* Call to Worship: The eternal Father, who loved us and set us free from our sins, who loves us still with that love that will not let us go, and who will love us forever, calls us to worship him today as the only true lover of our souls. The Lord stoops to receive the love of our poor hearts. He calls us to remember the depth of his love for us in Christ. God seeks our love!
In Christ alone, who took on flesh Fullness of God in helpless babe! This gift of love and righteousness, Scorned by the ones he came to save. ‘Til on the cross as Jesus died, The wrath of God was satisfied. For every sin on him was laid; Here in the death of Christ I live.
* God’s Greeting
There in the ground his body lay, Light of the world by darkness slain; Then, bursting forth in glorious day, Up from the grave he rose again! And as he stands in victory, Sin’s curse has lost its grip on me; For I am his and he is mine, Bought with the precious blood of Christ.
* Rejoice, O Pure in Heart #561:1,2 (PH) Rejoice, O pure in heart! Rejoice, give thanks and sing; Your festal banner wave on high, The cross of Christ your King. Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice, give thanks and sing! Bright youth and snow-crowned age, Both men and women, raise On high your free, exulting song, Declare God’s wondrous praise. Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice, give thanks and sing! * I Stand in Awe You are beautiful beyond description, Too marvelous for words; Too wonderful for comprehension, Like nothing ever seen or heard. Who can grasp Your infinite wisdom? Who can fathom the depth of Your love? You are beautiful beyond description, Majesty enthroned above. Refrain:
And I stand, I stand in awe of You, I stand, I stand in awe of You; Holy God, to whom all praise is due, I stand in awe of You. (Repeat Refrain)
* In Christ Alone In Christ alone my hope is found; He is my light, my strength, my song This cornerstone, this solid ground, Firm through the fiercest drought and storm. What heights of love, what depths of peace, When fears are stilled, when strivings cease. My comforter, my all in all, Here in the love of Christ I stand.
No guilt in life, no fear in death, This is the power of Christ in me; From life’s first cry to final breath, Jesus commands my destiny. No power of hell, no human plan, Can ever pluck me from his hand; ‘Til he returns or calls me home, Here in the power of Christ I’ll stand!
Call to Confession: from Daniel 9 Prayer of Confession Assurance: You Are My King
I’m forgiven because you were forsaken. I’m accepted; you were condemned. I’m alive and well, your Spirit is within me Because you died and rose again. Amazing love, how can it be That you, my King, would die for me? Amazing love, I know it’s true; It’s my joy to honor you. In all I do I honor you. (Children ages 3 years old – 2nd grade may leave for Children’s Church during this song.)
Offertory Prayer Offering: The Table
Morning Prayer * Scripture: Psalm 127 (ESV) pg. 651 1 Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. 2 It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep. 3 Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward. 4 Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one's youth. 5 Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate. This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Message: Unless the Lord Builds Prayer * Take My Life Take my life and let it be Consecrated, Lord, to thee. Take my moments and my days; Let them flow in endless praise, Let them flow in endless praise. Take my voice and let me sing Always, only, for my King. Take my lips and let them be Filled with messages from thee, Filled with messages from thee. Take my love; my Lord, I pour At thy feet its treasure store. Take myself, and I will be Ever, only, all for thee, Ever, only, all for thee.
#288:1,3,6 (PH)
Dedication Ceremony Ministry of Music
~ Children’s Church
Council Comments Litany of Dedication and Prayer
O give thanks to the Lord for He is good! His mercies endure forever! We are grateful to have come to this day, a day to celebrate what YOU have done. We thank you for the beauty of planning and design. We give you praise and glory for guiding this project from start to finish; for so many evidences of your Hand. You have provided future and hope! How can we keep from singing your praises? We dedicate the prayer room, a place of quietness and serenity where all are welcome to pray. Thank you, Lord for the prayer room and for all of the prayers offered within it. We dedicate the youth activity room and storage areas, which allow us to create an environment of hospitality to all. Thank you, Lord, for our youth group, for their leaders and their energy and desire to serve you. We dedicate the staff offices and library to you for ministry, service, study and fellowship. Thank you, Lord for our dedicated staff, multiply blessing to them and use them for your glory and for the benefit of your people. Lord, you are the giver of all good gifts and we pray that you would be glorified in all that is said and done through the people and ministries of First Christian Reformed Church. As the psalmist said, “Not to us, not to us, but to you O Lord, be the glory.” Not to us but to You! Thank you Lord!
Ribbon Cutting
Jacob A, Jennie B, Susan B, Joshua E, Kennedi H, and Jim S
* God’s Blessing: Numbers 6:24-26 (ESV) The Lord bless us and keep us; the Lord make his face to shine upon us and be gracious to us; the Lord lift up his countenance upon us and give us peace.
* Great Is Thy Faithfulness #556:1 (PH) Great is thy faithfulness, O God my Father; There is no shadow of turning with thee; Thou changest not, thy compassions, they fail not; As thou hast been thou forever will be. Refrain:
Great is thy faithfulness! Great is thy faithfulness! Morning by morning new mercies I see; All I have needed thy hand hath provided; Great is thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me! ----------------------------------------CCLI #358926
Worship services are broadcast live in the church basement for anyone who is unable to worship in the sanctuary.
Pastor: Robert W Piano: Dave K Morning Prayer: Wes V Keyboard: Anna R Offertory Prayer: Jed S Trumpet: Valerie A Children’s Director: Helene Y Offering: The Table is a church plant, started by Aaron W in the Happy Valley neighborhood of Bellingham, a church plant.
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First Christian Reformed Church Lynden, Washington May 18, 2014 10:30 a.m. Worship Service
