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Welcome to CWC 2010! Hello and welcome to a conference especially designed for you. Our aim is to promote opportunities for women throughout our region to hear good Bible teaching and to encourage each other from God's Word. Here s our program for the day. 9 am 9:30 am 10:40 am 11:10 am 12:15 pm 12:40 pm 1:40 pm 2:40 pm 3:30 pm Registration Session 1 Morning tea Session 2 Group discussion Lunch Session 3 Question time Close Today we are focussing on how to live between the Cross and Christ's return. Lesley Ramsay, who works with Evangelism Ministries in Sydney, has spoken at many women's conferences and we are pleased she could join us this year. Lesley will take us to Jesus and what he taught his disciples just before his crucifixion, as recorded in John 14 to 16. CWC is organised and hosted by a team of evangelical Christian women as a non-denominational event. If you would like to make comments on the feedback form it will help future conferences to continue to be both relevant and effective. The CWC committee this year is Kate Bracks (coordinator), Kath Henderson, Annie Johnson, Naomi Kemp, Lesley Pidgeon and Nerissa Toms. If you would like information about any aspect of CWC, please contact Kate on kate@orangecwc.org.au. You can also find details about CWC on our website, www.orangecwc.org.au. The pink door photo was taken by Darwin Bell, and can be found on flickr.com. It is available for use under a Creative Commons license, for not-for-profit purposes. Thank you, Darwin! 3
Talk 1 John 14:1-14 Don't worry... trust! 1. The disciples are worried (John 13) 2. Jesus responds with three truths: I m going to prepare a place for you... (John 14:1-2)... but I will come back for you... (John 14:3) 4
... you know the way to this place (John 14:4-6) 3. You can trust Jesus because of his relationship with the Father (John 14:7-14) The challenge to trust 5
Talk 2 - John 14:15-27; 16:5-16 I will not leave you alone I will send you 1. A counsellor / advocate / comforter (John 14:15-17) God dwells He stands beside Another (same kind) of counsellor 6
2. A teacher (John 14:25-26, 16:12-15) Everything I told you Guide you into all truth Not speak on his own Bring glory to Jesus 3. A world convicter (John 16:8-11) 7
Talk 3 - John 15:17-16:4 You will be hated get used to it! 1. Introduction 2. Love and hate (John 15:17-19) 3. As the master, so the servant (John 15:20-21) 8
4. Exposed sin ignorance (John 15:22-24) 5. Yet God is sovereign (John 15:25) 6. Servant and Spirit will testify (John 15:26-27) 7. Expect the worst, but you will stand (John 16:1-4) 9
Discussion questions John 14:1-14 1. How do you think about heaven? When are the times you are glad you are only passing through this temporary earthly existence? 2. Tease out what it means for you when Jesus says, I am the way... I am the truth... I am the life (see John 14:6). 3. How does society and the world regard Jesus statement, No-one comes to the Father, but by me (John 14:6)? How can we express this truth without turning people off? 4. When is it difficult for you to trust Jesus? Do you find it hard to express this? How can your Christian friends help you during these times? 10
John 14:15-27; 16:5-16 1. Jesus describes the Holy Spirit as another Counsellor (John 14:16). Who is the first counsellor and how are their functions similar? 2. Share with your group a time when you were very aware that the Spirit was acting as your counsellor or advocate. 3. If someone said that the Holy Spirit told them something, how would you respond or check it out? 4. Part of living confidently after Jesus has left the room is our confidence in the Scriptures. What part does the Spirit play in that confidence? 11
Our songs Each year we draw our selection of songs and music from a wide range of Christian music sources. Thanks to a great idea posted on our website, we now list under each song the name of the CD where the song is recorded (where available). In many cases this includes the sheet music as well; check the CD itself to find out if it is an enhanced CD. CWC reports use of words and music through CCLI license number 63637. At the cross At the cross God demonstrates His love for us While we were sinners Jesus came to die So by His blood We could be justified At the cross God demonstrates His endless grace He chose to send His precious only Son To punish Him For sins we've done At the cross God demonstrates that He is just Unpunished sins Could not be overlooked So Jesus took them on Himself So be not ashamed of the cross It brings salvation to all who believe God is revealed Guilt is removed Forgiveness can now be received So be not ashamed of the cross Tell of its power to all who will hear Great is our joy Glory is ours From death we can now be set free 12 Words by Bryson Smith Music by Philip Pervical (1996) At the cross/one for many (mp3 CD) Christ alone My gracious Lord Jesus To you alone I cling Your love and Your mercy, In tribute I will sing You alone bring salvation You alone can redeem You alone gave me hope When I was lost in my sin
