94510 “He Is Exalted” © 1985 Mountain Spring Music CCLI #17827 “Jesus Loves Me” © Words and Music Public Domain, CCLI #4771887 “Lord, I Need You” © 2011 sixsteps Music, CCLI #5925687 “The Spirit Intercedes For Us” © 1989 Dakota Road Music, OL #62627 “In The Garden,” © 1912, by Hall-Mack Co., © renewed 1940, by The Rodeheaver Co. (A Div. of Word, Inc.) “Lord, I Lift Your Name On High” © 1989 Universal Music CCLI #117947 All rights reserved. All songs used with permission. CCLI License #1380826 & OneLicense #A-724016.