Order of Worship
Preparation for Worship
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Introit ~ “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”
* Hymn #100 ~ “Holy, Holy, Holy!”
Welcome and Announcements
Adoration of God
Call to Worship: Daniel 2:20-22
* Hymn #140 ~ “O Word of God Incarnate”
Children’s Choir Anthem ~ “Sing and Celebrate!”
Confession of Sin
* Reading of the Law: 1 John 4:19-21
Assurance of Pardon
Affirmation of Faith: Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q&A’s 9-10
Q. 9. What is the work of creation?
A. 9. The work of creation is the making by God of all things from nothing, by his powerful word, in the space of six days, and all very good.
Q. 10. How did God create man?
A. 10. God created man, male and female, in his own image, in knowledge, righteousness, and holiness, with rule over the creatures.
* Hymn ~ “Speak O Lord”
Means of Grace
Sacrament of Baptism
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer
Old Testament Reading: Deuteronomy 32:1-4
New Testament Reading: Hebrews 6:13-20
Sermon: “Right are Your Rules” (Psalm 119:129-144)
* Hymn #460 ~ “Amazing Grace”
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
“Right are Your Rules” (Psalm 119:129-144)
- Introduction
- The Wonderful Word of God
- What are you doing with your Bible?
- Peace and joy is found in obedience
- Application
- God’s Word is righteous and true forever
- What does God’s unchanging Word say?
Announcements
Today: Nursery (Birth through age 3) for children during Sunday School and 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: ERC Single Ladies, Christmas cookies, Noon-3pm
Tuesday: DECo, Trail Life and American Heritage Girls
This Week’s Bible and Catechism Memory Work: Psalm 103:7; Westminster Shorter Catechism: Q/A 34
Wednesday: Council Meeting, 5pm
Nov. 20-21, 27-28: Wreath making, 10am-4pm, info in Fellowship Hall
Next Sunday: Decorating church for Christmas after church
Advent Blessing Baskets: Donations collected through November 29
Save the Date: Ladies’ Advent Brunch 12/5; Choir Concert and Children’s Advent 12/13; Church Christmas Party 12/19
Church Center App: Have you joined?
Please: No food or drink in sanctuary
Food Pantry: In the kitchen for members of ERC
Next Week’s Sermon Text: Psalm 119:145-160