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A prayer of confession in which we acknowledge our brokenness and need of God.

Loving God,
you hold all things in your hands…

Psalm 8 is often seen simply as a psalm of praise to God for all creation, and it is that. But it also describes the right ordering of that creation and the relationships within the created order. While it is a wonder to acknowledge that humanity is seen as a little lower than the angels, it is also sobering to understand the responsibility that comes with that honor. In Christ, God has provided us with an example of what that responsibility entails—seeking the flourishing of all and being willing to be serve, putting others ahead of self.

A part of a series on wisdom for worship leaders, this article focuses on letting the Triune God be the main character in worship and how to let scripture speak. Worship then becomes a dialogue between God and those gathered.