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[06/08/2025 PM] - “He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead” - Revelation 20:11-15 / Revelation
36:03
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[06/08/2025 PM] - “He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead” - Revelation 20:11-15 / Revelation

Title: [06/08/2025 PM] - “He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead” - Revelation 20:11-15 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Revelation & the Confessions Date: June 8, 2025 Bible: Revelation 20:11-15 Our afternoon sermon (after the fellowship meal in the basement) on Revelation 20.11-15 exploring these "last things" with help both times from Belgic Confession Article 37. I pray you will find great help and comfort (or warning and caution) from these two texts, morning and afternoon. ----- June 8, 2025 AFTERNOON WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting * Opening Hymn: 470 – Abide with Me *Nicene Creed in Unison – page 4 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 491 – Gloria Patri Responsive Reading of 1 Thessalonians 4.13 – 5. 11 Hymn of Response: 368.2, 4 – Rejoice, the Lord Is King Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 370 – Day of Judgment! Day of Wonders! Responsive Reading of 1 Thessalonians 4.13 – 5. 11 Scripture Reading: Revelation 20.11-15 Confessional Reading: Belgic Confession 37 paragraphs 2-5 Text: Revelation 20.11-15 Sermon: "He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 446 – My faith Looks Up to Thee *Benediction *Doxology: 447.1, 5, 6 – Blest Be the Tie That Binds -------- Revelation 20.11-15 "He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead" Belgic Confession Article 37 paragraphs 2-5 Theme: The August Judge declares the eternal reality of all people 1. This Judge is high and lifted up 2. This judgment will include every single person 3. This judgment will be based on facts 4. This judgment, once made, is absolutely final!
OL URC LIVE STREAM - [06/08/2025 PM] - “He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead” - Revelation 20
01:10:58
Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

OL URC LIVE STREAM - [06/08/2025 PM] - “He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead” - Revelation 20

Our afternoon sermon (after the fellowship meal in the basement) on Revelation 20.11-15 exploring these "last things" with help both times from Belgic Confession Article 37. I pray you will find great help and comfort (or warning and caution) from these two texts, morning and afternoon. ----- June 8, 2025 AFTERNOON WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God’s Blessing Call to Worship *God’s Greeting * Opening Hymn: 470 – Abide with Me *Nicene Creed in Unison – page 4 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 491 – Gloria Patri Responsive Reading of 1 Thessalonians 4.13 – 5. 11 Hymn of Response: 368.2, 4 – Rejoice, the Lord Is King Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD’S WORD *Hymn: 370 – Day of Judgment! Day of Wonders! Responsive Reading of 1 Thessalonians 4.13 – 5. 11 Scripture Reading: Revelation 20.11-15 Confessional Reading: Belgic Confession 37 paragraphs 2-5 Text: Revelation 20.11-15 Sermon: “He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead” Prayer of Application *Hymn: 446 – My faith Looks Up to Thee *Benediction *Doxology: 447.1, 5, 6 – Blest Be the Tie That Binds -------- Revelation 20.11-15 “He Returns to Judge the Living and the Dead” Belgic Confession Article 37 paragraphs 2-5 Theme: The August Judge declares the eternal reality of all people 1. This Judge is high and lifted up 2. This judgment will include every single person 3. This judgment will be based on facts 4. This judgment, once made, is absolutely final!
[06/08/2025 AM] - “The Certainty and Results of His Return” - Revelation 1:7- 8 / Series: Revelation
34:56
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[06/08/2025 AM] - “The Certainty and Results of His Return” - Revelation 1:7- 8 / Series: Revelation

