HEAVEN. As It Is In. Worship Services: 8 am Traditional Service, Chapel 9:15 am Traditional Service, Sanctuary 11 am Modern Service, Sanctuary

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1 As It Is In HEAVEN Worship Services: 8 am Traditional Service, Chapel 9:15 am Traditional Service, Sanctuary 11 am Modern Service, Sanctuary Children, Nursery & Early Childhood Ages 6 weeks to Pre-K: First floor, 7:45 am noon Elementary Ages: Kindergarten to 5th grade: Second floor, 9:15 or 11 am Students 6th - 12th grades: Venue at 9:15 am facebook.com/asburytulsa twitter.com/asburytulsa instagram.com/asburytulsa

2 Worship Worship Today Excerpt from the Sermon Journal, Monday, February 26, 2018 Written by Pastor Tom Harrison The Lion Revelation 5:5 is no cowardly Lion like in Oz. This is the strong one the great King of Heaven. He is the Lion of the tribe of Judah. He is transcendent. He is Lord. In The Chronicles of Narnia (C.S. Lewis wonderful series of books) the Lion, Aslan, represents Jesus. As is said in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, when Lucy asks if he is a safe lion, Mrs. Beaver tells her, of course he s not safe, but he is good. He s the King, I tell you! Aslan tells Lucy in The Voyage of the Dawn Treader she will see him again, only on earth he is known by a different name. She must learn to know Aslan by that name (Jesus). He adds: This was the very reason why you were brought to Narnia, that by knowing me here for a little, you may know me better there. Most readings this week are from the Old Testament and talk about the nature of a lion. The lion is not only strong but is also worthy. Something to Think About: Have you ever read the book or seen the movie The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe? If so, discuss your favorite part. If not, consider watching it. Children love it, but it is the story of Jesus. 1 Peter 5:8-14 switches metaphors by describing our enemy as a roaring lion, instead of our Savior. What does Peter say we should do to resist this lion? Finally, describe in your own words what transcendent means. Why is this such an important word? Digging Deeper into Worship, Part 3 Another challenge to worship stems from being in close, personal relationship with our Savior. Because the Lord grants us access to Himself, and Jesus (in the Gospels) was so approachable, we may be tempted to lower the Almighty to our level in worship. However, when God set an earthly throne among the people of His kingdom, He prescribed for them how to worship in a holy manner. At the first formally organized worship service, Aaron s sons offered unauthorized fire before the Lord, contrary to his command. They died on the spot (Leviticus 10:1-3). This may seem harsh, but it bears similarity to the sudden deaths of Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5:1-11). In both cases the Lord was inaugurating a new era, and these new communities had to learn they existed for God, not vice versa. When the Lord struck Aaron s sons He said, Among those who approach me, I will show myself holy; in the sight of all the people, I will be honored. We may, through Jesus, have friendship with God, but we are still His subjects. He sets the standards for His kingdom. In service today, humbly and reverently honor the Lord with the awe He deserves.

3 Learn this Week Daily scripture readings for the upcoming week March 5: Revelation 5:6-7 March 6: Leviticus 14:10-31 March 7: John 1:29-36 March 8: Acts 8:26-40 March 9: 1 Corinthians 5:6-8 March 10: 1 Peter 1:17-21 Next Week: As it is in Heaven series: And the Lamb Scripture Memory Scripture memory is one of the primary ways the Holy Spirit renews our minds and helps us think and act like Jesus. As a way of growing together in spiritual maturity, Pastor Tom is challenging us to memorize this verse this week: 3/5 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. For a complete scripture memory list, stop by any Guest Services desk today. Are you new to Asbury? Are you wanting a deeper connection with Jesus? Next Welcome Brunch Opportunity April 8 Visit asburytulsa.org/brunch to register today! Please join us at our Welcome Brunch. We invite you to our 4-week Welcome Brunch beginning April 8 at 9:15 or 11 am. This is a great opportunity to learn more about who we are as a church and to begin to get connected into the life of Asbury. Register for the Welcome Brunch today at asburytulsa.org/brunch or stop by the Guest Services Desk. Questions? Contact Michelle Rafferty at mrafferty@asburytulsa.org or

