If you would like to use the companion print materials, you can download them here. It works best when everyone in the room has either a printout or a mobile device with this page open.

Opening Word

After watching the Opening Word video, it’s time to check in. Click here to email the church office with your name, how many people are worshiping in the room, where you are, and how the church can pray for you.

Opening Scripture Reading: Psalm 27:1-4

Individual or Group Reads:

1 The LORD is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
The LORD is the stronghold of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?
2 When evildoers assail me
to eat up my flesh,
my adversaries and foes,
it is they who stumble and fall.
3 Though an army encamp against me,
my heart shall not fear;
though war arise against me,
yet I will be confident.
4 One thing have I asked of the LORD,
that will I seek after:
that I may dwell in the house of the LORD
all the days of my life,
to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD
and to inquire in his Temple.

It Is Well With My Soul

When peace, like a river, attendeth my way,
When sorrows like sea billows roll;
Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say,
It is well, it is well with my soul.
Refrain:
It is well with my soul,
It is well, it is well with my soul.
My sin—oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!—
My sin, not in part but the whole,
Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more,
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!
And Lord, haste the day when the faith shall be sight,
The clouds be rolled back as a scroll;
The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend,
Even so, it is well with my soul.

Prayer of Hope

Leader or Individual Prays:

Good Shepherd,
Restless, your flock looks to you for rest.
Afraid, (I/we) look to you for courage.
Wavering, (I/we) look to you for faith.
Would you call now to (my/our) mind(s)
The ways you have guided (me/us) before
Your protective presence with (me/us) now
And the great land to which you will lead (me/us).
Give (me/us) confidence for this hour. Amen

Scripture Reading: Psalm 27:7-9, 13-14

Individual or Group Reads:

7 Hear, O LORD, when I cry aloud;
be gracious to me and answer me!
8 You have said, “Seek my face.”
My heart says to you,
“Your face, LORD, do I seek.”
9 Hide not your face from me.
Turn not your servant away in anger,
O you who have been my help.
Cast me not off; forsake me not,
O God of my salvation!

13 I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the LORD
in the land of the living!
14 Wait for the LORD;
be strong, and let your heart take courage;
wait for the LORD!

Christ is Mine Forevermore

Mine are days that God has numbered
I was made to walk with Him
Yet I look for worldly treasure
And forsake the King of kings
But mine is hope in my Redeemer
Though I fall His love is sure
For Christ has paid for every failing
I am His forevermore
Mine are tears in times of sorrow
Darkness not yet understood
Through the valley I must travel
Where I see no earthly good
But mine is peace that flows from heaven
And the strength in times of need
I know my pain will not be wasted
Christ completes His work in me
Mine are days here as a stranger
Pilgrim on a narrow way
One with Christ I will encounter
Harm and hatred for His name
But mine is armor for this battle
Strong enough to last the war
And He has said He will deliver
Safely to the golden shore
And mine are keys to Zion city
Where beside the King I walk
For there my heart has found its treasure
Christ is mine forevermore
Come rejoice now O my soul
For His love is my reward
Fear is gone and hope is sure
Christ is mine forevermore
(Repeat)
And mine are keys to Zion city
Where beside the King I walk
For there my heart has found its treasure
Christ is mine forevermore

Offering

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To give by mail, place your gift (no cash please) in an envelope, and address it to the following address. Before you seal the envelope, pray the prayer below. (If you want to give in cash, please visit the church office.)

Calvary Baptist Church
PO Box 7728
Greenwood, IN 46142

If you aren’t part of Calvary, this is a good time to find your home church’s online giving portal.

Finally, if you don’t have a home church, let this liturgy be our gift to you. Rather than giving financially, spend this time in prayer for our church.

LEADER OR INDIVIDUAL PRAYS:

Father God, (I/we) give these small riches knowing that you have prepared greater riches for (me/us) in Heaven. Would you point (my/our) heart(s) toward (my/our) heavenly treasure. Amen.

Seal your envelope or click “Submit.”

Teaching: Psalm 23

Psalm 23 (ESV)

A Psalm of David.

1  The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2  He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.
3  He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness
for his name’s sake.
4  Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5  You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6  Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.

Bring It Home Questions

Use these questions to lead a discussion or a time of private meditation on today’s Scriptures.

In verses 1-3 what past benefits is the sheep looking back on?
What stories can you tell of how God has provided for you and protected you in the past?
In verse 4, the sheep admits he is in a dangerous situation. How does he say he feels during it? Why?
How do you notice God protecting you now?
As the stay-at-home order has begun, have you noticed any habits that are causing you fear or anxiety?
The sheep finally looks forward to the rich provisions of home. What details about Heaven or the New Kingdom do you most look forward to? Read Revelation 19:6-9 or Revelation 21-22 if you need help.

Family Prayer

Before closing, ask those with you if there is anything they would like to pray for. Then offer a prayer for everyone’s requests in the room and for the list below. You can pray the whole prayer yourself or ask some in the room to pray for different things.

For God to glorify his name during this crisis
For the safety of everyone in the Indianapolis area, including your neighbors
For essential “front lines” workers like medical workers and first responders
For wisdom and endurance for our leaders

Benediction

Leader or Individual Reads:

May the Good Shepherd lead (me/us) this day and forevermore. Amen.

Have a Great Week!

Keep calling the church office with your prayer requests. If we don’t answer, just leave a message.

We’ll have church-wide fellowship over Zoom this Wednesday at 6:00. If you don’t get an email about it, send one to Karen@cbcgreenwood.com and ask for the meeting link.