Title: [06/08/2025 AM] - “The Certainty and Results of His Return” - Revelation 1.7, 8 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Revelation & the Confessions Date: June 8, 2025 Bible: Revelation 1:7-8 In all things He keeps us in the palm of His hands and we have reason to praise Him! That praise will be experienced corporately on the Lord's day and we will spend this coming Lord's day focused on the "end times." Our Lord's supper form has this language: "Finally, the remembrance of our Lord's death revives in us the hope of His return" Much more is there and we will spend our morning sermon in Revelation 1.7, 8 ----- June 8, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 14– Whole-hearted Thanksgiving to Thee I Will Bring WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 29.1, 5 – Jehovah's Perfect Law WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 524 (Red) Jerusalem, My Happy Home Scripture Reading: Revelation 1.1-8 Confessional Reading: Belgic Confession 37 paragraph 1 Text: Revelation 1.7, 8 Message: "The Certainty and Results of His Return" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 442.1-3 – For All the Saints Sacrament of the Lord's Supper *Hymn: 442.4-6 – For All the Saints *Benediction *Doxology: 471.2, 3 – Jerusalem, the Golden Piano Postlude *Please stand if able --------- Revelation 1.7, 8 The Certainty and Results of His Return Belgic Confession Article 37, paragraph 1 Theme: The return of Christ will cause ecstatic joy and woeful dread The cause of this joy and dread is: 1. The certainty of His return 2. The visibility of His return 3. The perceptibility of His return 4. The reliability of His return
OL URC LIVE STREAM - [06/08/2025 AM] - “The Certainty and Results of His Return” - Revelation 1.7, 8
01:35:43
Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

OL URC LIVE STREAM - [06/08/2025 AM] - “The Certainty and Results of His Return” - Revelation 1.7, 8

In all things He keeps us in the palm of His hands and we have reason to praise Him! That praise will be experienced corporately on the Lord's day and we will spend this coming Lord's day focused on the "end times." Our Lord's supper form has this language: "Finally, the remembrance of our Lord's death revives in us the hope of His return" Much more is there and we will spend our morning sermon in Revelation 1.7, 8 ----- June 8, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God’s Greeting *Hymn: 14– Whole-hearted Thanksgiving to Thee I Will Bring WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 29.1, 5 – Jehovah’s Perfect Law WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD’S WORD *Hymn: 524 (Red) Jerusalem, My Happy Home Scripture Reading: Revelation 1.1-8 Confessional Reading: Belgic Confession 37 paragraph 1 Text: Revelation 1.7, 8 Message: “The Certainty and Results of His Return” Prayer of Application *Hymn: 442.1-3 – For All the Saints Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper *Hymn: 442.4-6 – For All the Saints *Benediction *Doxology: 471.2, 3 – Jerusalem, the Golden Piano Postlude *Please stand if able --------- Revelation 1.7, 8 The Certainty and Results of His Return Belgic Confession Article 37, paragraph 1 Theme: The return of Christ will cause ecstatic joy and woeful dread The cause of this joy and dread is: 1. The certainty of His return 2. The visibility of His return 3. The perceptibility of His return 4. The reliability of His return
[06/01/2025 PM] -  “Primer on Morning Bible Reading” - Psalm 143 / Series: Spiritual Basic Training
32:41
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[06/01/2025 PM] - “Primer on Morning Bible Reading” - Psalm 143 / Series: Spiritual Basic Training

Title: [06/01/2025 PM] - “Primer on Morning Bible Reading” - Psalm 143 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Date: June 1, 2025 The evening sermon on Psalm 143.7-10 is the second on Spiritual Basic Training as we look there at a "Primer on Morning Bible Reading". Let's turn together and see how the Lord leads us first thing in the morning from His Word by His Spirit. -------- June 1, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting * Opening Hymn: 322 – When Morning Gilds the Skies *Apostles' Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 312 – We Gather Together Responsive Reading of Psalm 130 Hymn of Response: 275 – From the Depths My Prayer Ascendeth Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 294 – Lord, Hear Me in Distress Responsive Reading of Psalm 130 Scripture Reading: Psalm 143 Text: Psalm 143:7-10 Sermon: "Primer on Morning Bible Reading" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 295 – When Morning Lights the Eastern Skies *Benediction *Doxology: 487 – May the Grace of Christ Our Savior Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able ------- Psalm 143.7-10 Primer On Morning Bible Reading Theme: We are guided by the Lord first thing in the morning by reading His Word 1. The morning brings renewed need, 7 2. The Word in the morning brings news of His love, 8a 3. The Word in the morning leads us to spiritual safety, 8b-9 4. God's Word and Spirit teach us first thing in the morning, 10
OL URC LIVE STREAM - [06/01/2025 PM] -  “Primer on Morning Bible Reading” - Psalm 143
01:06:54
Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

