May 4, 2025
You can find the order of worship and songs here.
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It is easy to believe in God's glory when life is pleasant and easy. But is it so easy when you are sailing through a storm? Or when raging fires sweep through the wilderness around you? Psalm 29 is a sorely needed reminder that God reigns gloriously in all circumstances and experiences of our lives, be they beautiful (as we perceive them) or frightening (again, as we perceive them).
"The voice of the LORD is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, the LORD, over many waters … The voice of the LORD flashes forth flames of fire. The voice of the LORD shakes the wilderness; the LORD shakes the wilderness of Kadesh … The LORD sits enthroned over the flood; the LORD sits enthroned as king forever." Whether it is raging storm, wild fire, or flood, God reigns over them "as king forever." And, knowing this, we respond with praise. "Ascribe to the LORD, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; worship the LORD in the splendor of holiness."
That is, not only in seasons of ease, but especially in seasons of bewilderment, we give glory to God who reigns as king. For it is only to the extent that we are assured of his kingly reign in all circumstances both good and bad that we are able to pray, "May the LORD give strength to his people! May the LORD bless his people with peace!"
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Growth Resources
This year: Please see the full list of 2025 books as well as Bible reading plans on our church webpage.
This month: May 2025: We are reading "Esther and Ruth (Reformed Expository Commentary)" by Iain Duguid..
This week: We are reflecting upon Shorter Catechism Q. & A. 15.
Everyday: Noted pastor and theologian Sinclair Ferguson posts a short reflection every day, each around 5 minutes long. "Things Unseen" cover various aspects of the Christian life, worship, and theological topics in a very accessible and edifying way. We encourage you to incorporate this into your daily life. Please see this page for more information. There you will find links to various podcast platforms as well as YouTube page.
Upcoming Events and Notices
May 4 (Lord’s Day): Please join us for Sunday School lesson from “Essential Truths of the Christian Faith” Ch. 49 “Demons.”
May 7 (Wednesday 7 PM): Join us as we study Exodus via Zoom. Meeting ID: 885 5287 2349 / Passcode: 711992. Also May 14, 21 & 28.
May 10 (Saturday 10 AM – 1 PM): We invite you to explore church membership as we consider how Jesus leads his church at the home of Rick and Shelby Lloyd. Lunch will be provided. If you are interested, please let pastor Ken know.
May 18 (Lord’s Day): Please join us for fellowship lunch at the home of Rick and Linda Marcus.
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