Restitution For Sin SUNDAY WORSHIP COMBINED SERVICE. HOP 26 Immortal, Invisible. *Invocation/Gloria Patri 1. Responsive Reading Psalm 35:1-10

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1 Vol. 30 No. 19 May 11 th, 2014 SUNDAY WORSHIP COMBINED SERVICE Preparatory Hymn Prelude Call to Worship *Hymn *Invocation/Gloria Patri 1 Allan Ang Lydia Pui Mark Heath/Joel Wong HOP 26 Immortal, Invisible Responsive Reading Psalm 35:1-10 Hymn Presentation of Tithes & Offerings *Doxology 2 /Offertory Prayer HOP 361 Redeemed Scripture Reading Numbers 5:5-10 Hymn Pastoral Prayer/Message *Hymn *Benediction/Threefold Amen Announcements *The Lord Bless You and Keep You 3 HOP 140 Amazing Grace Pr Joseph Poon/Andy Yu Restitution For Sin HOP 264 More Holiness Give Me *Congregation Standing 1 & 2 RHC Front Inner Cover 3 RHC Back Inner Cover

2 PASTORAL CHAT My dear readers, 1. Surveying the Horizon What does it convey to you? The war clouds of two weeks ago have cleared somewhat, but the prophescope tells of continuing unrest war and global upheaval. These are part of the future. In part the future lies with the little horn of Daniel 7:8 and 7:20. Did you realize that this little horn before whom three fell; even of that horn that had eyes, and a mouth that spake very great things, whose look was more stout than his fellows (Dan 7:20) was the USA? Did you not also puzzle who were the three which fell? Think back on the South East Asia scenario, after Pearl Harbour? Remember the history of South East Asia of the 1940s? Watch out for startling world developments of the future! You will be more than shocked with the USA if you are delving into her history, but thank God for Daniel s prophecy see Daniel 7:27: And the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him. Thank God, USA, the little horn will not finally inherit the Kingdom but God s people shall (Dan 7:27). 2. War clouds gathering At the moment, it is mostly talk and no action but whatever the talk, the stuff and tone was far from peaceful. Reading between the lines, and sizing up the actors, each player is acting cautious. The only hot spot is Ukraine and the bone of contention has provoked Russia. At the moment the strife is somewhat confined or contained, but who can tell if it will spread beyond domestic boundaries and light up international tempers to get involved. No doubt the Big Powers are closely watching the situation. The bottom line says, Number the days and keep pressing on, the days are truly numbered: these are perilous times. At any moment the heavenly trumpet may sound and the angel s warning siren may announce: The Lord is on the way! Be ready! We are truly living in the last of the last days. 3. Today was a Memorable Day of Remembrance Some readers may have guessed it. We visited her resting place. The weather was kind to us. We brought her favourite red roses and found someone had left the same! Who could it be? Guess. Yours is as good as mine.

3 It was a case of Absence makes the heart grow fonder. And for those who love the Lord, press on with great zeal and fervor! That s another reason to hasten the Lord s coming, for all of us, or most of us! Reasons for doing so are not hard to identify! So let s all work harder! Hasten that blessed Day, my comrades! It will not be long! 4. Lately we have been dwelling on The Lord s Return There s no better topic for God s people to be deeply involved than to delve deeply into the Lord s return. One of the things our Lord will do is to activate God s Judgment Seat. Hear His call from Heaven: And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last. (Rev 22:12-13) We can all do better, serving the Lord! So, press on; whoever you are, whether in Session or out, the Lord has work for us all! Serve well, with your best and hear His Well done. We conclude our little exhortation by telling ourselves the days of service are very soon drawing to a close. As soon as the heavenly trumpet sounds, it means, The Lord has come. That is it. Amen. 5. Give of your best to the Master! Excluding the consecrated groups of Session members, we have numbers serving in Junior Worship, CMC (Calvary Missions to Children), several choir and fellowship groups, service groups of ushers and welcomers (besides other unnamed groups). I thank God for all members of all groups. I say a Hearty welcome to all! Let s provoke one another unto love and to good works. Each of us knows our capacity and capability. To each of you I say, Let s do our best for the Master, before He comes. Work, for the night is coming, when all work must come to a halt! Strive, therefore, while it is still day! For me, my day is almost gone, but I strive still! Let us play our part, do our best, for the Master before He comes! Yours sincerely in the Saviour s love, Dr SH Tow 5 May 2014

