The Lord’s DayThe Lord’s DayThe Lord’s DayThe Lord’s Day————January 28, 2018January 28, 2018January 28, 2018January 28, 2018

8:45 am Worship Service in Sanctuary Worship Service in Fellowship Hall 10:00 am Sunday School Communities 11:00 am Worship Service in Fellowship Hall 5:30 pm Evensong in Sanctuary

I will not fear, for you are ever with me,

and you will never leave me to face my perils alone.

Thomas Merton

T he writer to the Hebrews declares that God has spoken to us in the best possible way – by Jesus Christ the Son of God, who became the Son of Man. The Gospel is so glori-ous that only Christ can fully reveal it in all its splendor. The One for whom and by whom the worlds were created, who radiates the eternal Glory of the Father, who in his person is indistinguishable from the infinite God, who by his own power preserves and maintains the world he loves, this same Jesus purged our sins by his death for us. Because Christ sacri-ficed himself for us, God the Father Almighty has exalted him, placing him at his own right hand. Is it any wonder that God is seeking men and women who will worship the Son? That’s why we’ve gathered here today. We’re glad you’re here with us to celebrate Christ.

The Lord’s Day—January 28, 2018 Worship In Spirit and Truth

Prelude

The prelude is a musical bridge from our busy lives to entering this hour of worship. How we enter may vary- some may share their joy, welcoming and encouraging others; others may need comfort, or to quietly settle their hearts and minds. God is honored in all these ways as we share and receive the grace and peace of Christ. Our service will begin when the prelude ends.

*Call to Worship Psalm 40:1-5 ESV

I waited patiently for the LORD; he inclined to me and heard my cry. He drew me up from the pit of destruction, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD.Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD.Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD.Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD. Blessed is the man who makes the LORD his trust, who does not turn to the proud, to those who go astray after a lie! You have multiplied, O LORD my God, your wondrous deeds You have multiplied, O LORD my God, your wondrous deeds You have multiplied, O LORD my God, your wondrous deeds You have multiplied, O LORD my God, your wondrous deeds and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you! and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you! and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you! and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you! I will proclaim and tell of them, yet they are more than can be told. I will proclaim and tell of them, yet they are more than can be told. I will proclaim and tell of them, yet they are more than can be told. I will proclaim and tell of them, yet they are more than can be told.

*Hymn of Entrance Hymnal, 181

1 We come O Christ to you, true Son of God and man, By whom all things consist, in whom all life began: In you alone we live and move, and have our being in your love. 2 You are the Way to God, your blood our ransom paid; In you we face our Judge and Maker unafraid. Before the throne absolved we stand, your love has met your law’s demand. (continued)

* Please stand if you are able. Parents, please escort underage children leaving the service.

3 You are the living Truth! All wisdom dwells in you, The source of every skill, the one eternal TRUE! O great I AM! In you we rest, sure answer to our every quest. 5 We worship you, Lord Christ, our Savior and our King, To you our youth and strength adoringly we bring: So fill our hearts that all may view your life in us, and turn to you.

*Prayer of Adoration *Song of Celebration Across the Lands

Words and Music: Stuart Townend, Keith Getty © 2002 Thankyou Music, Song No. 3709898, CCLI No. 789870

A�rmation of Faith Nicene Creed

I believe in one God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, of all things visi-ble and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God, begotten of His Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father; by whom all things were made; who for us and for our salvation came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit of the Virgin Mary, and was made man, and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate; he suffered and was buried, and the third day he rose again according to the Scriptures, and ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; and he shall come again, with glory, to judge both the living and the dead; whose kingdom shall have no end. And I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son; who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped and glori-fied; who spoke by the prophets; and I believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church; I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins, and I look for the resur-rection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Confession and Prayer Colossians 1:21 NIV

Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior.

Father, you have made us to live in intimacy with you and not in alienation. Our selfish-ness causes harm to our relationship with you, and we need you to empower us to put you first in our lives. We long to become servants of you. So, hear our confession as we pause to reflect and meditate on the ways our sin has alienated us from you, from inner peace, and from each other.

Words of Grace and Peace Colossians 1:11-15 ESV

May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endur-ance and patience with joy, giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. He has delivered us from the domain of dark-ness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemp-tion, the forgiveness of sins. He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation.

