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Apr 07, 2024

"He Laughs: The Son of Promise"

Passage: Genesis 17:15-27

Preacher: Pastor Tony Phelps

Series: Christ in the Old Testament

Category: Genesis

Summary:

Main Text - Genesis 17:15-27, OT Reading - Genesis 17:15-27, NT Reading - Romans 4:13-25

Detail:

LIVING HOPE OPC ORDER OF WORSHIP (with Communion)

for Sunday, April 7th, 2024 at 10:45 AM

Opening Song – My Jesus Fair

Gospel Greeting – To the church of God . . . to those sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints together with all those who in every place call upon the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, both their Lord and ours: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Cor. 1:2-3

Call to Worship Song – The Risen Christ

Call to Worship – Jesus said: “But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.”  John 4:23-24

Prayer of Adoration & Invocation

Hymn of Praise – NTH 286 – Worship Christ, the Risen King

Reading of Law – A Summary of the Ten Commandments & Great Commandment

(Silent Confession of Sin)

Confession of Sin – Almighty God, we confess we have broken your commandments. We have sinned by selfishness, worldliness, unbelief and pride. We have not loved our neighbor as ourselves, and we have not walked humbly with you. Forgive us our sins and blot out our debts according to your tender mercies, according to your loving kindness. Cleanse us by the blood of Jesus your Son. Give us a humble and contrite heart that we might forgive others as you have forgiven us. We ask through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Declaration of Pardon – But he was wounded for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.    Isa. 53:5-6

Exhortation to Give – So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.          Gal. 6:10

Offering and Diaconal Collection with Prayer (Offertory: NTH 270 – Good Christian Men, Rejoice and Sing!)

Doxology – NTH 731 – Doxology

Pastoral Prayer

Medley – NTH 283 – Alleluia! Alleluia! / NTH 274 – Thine Be the Glory

Scripture Readings – OT: Genesis 17:15-27 / NT: Romans 4:13-25

Prayer for Illumination

Communion Sermon – Christ in the OT 27: “He Laughs: The Son of Promise”

The LORD preaches to Abraham the Son of Promise.

1. Laughter and God’s promised Son. (Genesis 17:15-21)

          a. It’s good to laugh with wonder at the promise of God – fulfilled in Christ.

2. Grateful obedience and God’s covenant promise. (Genesis 17:22-27)

          a. It’s good to gratefully obey God’s covenant Word – by faith in Christ.

3. The conviction of faith and justification. (Romans 4:13-25)

          a. It’s good to believe that God does what He promises – confirmed in Christ.

Prayer of Application

Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper

(Bread: There Is a Redeemer / Cup: NTH 253 – There Is a Fountain Filled with Blood)

  • Invitation, Warning, and Prayer of Consecration
  • Confession of Faith: The Apostles Creed
  • Serving the Supper
  • Prayer of Thanksgiving

Closing Hymn – NTH 518 – Christ, of All My Hopes the Ground

Benediction – The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.          2 Corinthians 13:14

 

Announcements – Week of 4/7/2024

1. Prayer for Revival – On Tuesday morning, April 9th, Mr. Aiello will be leading prayer here at the church from 8:00 – 8:45 AM. All are welcome!

2. Wednesday evening Bible study & Kids Club is at 7 PM, in the large Sunday school room and nursery, respectively! We are working through the book of Exodus. All are encouraged to join!

3. Pastor Phelps leads a lunch time Evangelistic Bible study of the Gospel of Mark on Thursdays at Wegmans from 12-1PM in the cafe area. There will be Gospel literature available for any inquirers. Feel free to join if you are available!

4. On Sunday, April 14th, the Gideon Bible Ministry will give a brief presentation from 9:30-9:45 AM during our Sunday school time. All are welcome to join for more information about how they serve! If you have any questions, please ask Pastor Phelps!

5. Ladies Bible Study will be finishing their study from New Growth Press, Ecclesiastes: Living in Light of Eternity. This will take place at the church at 10 AM on Thursday, April 18th. All women are welcome to join! Childcare is graciously provided!

6. Men’s Breakfast will be here at the church Saturday, April 20th at 8:30 AM. All men are invited to attend as we continue the study of the book of Daniel.

7. You are invited to a church fellowship dinner on Sunday, April 21st following the morning service. Sandwich makings and lettuce salad will be provided--please bring a salad topping or dessert to share. The dinner will be followed by a hymn sing--stay for one, stay for both, stay even if you forget to bring something to share. Let us meet and encourage one another!

8. Players of the Stage invites the congregation to join us for our last show at Living Hope, Wednesday night, April 24th at 7 pm. POTS is grateful to the church for partnering with the theatre for the last 23 years. We will be raising money for Bloom for Women who ministers to women caught in trafficking. We will be staging the comedy, The Amateurs written by Jonathan Bangs.

9. Apologetics Movie Night will be Sunday, April 28th at 6:30 PM at Living Hope. We will be showing "Amazing Gace" followed by comments/discussion! Amazing Grace (2006) All are welcome! Feel free to invite friends and bring snacks!

10. All young people in grades 8th-12th are invited to attend NewLife Youth Retreat on May 10-11, 2024 at Immanuel OPC in Bellmawr, NJ. This retreat will be a wonderful time of fellowship with other youth, along with excellent teaching from Mr. Zachary Johnson. You may register online at immanuelopc.org/youth-retreat for $30. There is more information on the bulletin board in the hallway!

11. The Boardwalk Chapel is looking for people to join their staff, both volunteer and leadership positions. They are specifically looking for those who have a heart to serve the Lord and share the gospel. The Chapel is perfect for anyone as young as 16, college age, and older! For more information, check out the bulletin board or check their website. https://boardwalkchapel.org/serve/staff/