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One Was Old, Another Barren
Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: TNG #11 (1999) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Lyrics: One was old, another barren,and a third was young and fair,when God promised wondrous blessingsfor the sons they were to bear.Though incredible each promise,yet they trusted and believed,guarding closely in their hearts thevisions that they had received.Sarah must have told her baby,as she calmed his anxious cry,"God has promised you more childrenthan the stars up in the sky!Little Isaac, kings and nationswill descend from you one day,destined to inherit blessingsif they follow in God's way."And Elizabeth, once barren,must have whispered to her son,"Someday, John, you'll be God's heraldto announce the Promised One!Someday you will speak with couragewords from God for all to hear,calling people to repentance,telling them the Christ is near."Mary must have echoed prophetsin her cradle lullabies,"Jesus, you will be our Savior,Christ the Lord, Love's great surprise!Someday I may watch you suffer,and your pain may pierce my soul, but I trust that God will heal mybroken heart and make it whole."God, we thank you for these mothersand the faith they had to share.May we also trust your promisefor the children in our care,that through us the Spirit’s blessingsmay upon them come to fall,giving them the strength and courageto be faithful to your call. Topics: Faith in God's promises; Jesus Mary's son; Women in the Bible Sarah; Women in the Bible Mary; Women in the Bible Elizabeth Scripture: Genesis 22:15-16 Languages: English Tune Title: GOD'S PROMISES
One Was Old, Another Barren
A Long-Lost Lamb
Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: TNG #12 (1999) Meter: 8.6.8.6 with refrain First Line: A long-lost lamb is in the fold Refrain First Line: Good news! It's time to celebrate Lyrics: A long-lost lamb is in the fold,a woman's coin retrieved,a wayward son is home again,most lovingly received.Good news! It's time to celebratewith friends who gather round.So God rejoices, Jesus said,whene'er the lost is found!The little man who climbed a treehas found a friend at last.A woman with her cup of tearshas put behind her past.Good news! It's time to celebratewith friends who gather round.So God rejoices, Jesus said,whene'er the lost is found!The fisherman who turned awayreceives another chance.A Pharisee has seen the lightand mourns his arrogance.Good news! It's time to celebratewith friends who gather round.So God rejoices, Jesus said,whene'er the lost is found!Let everyone who suffers nowfrom guilt and deep despair,return unto the house of God,for love awaits you there.Good news! It's time to celebratewith friends who gather round.So God rejoices, Jesus said,whene'er the lost is found! Topics: Jesus Parables of the Lost; Jesus Disciples; Reconciliation Assurance of Pardon Scripture: Luke 7:36-50 Languages: English Tune Title: PARABLES
A Long-Lost Lamb
The Wedding Guests Were Waiting
Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: TNG #13 (1999) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Lyrics: The wedding guests were waitingbut all the wine was gone,so Mary went to Jesus,"Please help our friends, my son."Then Jesus said, "Bring water."He turned it into wine,and thus revealed his power.It was the first great sign.The father was a Gentile,a Roman soldier too,an enemy and strangerto any faithful Jew,but still he begged of Jesus,"Come heal my dying boy.""Believe in me, " said Jesus."He lives to bring you joy."When everyone was hungryand no one seemed to care,a boy came forward, smiling,"I have this food to share."He gave his bread to Jesus,his fish, though they were small.Then Jesus blessed his offering,and lo, it fed them all!A mother shows compassion,a father trusts God's way,a child finds joy in sharing--such are the signs todaythat Christ still lives among usand through love's faithful deeds,works miracles and wondersto meet our deepest needs. Topics: Jesus Healing; Jesus Miracles; Women in the Bible Mary Scripture: John 4:46-54 Languages: English Tune Title: SIGNS TODAY
The Wedding Guests Were Waiting
In Matthew's Gospel There Are Five
Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: TNG #14 (1999) Meter: 8.6.8.6 D with refrain Refrain First Line: If God could find a use for them Topics: Faith in God's purpose; Jesus Genealogy; Women in the Bible Mary; Women in the Bible Bathsheba; Women in the Bible Tamar; Women in the Bible Rahab; Women in the Bible Ruth Scripture: Genesis 38 Languages: English Tune Title: FAITH-MOTHERS
In Matthew's Gospel There Are Five
The Church Is Our Safe Haven
Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: TNG #15 (1999) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D First Line: The church is our safe haven, Lyrics: The church is our safe haven,a refuge in the storm,where we can come when troubleshave left our hearts forlornand find a gracious welcome,compassion, love, and care,among your people gatheredfor story, song, and prayer.Since they, too, have known wintersof doubt, despair, and fear,they warm us with their friendshipand fill us with good cheer,their presence like a candlethat gives off heat and lightto save a stranded travelerlost on a snowy night.God, in their understanding,we feel your kind embrace,and sense the joy and wonderof your transforming grace,a grace that makes us holy,a people set apartto travel on love's highwaywith mind and strength and heart.Protected by this mantleof love that we have known,we face life's new adventuresno longer lost or lone.Though storms of life may threaten,and cold winds chill our soul,we journey on with courage,our spirits now made whole.God of the fiery pillar.and Pentecost’s bright flame,the love of Christ still glowingin those who bear his name,forge us as loyal servants,his faithful friends always.Fill us with glad thanksgivingand everlasting praise. Scripture: Psalm 46:1 Languages: English Tune Title: SAFE HAVEN
The Church Is Our Safe Haven
Time Now to Gather
Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: TNG #16 (1999) Meter: 5.4.5.4 D Lyrics: Time now to gather,Time now to feelChrist's holy presencegracing this meal.Grain from the harvestfruit of the vine;simple the supper,sacred the sign.Time to rememberChrist who was sent.Time to say thank youfor all he meant.Come to this table.Come, without fear.God will forgive you,welcome you here.All who are hungry,come, and be fed.Serve one anotherthis cup and bread.All who are troubled,hurting, or sad,come, and find healing.Come, and be glad! Scripture: Luke 22:19-20 Languages: English Tune Title: WELCOME SONG
Time Now to Gather
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