Here are Words of Assurance following a time of
confession. They were written by Scott Cervas based on John 20:19-31 and posted
on LiturgyLink.
Scott
suggests that “The words of Jesus in italics, which are the words spoken to
Thomas, could be spoken by another person besides the worship leader, perhaps
someone sitting within the congregation with a microphone.”
Words of Assurance
(inspired by John
20:19-31)
This
is Good News:
God
does not mock us when we fail to trust,
but invites us into a deeper, more intimate relationship.
but invites us into a deeper, more intimate relationship.
Put
your finger here. Look at my hands. Put your hand in my side. Trust me!
God
does not shame us when our faith waivers,
but challenges us to be strengthened by God’s promises.
but challenges us to be strengthened by God’s promises.
Happy
are those who don’t see…and yet trust!
God’s
purpose is not to tear us down…but to build us up…
forgiven…refreshed…and renewed!
forgiven…refreshed…and renewed!
So
let’s sing…and let’s give thanks to God!
~
written by Scott Cervas, and posted on LiturgyLink.
https://www.liturgylink.net/2015/04/09/call-to-confession-declaration-of-grace/
