I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

Kids Sing

Away In A Manger Away in a manger no crib for a bed The little Lord Jesus lay down His sweet head William James Kirkpatrick, Martin Luther, John Thomas McFarland 1885 Public Domain

Away In A Manger The stars in the sky look down Where He lay The little Lord Jesus asleep On the hay William James Kirkpatrick, Martin Luther, John Thomas McFarland 1885 Public Domain

Away In A Manger The cattle are lowing the baby awakes But little Lord Jesus no Crying He makes William James Kirkpatrick, Martin Luther, John Thomas McFarland 1885 Public Domain

Away In A Manger I love Thee Lord Jesus look Down from the sky And stay by my cradle til Morning is nigh William James Kirkpatrick, Martin Luther, John Thomas McFarland 1885 Public Domain

Away In A Manger Be near me Lord Jesus I ask Thee to stay Close by me forever And love me I pray William James Kirkpatrick, Martin Luther, John Thomas McFarland 1885 Public Domain

Away In A Manger Bless all the dear children in Thy tender care And fit us for heaven to live With Thee there William James Kirkpatrick, Martin Luther, John Thomas McFarland 1885 Public Domain

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

From The Upper Room daily devotional guide, November/December 2004. Copyright 2004 The Upper Room. All Rights Reserved. God does not force love upon us. Rather, we are called or beckoned into God's presence. When we respond to that call, we are also inviting God into our presence. That is, we are acknowledging that God is with us all the time.

Matthew 11:28-30 (NLT) 28 Then Jesus said, Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light. From The Upper Room daily devotional guide, November/December 2004. Copyright 2004 The Upper Room. All Rights Reserved.

From The Upper Room daily devotional guide, November/December 2004. Copyright 2004 The Upper Room. All Rights Reserved. Jesus calls us to him, stating that through him all is made well. When Jesus shares our burdens, they are suddenly not so overwhelming. Jesus offers us rest for our souls. As this season spins out of our control, reflect on Jesus' offer of solace and rest.

From The Upper Room daily devotional guide, November/December 2004. Copyright 2004 The Upper Room. All Rights Reserved. God of love, God of promise, God of hope, we turn the cares of our souls over to you. Gentle, humble Jesus, thank you for lifting our burdens and giving us peace in our hearts. Amen.

It is Well With My Soul / SA 771 1. When peace like a river Attendeth my way, When sorrows like seabillows roll, Whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to know It is well, it is well with my soul. From The Upper Room daily devotional guide, November/December 2004. Copyright 2004 The Upper Room. All Rights Reserved. Horatio G. Spafford 1986 The Salvation Army

It is Well With My Soul / SA 77 It is well, (it is well) with my soul, It is well, it is well with my soul. From The Upper Room daily devotional guide, November/December 2004. Copyright 2004 The Upper Room. All Rights Reserved. Horatio G. Spafford 1986 The Salvation Army

It is Well With My Soul / SA 77 4. And Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight, The clouds be rolled back as a scroll; The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend, Even so, it is well with my soul. From The Upper Room daily devotional guide, November/December 2004. Copyright 2004 The Upper Room. All Rights Reserved. Horatio G. Spafford 1986 The Salvation Army

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

Joy has dawned Used by Permission Joy has dawned upon the world, Promised from creation: God's salvation now unfurled, Hope for every nation. Not with fanfares from above, Not with scenes of glory, But a humble gift of love: Jesus born of Mary. Keith Getty, Stuart Townend 2004 Thankyou Music

Joy has dawned Used by Permission Son of Adam, Son of heaven, Given as a ransom, Reconciling God and man, Christ our mighty Champion! What a Saviour, what a Friend, What a glorious mystery: Once a babe in Bethlehem, Now the Lord of history. Keith Getty, Stuart Townend 2004 Thankyou Music

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

Into Your Hands / The Source 1322 Into your hands I commit again With all I am for you, Lord. You hold my world In the palm of your hand And I am yours forever. Reuben Morgan 2003 Reuben Morgan/Hillsong Publishing/Kingsway Music

Into Your Hands / The Source 1322 Jesus, I believe in you, Jesus, I belong to you; You're the reason that I live, The reason that I sing With all I am. Reuben Morgan 2003 Reuben Morgan/Hillsong Publishing/Kingsway Music

Into Your Hands / The Source 1322 I'll walk with you wherever you go; Through tears and joy I'll trust in you and I will live In all of your ways And your promises forever. Reuben Morgan 2003 Reuben Morgan/Hillsong Publishing/Kingsway Music

