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Matthew 25:14-30
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Matthew 25:14-30

(This is a recording from Sunday, September 30, 2007.
Elder Jim Howard preaching.).

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Order of Worship

Preparation for Worship

Prelude and Silent Prayer
Introit ~ Choir
**Hymn #74 "O God, Our Help in Ages Past"
(please stand)

Welcome and Announcements

Adoration of God

Call to Worship: Psalm 40:1-4
**Hymn #273 "Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty!"
(please stand)

**Hymn #1 "Give Praise to God"

Confession of Sin

**Reading of the Law: Galations 5:16-26
(remain standing)

General Confession and Assurance of Pardon
Affirmation of Faith: The Apostles' Creed ,
**Psalm 23B"

Means of Grace

Pastoral & Lord's Prayer
Old Testament Reading: Exodus 18:13-23
New Testament Reading: Matthew 20:20-28
Sermon: Matthew 25:14-30 from Matthew 25:14-30
I.  A man going on a long journey distributes his property (talents of money) to his servants.
II. What do the servants do with the talents?
III. The reckoning that takes place when the master returns
IV. The lesson of the parable
V. Conclusion and application:
A. Are we servants of God?
B. Are you being faithful in using your God given gifts, talents, and abilities for the glory of God and the building up and edification of His church?
Hymn #383 "Great is Thy Faithfulness"
(remain seated)

Communion

Response and Blessing

**Doxology #631 to the tune of: "For all the Saints"
(please stand)
Praise ye the Lord, His mighty works acclaim:
His years are endless, yet is He the same
O sing His praise, give glory to His holy name:
Alleluia, alleluia. Amen

**Blessing/Benediction