The Lord’s Day January 8, 2017

Reflection The problem with life is not that it’s a tragedy, but that it’s a bore.

— H. L. Mencken

Unbelievers may know about spiritual beauty by hearsay — may even be able to make ne speeches about it ... But to the regenerate [born again,] God has given a glance ... and there breaks in upon the soul a heavenly sweetness, such a sense of the amiableness in holiness and an excellency in God and a sweet loveliness in Christ. ... He sees by a new light that was never before let into his mind. — Jonathan Edwards Polly’s heart jumped in her body when she heard it. She felt sure that it was a call, and that anyone who heard that call would want to obey it and (what’s more) would be able to obey it, however many worlds and ages lay between. — C.S. Lewis, The Magician’s Nephew We proclaim to you the eternal life which was with the Father and has appeared to us. — 1 John 1:3 Call to Worship

Isaiah 44:6-8

Thus says the Lord, the King of Israel and his Redeemer, the Lord of hosts: “I am the first and I am the last; besides me there is no god. Who is like me? Let him proclaim it. Let him declare and set it before me, since I appointed an ancient people. Let them declare what is to come, and what will happen. Fear not, nor be afraid; have I not told you from of old and declared it? And you are my witnesses! Is there a God besides me? There is no Rock; I know not any.” Hymn of Praise #64

All Creatures of Our God and King

St. Francis of Assisi

Invocation (followed by 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.

Call to Confession

Revelation 3:3

Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; obey it, and repent. But if you do not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know at what time I will come to you. Prayer of Confession O God, whose will conquers all, there is no comfort in anything apart from enjoying you and being engaged in your service; You are our All in all, and we desire to be pleased with your will. What shall we give you for all your benefits? We long to make some return, but have nothing to offer, and can only rejoice that you do all, that none in heaven or on earth shares your honor. We confess that in our own strength, we can do nothing to glorify your blessed name. We ask that through your power and grace, you would give us humble hearts that cheerfully surrender to your will. We pray this in confidence, because we know you are the author and finisher of our faith, that the whole work of redemption is yours alone through Christ Jesus, that every good work found in us is the effect of your power and grace, and is for your glory and pleasure. We pray for this in the precious name of Jesus. Amen. Adapted from Valley of Vision: God the All Silent Confession Words of Encouragement

Isaiah 40:28-31

Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Songs of Renewal

CCLI License #902705

Behold Our God

Jonathan, Meghan & Ryan Baird; Stephen Altrogge © 2011 Sovereign Grace Praise CCLI Song 5937510

Who has held the oceans in His hands? Who has numbered every grain of sand? Kings and nations tremble at His voice; All creation rises to rejoice. Chorus Behold our God, seated on His throne; Come, let us adore Him. Behold our King, nothing can compare; Come, let us adore Him. Who has given counsel to the Lord? Who can question any of His Words? Who can teach the One who knows all things? Who can fathom all His wondrous deeds? Chorus Who has felt the nails upon His hands, Bearing all the guilt of sinful man? God eternal humbled to the grave; Jesus, Savior risen now to reign! Chorus Men: You will reign forever! Women: Let Your glory fill the earth! Chorus

Good, Good Father

Anthony Brown/Pat Barrett © 2014 Capitol CMG Paragon CCLI Song # 7036612

I've heard a thousand stories Of what they think You’re like But I've heard the tender whisper Of love in the dead of night You tell me that You’re pleased And that I'm never alone

Chorus You're a Good Good Father It's who You are, It's who You are, It's who You are And I'm loved by You It's who I am, It's who I am, It's who I am I've seen many searching For answers far and wide But I know we're all searching For answers only You provide Because You know just what we need Before we say a word Chorus (Bridge) You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways to us (Repeat) Love so undeniable I, I can hardly speak Peace so unexplainable I, I can hardly think As You call me deeper still As You call me deeper still As You call me deeper still Into love, love, love Chorus Presentation of Tithes and Offerings Doxology Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heav'nly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Confession of Faith

From the Heidelberg Catechism

Worship Leader: What is your only comfort in life and in death? All: That I am not my own, but belong – body and soul, in life and in death – to my faithful Savior Jesus Christ. He has fully paid for all my sins with His precious blood, and has set me free from the tyranny of the devil. He also watches over me in such a way that not a hair can fall from my head without the will of my Father in heaven. In fact, all things must work together for my salvation. Because I belong to Him, Christ, by His Holy Spirit, assures me of eternal life and makes me wholeheartedly willing and ready from now on to live for Him. Prayers of the People Announcements (Children age 4 through 6th grade may be dismissed for children’s church)

Sermon

“The Promise and The Presence”

Joshua 1 Pastor Rick Searle

The Sacrament of The Lord’s Supper Communion, also called The Lord’s Supper or Eucharist, is the family meal of Christians. We invite all committed followers of Jesus Christ to share in this sacrament: those who are baptized members of a congregation that proclaims the gospel, who are at peace with God and their neighbor, and who seek strength to live in a deeper communion with Jesus. If you are not a Christian, or you are not prepared to share in this meal, we encourage you to spend this time in prayer. We hope that this time is helpful to you as you consider your relationship with Jesus Christ and with his people, the Church. Closing Hymn #88 Benediction

Fairest Lord Jesus

German Hymn

Joshua 1 1 After the death of Moses the servant of the LORD, the LORD said to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' assistant, 2 “Moses my servant is dead. Now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, you and all this people, into the land that I am giving to them, to the people of Israel. 3 Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given to you, just as I promised to Moses. 4 From the wilderness and this Lebanon as far as the great river, the river Euphrates, all the land of the Hittites to the Great Sea toward the going down of the sun shall be your territory. 5 No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life. Just as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you or forsake you.6 Be strong and courageous, for you shall cause this people to inherit the land that I swore to their fathers to give them. 7 Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law that Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go. 8 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. 9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” 10

And Joshua commanded the officers of the people, 11 “Pass through the midst of the camp and command the people, ‘Prepare your provisions, for within three days you are to pass over this Jordan to go in to take possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving you to possess.’” 12

And to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh Joshua said, “Remember the word that Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you, saying, ‘The LORD your God is providing you a place of rest and will give you this land.’ 14 Your wives, your little ones, and your livestock shall remain in the land that Moses gave you beyond the Jordan, but all the men of valor among you shall pass over armed before your brothers and shall help them, 15 until the LORD gives rest to your brothers as he has to you, and they also take possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving them. Then you shall return to the land of your possession and shall possess it, the land that Moses the servant of the LORD gave you beyond the Jordan toward the sunrise.” 13

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And they answered Joshua, “All that you have commanded us we will do, and wherever you send us we will go. 17 Just as we obeyed Moses in all things, so we will obey you. Only may the LORD your God be with you, as he was with Moses! 18 Whoever rebels against your commandment and disobeys your words, whatever you command him, shall be put to death. Only be strong and courageous.”

WELCOME TO FAITH Guests Welcome to Faith Presbyterian Church. We’re glad you are worshipping with us today. Below you will find information regarding small groups, Sunday School, children’s and youth ministries, service and prayer opportunities, and what we believe. If you have any questions about our church or Christianity or specific needs we can pray for, please contact the church office at (256) 238-8721 or email us at [email protected].

