January 18, 2026, 10:00 AM
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January 18, 2026
Jesus’ invitation is to an active mission. Discipleship does not entail merely intellectual assent, but following Jesus in every respect… -- Barbara Reid
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Psalm 27:1
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?.
Call to Worship
Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon us.
The Lord will arise upon us, and his glory will be seen. And nations shall come to your light.
We believe that we shall see the goodness of God in the land of the living.
Wait for God; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for God!
Adapted from Isaiah 60:1-3 and Psalm 27:14
*Opening Songs:
Here I Am Lord
I, the Lord of sea and sky, I have heard My people cry.
All who dwell in dark and sin, My hand will save.
I who made the stars of night,
I will make their darkness bright.
Who will bear My light to them? Whom shall I send?
[Chorus: Here I am Lord, Is it I Lord?
I have heard You calling in the night.
I will go Lord, if You lead me.
I will hold Your people in my heart.
I the Lord of snow and rain, I have born my peoples pain.
I have wept for love of them, They turn away.
I will break their hearts of stone, Give them hearts for love alone.
I will speak My word to them, Whom shall I send?
[Chorus]
I, the Lord of wind and flame, I will tend the poor and lame.
I will set a feast for them, My hand will save
Finest bread I will provide, Till their hearts be satisfied.
I will give My life to them, Whom shall I send?
[Chorus]
And Can It Be
And can it be that I should gain
An interest in the Saviour's blood
Died he for me who caused His pain
for me who Him to death pursued?
Refrain:
Amazing Love! How can it be
That Thou my God should die for me?
Amazing Love! How can it be
That Thou my God should die for me?
He left his Father's throne above,
so free, so infinite his grace;
emptied himself of all but love,
and bled for Adam's helpless race;
'tis mercy all, immense and free,
for, O my God, it found out me.
[Refrain]
Long my imprisoned spirit lay
fast bound in sin and nature's night;
thine eye diffused a quickening ray,
I woke, the dungeon flamed with light;
my chains fell off, my heart was free;
I rose, went forth and followed thee.
[Refrain]
Responsive Prayer of Preparation
Almighty God, your son Jesus Christ is the light of the world.
May your people, illumined by your word and the Spirit shine with the radiance of his glory.
Holy God, your mercy is all around and deeper than the sea.
Help us to believe and obey, that we may be renewed and refreshed.
Grant us that unity which your spirit gives.
Keep us in the bond of peace, and bring all creation into fellowship with you. Amen.
Build My Life
Worthy of ev'ry song we could ever sing
Worthy of all the praise we could ever bring
Worthy of ev'ry breath we could ever breathe
We live for You
We live for You
Jesus the name above ev'ry other name
Jesus the only one who could ever save
Worthy of ev'ry breath we could ever breathe
We live for You
We live for You
Holy there is no one like You
There is none beside You
Open up my eyes in wonder
and show me who You are
And fill me with Your heart
And lead me in Your love to those around me
I will build my life upon Your love
It is a firm foundation
I will put my trust in You alone
And I will not be shaken
I will build my life upon Your love
It is a firm foundation
I will put my trust in You alone
And I will not be shaken
Kids Dismissed for Faith Explorers
Scripture— Matthew 4:12-25
Sermon
Rev. Patrick Vaughn
Sacred Silence
I Want to Walk as a Child of The Light
I want to walk as a child of the light
I want to follow Jesus
God set the stars to give light to the world
The star of my life is Jesus
Chorus:
In Him there is no darkness at all
The night and the day are both alike
The Lamb is the light of the city of God
Shine in my heart Lord Jesus
I want to see the brightness of God
I want to look at Jesus
Clear Sun of righteousness shine on my path
And show me the way to the Father
[Chorus]
I’m looking for the coming of Christ
I want to be with Jesus
When we have run with patience the race
We shall know the joy of Jesus
[Chorus]
Prayers of the People & The Lord's Prayer
*Closing Song: “Cry Of My Heart”
Chorus:
It is the cry of my heart to follow You
It is the cry of my heart to be close to You
It is the cry of my heart to follow
All of the days of my life
Teach me Your holy ways oh Lord
So I can walk in Your truth
Teach me Your holy ways oh Lord
And make me wholly devoted to You
[Chorus]
Open my eyes so I can see
The wonderful things that You do
Open my heart up more and more
And make it wholly devoted to You
[Chorus]
Blessing & Sending
*Please stand as you are able
Liturgist: Dave Hackett
Musicians: Christina Po, Dave and Pamm Franzwa
Announcements:
Annual Congregational Meeting February 1 after service
Preschool Open House February 7, 11 am – 1 pm
Tithes & Offerings: If you would like to make a financial offering you can give online. https://epc-bothell.churchcenter.com/giving