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O Come, O Come Emmanuel
Isaiah 9: 6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful Counsellor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. 7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever.
Come, Thou long-expected Jesus, Born to set Thy people free; From our fears and sins release us; Let us find our rest in Thee.
Israel's strength and consolation, Hope of all the earth Thou art; Dear desire of every nation, Joy of every longing heart.
Born Thy people to deliver, Born a Child and yet a King, Born to reign in us forever, Now Thy gracious kingdom bring.
By Thine own eternal Spirit Rule in all our hearts alone; By Thine all sufficient merit, Raise us to Thy glorious throne.
Luke 1: 26 The angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. 28 And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.
Luke 1: 29 And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and cast in her mind what manner of salutation this should be. 30 And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. 31 And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS.
Luke 1: 32 He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David: 33 And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.
What Child is this, who, laid to rest On Mary s lap is sleeping? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping?
This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing. Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary.
Why lies He in such mean estate, Where ox and ass are feeding? Good Christians, fear, for sinners here The silent Word is pleading.
This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing. Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary.
So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh, Come peasant, king to own Him; The King of kings salvation brings, Let loving hearts enthrone Him.
This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing. Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary.
This, this is Christ the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing; Haste, haste, to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary.
This, this is Christ, the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing. Haste, haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary.
Luke 2: 1 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. 2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
Luke 2: 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
Luke 2: 6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie! Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by. Yet in thy dark streets shineth the everlasting Light; The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all above, While mortals sleep, the angels keep their watch of wondering love. O morning stars together, proclaim the holy birth, And praises sing to God the King, and peace to men on earth!
How silently, how silently, the wondrous Gift is giv n; So God imparts to human hearts the blessings of His Heav n. No ear may hear His coming, but in this world of sin, Where meek souls will receive Him still, the dear Christ enters in. Words by Phillips Brooks. Music by Lewis Redner.
O holy Child of Bethlehem, descend on us, we pray; Cast out our sin, and enter in, be born in us today. We hear the Christmas angels the great glad tidings tell; O come to us, abide with us, our Lord Emmanuel!
Luke 2: 8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
Luke 2: 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. 12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
While shepherds watched their flocks by night, All seated on the ground, The angel of the Lord came down, And glory shone around, And glory shone around.
"Fear not!" said he, For mighty dread Had seized their troubled mind. "Glad tidings of great joy I bring To you and all mankind To you and all mankind.
"To you, in David's town, this day Is born of David's line A Saviour, who is Christ the Lord, And this shall be the sign, And this shall be the sign.
"The heavenly Babe you there shall find To human view displayed, All meanly wrapped in swathing bands, And in a manger laid, And in a manger laid."
"All glory be to God on high, And to the Earth be peace; Good will henceforth from heaven to men Begin and never cease, Begin and never cease!"
Luke 2: 15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. 16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. 17 And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
Luke 2: 18 And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. 19 But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. 20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere; Go, tell it on the mountain, That Jesus Christ is born.
Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere; Go, tell it on the mountain, That Jesus Christ is born.
While shepherds kept their watching Over silent flocks by night Behold throughout the heavens There shone a holy light.
Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere; Go, tell it on the mountain, That Jesus Christ is born.
The shepherds feared and trembled, When lo! above the earth, Rang out the angel chorus That hailed our Saviour's birth.
Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere; Go, tell it on the mountain, That Jesus Christ is born.
Down in a lowly manger The humble Christ was born And God sent us salvation That blessed Christmas morn.
Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere; Go, tell it on the mountain, That Jesus Christ is born.
That Jesus Christ is born That Jesus Christ is born.
Silent Night
Silent night! Holy night! All is calm all is bright Round the virgin mother and child; Holy infant tender and mild Rests in heavenly peace Rests in heavenly peace.
Psalm 100: 1 Sing for joy to the Lord, all the earth. 2 Praise the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. 4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. 5 The LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endures to all generations.
Joy to the world, the Lord is come! Let earth receive her King; Let every heart prepare Him room, And heaven and nature sing, And heaven and nature sing, And heaven, and heaven, and nature sing.
Joy to the world, the Saviour reigns! Let men their songs employ; While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains Repeat the sounding joy, Repeat the sounding joy, Repeat, repeat, the sounding joy.
No more let sin and sorrow grow, Nor thorns infest the ground; He comes to make His blessings flow Far as the curse is found, Far as the curse is found, Far as, far as, the curse is found.
He rules the world with truth and grace, And makes the nations prove The glories of His righteousness, And wonders of His love, And wonders of His love, And wonders, wonders, of His love.