Small Groups Small Groups are the building blocks of FPC. Sunday mornings we meet with the triune-God in a unique way, but it is in the context of small groups that community is built and nourished. Group

Location

Contact

Phone Number

Meeting Time

Ping’s

Ping Home

Jack Totherow

256-452-3661

On break

Goode Group

Goode Home

Dameon Goode

256-225-7711

Resumes Jan 22

Youth Group

Faith

Rick Searle

256-239-5264

Sunday, 6:00 pm

Ladies Bible Study

Varied

Alice Walker

256-225-1349

Resumes Jan 18

Searle Group Men’s Faith & Work

Searle Home Pastor’s Office

Rick Searle

256-239-5264

Wednesday, 6:15 pm

Rick Searle

256-239-5264

Thursday, 8:00 pm

Sunday School – Winter Quarter Specific Course Good and Angry (David Powlison) Ladies – Jonah Musicians Youth (5th- 12th) Children grades 2nd – 4th Children ages 4yr – 1st Children ages 2 – 3 Nursery (0-24 mo)

Teacher Peck Mallory Alicia Probst Jeremy Shank Michelle Miller Kris Herndon Kathryn Searle/Susan Weaver Suzan Freeman/Susan Weaver

Room L14 Board Room Sanctuary Church Office L2 Yellow Rm Toddler Rm Nursery

ANNOUNCEMENTS Instant Church Directory Online We need your help to complete our online and mobile directory by sending us a picture of your family. Please email a picture to Katie Weaver at [email protected], or see Chrissy McLeod who is available on Sunday morning to take a picture for you. We may resort to “grabbing” a picture off of your Facebook page if we don’t hear from you . Please let us know if you do not want a picture published in the directory.

Sunday School Classes and Small Groups Resume The Searle small group and the Thursday evening men’s group start back up this week. Ladies Bible Study resumes January 18. The Goode small group will resume January 22. The Ping small group is on break at this time. New Phone System A new phone system has been installed in the church and school. It operates through our internet service, resulting in a delay in the ringing in the office. You will hear three rings on your phone before it rings in the church office. Please don’t hang up too quickly, and if you have the patience to let it ring ten times, you now have the option to leave a voice mail.

We Rejoice With… Andrew and Christina Robinson on the birth of their son, Wyatt Lake, on January 3rd, weighing 8 lbs. 2 oz. and measuring 21 inches.

Please Pray For Sheila Character, a friend of the Stumbo’s, facing major back surgery Camille Carroll, recovering from jaw surgery Dot Harrison, recovering from injuries sustained in a car accident Jim Farley, Maggie McDaniel’s father, at home now under hospice care Jennifer Bush, struggling with her health Rosie Ping, who continues to struggle with facial neuralgia This week’s families: Mark & Wendy Lowe, Peck & Mary Mallory, Vince & Eliska Mattox, Andrew Mattox Christian Education Ministries at church, home and school Military: Ben Herndon, Jonathan Searle, Jon Mattox, Adam Shelley, David Washington, Aaron Pugh, Tyler Harris, Andrew Smith, Jason Moore, Nathan Thrasher Pregnancies: Molly Weaver Engagement: Jeremy Shank & Rachel Stephens Missions: Michael & Michelle Davis Church Planting in NW England with PEF Church Ministry: Discipleship Church Leaders & Staff: Kelsey McWilliams & Joe Searle Young Adults: Sarah Burleigh, Bernie Gilliland, LT Hagood Those struggling with health issues: Tim Pruitt (Mike Pruitt & Sheila Totherow’s brother), Fred Medley (Kimberley Freeman’s father), Gladys Snow, Jesse Floeck (Eliska Mattox’s father), Dan & Rosemary Cooley, Kevin Miller, Rob Bailey, Paul Hayden, Louis Feazell, Doyle McGee, Colleen Taylor Those who are battling cancer: Gene Wilson, Jim Farley, George Yoggy (a friend of the Ping’s), Cassie Brock, Hella Smith, Lesley LaPlante, Damion Womack, Janet Sykes, Joanne Corbin Those being cared for at home or an extended care facility: Gladys Snow, Joyce Floeck, Dottie Brazelton, Clifford Herndon

This Week’s Schedule Sun: 9:30 am Sunday School 10:30 am Worship 6:00 pm Youth Group Tue: 10:30 am FPC Staff Study Wed: 8:30 am FPC/FCS Calendar Mtg 6:15 pm Searle Small Group Thu: 8:00 pm Men’s Faith & Work

