Order of Worship
Preparation for Worship
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Introit ~ “Praise the Lord Who Reigns Above”
* Hymn #523 ~ “My Hope Is in the Lord”
Welcome and Announcements
Adoration of God
Call to Worship: Isaiah 43:11-13
* Hymn #460 ~ “Amazing Grace!”
Confession of Sin
* Reading of the Law: Deuteronomy 6:1-9
Assurance of Pardon
Affirmation of Faith: Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q&A’s 98-99
Q. 98. What is prayer?
A. 98. Prayer is an offering up of our desires to God, for things agreeable to his will, in the name of Christ, with confession of our sins and thankful acknowledgement of his mercies.
Q. 99. What rule has God given for our direction in prayer?
A. 99. The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer, but the special rule of direction is that form of prayer which Christ taught his disciples, commonly called the Lord’s Prayer.
* Hymn ~ “All People That on Earth Do Dwell”
Means of Grace
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer
Old Testament Reading: Psalm 70
New Testament Reading: John 16:1-4
Sermon: “You Don’t Belong” (Highway to Heaven: Part 8) (John 15:18-21)
* Hymn ~ “Every Knee Shall Bow”
Communion
Response and Blessing
* Doxology to the tune of “For All the Saints” #358
Praise ye the Lord, His mighty works acclaim:
His years are endless, yet is He the same.
O sing His praise, give glory to His holy name:
Alleluia, Alleluia. Amen.
* Blessing/Benediction
[* indicates to please stand]
Sermon Notes
“You Don’t Belong” (Highway to Heaven: Part 8) (John 15:18-21)
- Introduction
- Why Such Hatred?
- We belong to Jesus
- The division cannot be erased
- Application
- Four things that set them apart
- Friend of God or friend of the world?
Announcements
Today: Nursery (Birth through age 3) for children during Worship.
Today: The “Worship Training Room” (across from kitchen) is available for young families (livestream)
Communication from us? Please fill out a Communication Card (on back table)
Today: Pre-register for Fall 2026 Sunday School, clipboards in Fellowship Hall
Today: “Fellowship Meal”, 12pm; Intentional and Informal: furthering our relationships with one another; Potluck, please bring main dish and salad or dessert to share
Tuesday: Trail Life and American Heritage Girls
Next Sunday: Olalla Parish Gathering, 4:30pm
August 15: “Barn Dance”; sponsored by Veritas Bible Church (register online); in our Fellowship Hall; 6-9pm, for singles/couples 18+
Save the Date: August 23, All Church Picnic; Talent Show; September 5, Double Wedding Shower: 7pm
Sanctuary: No food or drink please
Next Week’s Sermon Text: Elder Ryan Frederick preaching