We sang Blessed Is The Man, Michael Baughen’s setting of Psalm 1 at MGPC today. Apart from fitting the lyric in the third verse it works pretty well, though the Rejoice setting is a little high for congregational singing (as opposed to singing in parts). This youtube is a simple rendition that showcases the song …

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Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 19 50. Q. Why is there added: “And sits at the right hand of God”? A. Because Christ ascended into heaven so that he might manifest himself there as the Head of his Church, through whom the Father governs all things. 51. Q. What benefit do we receive from this …

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Although not central to the book’s theme, this tangental observation about pastoral life rings true: …by design, ministry is menial work. It means being a servant, someone’s assistant, a helper. You are running errands. You lay down your life so that another person’s life might go better. Discontentment and complaining reveal pride, as if menial …

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Song: Good And Gracious King Welcome: Call to Worship Song: Your Love Defends Me Prayer Of Confession Song: From All That Dwell Below The Skies Affirming our Faith: Westminster Shorter Catechism Q26 Song: Worship, Honour, Glory, Blessing Bible Reading: 1 Timothy 4 Admonitions to Timothy regarding his ministry Bible Memorisation: proverbs 19:20-21 Song: Blessed Is …

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