Order of Worship

Preparation for Worship

Prelude and Silent Prayer
Introit ~ Choir
**Hymn #111 ~ Joy to the World

(please stand)

Welcome and Announcements

Adoration of God

Call to Worship: Luke 2:8-14
**Hymn ~ While Shepherds Watch Their Flocks

(please stand)

**Hymn ~ We Three Kings

Confession of Sin

**Reading of the Law: 2 Peter 1:3-11

(remain standing)

General Confession and Assurance of Pardon
Affirmation of Faith: The Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q/A’s 79-81
**Psalm 32 ~ to the tune of Jesus Shall Reign Where’er the Sun

Means of Grace

Pastoral & Lord's Prayer
Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 55:6-11
New Testament Reading: Romans 4:1-8
Sermon: The Incomprehensible Blessing from Psalm 32

I. Introduction
II. The Joy of Knowing Forgiveness

A. The Christian is to confess sin all the time
B. Understanding God’s comprehensive forgiveness

III. Conclusion and Application

A. How often do you confess sin?
B. When you confess, be as specific as possible

Hymn #422 ~ Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart

(remain seated)

Communion

Response and Blessing

**Doxology #631 to the tune of: "For all the Saints"

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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