The Lord’s Day ~ February 17, 2019
The Preparation for Worship
For of Him and through Him and to Him are all things, to whom be glory forever. Amen. (Romans 11:36)
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Welcome and Announcements
The Adoration of God
Call to Worship – Psalm 105:1-3
*Psalm of Praise – ARP Psalter # 146, vv. 1-2
Speaker: I will greatly rejoice in the LORD,
All: My soul shall be joyful in my God. (Isaiah 61:10)
*The Invocation and Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
*The Hymn of Exaltation – Hymn 441
(Jesus Shall Reign)
The Old Testament Reading – Isaiah 55:1-12
*Response of Praise (Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah)
Guide me, O thou great Jehovah, pilgrim through this barren land; I am weak, but though art mighty; hold me with thy pow'rful hand; Bread of heaven, Bread of heaven, feed me till I want no more, feed me till I want no more.
The Confession of Sin
The Call to Repentance - Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 21
Q 55. What do you understand by "the communion of saints"?
A: First, that all and every one, who believes, being members of Christ, are in common, partakers of him, and of all his riches and gifts; secondly, that every one must know it to be his duty, readily and cheerfully to employ his gifts, for the advantage and salvation of other members.
Q 56. What do you believe concerning "the forgiveness of sins"?
A: That God, for the sake of Christ's satisfaction, will no more remember my sins, neither my corrupt nature, against which I have to struggle all my life long; but will graciously impute to me the righteousness of Christ, that I may never be condemned before the tribunal of God.
The Prayer of Confession (a moment of silent confession)
O Lord, we praise your glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise. You alone are the Lord. You have done great things and have provided for all our needs. Yet instead of being thankful, we have acted proudly. We have hardened our necks and refused to obey. We have not been mindful of your lovingkindness, and have forsaken your precepts, statutes and laws. But You are ready to pardon. You are gracious and merciful, slow to anger, abundant in kindness. By your great mercy, cleanse us and forgive us. Take away our sins and our love of sinning. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.
The Assurance of Pardon – Isaiah 1:18 “Come now, and let us reason together,” says the LORD, “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool.”
*The Hymn of Gratitude – Hymn 252
(When I Survey the Wondrous Cross)
The Means of Grace
The Pastoral Prayer
The Worship of Giving
*The Doxology Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Him all creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*The Prayer of Dedication
The Scripture – John 1:35-42
The Sermon – Come and See!
The Response and Blessing
*The Hymn of Consecration – Hymn 479, vv. 1, 3-4
(Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling)
*The Benediction
*Congregation Standing
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Announcements
We welcome all who are visiting with us today. The Pastor and elders are available after the service to pray with you or speak with you about your salvation. Children are encouraged to stay in the sanctuary for worship. A nursery is provided if needed.
Prayer Meeting will meet this week on Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.
This morning we will have another opportunity to give toward a special offering for the Dunlap Orphanage Fund of the ARP Church, whose purpose is “to provide care, support, maintenance, and education of orphaned, or fatherless, or helpless, or needy children, and to support projects related to such children.” Make checks out to Unity Presbyterian Church, designated Dunlap Orphanage Fund.
There is a new sign-up sheet for cleaning the church. Volunteers are appreciated!
WELLNESS SEMINAR - Sunday March 10 at 4:00 p.m. Dr Troy Martin will share an informative Power Point presentation about how we can care better for the temple of the Holy Spirit! Following the seminar we will have a Soup and Salad dinner. Please plan to come out for this and invite family members and friends. Hopefully we will all have a Healthy 2019. Dr Martin is a Christian and works with Palmetto Physical Medicine in Anderson.
