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The LORD raises his church up out of death to a new life of service

The LORD raises his church up out of death to a new life of service 1. The LORD will purify their speech 2. The LORD will remove the arrogant 3. The LORD will be with the humbleTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Zephaniah 3:9–13Isaiah 19:16–25Matthew 24:1–14

30m
Dec 04, 2022
A word of comfort for those who suffer on account of Christ’s Name.

A word of comfort for those who suffer on account of Christ’s Name. 1. The church is set apart from the rest of the world 2. The church may know about the sovereignty of God 3. The church will inherit a kingdom of peaceTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Zephaniah 2:4—3:8Revelation 18:1—19:5

35m
Nov 27, 2022
The Blessing of the Law in the Life of a Christian

Display Text:I am the Lord you God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the house of slavery.(Exodus 20:2 can be found on page 61 in the pew Bible)Preservice Song: Psalm 84: 1, 2, 5, 6 (Page 209, In the Book of Praise)Votum and SalutationPsalm 96: 1, 2, 5, 8 (Page 235, In the Book of Praise)Nicene Creed (Recited Together)PrayerPsalm 40: 1, 2 (Page 97, In the Book of Praise)Scripture Reading:Matthew 6:19-34 (Page 811, In the pew Bible)Romans 13:8-14 (Page 948, In the pew Bible)Psalm 19: 3, 4, 6 (Page 39, In the Book of Praise)Text: Lords Day 34 (Page 550, In the Book of Praise)The Blessing of the Law in the Life of a Christian1. How the law works (Q&A 92,93)2. Why God is number One (Q&A 94,95)Hymn 11: 1, 2, 9 (Page 369, In the Book of Praise)Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 7: 1, 2, 3, 4 (Page 366, In the Book of Praise)BenedictionTime:AfternoonRead by:Elder T. VanOrizandeTexts:Matthew 6:19–34Romans 13:8–14Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 34

30m
Nov 21, 2022
The Transformative Power of the Gospel.

Display Text:“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.”(Luke 19:23 can be found on page 878 in the pew Bible)Preservice Song: Hymn 81: 1, 4, 5, 7 (Page 481, In the Book of Praise)Votum and SalutationPsalm 27: 1, 2 (Page 59, In the Book of Praise)10 words of the covenantPsalm 1: 1, 2 (Page 3, In the Book of Praise)PrayerScripture Reading: Romans 6:1-14 (Page 942, In the pew Bible)Psalm 145: 1, 5 (Page 342, In the Book of Praise)Text: Romans 11:33-12:2 (Page 947, In the pew Bible)The Transformative Power of the Gospel.1. This transformation changes the way that we live.2. This transformation changes the way that we think.Hymn 48: 2, 3 (Page 436, In the Book of Praise)Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 84:1-4 (Page 486, In the Book of Praise)BenedictionTime:MorningRead by:Elder J. JagersmaTexts:Romans 11:33—12:2Romans 6:1–14

20m
Nov 20, 2022
Waiting for Jesus who delivers us from the wrath to come.

Waiting for Jesus who delivers us from the wrath to come.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. K. WieskeTexts:1 Thessalonians 11 Thessalonians 5Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 5

25m
Nov 14, 2022
God fills our lives with flowing streams of joy.

God fills our lives with flowing streams of joy. 1. If anyone thirsts 2. Let him come to ChristTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalms 42—43John 7:37–39

43m
Nov 13, 2022
God is the potter, we are the clay

God is the potter, we are the clay1. The Potter moulds the clay into vessels for different uses2. The Potter marks the clay vessels prepared for gloryTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Romans 9:19–24Romans 9:14—10:4Canons of Dort: First: Article 14Canons of Dort: First: Article 15Canons of Dort: First: Article 16Canons of Dort: First: Article 17Canons of Dort: First: Article 18

28m
Nov 07, 2022
The day of the LORD’s anger is near, and Christians don’t need to fear.

The day of the LORD’s anger is near, and Christians don’t need to fear. 1. Christ carried the burden of God’s anger 2. Christ calls us to follow him out of dangerTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Zephaniah 1:1—2:32 Kings 23:21–272 Peter 3

35m
Nov 06, 2022
The 2nd Petition: The Coming of the Kingdom

The 2nd Petition: The Coming of the KingdomTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. M. ten HaafTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 48Isaiah 9:1–7Matthew 4:12–171 Corinthians 15:20–28

36m
Oct 30, 2022
Joseph’s Rise and Fall in Potiphar’s House: The LORD was with him.

