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July 11, 2010

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Leading The ServiceS

Rev. John Franks ......................................................................................Associate PastorRev. Chris Florence ..................................................................................Associate PastorMr. Paul Roberts .................................................... Director of Music Ministry, Organist

Welcome

But for me it is good to be near God. — Psalm 73:28

We have no greater privilege than to draw near to God. We come to him through the merit of Christ crucified. We come by the power of the Holy Spirit. And we come with God’s promise that he will draw near to us (James 4:8).

If your faith has not yet come to rest in Christ, and if God is awakening in your heart a desire to take the next step, please use one of the prayer cards in the pew rack to contact the pastor or speak to him as you leave the sanctuary. A husband and wife team will also be available at the front of the sanctuary following the service to speak with anyone interested in exploring what it means to know Jesus Christ or to join this church.

May our gracious Lord draw near to you wonderfully in this service today.

JuLy greeTerS

Charlie Green, Mike Harris, Phin Hitchcock, Gerald Killian ........................... 8:30 a.m.Billy English, Chip Fisher, Tom Harley, Steve Hubbard........................................11 a.m.

Elders

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THE MORNING SERVICESJuly 11, 2010

8:30 and 11 a.m.

(† Indicates the congregation standing)

The Theme: Encouragement in and a healthy view of our service to God

The Vocal Prelude - I am Thine, O Lord ........................................................... PinkstonKathleen Chandler

(The congregation is invited to read 1 Corinthians 3:1-10 page 1774 in the pew Bible) I am thine, O Lord, I have heard thy voice, and it told thy love to me;But I long to rise in the arms of faith and be closer drawn to thee.

Draw me nearer, draw me nearer to the cross where thou hast died;Draw me nearer, blessed Savior, to thy precious, bleeding side.

Consecrate me now to thy service, Lord by the power of grace divine.Let my soul look up with a steadfast hope and my will be lost in thine.

There are depths of love that I cannot know till I cross the narrow sea.There are heights of joy that I may not reach till I rest in peace with thee.

Nearer, Lord.

† The Peace

† The Call to Worship .............................................................................Psalm 145:17-21

The LORD is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made.

The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.

The LORD watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy.

My mouth will speak in praise of the LORD. Let every creature praise his holy name forever and ever. The Lord be with you.

And with your spirit.

Let us worship God.

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† The Hymn - I Will Sing of My Redeemer ...................................................... Hyfrydol

(Verses 1,2,3)

5*Suffered separation from God **universal

† The Invocation

† The Confession of Faith ................................................................The Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, and born of the virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended into hell.* The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic** church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

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The Old Testament Lesson ..................................................................................Psalm 90page 929 in the pew Bible

The Response

The grass withers and the flowers fall,

But the Word of our God stands forever.

The Sacrament of Baptism (8:30 a.m.) ...........................................Eleanor Lynn Bittner

The Personal Confession of Sin

The Corporate Confession of Sin (Please kneel)

O gracious and loving Father,your majesty is beyond full description,your glory more than our sinful eyes could withstand to see,and your holiness fills the heavens.

Yet, your mercy pursues us in dark and guilty places,your grace unveils our faces,and your holiness reaches down to where we are,transforming us into instruments of your redeeming love.

We marvel that you would use us.May we never cease our wonderment at your amazing grace.May we be always bold and broken,

as we seek to lead others into your truth.Forgive us, Lord, our sins, which are many.Melt the icy casualness with which we approach you.Purge the love of our favorite sins.Enflame a single passion for your glory in our lives.Create a deep hunger within us,

and satisfy that longing with more of your Son,the only Savior we need, Jesus Christ. Amen!

The Assurance of Pardoning Grace ................................................................. Isaiah 1:18

“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.”

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† The Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer (Please stand)

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.

The Offering* *Please take a moment to sign the attendance register.

The Offertory - If God Be For Us ..........................................................................Handel

If God be for us, who can be against us?Who shall lay anything to the charge of God’s elect?It is God that justifieth.Who is he that condemneth?It is Christ that died, yea ratherthat is risen again,who is at the right hand of God,who makes intercession for us.

