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March 27, 2011

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Leading The ServiceS

Dr. George Robertson .................................................................................. Senior PastorRev. Mike Hearon ............................................................Executive Director of OutreachMr. Paul Roberts .................................................................... Director of Music and Arts

Welcome

But as for me, it is good to be near God. — Psalm 73:28

We have no greater privilege than to draw near to God. We come to him through the merit of Christ crucified. We come by the power of the Holy Spirit. And we come with God’s promise that he will draw near to us (James 4:8).

If your faith has not yet come to rest in Christ, and if God is awakening in your heart a desire to take the next step, please use one of the prayer cards in the pew rack to contact the pastor or speak to him as you leave the sanctuary. A husband and wife team will also be standing next to the pastor following the service to speak with anyone interested in exploring what it means to know Jesus Christ or to join this church.

May our gracious Lord draw near to you wonderfully in this service today.

March greeTerS

Elders: Dan Boone, Bill McCartney, Jim Clark, Jim Carroll ............................. 8:30 a.m.Elders: Gene Betts, Cliff Eckles, Eric Chou, Steve Hubbard ................................11 a.m.

The Theme: Spiritual Warfare

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THE MORNING SERVICES March 27, 20118:30 and 11 a.m.

(† Indicates the congregation standing)

The Choral Prelude - Show Me Your Cross ............................................................. LantzHyangbin Choi, piano

(The congregation is invited to read Mark 14:32-42 page 1580 in the pew Bible) O show me your cross, dear Savior, allow my eyes to seethe price you paid at Calvary that I might be set free.O show me your cross, dear Savior, your nail-pierced hands and feet.Then let me feel the healing stream where love and sorrow meet.

O sacred head now wounded, with grief and shame weighed down,now scornfully surrounded with thorns your only crown.O sacred head, what glory, what mystery divine,that in your dying sorrow I long to call you mine.

What you, my Lord, have suffered was all for sinner’s gain;for mine was the transgression, but yours the deadly pain.Here at the cross, dear Savior, though I deserve your place,look on me with your favor, and grant to me your grace.

† The Peace

† The Call to Worship .........................................................................................Psalm 16

You are our Lord; apart from you we have no good thing.

you alone are our portion and our cup; you make our lot secure.

Our eyes are always on the LORD. With him on our side, we will not be shaken.

You make known to us the path of life;

you will fill us with joy in your presence,

with eternal pleasures at your right hand.

The Lord be with you.

And with your spirit.

Let us worship God.

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† The Hymn - All Hail the Power of Jesus Name ..........................................Coronation

(Verses 1,3,5)

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† The Invocation (Please lift hands)

† The Confession of Faith ........... Luke 22, Revelation 12, 1 Peter 5, 1 John 4, John 17, Romans 8:2, 2 Thessalonians 3, Jude 6, Ephesians 6, Hebrews 2

Q. What does the Bible teach us concerning the reality of spiritual warfare and our victory in Christ Jesus?

A. The Bible teaches that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Our enemy, the devil, walks about like a roaring lion seeking to devour us. Satan is the Prince of Darkness, the enemy of our souls, the tempter, the accuser, and the Father of Lies. We believe that Christ himself took on flesh and blood in order that by means of death he might do away with him who holds the power of death, that is the devil. We believe that greater is he that is in us, than he that is in the world. We believe that God has fitted us with the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Following Christ’s example, we pray to be delivered from evil, knowing that Jesus prays for our deliverance. And we believe that when Christ returns, the serpent of old, who deceives the whole world, will be thrown down to the earth, and his angels will be thrown down with him. We know that Christ has kept Satan and his angels in everlasting bonds under the darkness of hell for judgment on the great day. And we are convinced that nothing, not even demons nor any powers will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

The Old Testament Lesson ..................................................................................Psalm 91 page 930 in the pew Bible

The Response

The grass withers and the flowers fall,

But the Word of our God stands forever.

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The Sacrament of Baptism (8:30 a.m.) ....................................Miles Richardson HooverHudson Avary Peters

(11 a.m.) ........................................ Anna Frances ChristmanBennet Alexander ChristmanNatalia Phon Phommachanh

Charles Oliver Scogin

The Personal Confession of Sin

The Corporate Confession of Sin (Please kneel)

Gracious Lord, you have shown us great mercy and compassion. You desire for us to love you with all of our hearts, minds and strength, yet we continue to love ourselves more than you. You have provided for our needs in great ways, yet we have not been content with your blessings, instead we are often jealous of what you have given to others. Forgive us for our failures to care for those who are suffering, for treating the gifts of heaven as if they were unimportant, and for our neglect of your gracious law. Help us to hate our sins enough to turn from them. Through Christ, our Lord we pray, Amen.

The Assurance of Pardoning Grace ........................................................Ephesians 1:7, 8

In Jesus Christ we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in ac-cordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us with all wisdom and understanding.

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† The Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.Thy kingdom come.Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread,And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.

The Offering* *Please take a moment to sign the attendance register.

The Choral Offertory - Jesus, the Very Thought of You ........................................ HelveyKatie Gothel, flute

Jesus, the very thought of you with sweetness fills the breast;but sweeter far your face to see and in your presence rest.

No voice can sing, no heart can frame, nor can the memory finda sweeter sound than Jesus’ name, the Savior of mankind.

O hope of every contrite heart, O joy of all the meek,to those who fall how kind you are, how good to those who seek.

