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Excerpt from the Sermon Journal, Monday, May 14, 2018Written by Pastor Tom Harrison

Romans was written by “The Apostle “Paul.” An “apostle” is a person “sent” on a mission. Paul’s mission had been to persecute Christians, but he was changed by a personal encounter with the resurrected Christ. His given name, “Saul” (Hebrew, meaning “to ask of God”), was changed to “Paul” (“Paulus” in Latin meant “small” or “humble”).

Instead of zealously persecuting Christians (see Galatians 1:13-24), he was filled with a new mission to HELP OTHERS FOLLOW JESUS. The gospel is not about us qualifying to be “good enough” for God to love and accept us; the gospel is about accepting Jesus Christ as Lord. In Romans 1:1-6, the greater emphasis is upon what God the Father has done in Jesus Christ the Son and how the Holy Spirit calls us to Himself. We may not be identified as “apostles, prophets, teachers or evangelists,” but all Christians have received Christ and obediently live in mission to help others follow Jesus, too. Receiving the gospel means our sins are forgiven, we are loved, we have a purpose in life to share this faith with others and to be part of the church that does the same. When this life is over, we go to live in heaven with Jesus. The “gospel” literally means “good news.” Indeed, it is the greatest news of all. Today’s message is about this gospel. The Holy Spirit empowers the gospel.

Something to Think About:What does this passage teach us about Jesus? What does it tell us about Paul? As a follower of Jesus, what does it tell you about yourself? Do you consider yourself a servant of Christ? If so, how is it manifested? At the end of this week (after you’ve done the readings), reflect on your own experience with the Holy Spirit.

May 21: Romans 1:7-17

May 22: Ephesians 1:15-23

May 23: Galatians 3:10-14

May 24: Colossians 1:24-29; Philemon 4-7

May 25: 2 Peter 1:1-9

May 26: Romans 15:23 – 16:2

Next week in our Righteousness from Above series:

“Called to be Saints”

Daily scripture readings for the upcoming week

Are you new to Asbury?Are you wanting a deeper connection with Jesus?We invite you to our Welcome Brunch on June 3at 9:15 or 11 am. This is a great opportunity to learn more about who we are as a church and to begin to get connected into the life of Asbury.

Next Welcome

Brunch

Opportunity

June 3

Drop-ins are welcome or register at asburytulsa.org/brunch.

Make an impact on a child’s life by serving in AsburyKids! We need volunteers (14 years and older) to nurture, love and teach our Asburykids to follow Jesus. Volunteers needed to serve two Sundays a month with children ages 6 weeks- 5th grade as well as greeters and special needs buddies.

Sign up at the AsburyKids Volunteer Table in the South Lobby today or by emailing Sarah at [email protected].

ESV Pew Bible Nameplate Donation Available TODAY through June 3 at tables around the church, main office or online at asburytulsa.org/ESVBible

Honor someone special by purchasing a nameplate which will be placed in the front of a new ESV pew Bible for a minimum donation of $10. You may choose a dedication "in honor of" or "in memory of.”

You may also purchase a new ESV Bible for your home for $20.

Join us for A.W.E. VBS as we trek through crafts, games, music, missions, live shows and worship.

• June 19-22 from 9 am - 12:30 pm

• Friend requests and T-shirts can be guaranteed if you register by June 10

• Register at asburytulsa.org/vbs

• Grades 1st through 5th (fall 2018)

• 6 weeks to kindergarten with an adult volunteer onsite

• Cost $15

CALLING ALL WILDERNESS EXPLORERS

FOR VBS!June 19-22

For more information, please contact Shanon Brown at 918.392.1170 or [email protected].

The word “Pentecost” means “fiftieth” in Greek. Fifty days after Easter Sunday, we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and their followers and the beginning of their Earthly ministry to make disciples of all nations.

Pentecost is also a Jewish holiday. Originally this day was associated with the early summer grain harvest and festival, but Jews have long since used this day to celebrate the gift of the law (Torah) to Moses at Mt. Sinai. It was one of three pilgrimage festivals of ancient Israel, when Israelite males were commanded to appear before God in Jerusalem—this is why Acts 2 records so many Jews from so many different places being present when the Holy Spirit descended upon the people.

We, as Christians, celebrate Pentecost as the birth of the Church. It is also a birthday, of sorts, for us as followers of Jesus—because we are the Church!

The symbols of Pentecost are fire, wind and the dove, which represent the Holy Spirit. The color of Pentecost is red, as seen in the clergy’s vestments. Red decorations and celebrations are appropriate today, similar to any other birthday.

To celebrate, enjoy a cupcake today in the CLC until noon.

Digging Deeper into Pentecost

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Order of Worship | May 20, 2018

Join us for Donuts in the CLCEvery Sunday, 10:30-11 am. This week’s host: Legacy Community

8 am

WELCOME Dr. Guy Ames

ANNOUNCEMENT VIDEO

PRELUDE Jesus Shall Reign Rosanna Corrales

BRINGING IN THE LIGHT OF CHRIST Bonnie Barlow & Adrianna Ruiz, Acolyte

CONGREGATIONAL HYMN O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing Angie Cockrell Hymn 57 Anna Calhoun Dr. Pat Calhoun

APOSTLES’ CREED

FELLOWSHIP MOMENT

SPECIAL MUSIC Because He Lives Tom Overton Asbury Singing Ambassadors

CONGREGATIONAL HYMNS Make Us One

Breathe on Me, Breath of God Hymn 420

PASTORAL PRAYER Dr. Tom Harrison

DOXOLOGY

OFFERTORY Barbara Graves

SCRIPTURE Romans 1:1-6 Pew Bible Pg. 1746

MESSAGE RIGHTEOUSNESS FROM ABOVE Rev. Jay Henderson The Gospel and the Spirit

SERVICE OF WORD AND TABLE Dr. Guy Ames

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9:15 am

PRELUDE Jesus Shall Reign Rosanna Corrales

CALL TO WORSHIP Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee Johnny Fuller

ANNOUNCEMENT VIDEO

WELCOME Dr. Tom Harrison

BAPTISM

CONGREGATIONAL HYMNS Brethren We Have Met to Worship Chancel Choir

God of Grace and God of Glory New Covenant Orchestra Hymn 577

FELLOWSHIP MOMENT

CONGREGATIONAL HYMN I Know Whom I Have Believed Hymn 714

PASTORAL MOMENT Dr. Tom Harrison

PASTORAL PRAYER

DOXOLOGY

OFFERTORY God of Grace and God of Glory New Covenant Orchestra



SERVICE OF WORD AND TABLE Dr. Tom Harrison Rev. Jay Henderson

ANTHEM Love Divine, All Loves Excelling Chancel Choir New Covenant Orchestra

BENEDICTION Dr. Tom Harrison

POSTLUDE Processional on St. Anthony Chorale Rosanna Corrales




11 am

GATHERING SONG Here For You Angie Cockrell

ANNOUNCEMENT VIDEO

WELCOME Rev. Dick Read

BAPTISM Dr. Tom Harrison

FELLOWSHIP MOMENT

CALL TO WORSHIP Angie Cockrell

CONGREGATIONAL SINGING This I Believe Angie Cockrell

Holy Spirit Jordan Garrett

PASTORAL PRAYER Dr. Tom Harrison

PASTORAL MOMENT

CONGREGATIONAL SINGING King Of My Heart Angie Cockrell



SERVICE OF WORD AND TABLE Rev. Jay Henderson

Rev. Dick Read

RESPONSE SONGS Great Is Thy Faithfulness Angie Cockrell Hymn 140

Come As You Are Caroline Ewy

BENEDICTION

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