Call to Worship: Psalm 23
Pastor: The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
People: He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.
Pastor: He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
People: Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil;
Pastor: For you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
People: You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies, you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
All: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Sacrament of Baptism: Blake LeighAnn Stanford
Prayer of Adoration:
Old Testament Lesson: 1 Samuel 16:1, 10-13
Song: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty – Hymn 53 v.1-3,5
Song: Come Ye Souls By Sin Afflicted – CCLI# 2263115
Come ye souls by sin afflicted, Bowed with fruitless sorrow down;
By the broken law convicted, through the cross, behold the crown;
Look to Jesus; Look to Jesus; Look to Jesus;
Mercy flows through Him alone.
Take His easy yoke and wear it; Love will make your obedience sweet
Christ will give you strength to bear it, while His grace shall guide your feet
Safe to glory, Safe to glory, Safe to glory,
Where His ransomed captives meet.
Blessed are the eyes that see Him, Blest the ears that hear His voice;
Blessed are the souls that trust Him, And in Him alone rejoice;
His commandments, His commandments, His commandments
Then become their happy choice.
Sweet as home to pilgrims weary, Light to newly, opened eyes,
Like full springs in deserts dreary, Is the rest the cross supplies;
All who taste it, All who taste it, All who taste it
Shall to rest immortal rise.
Look to Jesus; Look to Jesus; Look to Jesus;
Mercy flows through Him alone.
New Testament Lesson: Ephesians 5:8-14
Song: Have Thine Own Way – Hymn 688 v.1-4
Scripture Reading and Prayer for the Church:
Dr. Michael Calvert, Teaching Elder – Matthew 16:13-28
Confession of Faith: The Second Helvetic Confession–Chapter One
THE PREACHING OF THE WORD OF GOD IS THE WORD OF GOD. Wherefore when this Word of God is now preached in the church by preachers lawfully called, we believe that the very Word of God is proclaimed, and received by the faithful; and that neither any other Word of God is to be invented nor is to be expected from heaven: and that now the Word itself which is preached is to be regarded, not the minister that preaches; for even if he be evil and a sinner, nevertheless the Word of God remains still true and good.
Preaching of the Word: Dr. Michael Calvert, Teaching Elder
“Twelve Stones In the Jordan”–Joshua 4:1-24
Corporate Prayer of Confession: Psalm 69
Save me, O God! For the waters have come up to my neck. I sink in deep mire, where there is no foothold; I have come into deep waters, and the flood sweeps over me. I am weary with my crying out; my throat is parched. My eyes grow dim with waiting for my God. Answer me, O Lord, for your steadfast love is good; according to your abundant mercy, turn to me.
Assurance of Pardon: John 3:16
Communion*:
Song: Great Is Thy Faithfulness – Hymn No. 32 v.1-3
Benediction: Ephesians 6:23
Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ
*Professing and baptized members in good standing of a Church in which Jesus Christ is proclaimed as Lord and Savior are warmly invited to join us in the celebration of the Lord’s Supper.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Guests: Welcome to Christ Presbyterian Church. We want to thank you for joining us for worship! If this is your first time visiting our church, please fill out a visitor card and place it in the offerings box at the back of the sanctuary. We’d like to send you some info about our church and our ministries. Also, if you have any needs or would like additional information, please see one of the elders or deacons, or send an email to christprespca@gmail.com.
Spring Men’s Bible Study: Our biannual Men’s Bible Study is continuing on Sunday evenings throughout the Spring. We’re studying the biblical themes of prophet, priest, and king. All men and young men of the Church are encouraged to attend, and guests are most welcome! If you have any questions please contact Mr. Mark Cooper, our Men’s Ministry Coordinator.
Youth Group: The Youth Group will meet tonight at 4:30 at the church house.
Calendar/Other Announcements: As always, check the website www.christpreshamptoncove.org for additional news and upcoming events.
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Healing: Please pray for the health of the following individuals: Chris Smotherman, Elizabeth Holton, Janet Chou, Ramona Edwards, Katie Brown, Bill Cowley, Phillip Jones, Luke Townsley, Joe Holton, and Suzanne Nimon.
Expecting/adopting parents: Please pray for the Johnson family as they continue in their adoption process.
Ministries: Please pray for the following missionaries and ministries: Seth and Jessica Lewis (Ireland); Steve and Rita Williams (New Zealand); Reid and Kelli Jones (RUF UAH); Ken and Angie Burnett (FCA); Franky Garcia (seminary student).