WORSHIP GUIDE Main Campus Week of April 8, 2018
Order of Worship Main Campus - Sunday, April 8, 2018 Call to Worship Psalm 150:1-2, 6 New Doxology Corporate Confession 1 Corinthians 1:28-31 Only Boast Who Can Satisfy My Soul Like You? Pastoral Prayer Offering I Got Saved Sermon Genesis 24:1-67 The Solid Rock Announcements Benediction 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. Praise the Lord! Praise God in His sanctuary; praise Him in His mighty heavens! Praise Him for His mighty deeds; praise Him according to His excellent greatness...let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Praise the Lord! Psalm 150:1-2, 6 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. God chose what is low and despised in the world, even things that are not, to bring to nothing things that are, so that no human being might boast in the presence of God. And because of Him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption, so that, as it is written, Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord. 1 Corinthians 1:28-31 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
What We Believe Our Biblical convictions are central to our identity at Hickory Grove Baptist Church. Historically, Baptist churches have subscribed to statements of belief in order to teach, defend, and perpetuate the faith that was delivered to the saints once for all (Jude 3). The Southern Baptist Convention first adopted a Statement of Faith in 1925, which was revised in 1963, and most recently in 2000. This statement is known as the Baptist Faith and Message. Hickory Grove Baptist Church subscribes to the statement as adopted on June 14, 2000. The following article is taken from the Baptist Faith and Message stating our position on Scripture. I. The Scriptures The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is God s revelation of Himself to man. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. Therefore, all Scripture is totally true and trustworthy. It reveals the principles by which God judges us, and therefore is, and will remain to the end of the world, the true center of Christian union, and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and religious opinions should be tried. All Scripture is a testimony to Christ, who is Himself the focus of divine revelation. Exodus 24:4; Deuteronomy 4:1-2; 17:19; Joshua 8:34; Psalms 19:7-10; 119:11,89,105,140; Isaiah 34:16; 40:8; Jeremiah 15:16; 36:1-32; Matthew 5:17-18; 22:29; Luke 21:33; 24:44-46; John 5:39; 16:13-15; 17:17; Acts 2:16ff.; 17:11; Romans 15:4; 16:25-26; 2 Timothy 3:15-17; Hebrews 1:1-2; 4:12; 1 Peter 1:25; 2 Peter 1:19-21. 4
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 15 Since no one can keep the law, what is its purpose? That we may know the holy nature and will of God, and the sinful nature and disobedience of our hearts; and thus our need of a Savior. The law also teaches and exhorts us to live a life worthy of our Savior. For by works of the law no human being will be justified in his sight, since through the law comes knowledge of sin. Romans 3:20 PRAYER Giver of All Good Gifts, your law reveals to us what is just. Though it condemns us, through it we know how great is your holiness and how perfect is your Son. Though we fall short, may we always give you thanks and praise for your law and rejoice that we have a Savior. Amen. Read the full commentary for this question at NewCityCatechism.com. 5
Secret Church 2018 Simulcast Friday, April 20 6:30 PM 12:30 AM (Doors open at 5:30 PM) North Campus Event Center $10 per person NOTE: Register by April 13 to guarantee your Secret Church book. The apostle Paul was astonished that some followers of Christ in his day were turning to a different gospel, and he pleaded with them not to be deceived by those who wanted to distort the gospel of Christ. These warnings given to the church in the first century are just as relevant today for the church in the twentyfirst century. For the good of our souls and for the sake of the church s mission, followers of Christ need to ask, What false gospels are being taught today? and How can I recognize the true gospel among so many counterfeits? Answering these questions will be the aim of Secret Church 18, Cults and Counterfeit Gospels. We will consider the claims of Jehovah s Witnesses, Mormons, and other groups that claim to teach the truth. We will also explore more subtle distortions of the gospel, including prosperity teaching that is rampant across the church. In the end, our goal is to walk away from this Secret Church not only enabled to discern false gospels, but also equipped to share the true gospel with people around us and with peoples around the world. Register online at HickoryGrove.org/SecretChurch. 6
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, April 8 Worship: 8 & 11 AM Sunday School: 9:30 AM Choir Rehearsal: 4 PM HG Kids Choir: 5:15 PM Wednesday, April 11 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 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. SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON Thursday, April 19, FLC Doors Open at 10:45 AM, Lunch at Noon Come enjoy lunch and entertainment by soloist Rob Manning. Register by calling (704)-531-4035 by April 13. Cost: $7. FATHER/CHILD CAMPOUT Friday, April 27 Saturday, April 28 North Campus Grounds Cost: $15/person or $40/family For K 5th graders and their father/male guardian. Register online at HickoryGrove.org/Campout. HGCS GOLF TOURNAMENT Monday, April 30, Pine Lake Country Club Register at HGChristian.org/aaa. SENIOR RECOGNITION SUNDAY Sunday, June 3, 11 AM Graduating high school senior recognition ceremony with breakfast. Register at HickoryGrove.org/Seniors by April 29. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2018 June 18 21, 6 8:30 PM 4 Years Old (by Aug. 31) 5th Grade Register your child or sign up to volunteer at HickoryGrove.org/VBS. 7
Sermon Notes Sunday, April 8, 2018 Genesis 24:1-67 HICKORY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH Clint Pressley, Senior Pastor 704-531-4000 HickoryGrove.org