Songs for 2026-05-03

First Reading

Now during those days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists complained against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution of food. And the twelve called together the whole community of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. Therefore, brothers, select from among yourselves seven men of good standing, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this task, while we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word.”

What they said pleased the whole community, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, together with Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolaus, a convert of Antioch. They had these men stand before the Apostles, who prayed and laid their hands on them.

The word of God continued to spread; the number of the disciples increased greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests became obedient to the faith.

Related Songs

  1. 1. You Shall Be Clothed With Power

    Authors: Jim Cowan
    CCLI #: 833214

    Reading excerpt:

    The word of God continued to spread; the number of the disciples increased greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests became obedient to the faith.

    Song excerpt:

    Go forth to all the world And tell the Good News Proclaim God's Kingdom has come Through the Triumph of His Son

  2. 2. We Are Called

    Authors: Steve Fry
    CCLI #: 3176438

    Reading excerpt:

    Now during those days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists complained against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution of food. And the twelve called together the whole community of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. Therefore, brothers, select from among yourselves seven men of good standing, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this task, while we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word.”

    Song excerpt:

    We are called To be a royal priesthood That will minister to God Declare the wisdom of His ways Exalt His character in praise

  3. 3. I Am The Bread Of Life

    Authors: Suzanne Toolan
    CCLI #: not in CCLI

    Reading excerpt:

    Now during those days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists complained against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution of food. And the twelve called together the whole community of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. Therefore, brothers, select from among yourselves seven men of good standing, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this task, while we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word.”

    Song excerpt:

    I am the bread of life. He who comes to me shall not hunger. He who believes in me shall not thirst. No one can come to me unless the Father draw him;

  4. 4. Spirit Of The Living God

    Authors: Jacob Sooter | Mia Fieldes
    CCLI #: 7035191

    Reading excerpt:

    Now during those days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists complained against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution of food. And the twelve called together the whole community of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. Therefore, brothers, select from among yourselves seven men of good standing, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this task, while we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word.”

    Song excerpt:

    Come and speak to us O Lord

  5. 5. Let Us Exalt His Name

    Authors: Jim Berlucchi
    CCLI #: not in CCLI

    Reading excerpt:

    Now during those days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists complained against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution of food. And the twelve called together the whole community of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. Therefore, brothers, select from among yourselves seven men of good standing, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this task, while we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word.”

    Song excerpt:

    Come, children, now and hear me if you would see long life. Just keep your lips from wickedness and lies. Do good and turn from evil; seek peace instead of strife. Love righteousness and God will hear your cry.

  6. 6. The Servant King

    Authors: Graham Kendrick
    CCLI #: 78897

    Reading excerpt:

    Now during those days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists complained against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution of food. And the twelve called together the whole community of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. Therefore, brothers, select from among yourselves seven men of good standing, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this task, while we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word.”

    Song excerpt:

    So let us learn how to serve And in our lives enthrone Him Each other's needs to prefer For it is Christ we're serving

  7. 7. Praise The Father Praise The Son

    Authors: Chris Tomlin | Ed Cash
    CCLI #: 5203251

    Reading excerpt:

    What they said pleased the whole community, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, together with Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolaus, a convert of Antioch. They had these men stand before the Apostles, who prayed and laid their hands on them.

    Song excerpt:

    Praise the Father praise the Son And praise the Spirit Three in One Clothed in power and in grace The name above all other names The name above all other names

Psalm

Let your love be upon us, Lord, even as we hope in you. or Alleluia!

Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous. Praise befits the upright. Praise the Lord with the lyre; make melody to him with the harp of ten strings.

For the word of the Lord is upright, and all his work is done in faithfulness. He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the Lord.

Truly the eye of the Lord is on those who fear him, on those who hope in his steadfast love, to deliver their soul from death, and to keep them alive in famine.

Related Songs

  1. 1. Holy Spirit

    Authors: Bryan Torwalt | Katie Torwalt
    CCLI #: 6087919

    Reading excerpt:

    Let your love be upon us, Lord, even as we hope in you. or Alleluia!