My Saviour, Lord Jesus You gave up all for me You owned all my failings When nailed upon the tree You alone faced the anger You alone felt the pain You alone rescued me In love you bore my shame There is nothing that compares there s nothing that comes near And all wisdom starts and ends by holding You in fear And Your foolishness is greater than our wisest thought There s no doubt You are the one true God My master Lord Jesus I will do all you say Though this world calls loudly It s You I will obey You alone are almighty You alone, my true king You alone are the One The Lord of everything Words by Bryson Smith (1997) Music by Philip Percival (2005) See Him coming - Emu Live 2 (CD) New song in my heart (CD) Everlasting From the moment of creation to the present day Your divinity and power are here on display And the history of Your people shows us loud and clear That Your faithfulness endures on and on From everlasting To everlasting To everlasting You are God From the moment of creation to the present day You are building here a people who will praise Your name Yes, You seek and save the lost and bring hope from despair Every tribe and every tongue will sing Words and music by Nicky Chiswell (2001) New song in my heart (CD) In His Image From the dust of the ground we were formed You breathed life into us, we were born Man and woman you made us to be In your image we have dignity 13
In His image we have been made Though we see shattered remains In His image, Jesus our Lord One day soon we ll be restored In His image Through one man there came darkness and strife Through one man there came sin s dreadful stain Through One man there came hope of new life Through One man we shall live again Jesus came in the flesh to this world The exact, perfect picture of God Entered into the mess from the Fall He was shattered that we might be whole Words and music by Nicky Chiswell New song in my heart (CD) We are His people (CD) Jesus is our song One name praised by thousands in assembly, Led His people to freedom through the sea, My strength, my song, is God who rescues me! 14 Singing one song of the King: Faithful God, salvation brings, With our hearts we join the cry That Jesus is our song Hannah finding hope in her redeemer: Lifts up, lays low, destroys and brings to life; My mouth must sing of God who rescues me! One hope fulfilled in Mary s song, rejoicing: Keeps his promise, and mercy to His child, My soul sings of the God who rescues me! One name praised by thousands in assembly, One voice, one Word, the victory of the Lamb, Holy, worthy, the one who died! they cry Words by Tony Payne and Philip Percival Music by Philip Percival (2005) See Him coming Emu Live 2 (CD)
Loved Now and evermore Delivered by the God of power Who came to us Himself. The Son from all eternity was Loved by the Father God is our strength and refuge God is our help in trouble And though the earth should change Though mountains shake the sea Though oceans roar and tremble Though mountains shake with tumult God is our stronghold still And we shall not be moved He came because the Father loved us He came to give us life In him we saw the heart of God He wept for our race We are loved by the Father We are loved by the Son Loved by the Spirit For our great God is One Loved by the Father We are loved by the Son Loved by the Spirit For our great God is One The Son has shown God s startling glory He died and rose again Exalted to the Father s side He will come again! Until we see Him here to take us His Spirit is within God s strength and wisdom present with us How great His love! (repeat) Words and music by Mark Peterson (2007) See Him coming Emu live 2 (CD) We will not fear The Lord Almighty reigns We will not fear The God of Jacob saves God the Lord of Hosts is here Now and evermore There is a flowing river Whose streams make glad the city The holy dwelling place Of God the Lord Most High God lives within that city Thought nations rage and tumble God speaks, the earth submits But she shall not be moved Behold His deeds are glorious God brings the world to ruin He causes wars to end And shatters every spear Be still and know the Most High Be still, He is our refuge He is exalted in The nations of the earth 15
Words and music by Cathy Sampson (2005) Now and evermore (CD) Words and music by Mark Peterson (2003) New song in my heart (CD) We are His people (CD) See Him coming Glory and power to the One who loves us Honour and praise Him forever Come Lord Jesus, come Lord Jesus Glory and power to the One who freed us From all our sins by His blood Come Lord Jesus, come Lord Jesus See Him coming on the clouds of heaven Every eye behold Him now He s the Living One the first and last Who once was dead, but now He lives Forever and ever Glory and power to the One who made us A kingdom and priests for God s service Come Lord Jesus, come Lord Jesus Jesus is the living One Who died and came alive Jesus is Almighty Lord Who was, and is to come! (repeat) 16 Stand firm Be strong in the Lord In His mighty power Put on the armour of God Take your stand Against the Devil's schemes Struggle not with flesh and blood Stand firm - with the breastplate of righteousness Stand firm - with the gospel of peace Stand firm - with salvation from Jesus The belt of truth The shield of faith The sword of the Spirit The mighty Word of God The darkest of powers, Principalities Rulers of places unseen These we fight Until the final day By the strength of God we stand!
