Order of Worship
Preparation for Worship
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Introit ~ “Safely Through Another Week”
* Hymn #310 ~ “Rejoice, the Lord Is King”
Welcome and Announcements
Adoration of God
Call to Worship: Isaiah 55:1-3
* Hymn ~ “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”
Children’s Choir Anthem ~ “Rejoice in the Lord”
Confession of Sin
* Reading of the Law: Matthew 6:25-34
Assurance of Pardon
Affirmation of Faith: Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q&A 85-86
Q. 85. What does God require of us, that we may escape his wrath and curse, due to us for sin?
A. 85. To escape the wrath and curse due to us for sin, God requires of us faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and repentance leading to life together with the diligent use of all the outward means by which Christ gives to us the benefits of redemption.
Q. 86. What is faith in Jesus Christ?
A. 86. Faith in Jesus Christ is a saving grace by which we receive and rest upon him alone for salvation as he is freely offered to us in the gospel.
* Hymn #629 ~ “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”
Means of Grace
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer
Old Testament Reading: Psalm 18:1-6
New Testament Reading: 1 Peter 5:6-11
Sermon: “Rejoice Always” (Philippians 4:1–9)
Hymn #691 ~ “It Is Well with My Soul”
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
“Rejoice Always” (Philippians 4:1-9)
I. Introduction
II. Encouragement and Command
A. Get along!
B. Paying attention to the adverb
III. Conclusion and Application
A. It’s a Christian duty
B. Starving yourself?
Announcements
Today: Nursery for children birth through three during Sunday School and Worship.
Today: The “Worship Training Room” (across from kitchen) is available for young families (livestream available)
Communication from us? Please fill out a Communication Card (on back table)
Today: Church Directory Mobile App, see handout
This Week: Bible Day Camp Volunteer sign-up; register online; 4-day summer commitment
Wednesday: Bible Education Night; 6pm dinner, 6:30 singing, 6:45-7:30pm classes and Small Groups for all
Abortion Ministry: Tuesday at Cedar River; Saturday at TPP
Friday: MS/HS Game Night, “Minute to Win It”, 6-8pm
Next Sunday: Congregational Meeting; 11:45am – 1pm
Save the Date: ERC Camping Trip @ Alder Lake, Aug. 2-5
Pastoral Counseling? See Associate Pastor Henry Flowers
Food Pantry: Food available for church families in kitchen
Please: Food and drink limited to Fellowship Hall. Thank you
Next Week’s Sermon Text: Philippians 4:10-23