    Song excerpt:

    Your Presence Lord Your Presence Oh God how we love Your Presence Lord

  2. 2. Don't You Know It's Time To Praise The Lord

    Authors: Bruce Borneman | Judi Borneman
    CCLI #: 30907

    Reading excerpt:

    Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous. Praise befits the upright. Praise the Lord with the lyre; make melody to him with the harp of ten strings.

    Song excerpt:

    Praise the Lord Praise the Lord

  3. 3. It Is Good

    Authors: Paul Wilbur
    CCLI #: 222069

    Reading excerpt:

    Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous. Praise befits the upright. Praise the Lord with the lyre; make melody to him with the harp of ten strings.

    Song excerpt:

    It is good to praise the Lord And make music to Your name O God Most High To proclaim Your love and faithfulness All the day and through the night

  4. 4. Sing Shout Clap

    Authors: Billy Funk
    CCLI #: 363416

    Reading excerpt:

    Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous. Praise befits the upright. Praise the Lord with the lyre; make melody to him with the harp of ten strings.

    Song excerpt:

    Sing shout clap your hands Give praise unto your Maker Make a joyful noise unto the Lord Sing shout clap your hands Give praise unto your Maker For the Lord He is Almighty God

  5. 5. You Have Made Me Glad

    Authors: Charity Gayle | David Gentiles | Sarah Perez | Steven Musso
    CCLI #: 7177457

    Reading excerpt:

    Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous. Praise befits the upright. Praise the Lord with the lyre; make melody to him with the harp of ten strings.

    Song excerpt:

    For You O Lord have made me glad I will sing for joy at the works of Your hands And rejoice in what you have done (And rejoice in what you have done)

  6. 6. I Will Sing Forever

    Authors: Manoling Francisco
    CCLI #: not in CCLI

    Reading excerpt:

    Let your love be upon us, Lord, even as we hope in you. or Alleluia!

    Song excerpt:

    Let us wake at the morning and be filled with Your love, and sing songs of praise all our days, for Your love is as high as the heavens above us, and Your faithfulness as certain as the dawn.

  7. 7. Here In Your Presence

    Authors: Don Moen
    CCLI #: 14112

    Reading excerpt:

    Let your love be upon us, Lord, even as we hope in you. or Alleluia!

    Song excerpt:

    Standing before You We love and adore You O Lord There is none like You

Second Reading

Beloved: Come to the Lord, a living stone, though rejected by human beings yet chosen and precious in God’s sight. Like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

For it stands in Scripture: “See, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious; and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame.” To you then who believe, he is precious; but for those who do not believe, “The stone that the builders rejected has become the very head of the corner,” and “A stone that makes them stumble, and a rock that makes them fall.” They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were destined to do.

But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvellous light.

Related Songs

  1. 1. You Have Called Us

    Authors: Lynn DeShazo | Martin Nystrom
    CCLI #: 190555

    Reading excerpt:

    But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvellous light.

    Song excerpt:

    We are a chosen race A royal priesthood by Your grace We are a holy nation Set apart for You

  2. 2. The Potter's Hand

    Authors: Darlene Zschech
    CCLI #: 2449771

    Reading excerpt:

    Beloved: Come to the Lord, a living stone, though rejected by human beings yet chosen and precious in God’s sight. Like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

    Song excerpt:

    You gently call me into Your presence Guiding me by Your Holy Spirit Teach me dear Lord to live all of my life Through Your eyes

  3. 3. We Are Called

    Authors: Steve Fry
    CCLI #: 3176438

    Reading excerpt:

    Beloved: Come to the Lord, a living stone, though rejected by human beings yet chosen and precious in God’s sight. Like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

    Song excerpt:

    We are called To be a royal priesthood That will minister to God Declare the wisdom of His ways Exalt His character in praise

  4. 4. This Is Your House

    Authors: Claire Cloninger | Don Moen
    CCLI #: 4220802

    Reading excerpt:

    Beloved: Come to the Lord, a living stone, though rejected by human beings yet chosen and precious in God’s sight. Like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