OL URC LIVE STREAM - [06/01/2025 PM] - “Primer on Morning Bible Reading” - Psalm 143

The evening sermon on Psalm 143.7-10 is the second on Spiritual basic training as we look there at a "Primer on Morning Bible Reading". Let's turn together and see how the Lord leads us first thing in the morning from His Word by His Spirit. -------- June 1, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God’s Blessing Call to Worship *God’s Greeting * Opening Hymn: 322 – When Morning Gilds the Skies *Apostles’ Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 312 – We Gather Together Responsive Reading of Psalm 130 Hymn of Response: 275 – From the Depths My Prayer Ascendeth Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD’S WORD *Hymn: 294 – Lord, Hear Me in Distress Responsive Reading of Psalm 130 Scripture Reading: Psalm 143 Text: Psalm 143:7-10 Sermon: “Primer on Morning Bible Reading” Prayer of Application *Hymn: 295 – When Morning Lights the Eastern Skies *Benediction *Doxology: 487 – May the Grace of Christ Our Savior Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able ------- Psalm 143.7-10 Primer On Morning Bible Reading Theme: We are guided by the Lord first thing in the morning by reading His Word 1. The morning brings renewed need, 7 2. The Word in the morning brings news of His love, 8a 3. The Word in the morning leads us to spiritual safety, 8b-9 4. God’s Word and Spirit teach us first thing in the morning, 10
[05/29/2025 PM] - "The Coronation of The King" -  Psalm 45:1-9  /  Ascension Day Worship Service
31:25
[05/25/2025 PM] -  “Primer on Morning Prayer” - Psalm 5:1-3  /  Series: Spiritual Basic Training
28:11
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[05/25/2025 PM] - “Primer on Morning Prayer” - Psalm 5:1-3 / Series: Spiritual Basic Training

Title: [05/25/2025 PM] - “Primer on Morning Prayer” - Psalm 5:1-3 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Spiritual Basic Training Date: May 25, 2025 Bible: Psalm 5; Psalm 28 The second sermon from Psalm 5 will be the first in our recurring summer series on 'Spiritual Basic Training.' Each summer we spend dedicated time on spiritual basics. I urge and encourage each of us to stay for the second service (holiday schedule) for important instruction from God's Word on morning prayer. We need this May 25, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting * Opening Hymn: 120 – Come, All Ye People, Bless Our God *Apostles' Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 471.1, 4 – Jerusalem the Golden Responsive Reading of Psalm 28 Hymn of Response: 55.1, 2, 6-8 – O Lord, to Thee I Cry Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 8 – O Jehovah, Hear My Words Scripture Reading: Psalm 5 Text: Psalm 5.1-3 Sermon: "Primer on Morning Prayer" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 436 – What A Friend We Have in Jesus *Benediction *Doxology: 493 – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able ----------- Psalm 5.1-3 A Primer on Morning Prayer Theme: In the morning the covenant child cries to the Listening Lord 1. The morning brings renewed need 2. The morning brings renewed confidence 3. The morning brings new action
[05/25/2025 AM] -  “He Who Snatches Sticks from the Fire” - Zechariah 3:1-2 / Series: Life in Christ
36:18
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[05/25/2025 AM] - “He Who Snatches Sticks from the Fire” - Zechariah 3:1-2 / Series: Life in Christ

Title: [05/25/2025 AM] - “He Who Snatches Sticks from the Fire” - Zechariah 3:1-2 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Life in Christ Date: May 25, 2025 Bible: Zechariah 3; Zechariah 3:1-2 The morning sermon will bring us face to face with the good and glorious gospel of Jesus Christ, clearly portrayed in Old Testament imagery. It is important that we and our children add to our "image bank" good sights of the gospel as we grow. May 25, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 479 – I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 288 – Lord, Thou Hast Searched Me WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 212 – Praise the Lord, for He Is Good Scripture Reading: Zechariah 3 Text: Zechariah 3:1-2 Message: "He Who Snatches Sticks from the Fire" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 476 – God of Our Fathers *Benediction *Doxology: 488 – Now Blessed Be Jehovah God Piano Postlude *Please stand if able ------- Zechariah 3.1, 2 He Who Snatches Sticks from the Fire Theme: The Just and Righteous God judges sin and saves sinners 1. Should the high priest be esteemed? 2. But the wicked accuser is ready! 3. The Righteous One alone can silence the Devil 4. Salvation is a sinner snatched from the fire!
[05/11/2025 AM] -  "A Mother’s Grief; A Mother's Relief" - Ruth 1:15-22; 4:13-22  / The Book of Ruth
34:39
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[05/11/2025 AM] - "A Mother’s Grief; A Mother's Relief" - Ruth 1:15-22; 4:13-22 / The Book of Ruth