4 Serve this Month UNITED in Prayer TODAY, Mason Chapel, 6-7 pm After Jesus ascended into Heaven, His followers were constantly united in prayer (Acts 1:14). In that same spirit, we will continue our first-sunday prayer gatherings. We will unite around intentional focus areas. Join pastors this month as we direct our prayers toward missions with a specific focus on Spring Break Missions. Spring Break Mission 24/7 Prayer Watch, March Pray for our students and leaders on Spring Break Missions. Sign up for an hour of your choosing at asburytulsa.org. Prayer guides provided. Venue Prayer Room: 6 am midnight or in your home, from midnight - 6 am. EASTER SPRING FAIR MARCH AM 1 PM All activities indoors, so come rain or shine. Concessions are available to purchase. Bring an Easter baskets for children under 3 years old. Kids 4 years old to 5th grade will participate in our black light Easter obstacle course to receive prizes and candy and will not need a basket. No registration needed. Questions, contact Shanon Brown at or sbrown@asburytulsa.org.

5 About Asbury 2018 SPRING BREAK MISSION DONATIONS Learn - Pray Give Go LEARN - The vision of why we do Spring Break Missions and the impact they have on our students. PRAY - For the students and leaders before and during the trip. GIVE We are trying to raise $150,000 so all students who want to attend will be able to go. GO - If you would like to be a leader, then go with us next year. To give, write SBM in the memo line of your check or go to myasburytulsa.org. Or you can use the white & orange envelopes in the pews.

6 Order of Worship March 4, am WELCOME Dr. Guy Ames VIDEO ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE Trumpet Tune on All Creatures of our God and King Rosanna Corrales BRINGING IN THE LIGHT OF CHRIST David and Avery Lenhart, Acolytes CONGREGATIONAL HYMN Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above Angie Cockrell Hymn 126 Anna Calhoun APOSTLES CREED FELLOWSHIP MOMENT SPECIAL The Lion and the Lamb Jordan Garrett CONGREGATIONAL HYMNS King of Kings Thou Art Worthy How Great is Our God PASTORAL PRAYER SPRING BREAK MISSIONS VIDEO PASTORAL MOMENT DOXOLOGY OFFERTORY Barbara Graves SCRIPTURE Revelation 5:1-5 Pew Bible Pg MESSAGE AS IT IS IN HEAVEN The Lion SERVICE OF WORD AND TABLE POSTLUDE Join us for Donuts in the CLC Every Sunday, 10:30-11 am. This week s host: 2nd Saturday 6767 South Mingo Road, Tulsa, Oklahoma

7 Order of Worship March 4, :15 am PRELUDE Trumpet Tune on All Creatures of our God and King Rosanna Corrales CALL TO WORSHIP The Lord Reigns Reprise Johnny Fuller VIDEO ANNOUNCEMENTS WELCOME BAPTISM CONGREGATIONAL HYMNS Rejoice, the Lord Is King Chancel Choir Hymn 715 New Covenant Orchestra FELLOWSHIP MOMENT Ask Ye What Great Thing I know Hymn 163 PASTORAL PRAYER SPRING BREAK MISSIONS VIDEO PASTORAL MOMENT DOXOLOGY OFFERTORY This Is The Christ Chancel Choir New Covenant Orchestra SCRIPTURE Revelation 5:1-5 Pew Bible Pg MESSAGE AS IT IS IN HEAVEN The Lion SERVICE OF WORD AND TABLE RESPONSE SPECIAL The Lion And The Lamb Jordan Garrett BENEDICTION POSTLUDE You Shall Go Out With Joy Rosanna Corrales Join us for Donuts in the CLC Every Sunday, 10:30-11 am. This week s host: 2nd Saturday 6767 South Mingo Road, Tulsa, Oklahoma

8 Order of Worship March 4, am GATHERING SONG This Is Living Emory Parris Brandyn Fisher WELCOME FELLOWSHIP MOMENT CALL TO WORSHIP Angie Cockrell CONGREGATIONAL SINGING Great I Am Angie Cockrell The Lion And The Lamb Daniel Fugatt PASTORAL PRAYER SPRING BREAK MISSIONS VIDEO PASTORAL MOMENT OFFERING How Great Is Our God Jordan Garrett Emory Parris SCRIPTURE Revelation 5:1-5 Pew Bible Pg MESSAGE AS IT IS IN HEAVEN The Lion SERVICE OF WORD AND TABLE RESPONSE SONGS Tis So Sweet Angie Cockrell Reckless Love Caroline Ewy BENEDICTION Join us for Donuts in the CLC Every Sunday, 10:30-11 am. This week s host: 2nd Saturday 6767 South Mingo Road, Tulsa, Oklahoma