Into Your Hands / The Source 1322 I will worship, I will worship you, I will worship, I will worship you, I will worship, I will worship you, I will worship, I will worship you. Reuben Morgan 2003 Reuben Morgan/Hillsong Publishing/Kingsway Music

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

1 Thessalonians 1 (NLT)

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

A starry night It was on a starry night when The hills were bright Earth lay sleeping Sleeping calm and still. Then in a cattle shed, in a manger bed Joy Webb 1964 The Joy Strings

A starry night And all the angels sang for him, The bells of heaven rang for him For a boy was born King of all the world. Joy Webb 1964 The Joy Strings

A starry night Soon the shepherds came that Way where the baby lay And were kneeling Kneeling by his side. Joy Webb 1964 The Joy Strings

A starry night And their hearts believed Again for the peace of men, For a boy was born King of all the world. Joy Webb 1964 The Joy Strings

A starry night And all the angels sang for him, The bells of heaven rang for him For a boy was born King of all the world. Joy Webb 1964 The Joy Strings

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Our King has come, Emanuel! God is with us. What a glorious Noel! Shout from the mountains Sing in the streets. Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Spread the glad tidings to the people you meet. Let all creation testify. Tell the world that hope is alive! Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Can you hear the message of love? Our King has come! Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Hallelujah! Heaven has come Down to touch the earth, Unexpected entrance for this King of royal birth. Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Fear is banished, darkness vanished, Light dispels all gloom. Word made flesh to bring us life, He is the only Truth! Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Can you hear the message of love? Our King has come! Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Go! Tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and ev'ry where. Go! Tell it on the mountain That Jesus Christ is born! Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Can you hear the message of love? Our King has come! Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Joy to the world! Can you hear the message of love? Our King has come! Joy to the world! Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

Our King has come with Go, tell it on the mountain Can you hear the message of love? Our King has come! Our King has come! Our King has come! Craig Adams, Mike Harland, John Darin Rowsey 2012 Unknown

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

The Apostle s Creed

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

The Church

Assurances We are saved by God s grace God answers prayer We can have victory over temptation We are forgiven God guides our lives

Promises I will put Christ first in my life I will rely on God s strength I will treasure God s Word I will love other people I will live a generous life

Psalm 122:1 I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the house of the Lord

What do I like about being a part of a church?

Share our experiences Special place of worship Being part of God s family Feeling the love and presence of God and other people Encouragement from other people Joining with others Sharing fellowship Teaching Singing with strangers Worship Service Serving Jesus Understanding God s Word

A global band of believers who would: Testify to the miraculous life of Jesus Encourage each other to imitate the character of God Meet together to worship God Demonstrate the love of God through compassionate service

Matthew 16: 18 NLT Now I say to you that you are Peter (which means rock ), and upon this rock I will build my church, and all the powers of hell will not conquer it.

The church would be better defined as the bond between people who are true Christian believers.

Matthew 28:18-20 New Living Translation (NLT) Jesus came and told his disciples, I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.

The Church

A place of acceptance, a place where imperfections are embraced and a place where unity is strength.

Characteristics & Blessings

Characteristics & Blessings v1 belong to God the Father, grace and peace v2 thankfulness and prayer v3 faithful work, loving deeds, enduring love v4 God s love and God s own v5 Assurance, Holy Spirit v6 Receive message with joy, suffering, v7 example to other believers v8 spreading the word of God v9 turned from idols to serve God v10 looking forward to Christ s return, free from judgement

A mission: *that embraces the whole of humankind *that brings a lost people back to God *that encourages spiritual growth *that serves all people without discrimination

How am I showing God s love through compassionate service? How am I testifying to the miraculous life of Jesus? How am I encouraging others to become more like Jesus? How am I worshipping God?

What will I need to do to develop these things within me?

The Church

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT

The Light Has Come 1. Wonderful counsellor, Mighty God among us; Everlasting Father, Prince who rules in peace. Chick Yuill

The Light Has Come To us a Child is born, To us a Son is given. To those who walked in darkness The light has come. Chick Yuill

The Light Has Come 2. Son of God, Son of Man, Word of God incarnate; Suffering Saviour Glorious Risen Lord. Chick Yuill

The Light Has Come For God so loved the world, He gave His only son; No more we walk in darkness, The light has come. Chick Yuill

The Light Has Come 3. King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Son of God exalted; Name above every name, Lamb upon the throne. Chick Yuill

The Light Has Come This king will come again, The Father's only Son; No more a world in darkness, The light will come. Chick Yuill

I was glad when they said to me, Let us go to the House of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 NLT