Children’s Ministry This Week Infant Worship: Jean Miller Beth Wilson

Next Week Infant Worship: Susan Weaver Claire Stover

2-3 Year Worship: Deby Buchanan

2-3 Year Worship: Katie Weaver

4 Yrs-1st grade: Amy Minish

4 Yrs-1st grade: Hellon & Kelsey McWilliams

2nd-5th grade: Chad McLeod Jeremy Shank

2nd-5th grade: Shannon Robertson Eddie Herndon

Deacon: This Week: Bruce Bush Next Week: Tim Smith

Birthdays and Anniversaries Dameon Goode-8th Jon Mattox-8th Jackson Dunnagan-9th Beth Robinson-11th Bill & Dottie Brazelton (A)-12th

WELCOME CARD Ruling Elders

Please detach and place Jimmy Millerin the offering plate in theBoyce back of the sanctuary. Callahan Alan Robinson Date: ________________________ Phil Stumbo Roy Flannagan Name (s): _____________________ Roger Sawyer Child(ren): ____________________ Peck Mallory _____________________________ Jack Totherow Email: _______________________ Vince Mattox Phone(s): _____________________ _____________________ Teaching Elders Address: ______________________ Rick Searle Senior Pastor Erik McDaniel Assistant Pastor ______________________ Steve Mayes Assistant Pastor of Church Planting Please indicate:

Deacons 1st Time Guest nd Hudson 2 TimeTrey Guest John Davis Regular Attendee David Miller Member Shannon Robertson Tim Smith I would likeSteve moreKnotts information about: Charlie Ping o What FPC believes o Small Groups Leadership Ministry o Michelle Youth Group Miller Children’s Director oSuzan Children’s Ministry Freeman Office Administrator o Dameon Joining FPC in Membership Goode Youth Ministry o LaAlice Iglesia Casa WIC de Adoracion Walker Presidenten Anniston o o o o

WHAT WE BELIEVE • We believe the Bible is the written word of God, inspired by the Holy Spirit and without error in the original manuscripts. The Bible is the revelation of God’s truth and is infallible and authoritative in all matters of faith and practice • We believe in the Holy Trinity. There is one God, who exists eternally in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. • We believe that all are sinners and totally unable to save themselves from God’s displeasure, except by His mercy. • We believe that salvation is by God alone as He sovereignly chooses those He will save. We believe His choice is based on His grace, not on any human individual merit, or foreseen faith. • We believe that Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, who through His perfect life and sacrificial death atoned for the sins of all who will trust in Him, alone, for salvation. • We believe that God is gracious and faithful to His people, not simply as individuals but as families in successive generations according to His Covenant promises. • We believe that the Holy Spirit indwells God’s people and gives them the strength and wisdom to trust Christ and follow Him. • We believe that Jesus will return, bodily and visibly to judge all mankind and to receive His people to Himself. • We believe that all aspects of our lives are to be lived to the glory of God under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

The Vision of Faith Presbyterian Church is To become a fellowship of believers who are experiencing the transforming power of the Gospel And are Instruments of Change in the lives of others

Our Mission is To promote a passion for the Glory of God, And the joy that comes from knowing Him through the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Missionaries Katherine Long (Bulgaria, MTW) Derek and Laura Dougherty (Peru, MTW) Michael and Michelle Davis (England, PEF) Anees Zaka (Church Without Walls) Wayne and Ann Curles (Burma, Church Resource Ministries) Kristen Flaniken (Wycliffe Bible Translators) Grant and Camille Carroll (Jacksonville State, RUF)

Ministry Leadership Rick Searle Senior Pastor Jeremy Shank (Intern) Youth Ministry Chrissy McLeod Children’s Ministry Suzan Freeman Office Administrator Alice Walker WIC President Ara Bain Remembrance Jennifer Bush Hospitality