Pre-service Survey
Before we get started, the session have prepared a simple 3 question survey to help gather information on trends in how we are gathering at this time. We'd very much appreciated it if you would take a moment before starting the service to fill in the survey below.
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Hebrews 4:12-16 (NIV)
12 The word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. 13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
14 Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. 16 Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
Prayer of Confession & Declaration of Forgiveness
Almighty God, our heavenly Father,
we have gone our own way,
not loving you as we ought,
nor loving our neighbour as ourselves.
We have sinned against you in thought, word and deed
and in what we have failed to do.
We deserve your condemnation.
Father, forgive us.
Help us to love you and our neighbour,
and to live for your honour and glory;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Declaration of God’s Forgiveness.
Our God fulfils his promises
and is true to his word.
We have confessed our sins.
God has forgiven us,
because Christ died for us.
Sing Together
Before the Throne of God Above
Kids Spot
Intercessory Prayer
Zac will pray for our world, the work of the gospel and our church...
Bible Readings
Psalm 131; Philippians 4:10-13; Matthew 11:25-30
Psalm 131
A song of ascents. Of David.
1 My heart is not proud, Lord,
my eyes are not haughty;
I do not concern myself with great matters
or things too wonderful for me.
2 But I have calmed and quieted myself,
I am like a weaned child with its mother;
like a weaned child I am content.
3 Israel, put your hope in the Lord
both now and forevermore.
Philippians 4:10-13
10 I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me.Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Matthew 11:25-30
25 At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. 26 Yes, Father, for this is what you were pleased to do.
27 “All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.
28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Sermon
"Contentment"
Sing Together
All I Once Held Dear (Knowing You Jesus)
Close - Doxology and Grace
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
Praise Him, all creatures here below!
Praise Him above, ye heavenly hosts!
Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost.
Amen.
14 May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. (2 Corinthians 13:14)
"Go in peace to love and serve the Lord and your neighbour.
News and other bits & pieces
Congregational Meeting - 7:30pm Monday (6th July) via ZOOM: The Committee of Managment are looking to press on with maintenance work. We are seeking congregational approval for painting work on the exterior of the buildings. Remember the details were sent out via email in the update from the Committee of Management last week where we outlined the details of the work and the estimated cost. If you have any questions get in touch with Jeff Keighley (0410 210 767). The Zoom link was sent around last week. If you've lost that or need it resent please send an email to info@mlpc.org.au.
GROW Chats 2020 - Tune in now to ‘GROW Chats 2020’ — short interviews with local Christian women. You’ll hear chats about a chapter of the Bible (Hebrews Chapters 1-4), prayer, songs, books and life in Christ. GROW Chats 2020 is for all women everywhere. Listen while you walk, work or rest. Then chat to someone at home, church or next door about what you hear. Podcasts released each Saturday from May 23rd - September 5th. Subscribe to our podcast channel - search for ‘GROW Chats 2020’ in your favourite podcast app
Visit our website https://qcca.org.au/grow
All Kids Catechism videos
If you would like to go back through any of the Kids Catechism Videos, all the videos we have released are also available in one place on this site: