When the Gospel was rediscovered at the Reformation a focus on worship accompanied it. Paying heed to the practice of worship from the past is an insight into the impact of the Gospel on the gathered people of God. This is based on an understanding of worship as a whole as a means of grace, …
Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 21 54. Q. What do you believe concerning the “Holy Catholic Church”? A. I believe that, from the beginning to the end of the world, and from among the whole human race, the Son of God, by his Spirit and his Word, gathers, protects, and preserves for himself, in the …
Song: Christ Is Risen He’s Risen Indeed Welcome: Call to Worship Song: Your Love So High Prayer Of Confession Song: Jesus Paid It All Affirming our Faith: Westminster Shorter Catechism Q26 Song: Now To The King Of Heaven Bible Reading: 1 Timothy 6 – Further admonitions to Timothy regarding his ministry, particularly touching widows, elders, …
The church I belong to believes that local churches are served by a group of leaders, a plurality in older language. It’s not led by paid leadership or staff, with lay leaders performing like a consultative focus group or a board of directors. Why would we believe that God desires this model of ministry for …
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