Title: [05/11/2025 AM] - "A Mother’s Grief; A Mother's Relief" - Ruth 1:15-22; 4:13-22 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: The Book of Ruth Date: May 11, 2025 Bible: Ruth 1:15-22; Ruth 4:13-22 The Lord has blessed many of us with godly Mothers and has given grace so that you ladies in the office of Mom are striving to raise your children in the Lord. What a good kingdom is the kingdom of our God. So Sunday morning we will look at "A Mother's Grief; A Mother's Relief" Ruth 1.15-22; 4.13-22. There is so much of the mercy of Christ for our Moms here. --------- May 11, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 1 (Red) - How Great Thou Art WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 239 – My Grieving Soul Revive, O Lord WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: (Please place your offering in the basket in back of sanctuary) WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 129 – Thy Lovingkindness, Lord, Is Good and Free Scripture Reading: Ruth 1.15-19a; 4.13-22 Text: Ruth 1.15-22; 4.13-22 Message: "A Mother's Grief; A Mother's Relief" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 512 (Red) – O Give Us Homes *Benediction *Doxology: 556 (Red) – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow Piano Postlude *Please stand if able -------- Ruth 1:15-22; 4:13-22 A Mother's Grief; A Mother's Relief Theme: The life of a covenant mother under God's sweet, mysterious providence is hard and blessed 1. Naomi didn't pick this path of grief, God did 2. In the midst of her struggle, God brings Ruth 3. God picks for Ruth the path of Covenant Mother 4. Naomi finds sweet relief from God's merciful providence
[05/04/2025 PM] -    “Kings of Worship”   - 2 Kings 18.1-8  /  Series: Heidelberg Catechism
45:16
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[05/04/2025 PM] - “Kings of Worship” - 2 Kings 18.1-8 / Series: Heidelberg Catechism

Title: [05/04/2025 PM] - “Kings of Worship” - 2 Kings 18.1-8 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Heidelberg Catechism Date: May 4, 2025 Bible: 2 Kings 18:1-8; Acts 17:16-34 2nd Kings 18.1-8 will be the evening sermon as we examine worship (2nd commandment) as directed by the kings of the church. ------------ May 4, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting * Opening Hymn: 306 – O Praise Ye the Lord *Apostles' Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 316.3 – Now Thank We All Our God Responsive Reading of Acts 17.16-34 (All, 33, 34) Hymn of Response: 431.1, 2 – Our Father, Clothed with Majesty Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 323 – Father, Again in Jesus' Name We Meet Responsive Reading of Acts 17.16-34 (All, 33, 34) Scripture Reading: 2 Kings 18.1-8 Confessional Reading: Heidelberg Catechism Lord's day 35 Text: 2 Kings 18.1-8 Sermon: "Kings of Worship" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 326 – Savior, Again to Thy Dear Name We Raise *Benediction *Doxology: 493 – Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able -------- 2 Kings 18.1-8 Kings of Worship Heidelberg Catechism Lord's day 35 Theme: Proper worship requires continual Word-driven reform 1. The Kingly office of Christ is still exercised a. First and foremost over corporate worship b. The easy targets will be identified and excised 2. Exercising this office requires unbroken commitment a. To the Whole Counsel of God b. To confront all sinful practices
[05/04/2025 AM] -   “When Fire Fell” - 1 Kings 18:16-46  /  Series: Morning Sermons - OL URC
42:56
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[05/04/2025 AM] - “When Fire Fell” - 1 Kings 18:16-46 / Series: Morning Sermons - OL URC

