Grace Notes
June 16, 2013
Posted on 06/14/2013
Preparing for Worship
Last Sunday we began to think through one of today’s most debated topics, same-sex marriage. It is a vast subject, which requires a careful evaluation of claims made about human nature, good of the society, proper/improper guide for human conduct, personal liberties, among many other issues. It is thus not at all a trivial matter to decide where to begin when we think about the issue of same-sex marriage. But, certainly, one of the most important thing to know is the purpose of marriage. Thus last week we learned what Scripture teaches about the purpose of marriage. This week, Lord willing, we will consider how Christians should evaluate and respond to the cultural pressures to conform.
This Sunday is Father’s Day. It is the day when we remember and give thanks to our fathers. Of course, every Lord’s Day is Father’s Day. We remember his fatherly care and love, and honor him. What gifts will you bring to your heavenly Father?
The Old Testament prophet Malachi teaches us how our Father is to be honored. In Malachi 1:6–14, the Lord speaks of the blemished sacrifices he refuses to accept. Admittedly, it all sounds so foreign and irrelevant as we are not in the habit of brining animals to God. But surely the key is v.14, “I am a great King, says the LORD of hosts, and my name will be feared among the nations.” Fear in the Bible is what fills our hearts and minds to control the way we live. If we fear man (that is, what other people say and think about us), the fear of man will fill our hearts and minds and control the way we live. But if we fear the Lord, then that fear will also control everything we are and do. In other words, the gift that our Father desires is a wholehearted love for him.
God Calls Us to Worship
Malachi 1:6–14 (p. 801)
TH #9 “All You That Fear Jehovah’s Name”
Prayer
God Hears Our Confession and Restores Us
Matthew 6:5–15 (p. 811)
Shorter Catechism Qs. 98–100 (Lesson here)
98. What is prayer?
Prayer is an offering up of our desires unto God for things agreeable to his will, in the name of Christ, with confession of our sins, and thankful acknowledgement of his mercies.
99. What rule hath God given for our direction in prayer?
The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer; but the special rule of direction is that form of prayer which Christ taught his disciples, commonly called The Lord’s Prayer.
100. What doth the preface of the Lord’s prayer teach us?
The preface of the Lord’s prayer, which is, “Our Father which art in heaven,” teacheth us to draw near to God with all holy reverence and confidence, as children to a father, able and ready to help us; and that we should pray with and for others.TH #628 “Come, My Soul, Thy Suit Prepare”
Gifts and Offering
God Speaks and We Listen
Philippians 4:8–9 (p. 982)
The Christian’s Virtue
Rev. Ken Han
God Renews His Covenant Promises
Baptized Christians who are members in good standing in Reformed or evangelical churches are invited to participate. Otherwise, please let the bread and the cup pass you by. We will sing “Behold the Lamb (The Communion Hymn)” stanzas 1–2 during the distribution of the bread, and stanzas 3–4 during the distribution of the cup.
God Dismisses Us with Blessing
TH #387 “Now May He Who from the Dead”
Benediction
Upcoming Events and Notices
June 16 (Lord’s Day): Please note that after the worship service, children will meet for about 20 minutes of instruction. If your children are between 5–7 years of age, they are invited to meet with Mia. If your children are between 8–12 years of age, they are invited to meet with Sean and Amanda. Your teenage children are invited to meet with one of our elders. Lesson plans: Long Story Short / Old Story New: chapter 19; First Catechism qs. 36–37; Shorter Catechism 25.
Please note that children’s Bible lessons will take a short break during the summer, and will resume in September.
Nursery Volunteers
June 16: Liza Beede & Janny Ligtenberg
June 23: TBA
June 16, 2013
Preparing for Worship
Last Sunday we began to think through one of today’s most debated topics, same-sex marriage. It is a vast subject, which requires a careful evaluation of claims made about human nature, good of the society, proper/improper guide for human conduct, personal liberties, among many other issues. It is thus not at all a trivial matter to decide where to begin when we think about the issue of same-sex marriage. But, certainly, one of the most important thing to know is the purpose of marriage. Thus last week we learned what Scripture teaches about the purpose of marriage. This week, Lord willing, we will consider how Christians should evaluate and respond to the cultural pressures to conform.
This Sunday is Father’s Day. It is the day when we remember and give thanks to our fathers. Of course, every Lord’s Day is Father’s Day. We remember his fatherly care and love, and honor him. What gifts will you bring to your heavenly Father?
The Old Testament prophet Malachi teaches us how our Father is to be honored. In Malachi 1:6–14, the Lord speaks of the blemished sacrifices he refuses to accept. Admittedly, it all sounds so foreign and irrelevant as we are not in the habit of brining animals to God. But surely the key is v.14, “I am a great King, says the LORD of hosts, and my name will be feared among the nations.” Fear in the Bible is what fills our hearts and minds to control the way we live. If we fear man (that is, what other people say and think about us), the fear of man will fill our hearts and minds and control the way we live. But if we fear the Lord, then that fear will also control everything we are and do. In other words, the gift that our Father desires is a wholehearted love for him.
God Calls Us to Worship
Malachi 1:6–14 (p. 801)
TH #9 “All You That Fear Jehovah’s Name”
Prayer
God Hears Our Confession and Restores Us
Matthew 6:5–15 (p. 811)
Shorter Catechism Qs. 98–100 (Lesson here)
98. What is prayer?
Prayer is an offering up of our desires unto God for things agreeable to his will, in the name of Christ, with confession of our sins, and thankful acknowledgement of his mercies.
99. What rule hath God given for our direction in prayer?
The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer; but the special rule of direction is that form of prayer which Christ taught his disciples, commonly called The Lord’s Prayer.
100. What doth the preface of the Lord’s prayer teach us?
The preface of the Lord’s prayer, which is, “Our Father which art in heaven,” teacheth us to draw near to God with all holy reverence and confidence, as children to a father, able and ready to help us; and that we should pray with and for others.TH #628 “Come, My Soul, Thy Suit Prepare”
Gifts and Offering
God Speaks and We Listen
Philippians 4:8–9 (p. 982)
The Christian’s Virtue
Rev. Ken Han
God Renews His Covenant Promises
Baptized Christians who are members in good standing in Reformed or evangelical churches are invited to participate. Otherwise, please let the bread and the cup pass you by. We will sing “Behold the Lamb (The Communion Hymn)” stanzas 1–2 during the distribution of the bread, and stanzas 3–4 during the distribution of the cup.
God Dismisses Us with Blessing
TH #387 “Now May He Who from the Dead”
Benediction
Upcoming Events and Notices
June 16 (Lord’s Day): Please note that after the worship service, children will meet for about 20 minutes of instruction. If your children are between 5–7 years of age, they are invited to meet with Mia. If your children are between 8–12 years of age, they are invited to meet with Sean and Amanda. Your teenage children are invited to meet with one of our elders. Lesson plans: Long Story Short / Old Story New: chapter 19; First Catechism qs. 36–37; Shorter Catechism 25.
Please note that children’s Bible lessons will take a short break during the summer, and will resume in September.
Nursery Volunteers
June 16: Liza Beede & Janny Ligtenberg
June 23: TBA
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