4 ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRAISE & PETITION 1. Mother s Day: The church would like to wish all the mothers in our midst a blessed Mother s Day today. After the worship service, please stay behind to celebrate and to fellowship with one another. Cakes and refreshments have been prepared for the occasion. 2. FEBC Testimony Night: We thank God for the opportunity to study His Word through the FEBC online courses. This Wednesday (14th May) at 7:30pm is an opportunity to share what you have learnt during this semester s classes. Everyone is welcome to come, especially those who are considering taking these courses next semester (which, by the way, are Exodus and Calvin s Institutes). 3. English Mother s Bible Study: will meet next Friday 16th May from 10am to 11.45am at church. Topic: Submission Discussion (Covenant Headship) by Sister Sharon. 4. Friday Combined Fellowship Meeting: will be held this coming Friday the 16th of May, 7:30 pm. Rev Paul Cheng is the speaker. 5. Lord s Supper: will be conducted by Rev. Paul Cheng of Bethel BPC, Melbourne next Sunday. Please prepare your heart. 6. Mandarin Family Care Group Meeting: will be held next Sunday the 18th of May at the home of Elder James and Choon Fang Wong. Address: 22 Stuart Court, Bateman. Dinner at 6:30 pm, please bring a dish to share. If you are Mandarin speaking, we warmly invite you to join us for an evening of learning God's Word and mutual encouragement. 7. July Family Camp: Registration starts next Sunday for the family camp. Date: July at Orchard Glory Farm Resort. Theme: Ye are a Chosen Generation. Speaker: Rev Quek Suan Yew from Calvary Pandan BP Church Singapore. Any queries, please see Brother Caleb Cheng. 8. Thank God for: A blessed Seniors Fellowship yesterday. For the rain. Personal spiritual growth and learning each day. Safety of individuals and families. 9. Pray for: Those brethren who are travelling abroad visiting families or on holidays. The elderly brethren in our midst to have strength to cope with the wintery weather. Rev Paul Cheng's ministry at BPCWA this week. Preparation for the July Family Camp. University students to have wisdom and good time management to complete their mid semester assignments and exams. Those who are sick and unwell, to be able to cope with their illness and for God's timely healing. Safety and protection in and around the church.

5 Service Duty (11/5) Combined (18/5) Combined- Holy Communion Speaker Pr Joseph Poon/Andy Yu Rev Paul Cheng/Kong Vui Yip Worship Leader Mark Heath/Joel Wong Elder James Wong/Yew Jinn Chieng Prep Hymns Allan Ang Kenny Tan Musician Lydia Pui Winnie Lim Welcomers Jonathan Woo, Bonnie Woo, Barry Palm, Juanita Palm, Lily Liow Offering Stewards To Help Count Offering Bernard Clarke Jonathan Woo, Allan Ang, Joel Wong, Adrian Ng, Yew Jinn Chieng, Kong Vui Yip Barry Palm, Kenny Tan, Edward Ee, Alex Luu, Eugene Leong, Joel YY Wong Ushers Joel Wong, Audrey Liow Edward Ee, Grace Cheo P.A. System Caleb Cheng Albert Ho Kitchen Duties Lilian Yong, Julia Sun, Edward Ee, Lily Liow, Mew Yung Tsing Yi Min Chieng, Yi San Chieng, Victoria Lew JSS Singspiration Camilia Sin, Terry Chong Valerie Wan, Yi Mey Chieng Toddler Class Assistant Yi Mey Chieng/Yong Lee Lee Mary Ling/Yong Lee Lee Van Drivers Eugene Leong ( ) / Allan Ang ( ) Old Folks Home Ministry Subiaco Yew Jinn Chieng (Karen Ee) Edward Ee (Karen Ee) Hall A: Pr Joseph Poon Hall A: Caleb Cheng South Perth Hall B: Caleb Cheng Hall B: Mark Heath Bayswater Elder James Wong Mark Heath APPOINTMENTS OF THE WEEK Tuesday 13/5 7:30pm Prayer Meeting: Hosea Pr Joseph Poon/Kong Vui Yip, Caleb Cheng, Angeline Yong Wednesday 14/5 7:30pm FEBC Testimony Night 10:00am English Mother s Bible Study Friday 16/5 7:30pm Fellowship Meeting: Regen/Youth 180 /CYAF/CYPG 8.30am Pre-Service Prayer Meeting 9:00am English & Mandarin Sunday School/English Basic Bible Knowledge Class 10:00am Combined Sunday Worship Service (Holy Communion) Sunday 12:00pm Mandarin Choir 18/5 12:15pm Church Van Depart 2:00pm Concorde (Nursing Home) 25 Anstey Street, South Perth Onslow Gardens (Nursing Home) 39 Hamersley Road, Subiaco 3:30pm Ben Ritcher Lodge (Nursing Home) 480 Guildford Road, Bayswater ATTENDANCE & OFFERINGS (4/5) Attendance: 220 (Combined-187; JSS-33); Prayer Meeting: 68 Offerings in Total: $ General Fund: $ (#3773-$1000; #3774-$300; #3775-Library-$40) Mission Fund: (10% of General Fund is set aside for missions) SHORTER CATECHISM: What is the misery of that estate whereinto man fell? All mankind by their fall lost communion with God (Gen 3:8,24; John 8:34,42,44; Eph 2:12; Eph 4:18), are under His wrath (John 3:36; Rom 1:18; Eph 2:3; Eph 5:6) and curse (Gal 3:10; Rev 22:3), and so made liable to all the miseries of this life (Gen 3:16-19; Job 5:7; Eccles 2:22-23; Rom 8:18-23), to death (Ezek 18:4; Rom 5:12; Rom 6:23) itself, and to the pains of hell forever (Matt 25:41,46; 2 Thess 1:9; Rev 14:9-11).