Title: [05/04/2025 AM] - “When Fire Fell” - 1 Kings 18:16-46 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Morning Sermons - OL URC Date: May 4, 2025 Bible: 1 Kings 18:16-46; 1 Kings 18:20-40 As we gather on the Lord's day upcoming we will spend the day with the Kings - 1st and 2nd Kings, that is. The morning brings us to 1 Kings 18.20-40 under the theme: We humble ourselves before the Lord since the powers of this world are as nothing. It is good to have our perspective about life reset by the One Who is grand and glorious. ------ May 4, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 89 – Within Thy Temple, Lord WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 114 – Praise Waits for Thee in Zion WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 84 – God Is Our Refuge and Our Strength Scripture Reading: 1 Kings 18.16-46 Text: 1 Kings 18.20-40 Message: "When Fire Fell" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 151 – In Thy Heritage, the Heathen *Benediction *Doxology: 296.1, 3 – Thrice Blest Be Jehovah Piano Postlude *Please stand if able --------- 1 Kings 18.20-40 When Fire Fell Theme: We humble ourselves before the Lord since the powers of this world are as nothing 1. Humbled, and of a single heart 2. Humbled to have only One God 3. None can fail to see what is about to happen 4. Soli Deo Gloria
[04/27/2025 PM] -  “Who Is First?” - Deuteronomy 6:5  /  Series: Heidelberg Catechism
44:25
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[04/27/2025 PM] - “Who Is First?” - Deuteronomy 6:5 / Series: Heidelberg Catechism

Title: [04/27/2025 PM] - “Who Is First?” - Deuteronomy 6:5 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Heidelberg Catechism Date: April 27, 2025 Bible: Deuteronomy 6:1-9; Deuteronomy 6:5 Pray for an understanding of Deuteronomy 6.5 with Lord's Day 34 to know the implications of the first commandment and putting God first in everyday life. ------- April 27, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE April 27, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting * Opening Hymn: 286 – With Grateful Heart My Thanks I Bring *Nicene Creed in Unison – page 4 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 491 – Gloria Patri Responsive Reading of Proverbs 4 Hymn of Response: 409 – Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 296.1-4, 7, 8 – Thrice Blest Be Jehovah Responsive Reading of Proverbs 4 Scripture Reading: Deuteronomy 6.1-9 Confessional Reading: Lord's Day 34 Text: Deuteronomy 6.5 Sermon: "Who Is First?" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 402 – Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken *Benediction *Doxology: 490 – Praise Ye the Lord, Ye Hosts Above Organ Postlude ----------- * Deuteronomy 6.5 Who is first? Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 34 Theme: Faith strives to an unchallenged love for God 1. Faith does not adulterate itself 2. Faith fixes on Him from the depth of our being 3. Faith fights all to do His will
04/27/2025 AM] - “When They Ask” - Deuteronomy 6:20-25
37:08
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

04/27/2025 AM] - “When They Ask” - Deuteronomy 6:20-25

Title: [04/27/2025 AM] - “When They Ask” - Deuteronomy 6:20-25 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Date: April 27, 2025 Bible: Deuteronomy 6; Deuteronomy 6:20-25 We each know and can testify to the goodness of our God. We certainly experienced His kindness on Good Friday and Easter last week. Now we plan to come again and attend to His worship. Pray that His Spirit would rightly prepare our hearts for those glorious hours spent together in His house. Pray for understanding and delight in Deuteronomy 6.20-25 in the morning. From this text we learn how to answer our children when they ask why we raise them as covenant children. In every age this is very significant - and our culture and times make it a very important Biblical truth to learn. ------- April 27, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 311 – We Praise Thee, O God WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 252 – Thy Wonderous Testimonies, Lord WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 140 – O God, How Good Thou Art Scripture Reading: Deuteronomy 6 Text: Deuteronomy 6.20-25 Message: "When They Ask" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 318 – Holy, Holy, Holy *Benediction *Doxology: 487 – May the Grace of Christ Our Savior Piano Postlude *Please stand if able ----- Deuteronomy 6.20-25 When They Ask Theme: Covenant child-rearing creates and answers their question, "Why this life?" 1. Creating the question: Why would they ask? 2. The first answer: Look what God has done 3. The second answer: Listen to what God has commanded
[04/20/2025 PM] - “What Witnesses Expect Today” - Acts 13.42-52  /  Series: He Lays Down His Life
37:13
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[04/20/2025 PM] - “What Witnesses Expect Today” - Acts 13.42-52 / Series: He Lays Down His Life