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The world is needing us Used by Permission CCLI 56448 The world is needing us, Christ is leading us; Comrades, let us be true. His love constraining us, Prayer sustaining us, Faith will carry us through. His service calling us, None appalling us, Deeds of valour we'll do; 54 / 2
The world is needing us Used by Permission CCLI 56448 For souls are needing us, Christ is leading us; Comrades, we will be true. 55 //
Divisional Commander: Do you declare that your decision to serve in Christian ministry and leadership is one of your own free will; and is a covenant established between you and God, expressing your personal desire and intention to love and serve God to the very best of your ability. That the passion of your life is to live to win souls and make their salvation the a priority for your life; that you will uphold the doctrines and principles of The Salvation Army and, by God s grace, fulfil your term in serving as Divisional Envoys.
Response: I resolve to live a life of faith, to uphold the principles of The Salvation Army, and commit my life to soul saving service. I am crucified with Christ, nevertheless, I live; yet not I, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. (Galatians 2:20)
Divisional Commander: It is quite appropriate that this commissioning should take place tonight in the presence of fellow Salvationists, (Officers, Soldier) Family and Friends who serve God faithfully within this Division. Many of these people have supported and encouraged you along your journey, and tonight, they represent a godly number who will intercede for you and continue to pray for you both as you go forward to serve in leadership as Divisional Envoys.
Response: I take strength from the Grace of God which is mine in Christ Jesus. (2 Timothy 2:1) I know the One in whom I trust, and I am sure that He is able to guard what has been entrusted to me until the day of His return. (2 Timothy 1:12)
Divisional Commander: I commission you Angela Czoban for leadership within the Division and confer on you the rank of Divisional Envoy. I commission you Roz Edwards for leadership within the Division and confer on you the rank of Divisional Envoy.
Divisional Commander: I charge you to be faithful as you both undertake ministry and give leadership within the ACT & South NSW Division. May God grant you His anointing and presence by the Holy Spirit. Deepen your devotion and walk with God - allow Him to use you as His servant.
Divisional Commander: Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching.a pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus. Through the power of the Holy Spirit who lives within us, carefully guard the precious truth that has been entrusted to you. Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. (2 Timothy 2:13-14)
Divisional Commander: (congregation to stand) Christ of Glory, Prince of Peace, Let Thy life in mine increase; Though I live may it be shown 'Tis Thy life and not my own. Dwell within, that men may see Christ, the living Christ, in me. Colin Fairclough (SA Song 479 v1)
On We March With The Blood Used by Permission CCLI 56448 1. The Lord's command to go into the world and preach the gospel unto all, Is just as true today as when his first disciples heard this mighty call; So let us gird ourselves and go to battle 'gainst the powers of sin and wrong, 64 / 2
On We March With The Blood Used by Permission CCLI 56448 Join the fight for the right, in his everlasting might, and sing our marching song: 65 / 3
On We March With The Blood Used by Permission CCLI 56448 On we march with the blood and the fire, To the ends of the earth we will go; And the Saviour's love will be the theme of our song Because we love him so. 66 / 4
On We March With The Blood Used by Permission CCLI 56448 On we march with the blood and the fire, To the ends of the earth we will go; And the Saviour's love will be the theme of our song Because we love him so. 67 / 4
The Founders Song Used by Permission CCLI 56448 7. And now, hallelujah! the rest of my days Shall gladly be spent in promoting his praise Who opened his bosom to pour out this sea Of boundless salvation for you and for me. 68 //
Rodney and Leonie Ainsworth and Trevor and Maree Strong 69
The Founders Song Used by Permission CCLI 56448 1. O boundless salvation! deep ocean of love, O fullness of mercy, Christ brought from above, The whole world redeeming, so rich and so free, Now flowing for all men, come, roll over me! 70 / 2
The Founders Song Used by Permission CCLI 56448 2. My sins they are many, their stains are so deep, And bitter the tears of remorse that I weep; But useless is weeping; thou great crimson sea, Thy waters can cleanse me, come, roll over me! 71 / 3
The Founders Song Used by Permission CCLI 56448 3. My tempers are fitful, my passions are strong, They bind my poor soul and they force me to wrong; Beneath thy blest billows Deliverance I see, O come, mighty ocean, and roll over me! 72 / 4
The Founders Song Used by Permission CCLI 56448 4. Now tossed with temptation, then haunted with fears, My life has been joyless and useless for years; I feel something better most surely would be If once thy pure waters would roll over me. 73 / 5
The Founders Song Used by Permission CCLI 56448 5. O ocean of mercy, oft longing I've stood On the brink of thy wonderful, life-giving flood! Once more I have reached this soul-cleansing sea, I will not go back till it rolls over me. 74 / 6
The Founders Song Used by Permission CCLI 56448 6. The tide is now flowing, I'm touching the wave, I hear the loud call of the mighty to save; My faith's growing bolder, delivered I'll be; I plunge 'neath the waters, they roll over me. 75 / 7
The Founders Song Used by Permission CCLI 56448 7. And now, hallelujah! the rest of my days Shall gladly be spent in promoting his praise Who opened his bosom to pour out this sea Of boundless salvation for you and for me. 76 //