Worship with Tithes and O#erings O#ertory Anthem Be Not Afraid Craig Courtney

*Hymn of Redemption Hymnal, 648 1My Jesus, I love thee, I know thou art mine; For thee all the follies, of sin I resign. My gracious Redeemer, my Savior art thou; If ever I loved thee, my Jesus, ‘tis now. 2I love thee because thou hast first loved me, And purchased my pardon on Calvary’s tree. I love thee for wearing the thorns on thy brow; If ever I loved thee, my Jesus, ‘tis now. Hearing God’s Word Community Life Scripture Readings New Testament Reading: Hebrews 10:19-25 (pew Bible, p. 1282) Old Testament Reading: Joshua 24:1-28 (pew Bible, p. 251) Reader: This is the word of the Lord. All: All: All: All: Thanks be to God!Thanks be to God!Thanks be to God!Thanks be to God! Sermon Faithfulness Andy Lewis Responding to God *Hymn of Glorification Hymnal, 648

3I’ll love thee in life, I will love thee in death; And praise thee as long as thou lendest me breath; And say, when the death-dew lies cold on my brow: If ever I loved thee, my Jesus ‘tis now. 4In mansions of glory and endless delight, I’ll ever adore thee in heaven so bright; I’ll sing with the glittering crown on my brow: If ever I loved thee, my Jesus, ‘tis now.

*Benediction Postlude We Come, O Christ, To You Charles Callahan

Assisting in Worship Today: ANDY LEWIS, Lead Teaching Pastor JACK BEALL, Engaging the World Pastor DAN FORREST, Artist in Residence JASON YON, Choral Director and Local Ministry Liaison RITA HASSIG, Organist

The flowers in the Sanctuary are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Joey Martin by Tim and Norrine Martin.

During the hymn children K4/K5 may leave for Children’s Church.

Senior Valentine Banquet February 12, 6:00-8:00 pm

Fellowship Hall

Come join us for a delicious meal of Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Salad, Vegetables, Rolls and Dessert ($10). We will enjoy the beautiful music of our own Mitchell Road quartet, “GoFourth.” Sign up and pay at the Welcome Center before February 1.

MRCA Open House Every Wednesday, 9 am - 1 pm

(January and February)

No appointment necessary! Come take a tour of MRCA to see our teachers and students in action. Class sizes are limited, so apply now while we still have spots left! Questions? Contact Bryce Martin at 864-268-2210 x338 or bmartin@mitchellroadchristian.org.

A Taste of Mitchell Road—Today!

Guests, are invited to join us today at 10:00 am in the Pastoral Meeting Room for “A Taste of Mitchell Road”. This event is a small guest reception where our Senior Pastor, Andy Lewis, shares a bit of his testimony as well as the vision for our church. Also, as the name implies, we will have a tasty snack for you! If you are interested in membership, a membership class will begin on Sunday mornings on March 4 (8 weeks). Registration will begin in a few weeks!

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Recreational Soccer

Mitchell Road Christian Academy (MRCA) welcomes MRPC church members to join their recreational soccer teams this spring as part of CESA! The teams have openings on the follow-ing teams:

• U8 Boys and Girls (especially need girls) • U10 Boys and Girls (especially need girls) • U12 Boys and Girls • U15 Boys

The cost for the season will be $115 and all prac-tices will be held at Mitchell Road (games at Me-SA fields). If you are interested in signing up your child for one of these teams, contact Mark Martin at mmartin@mitchellroadchristian.org. The deadline for registration is February 9.

Thank you! We are thankful for the generosity of God’s people at the end of the 2017 calendar year! Year over year, General Fund contributions increased 7.7% and overall contributions (including Missions Support and Deacon’s Benevolence) increased 7.2%. God has faithfully provided a bounty of financial resources beyond expectation! Donor contribution statements will be mailed by January 31 and are also available on-line at myMitchellRoad via the church website homepage.

Men’s Retreat

Men, please plan on joining us for a Mitchell Road men’s retreat at Look Up Lodge on April 13-14. More information will come in February. Until then, please save this date on your calendar!

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