Title: [04/20/2025 PM] - “What Witnesses Expect Today” - Acts 13.42-52 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: He Lays Down His Life Date: April 20, 2025 Bible: Acts 13:42-52; Acts 13:48 Our sermons will be from Acts 13. In the morning Acts 13.13-41 (text 32, 33) and in the evening Acts 13.42-52. We have truth to tell and we need to know what to expect will be the results of that truth. May the Lord bless us together in His house. Easter Sunday April 20, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting * Opening Hymn: 364 – The Day of Resurrection *Apostles' Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 360 – Alleluia! Alleluia! Responsive Reading of Isaiah 46.1-7 (all 6, 7) Hymn of Response: 120 – Come, All Ye People, Bless Our God Congregational Prayer Offering: Evangelical Child and Family Ministries WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 404 – Lord, Speak to me, That I May Speak Scripture Reading: Acts 13.42-52 Text: Acts 13.48 Sermon: "What Witnesses Expect Today" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 387 – I Sought the Lord, and Afterward I Knew *Benediction *Doxology: 488 – Now Blessed Be Jehovah God Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able -------- Acts 13.48 What Witnesses Expect Today Theme: When the gospel is preached, some reject while others repent 1. In both cases, the gospel is the same 2. All who reject do so because they want to 3. Those who believe do so because God willed it
[04/20/2025 AM] - “What Witnesses Tell Today” -  Acts 13.13-41  /  Series: He Lays Down His Life
40:35
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[04/20/2025 AM] - “What Witnesses Tell Today” - Acts 13.13-41 / Series: He Lays Down His Life

Title: [04/20/2025 AM] - “What Witnesses Tell Today” - Matthew 28.1-10; Acts 13.13-41 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: He Lays Down His Life Date: April 20, 2025 Bible: Acts 13:13-41; Matthew 28:1-10 Our sermons will be from Acts 13. In the morning Acts 13.13-41 (text 32, 33) and in the evening Acts 13.42-52. We have truth to tell and we need to know what to expect will be the results of that truth. May the Lord bless us together in His house. Easter Sunday April 20, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 356 – Christ the Lord Is Risen Today WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Public Profession of Faith of Mr. Chistopher Thomas Hymn of Response: 388 – Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: Support for church in Kisii Kenya (Please place your offering in the basket in back of sanctuary) WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 82 – A Goodly Theme is Mine Scripture Reading: Matthew 28.1-10; Acts 13.13-41 Text: Acts 13.32-33a Message: "What Witnesses Tell Today" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 357 – Low in the Grave He Lay *Benediction *Doxology: 310 – Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Piano Postlude *Please stand if able ----------- Acts 13.32-33a What Witnesses Tell Today Theme: The gospel Word we tell the world-in-death is resurrection-in-Jesus Christ 1. We know because we have been told 2. God's promise is fulfilled for us 3. The gospel Word is spoken: Resurrection!
[04/13/2025 PM]  - "Cleansing for a Place with God"  - Luke 19:45-48 / Series: He Lays Down His Life
29:55
First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[04/13/2025 PM] - "Cleansing for a Place with God" - Luke 19:45-48 / Series: He Lays Down His Life