At all times in prayer In the Spirit s power Bring your requests to the Lord Be alert and keep praying for Those who are the saints in Christ Words and music by Cathy Sampson and Rob Smith (2004) Stand firm (CD) To God be the glory To God be the glory Great things He has done So loved He the world That He gave us His Son Who yielded His life An atonement for sin And opened the life-gate That all may go in! Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord! Let the earth hear His voice! Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord! Let the people rejoice! Oh come to the Father Through Jesus the Son And give Him the glory Great things He has done Oh perfect redemption The purchase of blood To every believer The promise of God The vilest offender Who truly believes That moment from Jesus A pardon receives Great things He has taught us Great things He has done And great our rejoicing Through Jesus the Son But purer and higher And greater will be Our wonder, our rapture When Jesus we see! Words by Fanny J Crosby (1820-1915) Music by William H Doane (1832-1915) (Public domain) Trust and obey When we walk with the Lord In the light of His Word What a glory He sheds on our way! While we do His good will He abides with us still And with all who will trust and obey Trust and obey For there's no other way To be joyful in Jesus But to trust and obey (repeat) 17
Not a burden we bear Not a sorrow we share But our toil He does richly repay Not grief nor a loss Not a frown nor a cross But is blessed if we trust and obey! What a privilege to carry Everything to God in prayer Oh what peace we often forfeit Oh what needless pain we bear All because we do not carry Everything to God in prayer Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged Take it to the Lord in prayer Can we find a friend so faithful Who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness Take it to the Lord in prayer But we never can prove The delights of His love Until all on the altar we lay For the favour He shows And the joy He bestows Are for them who will trust and obey! Then in fellowship sweet We will sit at His feet Or we'll walk by His side in the way What He says we will do Where He sends we will go Never fear, only trust and obey! Words by John Henry Sammis (1846-1919) Music by Cathy Sampson (2002) Stand firm (CD) What a friend we have Jesus What a friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear 18 Are we weak and heavy laden Cumbered with a load of care? Precious Savior, still our refuge Take it to the Lord in prayer Do your friends despise, forsake you? Take it to the Lord in prayer In His arms He'll take and shield you You will find a solace there Blessed Saviour, You have promised You will all our burdens bear May we ever, Lord, be bringing All to You in earnest prayer Soon in glory bright unclouded There will be no need for prayer Rapture, praise and endless worship Will be our sweet portion there Words by Joseph M Scriven (1820-1886) Music by Charles C Converse (1832-1918) (Public domain)
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CWC 2011 Saturday 7 May with Sue Ravenhall Susan moved from Sydney to Young three years ago and can honestly say she didn t find the change in culture too hard! The main things she enjoys about living in Young are the stars at night, shopkeepers who don t make you sign your credit card because they know you and, of course, cherries. Things she s not so flash about are being unable to use the traffic as an excuse to be late, and having to wait six weeks to see her doctor. Susan enjoys administration, that sense of achievement that comes in paying a bill and filing paperwork away, as well as watching her veggies grow, and cooking. Most of all she enjoys hanging out with her boys: Tim, husband of six years, and Rex, son of two years. Susan is very excited about opening God s Word at CWC 2011, and is looking forward (with some trepidation) to all God will be teaching her in the process. CWC 2011 is set to be another encouraging conference, founded in God s Word. Why not bring a friend who hasn t been before, or organise a group from church? If you d like further information about any aspect of CWC, contact Kate on kate@orangecwc.org.au. 20