WORSHIP GUIDE Main Campus Week of March 25, 2018
Order of Worship Main Campus - Sunday, March 25, 2018 Call to Worship 1 Peter 1:3 4 Risen Corporate Confession Isaiah 53:4 6 O Praise the Name Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty Pastoral Prayer Offering The Blood of Jesus Speaks for Me Sermon Isaiah 53:1-7 Jesus Paid It All Mission Commissioning 2 All song lyrics in today s services are used by permission. CCLI License #198533
Call to Worship The Scriptural call to worship at the beginning of our service is a reminder that, as we gather, it is God who initiates and reveals Himself to us through His Word, and we respond to Him. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to His great mercy, He has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you. 1 Peter 1:3 4 Corporate Confession During this time we acknowledge that we have sinned against a holy God, and we have the assurance that, because of Christ, we have been forgiven and are blessed recipients of God s mercy, grace and love. Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was pierced for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities; upon Him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with His wounds we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all. Isaiah 53:4 6 Offering Giving is an act of worship in which we give generously of our substance to further the mission of the church and to bring glory to God. 3
Palm Sunday Why should I emphasize Palm Sunday in my home? The most important week in world history is the week leading up to Jesus death and resurrection. During this week, God set into motion what would change our lives forever. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of this week, and its message is one you and your family should know. Here s why: 1. Palm Sunday teaches us to worship Christ for who He says He is. When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the people shouted with great joy because they thought He was coming to free them from Roman rule. They worshipped Him for the wrong reason. Similarly, it is easy for us to worship Christ as King as long as He meets our every demand. This Palm Sunday, help your children see that they must worship Christ for who He says He is, not what they want Him to be. 2. Palm Sunday teaches us that Jesus death was no accident. When Jesus entered into Jerusalem, He knew what He was doing. By riding into town on a donkey, He declared Himself to be the king prophesied in Zechariah, provoking the religious leaders to call for His crucifixion. The cross was no accident. It is easy for children to think that Jesus didn t want to die but ended up being killed anyway. This Palm Sunday, help your children see that Jesus death was no accident Jesus understood what was coming and embraced it so that you and I might be reconciled to God. How can I teach my child more about Palm Sunday? As a parent, God has called you to be the primary disciple-maker in your child s life. Here are three ways you can teach your child more about Palm Sunday: 1. Read the Bible story together. All four gospels record this story (Matthew 21:1 17, Mark 11:1 11, Luke 19:29 40, John 12:12 19). Pick one or a few and read them together. 2. Talk about why Jesus would willingly die for us. Ask your children why and help them see how amazing His love is for undeserving people like you and me! 3. Pray together. When you pray together, let your children hear you thank God not just for material blessings but for sending Christ. 4
Palm Sunday for Kids What is Palm Sunday? The Sunday before Jesus died on the cross, He and His disciples were traveling back to Jerusalem for the Passover feast. The people of Jerusalem had seen and heard of Jesus mighty works and believed He was the promised Messiah who would save them from their Roman rulers. As you might expect, they were excited He was coming into town! However, Jesus was not the King or Savior they were expecting. Jesus would not save Israel by overthrowing the Roman government. He would save them by dying for their sins. This was not the kind of King they expected. would He do this? Well, the prophet Zechariah many years earlier prophesied, Your king is coming to you humble and mounted on a donkey. (Zechariah 9:9) As He entered Jerusalem, the people began to honor Him by spreading their robes on the road along with palm branches. This is why it is called Palm Sunday. With great joy, the crowd was shouting: Hosanna! (Which means Save us now! ) Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! On Palm Sunday, we remember that Jesus is the Savior of the world who intentionally came to die for sinners like you and me. To demonstrate that He was the Savior promised in the Bible, Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on a donkey. Why REVIEW: 1. On Palm Sunday, Jesus was traveling to. 2. To fulfill Zechariah s prophecy, Jesus rode on a. 3. In excitement, the people shouted Hosanna! as Jesus entered the city and spread on the road their robes and. ANSWER KEY: 1 Jerusalem 2 Donkey 3 Palm branches 4 Rocks 5
PASSION WEEK DEVOTION GUIDE SUNDAY, MARCH 25: THE TRIUMPHAL ENTRY Matthew 21:1 11 (See also Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-44, and John 12:9-19) What kind of king did people expect Jesus to be? What kind of king is Jesus? Thank God for all the ways He is worthy to be praised. MONDAY, MARCH 26: JESUS CLEANSES THE TEMPLE Matthew 21:12 17 (See also Mark 11:12-19 and Luke 19:45-48) What are things that upset Jesus today? How can we pray for our church? Confess to God the things in your life that are not pleasing to Him. TUESDAY, MARCH 27: THE AUTHORITY OF JESUS CHALLENGED John 12:37 50 (See also Matthew 21:23-26:5, Mark 11:27-14:2, and Luke 20:1-22:2) Where did Jesus get His authority? How should we respond to people in authority over us? Ask God to help you respect the authorities in your life. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28: THE ANOINTING OF JESUS Matthew 26:6 16 (See also Mark 14:3-11 and Luke 22:3-6) What are ways you can show love for Jesus? What are things in your life you value more than Jesus? Ask the Lord to help you become a cheerful giver. 6
