O Church Arise June 30, 2019 WELCOME & PRELUDE (assisting in worship is Elder Bob Barber) PRAYING FOR THE HOUSEHOLD OF GOD Gathered in the Hope of the Gospel RESPONSIVE READING Matthew 5:2-10 *OUR CALL TO WORSHIP Psalm 111:2-3, 9 And he (Jesus) opened his mouth and taught them, saying: Leader: “Great are the works of the LORD, studied by all who delight in them. Full of Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. splendor and majesty is his work, and his righteousness endures forever. He sent redemption to his people; he has commanded his covenant forever. Holy and awesome is Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. his name!” Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. *MAGNIFYING THE TRIUNE LORD OF ALL No. 100 - Holy, Holy, Holy! Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. *INVOCATION Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom *REJOICING IN OUR SALVATION IN CHRIST of heaven. Glorious Day
GLORIFYING GOD THROUGH GIVING
CONFESSING OUR SIN (based on Psalm 51) Offertory Raise a Hallelujah Have mercy on us, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out our transgressions. Wash us thoroughly from our iniquity, Shaped by the Sacred Scriptures and cleanse us from our sin. Against you, you only, have we sinned and done what is The Scripture: James 3:13-18 (chair bible p. 1012) evil in your sight. Hide your face from our sins, and blot out all our iniquities. Create in us a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within us. Restore unto us the joy The Sermon “The Beauty of Humility” Elder Shaun Sipe of your salvation that is found only in Christ. In whose name, we pray. Amen.
SILENT CONFESSION OF SIN Leaving to Love and Serve Our Neighbors
*SINGING OF OUR FREEDOM IN CHRIST ASSURANCE OF PARDON IN CHRIST (sung by the congregation) Psalm 32:1 Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) “Blessed is the one, blessed is the one, whose transgression is forgiven. Blessed is the one, blessed is the one, whose sin is covered.” (2x) *BENEDICTION
*Let us stand together before the LORD *Let us stand together before the LORD Our Purpose in Hernando
Our Vision: Christ Covenant seeks to worship God in Hernando as a missional
community that is committed to love, train, and serve others in Jesus Christ! Our Focus: Christ Covenant will gather to worship the God of Scripture, intentionally nurture our fellowship in Christ, and thoughtfully serve the people of Hernando in DeSoto County. Our Values: We have three core values which give us hope and shape our vision at Christ Covenant: • We believe the Gospel of Christ is the power of God unto new life, which is able to transform any individual, community, and city. • We believe the Church is the body of Christ, which is the focused community of God for gathering and sanctifying His people in this world. • We believe the Kingdom of Christ is His rule and authority over all things, which promises to bring peace (shalom) in heaven and upon the earth.
became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and Like us on Facebook: Christ Covenant Church (PCA), Hernando, MS sanctification and redemption, so that, as it is Follow us on Twitter: @Christcovms written, ‘Let the one who boasts, boast Find us on Instagram: christcovms in the Lord.’” 1 Corinthians 1:30-31
