THE LORD’S DAY
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BIBLE SENTENCE & PRAYER: Stated Supply Pastor Dr. Rev. Geoffrey R. Brown
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PRELUDE: “Under His Wings,” arr. Wyrtzen
Musician today: Jann Moreshead, piano; Shannon Lewis, violin
PLEASE NOTE: This music provides an opportunity for us to meditate, prepare our hearts, and reverently worship God the Father, the Son, & the Holy Spirit.
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CALL TO WORSHIP: Elder Stephanie Stehl
“To God only wise, be glory, through Jesus Christ, for ever. Amen.” (Rom 16:27)
“For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (Rom 11:36)
“Who gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father, to Whom be the glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (Gal 1:4, 5)
“And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil deed and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (2 Tim 4:18)
“To Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.” (Eph 3:21)
“Now unto God and our Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (Phil 4:20)
“Through Jesus Christ to Whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (Heb 13:21)
“To Him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.” (2 Pet 3:18)
“To Him Who loves us and has freed us from our sins by His blood…to Him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.” (Rev 1:5, 6)
“To the only wise God our Savior be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.” (Jude 25)
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HYMN OF PRAISE: “Our Great Savior”
1 Jesus! what a Friend for sinners!
Jesus! lover of my soul;
friends may fail me, foes assail me,
he, my Savior, makes me whole.
Refrain:
Hallelujah! what a Savior!
Hallelujah, what a Friend!
Saving, helping, keeping, loving,
he is with me to the end.
2 Jesus! what a strength in weakness!
Let me hide myself in him;
tempted, tried, and sometimes failing,
he, my strength, my vict’ry wins. [Refrain]
3 Jesus! what a help in sorrow!
While the billows o’er me roll,
even when my heart is breaking,
he, my comfort, helps my soul. [Refrain]
4 Jesus! what a guide and keeper!
While the tempest still is high,
storms about me, night o’ertakes me,
he, my pilot, hears my cry. [Refrain]
5 Jesus! I do now receive him,
more than all in him I find;
he hath granted me forgiveness,
I am his, and he is mine. [Refrain]
INVOCATION: In Unison
Almighty God, we stand in awe of Your goodness and mercy today and invite You to be present amongst us by the power of Your Holy Spirit. Father, we declare that we love You. Thank You that You have made the way of love known through Your son, Jesus Christ. Lead us by Your Spirit to praise You. May our hearts overflow with thanksgiving and our mouths proclaim Your everlasting greatness. In the wonderful name of Jesus, we pray, Amen.
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HYMN OF WORSHIP: “This Is My Father’s World”
1 This is my Father’s world,
And to my listening ears
All nature sings, and round me rings
The music of the spheres.
This is my Father’s world:
I rest me in the thought
Of rocks and trees, of skies and seas–
His hand the wonders wrought.
2 This is my Father’s world:
The birds their carols raise,
The morning light, the lily white,
Declare their Maker’s praise.
This is my Father’s world:
He shines in all that’s fair;
In the rustling grass I hear Him pass,
He speaks to me everywhere.
3 This is my Father’s world:
O let me ne’er forget
That though the wrong seems oft so strong,
God is the Ruler yet.
This is my Father’s world:
Why should my heart be sad?
The Lord is King: let the heavens ring!
God reigns; let earth be glad!
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CONFESSING OUR SIN TOGETHER: In Unison
Lord God, we have found multiple ways to sin against You. In disbelief, in pride, in selfishness, in sloth, in anger, we have done what is wrong and failed to do what is right. We confess that we do it over and over again, broken in sin as we are. Forgive us, God, and teach us to walk in Your ways and live in Your love, we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen. Please use the next few moments for quiet reflection and confession of sins to God.
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ASSURANCE OF PARDON:
Where sin has increased, grace has abounded all the more, leading to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Justified in Christ, we are forgiven!
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SERMON
THE READING OF GOD’S WORD: Pastor Geoff
OT: Psalm 1, Habakkuk. 3:1-3, 17-1 ; NT: Philippians 4:4-13
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OFFERING OF OUR GIFTS TO GOD FOR RPC MINISTRY & MISSION:
OFFERTORY: “The Power of Your Love,” arr. Inman
Tithes can be sent to: RPC, PO Box 247, Roslyn, WA 98941
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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.
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HYMN OF ADORATION: “Count Your Blessings”
1 When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed,
When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Refrain:
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your many blessings, see what God hath done.
2 Are you ever burdened with a load of care?
Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear?
Count your many blessings, ev’ry doubt will fly,
And you will be singing as the days go by. [Refrain]
3 When you look at others with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised you His wealth untold;
Count your many blessings, money cannot buy
Your reward in heaven, nor your home on high. [Refrain]
4 So, amid the conflict, whether great or small,
Do not be discouraged, God is over all;
Count your many blessings, angels will attend,
Help and comfort give you to your journey’s end. [Refrain]
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THE WORD SPEAKS TO OUR LIVES: Pastor Geoff
Summer/Fall Philippians Sermon Series
God’s Glory Is Our Joy – Part 14
“How Does Your Garden Grow?”
Philippians 4:4-13
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CELEBRATION OF THE LORD’S SUPPER:
You will be directed when to take the Elements.
Taking of the Bread: Piano Mediation
Drinking the Cup in unison
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CLOSING HYMN: “Jesus The Very Thought of Thee”
1 Jesus, the very thought of thee
with sweetness fills the breast;
but sweeter far thy face to see,
and in thy presence rest.
2 O hope of every contrite heart,
O joy of all the meek,
to those who fall, how kind thou art!
How good to those who seek!
3 But what to those who find? Ah, this
nor tongue nor pen can show;
the love of Jesus, what it is,
none but his loved ones know.
4 Jesus, our only joy be thou,
as thou our prize wilt be;
Jesus, be thou our glory now,
and through eternity.
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BENEDICTION
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POSTLUDE
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