Joseph’s Rise and Fall in Potiphar’s House: The LORD was with him.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. M. ten HaafTexts:Genesis 39

24m
Oct 30, 2022
Noah showed his faith in God by blindly doing what God commanded

Noah showed his faith in God by blindly doing what God commanded1. What Noah did2. Why Noah Did it3. Where Noah got his faithTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. C. BouwmanRead by:Stu LosTexts:Genesis 6:22Genesis 6:5–22Hebrews 11:6–7James 2:14–26

23m
Oct 23, 2022
Our spiritual warfare requires devotion to prayer

Our spiritual warfare requires devotion to prayer:1) With prayers that are constant and watchful2) With prayers for the advance of the gospelTime:MorningMinister:Rev. R. BredenhofRead by:Shane DukerTexts:Ephesians 6:18–20Ephesians 6

26m
Oct 23, 2022
We love God because God first loved us

Display text: "We love because he first loved us." - 1 John 4:19 (Can be found on page 1023 in the pew Bible)Pre-service song: Hymn 80:1, 2, 5, 6 (Page 480, In the Book of Praise)Votum and SalutationPsalm 71:8, 9, 10, 11 (Page 174, In the Book of Praise)Profession of faith: Hymn 2 (Page 360, In the Book of Praise)PrayerScripture reading:Romans 9:1-13 (Page 945 In the pew Bible)1 John 4:13-5:5 (Page 1023, In the pew Bible)Confessional reading: Canons of Dort, Chapter 1, Articles 9-13 (Page 567, In the Book of Praise)Psalm 147:6 (Page 347, In the Book of Praise)Text: Romans 9:11-13We love God because God first loved us1. Before we had done either good or bad2. Because he wanted to3. Be assured by your loveHymn 35 (Page 417, In the Book of Praise)Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingPsalm 46:1, 2 (Page 114, In the Book of Praise)BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Romans 9:11–13Psalm 147:6Romans 9:1–131 John 4:13—5:5Canons of Dort: First: Article 9Belgic Confession: Article 10Belgic Confession: Article 11Belgic Confession: Article 12Belgic Confession: Article 13

28m
Oct 16, 2022
Christ, the King of peace, directs his church to overcome evil with good.

Display text: "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God." - Matthew 5:9 (Can be found on page 810 in the pew Bible)Pre-service song: Psalm 117 (Page 285, In the Book of Praise)Votum and SalutationPsalm 29 (Page 64, In the Book of Praise)10 commandments.Hymn 11:9 (Page 370, In the Book of Praise)PrayerReading: Romans 12 (Page 948, In the pew Bible)Psalm 72:1, 4 (Page 176, In the Book of Praise)Text: Romans 12:21 (Page 948, In the pew Bible)Christ, the King of peace, directs his church to overcome evil with good.1. Do not seek revenge and remorse.2. Seek repentance and reconciliation.Psalm 34:4, 5 (Page 79, In the Book of Praise)Thanksgiving prayerThanksgiving OfferingPsalm 122:3 (Page 307, In the Book of Praise)BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Romans 12:21Romans 12

25m
Oct 16, 2022
The church of Christ is characterized by thanksgiving

The church of Christ is characterized by thanksgiving 1. It is good to give thanks to the LORD. 2. For the LORD has made us glad by his workTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 922 Chronicles 5Colossians 3:12–17

28m
Oct 09, 2022
Office Bearers are entrusted to God and the Word of His Grace

Office Bearers are entrusted to God and the Word of His Grace 1. The task of Shepherds 2. The danger of Wolves 3. The hope of the FlockTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Acts 20:28–32Acts 20:17–38

26m
Oct 09, 2022
God chose some people to salvation in Christ before he made the world

God chose some people to salvation in Christ before he made the world God’s eternal decree, 1. Identifies a definite number of specific persons 2. Predestines these persons to grace and to gloryTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Ephesians 1:4Ephesians 1Canons of Dort: First: Article 5Canons of Dort: First: Article 6Canons of Dort: First: Article 7Canons of Dort: First: Article 8

31m
Oct 02, 2022
God directs us to the cross of Christ by showing us the consequences of our sins

God directs us to the cross of Christ by showing us the consequences of our sins,1. For our own lives 2. For the next generationTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:1 Kings 14:1–202 Chronicles 13Romans 2:1–11

36m
Oct 02, 2022
My Comfort: I belong to Jesus

My Comfort: I belong to Jesus 1. I am redeemed 2. I am renewedTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. M. ten HaafTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 1Romans 5:1–11Romans 6:1–8Romans 12:1–2

39m
Sep 25, 2022
God uses human evil in his saving work.

God uses human evil in his saving work.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. M. ten HaafTexts:Genesis 37

34m
Sep 25, 2022
Made alive again by the Spirit of God!

