Order of Worship
Preparation for Worship
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Introit ~ “All People That on Earth Do Dwell”
* Hymn #218 ~ “Angels, from the Realms of Glory”
Welcome and Announcements
Adoration of God
Call to Worship: Luke 2:8-14
* Hymn ~ “Joy Has Dawned”
Children’s Anthem ~ “Manger Carol”
Confession of Sin
* Reading of the Law: Colossians 3:12-17
Assurance of Pardon
* Hymn #220 ~ “From Heaven High I Come to You”
Means of Grace
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer
Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 43:1-7
New Testament Reading: Hebrews 9:11-15
Sermon: “Choosing Ruth” (Ruth 4:1-12)
Hymn #226 ~ “As with Gladness Men of Old”
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
“Choosing Ruth” (Ruth 4:1-12)
I. Introduction
II. Boaz Redeems Ruth
A. A reminder of God’s law
B. The transaction completed
III. Application
A. The lived-out drama of our redemption
B. “Your Kinsman-Redeemer is here”
Announcements
This Week Abortion Ministry Schedule: Monday @ TPP 8-11am; Tuesday @ CR 8-11am; Thursday @ TPP time TBD; Saturday @ TPP 9-12pm.
Wednesday: Bible Education Night, 6pm dinner, 6:30 singing, 6:45-7:30pm classes and Small Groups
Friday: “Church Christmas Party”, 6pm-8pm; high school and up, gift exchange ($15), Please bring hors d’oeuvres and dessert
Food Pantry: Food available for church families in kitchen
Please: Food and drink limited to Fellowship Hall. Thank you
Next Week’s Sermon Text: Ruth 4:13-22