For July 3, 2011

Worship Next Sunday

July 3, 2011

Preaching: Pastor Magee

Sermon text: Acts 6:1-7

Sermon title: “Obedient to the Faith”

Music:

Opening – 117 The Spacious Firmament on High

Preparation – 254 Alas! and Did My Savior Bleed

Response – 644 May the Mind of Christ My Savior

Closing – 585 Take My Life, and Let It Be

Confession of Faith: Heidelberg Catechism

OT Reading: Micah 6:1-8

Preparation Guide

Sunday: Review morning sermon (evening service @ 5pm)

Monday: Acts 6

Tuesday: 2 Samuel 10:1-9

Wednesday: 2 Samuel 10:10-19

Thursday: Micah 6:1-8

Friday: Matthew 22:37

Saturday: Acts 6

Suggested Bible Study and Prayers

(Passages that we will refer to in next Sunday's worship)

2 Samuel 10

Glorious Lord, though we would act with sincerity and care for the world, we cannot be certain that we will be treated kindly and respectfully by others. Remind us again of the gospel, particularly at times of special disappointment and danger. Protect us from the hatred and violence of men. We would be men of peace. Assist us in the proclamation of the truth to every creature under heaven. Grant us courage in this task. Our forthright word of faith and repentance may cause some to attack, yet we must be true to You, whatever the danger before us may be.

Micah 6

Lord God Almighty, You had an indictment against Your people under the Old Covenant. You provided them with many blessings and with great saving acts. What did You require of Israel? They should have done justice, loved kindness, and walked humbly with You. These are the weightier matters of the Law. How have we fared by the same holy requirements? O how we need Your grace! We who have been saved through the righteousness of Your Son are not required to do less then those who came before us. We have been given much. Much is required of us. Your Son has covered our sins. Please forgive us, and fill us with Your Spirit, so that we will walk in love according to Your commandments.

Acts 6

Lord God, thank You for the way that You solve problems with such wisdom and love. Help us to remember that those who have been set apart for the Word should devote themselves to the duties of leading Your church in prayer, teaching, and preaching. These men should not be distracted by other concerns, however important and legitimate. Raise up men that are full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom to lead all of the believers in service, so that issues of justice, mercy, and order are attended to with diligence and holiness. Fill our hearts with wisdom and with Your Spirit. Grant us godly composure and Christ-like love for You and for others.

For June 26, 2011

Worship Next Sunday

June 26, 2011

Preaching: Pastor Magee

Sermon text: Acts 5:34-42

Sermon title: “If it is of God...”

Music:

Opening – 18 You Holy Angels Bright

Preparation – Psalm 5

Response – 558 That Man Is Blessed, Who Fearing God

Closing – 246 Man of Sorrows! What a Name

Confession of Faith: Nicene Creed

OT Reading: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Preparation Guide

Sunday: Review morning sermon (evening service @ 5pm)

Monday: Acts 5

Tuesday: 2 Samuel 9:1-8

Wednesday: 2 Samuel 9:9-13

Thursday: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Friday: Luke 9:23-26

Saturday: Acts 5

Suggested Bible Study and Prayers

(Passages that we will refer to in next Sunday's worship)

2 Samuel 9

God of All Covenant Faithfulness, show us Your kindness today because of our relation to Your Son, Jesus Christ. We are obviously weak. Look upon our weary limbs, and search our broken spirits. We confess our sins before You. Thank You for Your abundant forgiveness, O God. You have lifted us up and promised us food from Your table. Remember our desperate need. Even if we will be given food by men, no one can provide good nourishment for our souls today but You. Feed us with Your truth, for we long to walk again in the glory of Your Name.

Habakkuk 3

Father God, we humbly beseech You that You would remember mercy in Your wrath. We plead the blood of Christ Your Son. You sent Him to be a Substitute for sinners. Your justice has already come upon Him centuries ago. There was nothing missing in His atoning sacrifice for Your people. Surely our wickedness has been utterly crushed through His merciful death for Your people. We tremble at the truth of Your holiness and Your costly love. The wicked who hate You will not prosper forever. Though we seem empty now, we are full of the joy of Your glory, and we will worship You in the splendor of Your majesty forever.

Acts 5

Our Father, we are so easily tempted by sinful desires. We want to be seen as great among men, even within Your church. Forgive us for this deadly sin. Not only do we bring great trouble upon ourselves, but we also bring trials upon our families and Your church. Despite our foolishness, we know that You will work all things for Your purposes. Please bring great fear upon Your people so that we may remember the seriousness of our commitments. Send Your holy angels to protect us from evil that would be too strong for us. Amaze Your enemies as You accomplish Your heavenly purposes in the midst of this passing age. Teach us not to follow rulers when they command us to violate Your way. We must follow You, even if men would seek to kill us for challenging their authority. Make our witness real. Imposters come and go, and their followers amount to nothing. But the Word and kingdom of Jesus cannot be stopped, for this assembly is the very kingdom of God on earth in this present age. Your Son Jesus is surely the Messiah. To oppose Him is to oppose You.

For June 19, 2011

Worship Next Sunday

June 19, 2011

Preaching: Pastor Magee

Sermon text: Acts 5:27-33

Sermon title: “A Leader and Savior to Give Repentance to Israel”

Music:

Opening – 100 Holy, Holy, Holy!