    Song excerpt:

    As we offer up our hearts and lives Let them be a living sacrifice Have Your way Be glorified in ev'rything we do Be glorified in ev'rything we say Have Your way

  5. 5. We Give You Glory

    Authors: Claire Cloninger | Don Moen
    CCLI #: 1726306

    Reading excerpt:

    Beloved: Come to the Lord, a living stone, though rejected by human beings yet chosen and precious in God’s sight. Like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

    Song excerpt:

    There is no other reason why We came than to glorify Your name For You are worthy to be praised Now we offer up our lives As a living sacrifice Holy acceptable to You

  6. 6. Unto You

    Authors: Gerrit Gustafson
    CCLI #: 5248

    Reading excerpt:

    Beloved: Come to the Lord, a living stone, though rejected by human beings yet chosen and precious in God’s sight. Like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

    Song excerpt:

    We bring unto You our gratitude We lift up to You our praise We offer our lives in sacrifice As tokens our hands we raise

  7. 7. Let Your Living Waters Flow

    Authors: Jim Cowan
    CCLI #: 1841078

    Reading excerpt:

    Beloved: Come to the Lord, a living stone, though rejected by human beings yet chosen and precious in God’s sight. Like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

    Song excerpt:

    To be Your vessel Unstained and untarnished This is my heart's wish This is my prayer To be Your vessel Anointed with oil A pure Holy Temple A house where You dwell

Gospel

Jesus said to his disciples: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where I am, there you may be also. And you know the way to the place where I am going.”

Thomas said to him, “Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can we know the way?”

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.”

Philip said to him, “Lord, show us the Father, and we will be satisfied.” Jesus said to him, “Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and you still do not know me? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father’? Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me? The words that I say to you I do not speak on my own; but the Father who dwells in me does his works. Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me; but if you do not, then believe me because of the works themselves. Very truly, I tell you, the one who believes in me will also do the works that I do and, in fact, will do greater works than these, because I am going to the Father.”

Related Songs

  1. 1. I Am The Bread Of Life

    Authors: Suzanne Toolan
    CCLI #: not in CCLI

    Reading excerpt:

    Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.”

    Song excerpt:

    I am the bread of life. He who comes to me shall not hunger. He who believes in me shall not thirst. No one can come to me unless the Father draw him;

  2. 2. Jesus Your Name

    Authors: Claire Cloninger | Morris Chapman
    CCLI #: 396201

    Reading excerpt:

    Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.”

    Song excerpt:

    Jesus Your name is holy Jesus Your name brings light Jesus Your name above ev'ry other Jesus Your name is life

  3. 3. One Way

    Authors: Joel Houston | Jonathon Douglass
    CCLI #: 4222082

    Reading excerpt:

    Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.”

    Song excerpt:

    You are the Way The Truth and the Life We live by faith and not by sight For You We're living all for You You are the Way The Truth and the Life We live by faith and not by sight For You We're living all for You

  4. 4. We Want To See Jesus Lifted High

    Authors: Doug Horley
    CCLI #: 1033408

    Reading excerpt:

    Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.”

    Song excerpt:

    We want to see Jesus lifted high A banner that flies across this land That all men might see the truth and know He is the way to heaven

  5. 5. This Kingdom

    Authors: Geoff Bullock
    CCLI #: 1650898

    Reading excerpt:

    Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.”

    Song excerpt:

    Jesus God's righteousness revealed The Son of Man the Son of God His kingdom comes Jesus redemption's sacrifice Now glorified now justified His kingdom comes

  6. 6. The Jesus Way

    Authors: Jonathan Smith | Phil Wickham
    CCLI #: 7217888

    Reading excerpt:

    Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.”

    Song excerpt:

    If you curse me then I will bless you If you hurt me I will forgive And if you hate me then I will love you I choose the Jesus way

  7. 7. The Mission

    Authors: Jon Mohr | Randall Dennis
    CCLI #: 137240

    Reading excerpt:

    Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.”

    Song excerpt:

    Proclaim and live the truth in Jesus' name