Title: [04/13/2025 PM] - "Cleansing for a Place with God" - Luke 19:45-48 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: He Lays Down His Life Date: April 13, 2025 Bible: Luke 19:45-48 It is time to turn our attention to the events surrounding the work of Jesus for our salvation. This Sunday we will draw gold from Luke 19. In the evening His work of temple cleansing - Luke 19.45-48. The context of both passages is important so for preparatory reading look at Luke 19.11-27 and Jeremiah 7.1-29. ------ April 13, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting * Opening Hymn: 114 – Praise Waits for Thee in Zion *Apostles' Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 196 (Red) – Glory Be to God on High Responsive Reading of Jeremiah 7.1-11 Hymn of Response:119.1, 4 – O All Ye Peoples, Bless Our God Congregational Prayer Offering: Crossroads Bible Ministry WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 126.1, 6-9 – Save Me, O God Responsive Reading of Jeremiah 7.1-11 Scripture Reading: Luke 19.45-48 Text: Luke 19.45-48 Sermon: "Cleansing For A Place with God" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 441 – Jesus, Priceless Treasure *Benediction *Doxology: 487 – May the Grace of Christ Our Savior Organ Postlude --------- Luke 19.45-48 Cleansing for a Place with God Theme: Jesus enters and cleanses the House of prayer, for joy 1. The temple is the center of the royal city 2. The center, for prayer, needed to be cleansed of worldliness 3. While He is doing good, allied satanic forces were seeking his demise 4. Yet there was joy in the center, for the Word of life was there!
[04/13/2025 AM]  - “Behold Your King!” - Luke 19:28-44  /  Series: He Lays Down His Life
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First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[04/13/2025 AM] - “Behold Your King!” - Luke 19:28-44 / Series: He Lays Down His Life

Title: [04/13/2025 AM] - “Behold Your King!” - Luke 19:28-44 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: He Lays Down His Life Date: April 13, 2025 Bible: Luke 19:28-44 It is time to turn our attention to the events surrounding the work of Jesus for our salvation. This Sunday we will draw gold from Luke 19. In the morning it will be His triumphal entry - Luke 19.28-44 and in the evening His work of temple cleansing - Luke 19.45-48. The context of both passages is important so for preparatory reading look at Luke 19.11-27 and Jeremiah 7.1-29. ------ April 13, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 348 – All Glory, Laud, and Honor WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 152 – Remember Not, O God WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: General Fund (Please place your offering in the basket in back of sanctuary) WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 125 (Red) Ride On, Ride On, O Savior King Scripture Reading: Luke 19.28-44 Text: Luke 19.28-44 Message: "Behold Your King!" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 349 – Hosanna, Loud Hosanna *Benediction *Doxology: 301.4 – Hallelujah, Praise Jehovah Piano Postlude *Please stand if able ------ Luke 19.28-44 Behold Your King! Theme: The Majestic King manages His Own entry to the royal city 1. He sets the Scriptural stage 2. He parades down royal road 3. He allows the Messianic proclamations 4. He prosecutes their future rejection
[03/30/2025 PM]  - Struck Down, But Not Destroyed - 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 Comfort in a World of Pain
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First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[03/30/2025 PM] - Struck Down, But Not Destroyed - 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 Comfort in a World of Pain

Title: [03/30/2025 PM] - “Struck Down, But Not Destroyed” - 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 Speaker: Rev. Ted Gray Series: Comfort in a World of Pain Date: March 30, 2025 Bible: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18; 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 We welcome our former pastor, Rev. Ted Gray in leading this evening's service. March 30, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Rev. Ted Gray Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Opening Hymn: 413 (blue) - I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say *Apostles' Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 200:4 (red) Holy God, We Praise Thy Name Responsive Reading of Psalm 90 Hymn of Response: 176 (blue) – O God, Our Help in Ages Past WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: Tepayac Christian School ----- WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Responsive Reading of Psalm 90 Scripture Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 Text: 2 Corinthians 4:8, 9 Sermon: "Struck Down, But Not Destroyed" ----- Prayer of Application *Hymn: 445 (blue) - When Peace Like a River *Benediction *Doxology: 473:1-3 (blue) – God Be with You till We Meet Again Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able -------- We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. – 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 "Struck Down, But Not Destroyed" 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 I. The Bible warns us that there are many troubles in life (Job 5:6-7; Psalm 90:10; John 16:33). These troubles include: 1) Being hard pressed – afflicted (8a) 2) Being perplexed (8b) 3) Being persecuted (9a) 4) Being struck down (9b) II. How we are to persevere amid troubles: 1) By saving faith in Christ (13) 2) By the knowledge of Jesus' resurrection (14) and our identity with Him in life and in death (10-11) 3) By considering that our troubles are light and momentary compared to the eternal glory for all who, by
LIVE STREAM [03/30/2025 PM]  - “Struck Down, But Not Destroyed”
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Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