Jesus asked them the question, “What are you seeking?”— a very modest question. Notice it. It is the first word of Christ’s ministry. It is the first word I find Christ speaking at all in public . “What are you seeking?” And was it not a very comprehensive question? “What is that you seek?” If there are any honest enquirers here after salvation, he asks the same question to you this morning — “What are you seeking?” “Are you seeking pardon? you shall find it in me. Are you seeking peace? I will give you rest. Are you seeking purity? I will take away your sin, I will give you a new heart, and I will put within you a right spirit. What are you seeking? some solid resting-place for your soul upon earth, and a glorious hope for yourself in heaven? Whatever you seek, it is here.” (C.H. Spurgeon)
The Preparation for Worship
For of Him and through Him and to Him are all things, to whom be glory forever. Amen. (Romans 11:36)
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Welcome and Announcements
The Adoration of God
Call to Worship – Psalm 105:1-3
*Psalm of Praise – ARP Psalter # 146, vv. 1-2
Speaker: I will greatly rejoice in the LORD,
All: My soul shall be joyful in my God. (Isaiah 61:10)
*The Invocation and Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
*The Hymn of Exaltation – Hymn 441
(Jesus Shall Reign)
The Old Testament Reading – Isaiah 55:1-12
*Response of Praise (Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah)
Guide me, O thou great Jehovah, pilgrim through this barren land; I am weak, but though art mighty; hold me with thy pow'rful hand; Bread of heaven, Bread of heaven, feed me till I want no more, feed me till I want no more.
The Confession of Sin
The Call to Repentance - Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 21
Q 55. What do you understand by "the communion of saints"?
A: First, that all and every one, who believes, being members of Christ, are in common, partakers of him, and of all his riches and gifts; secondly, that every one must know it to be his duty, readily and cheerfully to employ his gifts, for the advantage and salvation of other members.
Q 56. What do you believe concerning "the forgiveness of sins"?
A: That God, for the sake of Christ's satisfaction, will no more remember my sins, neither my corrupt nature, against which I have to struggle all my life long; but will graciously impute to me the righteousness of Christ, that I may never be condemned before the tribunal of God.
The Prayer of Confession (a moment of silent confession)
O Lord, we praise your glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise. You alone are the Lord. You have done great things and have provided for all our needs. Yet instead of being thankful, we have acted proudly. We have hardened our necks and refused to obey. We have not been mindful of your lovingkindness, and have forsaken your precepts, statutes and laws. But You are ready to pardon. You are gracious and merciful, slow to anger, abundant in kindness. By your great mercy, cleanse us and forgive us. Take away our sins and our love of sinning. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.
The Assurance of Pardon – Isaiah 1:18 “Come now, and let us reason together,” says the LORD, “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool.”
*The Hymn of Gratitude – Hymn 252
(When I Survey the Wondrous Cross)
The Means of Grace
The Pastoral Prayer
The Worship of Giving
*The Doxology Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Him all creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*The Prayer of Dedication
The Scripture – John 1:35-42
The Sermon – Come and See!
The Response and Blessing
*The Hymn of Consecration – Hymn 479, vv. 1, 3-4
(Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling)
*The Benediction
*Congregation Standing
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Announcements
We welcome all who are visiting with us today. The Pastor and elders are available after the service to pray with you or speak with you about your salvation. Children are encouraged to stay in the sanctuary for worship. A nursery is provided if needed.
Prayer Meeting will meet this week on Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.
This morning we will have another opportunity to give toward a special offering for the Dunlap Orphanage Fund of the ARP Church, whose purpose is “to provide care, support, maintenance, and education of orphaned, or fatherless, or helpless, or needy children, and to support projects related to such children.” Make checks out to Unity Presbyterian Church, designated Dunlap Orphanage Fund.
There is a new sign-up sheet for cleaning the church. Volunteers are appreciated!
WELLNESS SEMINAR - Sunday March 10 at 4:00 p.m. Dr Troy Martin will share an informative Power Point presentation about how we can care better for the temple of the Holy Spirit! Following the seminar we will have a Soup and Salad dinner. Please plan to come out for this and invite family members and friends. Hopefully we will all have a Healthy 2019. Dr Martin is a Christian and works with Palmetto Physical Medicine in Anderson.
Jesus asked them the question, “What are you seeking?”— a very modest question. Notice it. It is the first word of Christ’s ministry. It is the first word I find Christ speaking at all in public . “What are you seeking?” And was it not a very comprehensive question? “What is that you seek?” If there are any honest enquirers here after salvation, he asks the same question to you this morning — “What are you seeking?” “Are you seeking pardon? you shall find it in me. Are you seeking peace? I will give you rest. Are you seeking purity? I will take away your sin, I will give you a new heart, and I will put within you a right spirit. What are you seeking? some solid resting-place for your soul upon earth, and a glorious hope for yourself in heaven? Whatever you seek, it is here.” (C.H. Spurgeon)
The ARP Church has published a Psalter in conjunction with Crown and Covenant Publications. Read here about the Preface and History of Psalm singing in the ARPC.
