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June 6, 2010

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Leading The ServiceS

Dr. George Robertson .................................................................................. Senior PastorRev. Berry Hudson ......................................................Director of Hindsight CounselingMr. 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.

June greeTerS

Matt Aitken, Dan Boone, Jim Carroll, Jim Clark .............................................. 8:30 a.m.Gene Betts, Sylvester Brown, Eric Chou, Cliff Eckles. ..........................................11 a.m.

Elders

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THE MORNING SERVICESJune 6, 2010

8:30 and 11 a.m.

(† Indicates the congregation standing)

The Theme: Merciful Hope

The Vocal Prelude - ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus ..................................................BockRoxanne Smith, soprano; Joseph Workmann, Trumpet

(The congregation is invited to read Genesis 5:25-32 page 5 in the pew Bible) ‘Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, just to take him at his word;just to rest upon his promise,just to know “Thus saith the Lord.”

O how sweet to trust in Jesus,precious Jesus, Savior, friend.And I know that thou art with me,wilt be with me to the end.

Jesus, Jesus, how I trust him!How I’ve proved him o’er and o’er!Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!O for grace to trust him more.

† The Peace

† The Call to Worship ............................................................................... Psalm 117: 1-2

Praise the LORD, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples.

For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever.

Praise the LORD.

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† The Hymn - All Praise to God Who Reigns Above ......................... Mit Freuden Zart

(Verses 1,3,4,6)

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† The Invocation

† The Confession of Faith .....................................................Heidelberg Catechism, #21

Q. What is true faith?

A. True faith— created in me by the Holy Spirit through the gospel--Is not only a knowledge and conviction that everything that God reveals in his Word is true,But also a deep-rooted assurance that not only others, but I too, have had my sins forgiven, have been made right with God, and have been granted salvation. These are gifts of sheer grace earned for us by Christ.

The New Testament Lesson ......................................................................... Titus 2:11-3:8 page 1859 in the pew Bible

The Response

The grass withers and the flowers fall,

But the word of our God stands forever.

The Personal Confession of Sin

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† The Gloria Patri ...............................................................................................St. Peter

The Corporate Confession of Sin ............................................................ (Please kneel)

Most merciful Father, we have sinned against you and are guilty before you. Forgive us the sins of our tongues -

For the deception and untruthfulness in our dealings with others; for the resentments, coldness, impatience and tempers out of control.

Forgive us the sins of our eyes -

For impurity in our glances and imaginations; for hungering after more beauty, comfort, status and wealth than you have given us.

Forgive the sins of our hearts -

For hard-heartedness towards you and our neighbors; for pride, self-absorption and self-pity; and above all, for rebelling against your Lordship and doubting your love. Forgive us we pray, most merciful Father, and free us from our sin. Amen.

The Assurance of Pardoning Grace

And the LORD passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “The LORD, the LORD, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faith-fulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Exodus 34:6-7

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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 - Knight Without a Sword ....................................................... arr. Pfautch

When Stephen full of power and grace went forth throughout the land,he bore no shield before his face, no weapon in his hand.But only in his heart a flame and on his lips a swordwherewith he smote and overcame the foemen of the Lord.

When Stephen preached against the laws and by those laws was tried,he had no friend to plead his cause, no spokesman at his side.But only in his heart a flame and in his eyes a lightwherewith God’s daybreak to proclaim and rend the veils of night.

When Stephen, young and doomed to die fell crushed beneath the stones,he had no curse, nor vengeful cry, for those who broke his bones.But only in his heart a flame and on his lips a prayerthat God in sweet forgiveness’ name should understand and spare.

Let me, O Lord, thy cause defend, a knight without a sword;no shield I ask, no faithful friend, no vengeance, no reward.But only in my heart a flame and in my soul a dream,so that the stones of earthly shame a jeweled crown may seem.

(based on Acts 7)

Online giving available at www.firstpresaugusta.org.

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† The Hymn of Preparation - O Love that Wilt Not Let Me Go ...............St. Margaret(Children in K4 through fourth grade exit at this time.)

(All Verses)

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The Sermon - Graceful Old Men ............................................................. Genesis 5:25-32(Sermon Outline on the back of the announcement sheet)

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

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† The Hymn of Response - For All the Saints .............................................. Sine noMini

(All Verses)

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The SancTuary FLowerS

The sanctuary flowers are given today to the glory of God from the wedding of Megan Banks and Barrett Jones.

CCLI License Number 425646

† The Benediction (Please be seated following the benediction)

The Trumpet Postlude - King of Kings ...............................................................Marcello

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.

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Evening ServiceRejoice and be glad, because great

is your reward in heaven.

Matthew 5:12

The Shorter Catechism in Modern English, Question 101: Q: For what do we pray in the first request

A: In the first request (hallowed be your name) we pray that God will enable us and others to glorify him in everything he uses to make himself known and that he will work

out everything to his own glory.

Welcome and Call to Worship

Leading the ServiceChris Florence ......................................................................... Associate PastorJohn Barrett ..................................................Executive Director of DiscipleshipAbe Okie .................................................................................Worship Leader

June Greeters

Ken Lanclos, Jerry Miller, Ashley Paulk, Ron SkenesElders

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Song - Come Ye Sinners

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Song - Adore and Tremble, For Our God

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Song - Be Glorified (Father Let Me Dedicate)

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Offering and Prayer of Dedication

Offertory - When Overwhelmed with Doubt and Fear ..........................................SmithEllen Hoover

When overwhelmed with doubts and feargreat God do thou my spirit cheer.Let not mine eyes with tears be fed,but to the rock of ages let me be led.

When storms of sin and sorrow beat,lead me to this divine retreat.Thy perfect righteousness and blood,you are my rock, my fortress, you are my God.

When guilt heavily lies on my soul,and waves of fierce temptation roll,I’d to that rock for shelter flee,and find my refuge, Lord, find it in thee.

When called the vale of death to tread,then to this rock may I be led.Nor fear to cross that gloomy sea,since thou hast conquered death, conquered for me.

(Thomas Ken, 1687)

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(Children in K4 through second grade exit at this time.)Song - God, Be Merciful to Me (Psalm 51)

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Sermon - The Disciple’s Trail ..................................................... Rev. Chris FlorenceMatthew 5:1-16

I. Disciple’s Gift (3, 10, 16)

II. Disciple’s Description (6)

A. Inner Conduct (3-5)

B. Outer Conduct (7-10)

III. Disciple’s Assignment (13, 14)

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Song - On Jordan’s Stormy Banks I Stand

Benediction

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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.

Spring 2010 aduLT educaTion communiTieS (Sunday SchooL)Sunday School is provided for all ages. Specific classroom information can be found in the Welcome Center. The following adult classes are offered for this spring. All are encouraged to attend the class of their choosing.

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.

cLaSS STudy Teacher

Elective #1 Gems from Genesis Robertson, Vasholz

Elective #2 Discovering God’s Will Hudson, Willis

Elective #3 Lost in the Middle Huckabee, Morris

Trinity (those with grandchildren & above) The ‘I Am’ Sayings of Jesus Church Leaders

Sojourners (those with elementary/middle school children) Redeeming the Time Florence

Builders Community (young married couples) Romans Class Leaders

Medical Campus Outreach (medical professionals/students) Ethics MCO Leaders

College (for those in college or of college age) 2 Timothy Drinkard

Singles (ranging from early 20s to 30s) The Gospel of John Wilkins