AUGUST 30, 2015

WELCOME

Westminster Presbyterian Church is a covenant family of believers called by God to fulfill His purposes here in Laurel, and as a staging ground for worldwide kingdom growth where we seek to live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ – to fill the earth with disciples, subdue it redemptively for God’s glory, and worship Him joyfully. We are being redeemed and equipped by the Spirit to build up one another until the Lord returns.

ORDER FOR THE CELEBRATION OF PUBLIC WORSHIP AND HOLY COMMUNION

AUGUST 30, 2015

* Congregation Standing

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP Lara Youngblood

Holy Is the Lord

CALL TO WORSHIP* I will sing of Your steadfast love, O Lord, forever; With my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all

generations. I declare that Your steadfast love is established forever; Your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one, I have sworn to my servant David: ‘I will establish your descendants forever, and build your throne for all generations.’” Praise the Lord!

-from Psalm 89:1-4

INVOCATION AND HYMNS OF PRAISE* Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise p. 2 Praise the Name of Jesus p. 3

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IMMORTAL, INVISIBLE, GOD ONLY WISE

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PRAISE THE NAME OF JESUS

CORPORATE PROFESSION OF OUR FAITH* The Apostle’s Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty;

Maker of Heaven and Earth And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, Our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

INTERCESSORY PRAYER Mr. Rick Youngblood

HYMN OF DEDICATION

Like a River Glorious p. 5

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LIKE A RIVER GLORIOUS

GIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY Lara Youngblood

Are Ye Able?

OFFERING PRAYER

ANTHEM   Choir                                                                                                    

Crown Him King of Kings

SCRIPTURE LESSON     Psalm 132                                                    

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION AND CHANGE

SERMON     Rev. Mike Allen                                                                                                    

Our Family Trip - Finding Sleep in the Lord Sermon notes are on pg. 9

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CORPORATE AND RESPONSIVE CONFESSION OF SIN

Covenant Lord, we confess to You and to one another that time after time we have entered Your presence with selfish intentions and with hearts that have been closed to Your grace. We have lifted our voices to You in praise, but our feet have still walked in the ways of this world. We have rehearsed Your commandments but have refused to see Your face in the needs of our neighbor. We pray, Lord, that You forgive our lack of faith and pardon our acts of injustice. Grant us the healing that comes from Your presence and the cleansing of Your all-powerful Word, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

(Hear now our silent and individual prayers of confession)

ASSURANCE OF PARDON AND THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. AMEN.

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HOLY COMMUNION

Minister: The peace of the Lord be with you! People: And also with you!

Invitation to the Table and Words of Institution

Breaking of the Bread and Sharing of the Cup The center of each bread tray contains gluten-free bread. The outer rings of each cup tray contains wine, the inner rings contain juice. Elements will be served by the elders. Please hold the elements as they will be taken together after all are served.

BENEDICTION

HYMN OF REFLECTION*

How Majestic is Your Name

O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth. O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth.

O Lord, we praise Your name. O Lord, we magnify Your name:

Prince of Peace, Mighty God; O Lord God Almighty.

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Westminster Presbyterian Church Our Family Trip - Finding Sleep In The Lord

August 30, 2015 Psalm 132

I. Our G__________ Intentions Are Not Always God’s Will vv. 1-10

II. G_________ Intentions Will Always Be For Our Good vv. 11-12

III. All of God’s Intentions are Yes and Amen In The G__________ vv. 13-18

Sources Consulted:

Accordance Bible Software - ESV - Greek and Hebrew Analysis; ESV Study Bible; Calvin Commentaries; Keil, C. F.; Delitzsch, Franz Commentary on the Old Testament; Eugene H. Peterson - A Long Obedience In The Same Direction; Derek Thomas - Making The Most Of Your Devotional Life; John Piper - Desiring God; Derek Kidner - Tyndale Old Testament Commentary (Psalms 73-150; Sinclair Ferguson - Learning Contentment; Ligon

Duncan - Psalm 132; Charles Spurgeon - Treasury Of David; Mike Allen - “Our Forever Kingdom;” Ralf Davis - 2 Samuel

Rev. Michael T. Allen

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SERMON NOTES

Monday/Tuesday Psalm 132 is by far the longest Psalm of Ascent. What do you think is the purpose of its length? In the opening verses David is described as “not sleeping.” What is keeping David awake? David’s fervor is for the proper worship of God. How does your own passion for worship compare to that of David’s? What is the biggest hindrance to you having more passion in worship? What is a “passion thief” in your life that hinders your worship? The first point in Sunday’s sermon was “Our good intentions are not always God’s will.” What was the central thought with that point? How might our good intentions not be God’s best? Pray that God might show you areas in which your intentions and His will might better line up together.

Wednesday/Thursday The second sermon point was, “God’s intentions will always be for our good.” How did God correct David’s good intentions? How did God use Nathan in David’s life? Do you have a “Nathan?” Take some time and think about those things that might be good, but may not be God’s best for you. How might your strengths be a crippling weakness towards someone else?

Friday/Saturday “All of God’s intentions are ‘yes’ and ‘amen’ in the Gospel.” How is this true based on the covenant God made with David? How many years did an earthly man sit on David’s throne after this covenant? What was the setting in which these pilgrim singers were singing this Psalm? If there was no Davidic king on the throne and much of Israel was in exile did God lie to David? How do we reconcile this apparent conundrum? The New Testament answers these two theological crises for us. How so? Take some time and find scriptures that describe the future of God’s people (hint - Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Romans 8, Hebrews, Revelation). Pray that God would encourage you with the hope of an everlasting Kingdom and the everlasting reign of the King of that Kingdom. How does that affect you in how you live now?