Made alive again by the Spirit of God! 1. A valley of dry bones 2. A breath of life 3. A new creationTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Ezekiel 37:1–14Ephesians 2:1–10Canons of Dort: First: Article 1Canons of Dort: First: Article 2Canons of Dort: First: Article 3Canons of Dort: First: Article 4

23m
Sep 18, 2022
The Truth of God's Word will always triumph.

The Truth of Gods Word will always triumph.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:1 Kings 132 Kings 23:15–202 Timothy 3:1—4:8

25m
Sep 18, 2022
We end our prayer confessing our faith in the reality of all God’s work.

Display text: Psalm 72:19 Preservice song: Psalm 106:23Votum and Salutation Psalm 98:1, 2 Nicene Creed Hymn 77: 1, 2, 3Baptism: Silas John Togeretz (Pg. 596, Book of Praise) Response: Hymn 57: 1, 2, 3 PrayerScripture Reading: 1 Chronicles 29:10-22; 2 Corinthians 1:12-24 Psalm 98:3, 4 Sermon: Lord’s Day 52 (Q/A 128, 129) (Pg. 564, Book of Praise)We end our prayer confessing our faith in the reality of all God’s work. 1. Because everything is his 2. It is true and certain Hymn 63:8 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca )Hymn 8BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 521 Chronicles 29:10–222 Corinthians 1:12–24

25m
Sep 11, 2022
The LORD blesses people of integrity with the promise of everlasting life.

Display text: Psalm 63:8 Preservice song: Psalm 63:3 Votum and salutationPsalm 37:10, 11 10 words of the covenant Psalm 41:1, 2, 3 PrayerScripture reading: John 13:12-35 Text: Psalm 41The LORD blesses people of integrity with the promise of everlasting life. 1. He blessed Christ, the man of perfect integrity 2. He blesses Christians, who share in Christ’s integrity Response: Psalm 41:4 Form for the Celebration of Lord’s Supper (Pg. 603, Book of Praise) Profession of faith: Hymn 1 Preparation before communion: Psalm 116:7Scripture reading at the table: 1 Corinthians 10:17-24 Response: Psalm 116:8, 9, 10 Doxology Thanksgiving prayer Thanksgiving offering (e-transfer offerings@edmontonimmanuel.ca ) Psalm 23:3 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 41John 13:12–35

14m
Sep 11, 2022
Our worship is centered on Christ, accept no man-made bulls as substitute.

Our worship is centered on Christ, accept no man-made bulls as substitute.The Holy Spirit teaches us to watch out for: 1. Personal ambition in the church 2. Humanly devised "replacements" 3. Christ-less ChristianityTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:1 Kings 12:25–33Deuteronomy 12:1–141 Kings 12:16–242 Chronicles 11:13–17

29m
Sep 04, 2022
I am secure in Jesus, the Saviour.

I am secure in Jesus, the Saviour.(1) He is the true Saviour;(2) He is the complete Saviour;(3) He is our Saviour.Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. K. JansenRead by:Elder R. VanlaarTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 11Acts 10:30–48

27m
Aug 28, 2022
Almighty God creates heaven and earth by His Word

Almighty God creates heaven and earth by His Word1. The Word is God’s power2. The Word is God’s Wisdom3. The Word is God’s OrderTime:MorningMinister:Pastor Keith DavisRead by:Elder M. LeyenhorstTexts:Genesis 1:3–25Genesis 1:1–25

29m
Aug 28, 2022
God’s Word reveals the truth about the beginning

God’s Word reveals the truth about the beginning1. The Creator who was before the beginning2. The creation which was brought forth in the beginningTime:AfternoonMinister:Pastor Keith DavisRead by:Martin LeyenhorstTexts:Genesis 1:1–2Acts 17:16–31

25m
Aug 21, 2022
The LORD is my Shepherd

The LORD is my Shepherd -1. Who the Lord is, ---> the Good Shepherd- 2. Secondly who we are; ---> the sheep- 3. And thirdly which blessings flow from therelationship between the Shepherd and the sheep.Time:MorningMinister:Rev Klaas JonkerRead by:Russ BoschTexts:Psalm 23:1John 10:1–18

19m
Aug 21, 2022
Prayer expresses our desire for all that God desires

Prayer expresses our desire for all that God desires1. The glory of his name 2. The fullness of his kingdom 3. The dominion of his willTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 47Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 48Heidelberg Catechism: Lords Day 49Jeremiah 32:16–25Jeremiah 32:36–44Acts 4:23–31

28m
Aug 14, 2022