But what to those who find? Ah, this: nor tongue nor pen can show;the love of Jesus, what it is, none but who love him know.

Jesus, our only joy is you, as you our prize will be.In you is all our glory now and through eternity.

Bernard of Clairvaux, 1090 - 1153

Online giving available at www.firstpresaugusta.org and at the giving kiosk in the Narthex.

† The Doxology (Please stand) ......................................................................tallis’ Canon

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† The Hymn of Preparation - Jesus! What a Friend of Sinners! ...................... Hyfrydol(Children in K4 through fourth grade exit at this time.)

(Verses 1,2,5)

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The Sermon - Stations of the Cross: Attacked by the Devil .......................Mark 14:32-42(Sermon Outline on the back of the announcement sheet)

The Silent Prayers of God’s People

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† The Hymn of Response - A Mighty Fortress is Our God .................... Ein’ fEstE Burg

(All Verses)

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The SancTuary FLowerS

The sanctuary flowers are given today to the glory of God by Susie and Lee Baker .

CCLI License Number 425646

† The Benediction (Please lift hands) (Please be seated following the benediction)

The Organ Postlude - Sun of My Soul, Thou Savior Dear ...................................Hursley

Please note that an elder will be standing next to the pastor following the service for prayer, counsel, or information about how to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

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Evening ServiceOpen my eyes that I may seewonderful things in your law.

Psalm 119:18

Jazz Prelude - Sojourner on the Earth

Welcome and Call to Worship

Invocation and Prayer of Confession

Leading the ServiceGeorge Robertson ........................................................................Senior PastorJohn Barrett ..................................................Executive Director of DiscipleshipJamie Anderegg ........................................................................ Worship Leader

March Greeters

Elders: Stan Smith, David Whitcomb, Skip Wiggins, Matt Willis

The Shorter Catechism in Modern English, Question 91: Q: How do the sacraments become effective means of salvation?

A: The sacraments become effective for salvation, not because of any special power in them or in the people who administer them, but rather by the blessing of Christ and the working

of his Spirit in those who receive them by faith.

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Song - King of Glory

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Song - Hark the Voice of Love and Mercy

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Song - Jesus, Thank You

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Testimony - Cliff Eckles

Offering and Prayer of Dedication

Offertory - Precious Lord, Take My Hand / Just a Closer Walk with TheeAmy Patton and Chad Hubbard

Precious Lord, take my hand. Lead me on, help me stand.I am tired, I am weak, I am worn.Through the storm, through the night lead me on to the light.Take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home.

When my way grows drear’, precious Lord, linger near.When my life is almost goneHear my cry, hear my call.Hold my hand, lest I fall.Take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home.Take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home.

Just a closer walk with thee;grant it, Jesus, is my plea.Daily walking close to thee,Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.

I am weak, but thou art strong.Jesus, keep me from all wrong.I’ll be satisfied as longas I walk, let me walk close to thee.

When my feeble life is o’er,time for me will be no more.Guide me gently, safely o’erto thy kingdom shore, to thy shore.

Written by: Thomas A. Dorsey / J.R. Baxter Jr.

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Song - Jesus, I am Resting, Resting(Children in K4 through second grade exit at this time.)

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Sermon - Given for Sufferers .....................................................Dr. George RobertsonPsalm 119:17-24; 25-32; 81-88

I. Combative (17-24; 153-160)

A. Alienation (19)

B. Slandor (23)

II. Crafting (25-32; 81-88)

A. Humiliation (25)

B. Sorrows (28)

C. Waiting (81-88)

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Song - My Jesus, I Love Thee

Benediction

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viSiTor inForMaTion

To Our Guests,

We especially welcome you today! Information about our church is available in our Welcome Center, located through the doorway to the right of the high pulpit. You can also visit our website at www.firstpresaugusta.org.

Spring 2011 aduLT educaTion coMMuniTieS (Sunday SchooL)Sunday School is provided for all ages. Specific classroom information can be found in the Welcome Center. The following adult classes are offered for this spring. All are encouraged to attend the class of their choosing.

chiLdren’S worShipA specially designed program is offered for children in pre-K through fourth grade during the morning services. A leader will escort children from the sanctuary to their rooms during the hymn of preparation. Parents are welcome to accompany them to observe and/or know where to pick them up after the service. Parents of children in pre-K through second grade are asked to pick up their children following Sunday School or the 11 a.m. worship service.

nurSeryNurseries are provided for infants and toddlers during the worship services and Sunday School. We also provide a Mother/Infant Room equipped with audio located beside Nursery 1. Ushers are available to direct you.

church MeMberShipIf you are interested in making First Presbyterian your church home or in simply knowing more about our church, please call the church office Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., at 706.262.8900.

cLaSS STudy LocaTion

College (for those in college or of college age) The Kingdom of God Greene Street Building

Medical Campus Outreach (medical professionals/students) 1 Thessalonians 623 Building

Young Adults (for those in their 20s) Christ’s Leaders in the Old Testament Old MCG Building

Single Adults (for those in their 30s and above) Colossians Telfair Room

Young Married Community James Young Married Classroom

Student Families Class (those with elementary through high school children) Gospel of Mark Old MCG Building, 2nd Floor

Adult Families (those with children in college and above) Investing Well St. Andrew’s Hall

Trinity (those with grandchildren & above) By Grace Alone Eve Room

Elective Class 2 Samuel Geneva Room