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR THE WEEK

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Heart to Heart

Women’s Mentoring Ministry

Romans 1:11-12 “I long to see you. that you and I may be mutually encouraged

by each other’s faith.”

Where & when?

Westminster Fellowship Room

Thur, Sep 3 at 6:30 - Orientation Coffee

Thur, Sep 10 - Kick-Off Night! Mentors come at 6:30 for a light supper and prayer. Mentees and Prayer Partners arrive at 7:00 when we will have dessert together.

Thur, Nov 12 at 6:30 - All Together for Celebration Dinner!

Heart to Heart

Women’s Mentoring Ministry

Romans 1:11-12 “I long to see you. that you and I may be mutually encouraged

by each other’s faith.”

Where & when?

Westminster Fellowship Room

Thur, Sep 3 at 6:30 - Orientation Coffee

Thur, Sep 10 - Kick-Off Night! Mentors come at 6:30 for a light supper and prayer. Mentees and Prayer Partners arrive at 7:00 when we will have dessert together.

Thur, Nov 12 at 6:30 - All Together for Celebration Dinner!

Heart to Heart

Women’s Mentoring Ministry

Romans 1:11-12 “I long to see you. that you and I may be mutually encouraged

by each other’s faith.”

Where & when?

Westminster Fellowship Room

Thur, Sep 3 at 6:30 - Orientation Coffee

Thur, Sep 10 - Kick-Off Night! Mentors come at 6:30 for a light supper and prayer. Mentees and Prayer Partners arrive at 7:00 when we will have dessert together.

Thur, Nov 12 at 6:30 - All Together for Celebration Dinner!

Heart to Heart

Women’s Mentoring Ministry

Romans 1:11-12 “I long to see you. that you and I may be mutually encouraged

by each other’s faith.”

Where & when?

Westminster Fellowship Room

Thur, Sep 3 at 6:30 - Orientation Coffee

Thur, Sep 10 - Kick-Off Night! Mentors come at 6:30 for a light supper and prayer. Mentees and Prayer Partners arrive at 7:00 when we will have dessert together.

Thur, Nov 12 at 6:30 - All Together for Celebration Dinner!

Sunday Evening Worship begins at 6pm. Please join us for a time of praise, worship, and study of God’s Word.

Congregational Meeting: Immediately following this morning’s service we will have a congregational meeting for the purpose of nominating candidates for the offices of elder and deacon.

Evening Circle will kick off on September 8th at 6pm. We will meet at the home of Denise Morgan for food, fellowship, and reflection on the Word. Please make plans to join us for the laughter, love, and blessings of sisterhood in Christ. If you would like to be reminded via email, please contact Pamela Summerville at pamela.summerville@gmail.com.

Morning Circle will meet on Tuesday, September 8th in the Fellowship Room at 10am. We will be reading “Humility, True Greatness” by C.J. Mahaney. You may purchase your copy from the church office for $12.

Luncheon Circle will meet on Monday, September 14th at Noon at the home of Barbara Gatlin.

Mason Greeters: If you are interested in being a greeter at Mason Elementary School please make a note on the welcome tear-off or call Lisa in the church office.

Youth Fall Retreat: The dates of the fall retreat for the youth have been set for the weekend of October 9th. All youth parents should have received an email with this information, but if you did not please let Jeremy know so that he can get it to you.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Dear Westminster, Thank you for the love and support during the passing of my mother. Your thoughts and prayers are a comfort to our family during this time. You all are truly a blessing.

Heartfelt Thanks, Mike DeWitt & Family

THIS WEEK AT WESTMINSTER

Sunday, August 30 9:00 AM - Sunday School 10:00 AM - Fellowship 10:30 AM - Morning Worship 4:30 AM - Adult Choir Rehearsal 6:00 PM - Evening Worship

Monday, August 31 9:30 AM - Stretch Class

Tuesday, September 1 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM - MMO

Wednesday, September 2 7:00 AM - Men’s Bible Study 11:00 AM - Women’s Prayer Group 5:30 PM - Fellowship Meal 6:00 PM - Small Groups

Thursday, September 3 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM - MMO 9:30 AM - Stretch Class 6:30 PM - Heart to Heart Orientation Coffee

Friday, September 4 No Activities Planned

Saturday, September 5 No Activities Planned

Elder/Deacon of the Week:

Elder Deacon Aug. 31-Sept. 6 Phil Buehler Larkin Simpson

Sept. 7-Sept. 13 Robert Hayes John Tucker

Church Staff

Gale Alexander, Nursery Director Rev. Mike Allen, Pastor Jeremy Britt, Youth Director Lisa Corley, Office Manager Rev. Kory Duncan, Associate Pastor Dave Graeser, Music Ministries Director Eric Parker, Pastoral Intern Lara Youngblood, Pianist

Instrumentalists

David Bonilla, Violin Shih-Ting Shao, Viola Andrea Restrepo, Cello

Elders

Phil Buehler Robert Hayes Victor Jones Jr. Steven Morgan Rick Youngblood

Deacons

Scott Alexander Chuck Bell Robert Burdette Darron Dodd Kline Estess Luke Hammonds Josh Jones Grant Kennedy Danny Martin Larkin Simpson John Tucker

Westminster Officers & Staff:

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