Preparation – 163 At the Name of Jesus

Response – Psalm 2

Closing – 598 Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah

Confession of Faith: Apostles Creed

OT Reading: Isaiah 1:1-20

Preparation Guide

Sunday: Review morning sermon (evening service @ 5pm)

Monday: Acts 5

Tuesday: 2 Samuel 8:1-8

Wednesday: 2 Samuel 8:9-18

Thursday: Isaiah 1:1-20

Friday: Exodus 20:17

Saturday: Acts 5

Suggested Bible Study and Prayers

(Passages that we will refer to in next Sunday's worship)

2 Samuel 8

Lord God, will we sink into despair because of the challenges of the past and our fears about the future? There is work to be done today, yet we are not sufficiently engaged in doing the things that You have called us to do. Help us to take up the shield of faith and all of the armor for the spiritual battle that You have ordained. We cannot mourn forever because of the miseries that we face. Your church must rejoice in You. This is a day of victory, for Your Son reigns. Men who are strong in Your Spirit have been placed by You in important positions of trust in Your church. Shall we ignore our duties forever? Strengthen us in Your service.

Isaiah 1

Lord God, help us to know You and to know the truth. Teach us to turn away from rebellion. Your Law is good and right, but we have sinned against You. We have brought great trouble upon ourselves in our disobedience. Yet You have a plan of grace that goes beyond our disobedience. You have provided a Substitute who did more than offer ceremonial righteousness to You. He heard Your Word and loved You. He listened to Your voice and obeyed Your commandments. There was no evil in Him. He cared for the weak with true sincerity. He has taken away the deep stain of our sin and has granted to us the perfectly glorious robes of His unfailing goodness. We seek You now for a season of true faithfulness among Your worshippers. We long for the age to come, when all of our sinful thoughts, words, and actions will be taken far away from us forever. The way of idolatry leads only to destruction. Teach us to be earnest followers of Your Son.

Acts 5

Our Father, we are so easily tempted by sinful desires. We want to be seen as great among men, even within Your church. Forgive us for this deadly sin. Not only do we bring great trouble upon ourselves, but we also bring trials upon our families and Your church. Despite our foolishness, we know that You will work all things for Your purposes. Please bring great fear upon Your people so that we may remember the seriousness of our commitments. Send Your holy angels to protect us from evil that would be too strong for us. Amaze Your enemies as You accomplish Your heavenly purposes in the midst of this passing age. Teach us not to follow rulers when they command us to violate Your way. We must follow You, even if men would seek to kill us for challenging their authority. Make our witness real. Imposters come and go, and their followers amount to nothing. But the Word and kingdom of Jesus cannot be stopped, for this assembly is the very kingdom of God on earth in this present age. Your Son Jesus is surely the Messiah. To oppose Him is to oppose You.

For June 12, 2011

Worship Next Sunday

June 12, 2011

Preaching: Pastor Magee

Sermon text: Acts 5:17-26

Sermon title: “Speak to the people.”

Music:

Opening – 9 All You That Fear Jehovah's Name

Preparation – 94 How Firm a Foundation

Response – 358 For All the Saints

Closing – 92 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Confession of Faith: Heidelberg Catechism

OT Reading: Isaiah 6

Preparation Guide

Sunday: Review morning sermon (evening service @ 5pm)

Monday: Acts 5

Tuesday: 2 Samuel 7:1-17

Wednesday: 2 Samuel 7:18-29

Thursday: Isaiah 6

Friday: Exodus 20:16

Saturday: Acts 5

Suggested Bible Study and Prayers

(Passages that we will refer to in next Sunday's worship)

2 Samuel 7

Faithful Lord, grant us rest from all the enemies that surround us. Father we would serve You with full devotion. Our plans are not always Your plans. Lead us in the right paths of fruitful service. Build up Your house and glorify Your Name. Bring glory to Your Son Jesus. You have made a house for David, and have established the Kingdom of His Son. Your steadfast love will never depart from Him. His throne is established forever. Who are we that You would grant to us a place in Your house? What can we say to You? You are great, O Lord, God. There is none like You, and it is the greatest privilege to be included in Your kingdom. You have confirmed Your Word of blessing through the death and resurrection of Your Son. Your promises are true. The house of Your servant Jesus shall know the security of Your love forever.

Isaiah 6

Holy and Majestic God, You are the Lord. You reign from the heavenly sanctuary, and You are holy. Our sin is made more obvious in the light of Your presence. We thank You for the full atonement which is ours in Jesus Christ. We have been set apart for Your purposes and are willing to be sent out for Your glory. Grant us strength from on high for the service to which we have been called. May we be faithful in speaking the truth by the power of Your love for Your chosen flock.

Acts 5

Our Father, we are so easily tempted by sinful desires. We want to be seen as great among men, even within Your church. Forgive us for this deadly sin. Not only do we bring great trouble upon ourselves, but we also bring trials upon our families and Your church. Despite our foolishness, we know that You will work all things for Your purposes. Please bring great fear upon Your people so that we may remember the seriousness of our commitments. Send Your holy angels to protect us from evil that would be too strong for us. Amaze Your enemies as You accomplish Your heavenly purposes in the midst of this passing age. Teach us not to follow rulers when they command us to violate Your way. We must follow You, even if men would seek to kill us for challenging their authority. Make our witness real. Imposters come and go, and their followers amount to nothing. But the Word and kingdom of Jesus cannot be stopped, for this assembly is the very kingdom of God on earth in this present age. Your Son Jesus is surely the Messiah. To oppose Him is to oppose You.