Romans 8:31, 33-34

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† The Doxology ...........................................................................................Tallis’ Canon

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† The Hymn of Preparation - Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove .................. sT. agnes(Children in K4 through fourth grade exit at this time.)

(All Verses)

The Sermon - A View From the Top—God’s Perspective on Ministers and Ministry1 Corinthians 3:1-10

(Sermon Outline on the back of the announcement sheet)

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

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† The Hymn of Response - May the Mind of Christ My Savior ..................sT. leonards

(All Verses)

The SancTuary FLowerS

The sanctuary flowers are given today to the glory of God.

† The Benediction (Please be seated following the benediction)

The Organ Postlude - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit ...............................................Stainer

Please note that an elder is available at the front of the sanctuary following the service for prayer, counsel, or information about how to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

CCLI License Number 425646

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Evening Service“Stand up and praise the LORD your God, who is

from everlasting to everlasting.”

Nehemiah 9:5

The Shorter Catechism in Modern English, Question 106: Q: For what do we pray in the sixth request?

A: In the sixth request (And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one) we pray that God would either keep us from being tempted to sin or support and

deliver us when we are tempted.

Jazz Prelude - The Lord Will Provide

Welcome and Call to Worship

Leading the ServiceChris Florence ......................................................................... Associate PastorMike Hearon ..................................................... Executive Director of OutreachJonathan Stamberg ................................................................... Worship Leader

July Greeters

Byron Morris, Bruce Van Peursem, Jim Scarbrough, Mike WattsElders

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Song - A Mighty Fortress is Our God

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Song - Friend of Sinners

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Song - Free Grace

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Testimony - Tom & Lucy

Offering and Prayer of Dedication

Offertory - Word of God Speak .......................................................Millard & KipleyJeremy Wells

I’m finding myself at a loss for wordsAnd the funny thing is it’s okayThe last thing I need is to be heardBut to hear what you would say

Word of God speakWould you pour down like rainWashing my eyes to see your majestyTo be still and knowThat you’re in this placePlease let me stay and restIn your holinessWord of God speak

I’m finding myself in the midst of youBeyond the music beyond the noiseAll that I need is to be with youAnd in the quiet hear your voice

I’m finding myself at a loss for wordsAnd the funny thing is it’s okay

© 2002 Simpleville Music, Word Music Group, Inc.CCLI License No. 425646

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(Children in K4 through second grade exit at this time.)Song - Psalm 130 (From the Depths of Woe)

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Sermon - Responding When It Hurts ............................................. Rev. Chris FlorenceMatthew 5:38-42

I. Correct (38)

II. Lean (39-42)

III. Transfer (39-42)

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Benediction

Song - Give Me Jesus

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viSiTor inFormaTion

To Our Guests,

We especially welcome you today! Information about our church is available in our Welcome Center, located through the doorway to the right of the high pulpit. You can also visit our website at www.firstpresaugusta.org.

chiLdren’S worShipA specially designed program is offered for children in pre-K through fourth grade during the morning services. A leader will escort children from the sanctuary to their rooms during the hymn of preparation. Parents are welcome to accompany them to observe and/or know where to pick them up after the service. Parents of children in pre-K through second grade are asked to pick up their children following Sunday School or the 11 a.m. worship service.

nurSeryNurseries are provided for infants and toddlers during the worship services and Sunday School. We also provide a Mother/Infant Room equipped with audio located beside Nursery 1. Ushers are available to direct you.

church memberShipIf you are interested in making First Presbyterian your church home or in simply knowing more about our church, please call the church office Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., at 706-823-2450.

mcKnighT LecTure SerieS

Where Faith and Culture Meet

Please join us today for the McKnight Lectures in St. Andrew’s Hall. The teaching will begin at 10 a.m.

Upcoming Topics

Today How to Watch a Movie with Redemptive Eyes Rev. Chris Florence, Associate Pastor of Nurture & Administration

July 18 Lessons from Hollywood: Interview with Carl Rogers Mr. Carl Rogers, Creative Executive to Alcon Entertainment, Hollywood CA

July 25 Redeeming Our Culture Dr. Mark Ross, Associate Professor, Systematic Theology, Erskine Seminary