THURSDAY, MARCH 29: THE FIRST LORD S SUPPER & THE ARREST Mark 14:12 72 (See also Matthew 26:17-25, Luke 22:7-71, and John 13:1-18:27) What are things that we should be praying for more as a family? How does The Lord s Supper help us remember Jesus? Pray for someone you know who does not know Jesus. GOOD FRIDAY, MARCH 30: THE CRUCIFIXION Luke 23:1 56 (See also Matthew 27:1-61, Mark 15:1-47, and John 18:28-19:42) Who is someone you need to forgive? Why did Jesus have to die? Thank the Lord for forgiving your sin on the cross. SATURDAY, MARCH 31: THE FORGOTTEN DAY Matthew 27:62 66 What is one area where you find it difficult to trust God? What is another promise of God we can trust? Ask the Lord to help you trust Him. EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 1: THE RESURRECTION John 20:1 21:25 (See also Matthew 28:1-20, Mark 16:1-8, and Luke 24:1-53) Why is the resurrection of Jesus so important? How does Jesus change lives? Praise God that His son Jesus is alive and pray we will be obedient to share this good news with others. 7
Mission Commissioning Pittsburgh, PA & Washington, D.C. HG Students April 4 8 PRAYER PROMPTS 1. Pray that students would have confidence to share the Gospel. 2. Pray for hearts to be open as people hear the Gospel. 3. Pray for partnering church plants that they would be encouraged and strengthened in the Gospel. 4. Pray for the cities of Pittsburgh and Washington, D.C. to see a Spirit-driven revival toward salvation in God. See the full list of 2018 mission trips online at HickoryGrove.org/Missions. 8
The New City Catechism The New City Catechism is a modern-day resource aimed at helping children and adults alike learn the core doctrines of the Christian faith using 52 questions and answers. Learn more at NewCityCatechism.com. Part 1: God, Creation & Fall, Law QUESTION 13 Can anyone keep the law of God perfectly? Since the fall, no mere human has been able to keep the law of God perfectly, but consistently breaks it in thought, word, and deed. None is righteous, no, not one; no one understands; no one seeks for God. All have turned aside; together they have become worthless; no one does good, not even one. Romans 3:10 12 PRAYER Holy God, left to our own devices, we transgress your law at every turn. We have no defense, but must plead guilty before your throne of judgment. Your law condemns us and cuts through our pretensions to righteousness, convincing us that we desperately need a Savior. Amen. Read the full commentary for this question at NewCityCatechism.com. 9
Easter 2018 As we approach Easter, we pray its significance is not lost on you and your family. This day separates Christianity from any other religion, given that our Savior, Christ Jesus, conquered death to rise again and complete the redemption act for you and me. This is the single greatest day in the history of the world. Make plans to be in church Easter Sunday as we celebrate this Good News. Invite your friends and family and use this opportunity to meet them before a worship service and sit together. Easter invitations are available today in the Lobby. Good Friday Service and The Lord s Supper, March 30 6:30 PM - Main Campus Worship Center Easter Sunday, April 1 Regular Sunday Morning Schedule Main Campus 8 AM - Worship 9:30 AM - Sunday School 11 AM - Worship North Campus 8:45 AM - Sunday School 10:15 AM - Worship 10
Schedule & Announcements Guest Information If you are a guest, we welcome you and invite you to stop by any Guest Information Area to learn more about Hickory Grove and to get answers to your questions. Be sure to pick up a Guest Information Card, fill it out, and either drop it in the offering plate or leave it at any Guest Information Area. Schedule Sunday, March 25 Worship: 8 & 11 AM Sunday School: 9:30 AM Choir Rehearsal: 4 PM HG Kids Choir: 5:15 PM Wednesday, March 28 Dinner: 5 PM Awana: 6:15 PM Student Worship: 6:30 PM Pastors Class: 6:30 PM Women s Bible Study: 6:30 PM Orchestra Rehearsal: 7 PM 2018 NC BAPTIST MISSIONS CONFERENCE April 6 7, Main Campus Conference includes worship, general sessions, breakout sessions, missions fair exhibits, missions testimonies, volunteer supper and more! Cost: $20, Friday supper an additional $8. Register at BaptistsOnMission.org. DISCOVER HG Sundays, April 8 May 6, 9:30 AM Room 1111/1112 Discover HG provides a unique opportunity to learn who Hickory Grove Baptist Church is and what we believe. RSVP online at HickoryGrove.org/DiscoverHG. FATHER/CHILD CAMPOUT Friday, April 27 Saturday, April 28 North Campus Grounds For K 5th graders and their father/male guardian. Cost is $15/person or $40/family. Register online at HickoryGrove.org/Campout. SECRET CHURCH 2018: CULTS AND COUNTERFEIT GOSPELS Friday, April 20, 6:30 PM North Campus Event Center Cost is $10. Register online at HickoryGrove.org/SecretChurch. SENIOR RECOGNITION SUNDAY Sunday, June 3, 11 AM Each year, we celebrate and recognize our graduating high school seniors with a lunch and a recognition ceremony during our Sunday Worship service. Register at HickoryGrove.org/Seniors by April 29. 11
Sermon Notes Sunday, March 25, 2018 Isaiah 53:1-7 HICKORY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH Clint Pressley, Senior Pastor 704-531-4000 HickoryGrove.org