LIVE STREAM [03/30/2025 PM] - “Struck Down, But Not Destroyed”

We welcome our former pastor, Rev. Ted Gray in leading this evening’s service. March 30, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Rev. Ted Gray Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God’s Blessing Call to Worship *God’s Greeting *Opening Hymn: 413 (blue) - I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say *Apostles’ Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 200:4 (red) Holy God, We Praise Thy Name Responsive Reading of Psalm 90 Hymn of Response: 176 (blue) – O God, Our Help in Ages Past WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: Tepayac Christian School ----- WE HEAR GOD’S WORD *Responsive Reading of Psalm 90 Scripture Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 Text: 2 Corinthians 4:8, 9 Sermon: “Struck Down, But Not Destroyed” ----- Prayer of Application *Hymn: 445 (blue) - When Peace Like a River *Benediction *Doxology: 473:1-3 (blue) – God Be with You till We Meet Again Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able -------- We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. – 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 “Struck Down, But Not Destroyed” 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 I. The Bible warns us that there are many troubles in life (Job 5:6-7; Psalm 90:10; John 16:33). These troubles include: 1) Being hard pressed – afflicted (8a) 2) Being perplexed (8b) 3) Being persecuted (9a) 4) Being struck down (9b) II. How we are to persevere amid troubles: 1) By saving faith in Christ (13) 2) By the knowledge of Jesus’ resurrection (14) and our identity with Him in life and in death (10-11) 3) By considering that our troubles are light and momentary compared to the eternal glory for all who, by
LIVE STREAM [03/23/2025 PM]  Living Fruitfully in Plain Sight - 2 Peter 1:1-11
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Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

LIVE STREAM [03/23/2025 PM] Living Fruitfully in Plain Sight - 2 Peter 1:1-11

In the evening we take up 2 Peter 1.1-11 and the first Lord's day of the third section of the Catechism. By grace, godliness is our response to what God has done for us. There is much help in His Word here. --------- March 23, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God’s Blessing Call to Worship *God’s Greeting * Opening Hymn: 111 – O Lord, My God, Most Earnestly *Apostles’ Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 324 – God Himself Is with Us Responsive Reading of Psalm 72 Hymn of Response: 135 – Christ Shall Have Dominion Congregational Prayer Offering: Divine Hope Seminary (Prison Ministries) WE HEAR GOD’S WORD *Hymn: 452 – Have Thine Own Way, Lord Responsive Reading of Psalm 72 Scripture Reading: 2 Peter 1:1-11 Confessional Reading: Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 32 Text: 2 Peter 1:1-11 Sermon: “Living Fruitfully in Plain Sight” Prayer of Application *Hymn: 456 – Jesus, I My Cross Have Taken *Benediction *Doxology: 488 – Now Blessed Be Jehovah God Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able -------- 2 Peter 1.1-11 Living Faithfully in Plain Sight Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 32 Theme: The Lord calls the saved to be diligent in exercising godliness 1. Be diligent to know what has been given to you, vs 1-4 2. Be diligent to grow in the things given to you, vs 5-7 3. Be diligent to probe your life for what is given the Christian, vs 8-11
[03/23/2025 AM] - “Children Need to be Trained” - Proverbs 22.6
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First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[03/23/2025 AM] - “Children Need to be Trained” - Proverbs 22.6

Title: [03/23/2025 AM] - “Children Need to be Trained” - Proverbs 22.6 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Morning Sermons - OL URC Date: March 23, 2025 Bible: Proverbs 22:6 As we gather today for corporate worship we will do so with great thanksgiving to our God and under His Word at Proverbs 22.6. It is very important and helpful to know what the Lord says about raising our children (and influencing our grandchildren!), expecting they will learn to delight in Him like we do. Grace leads! ------- March 23, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 138 – In Sweet Communion, Lord, With Thee WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 354 – Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: General Fund WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 237 – How Shall the Young Direct Their Way? Scripture Reading: Proverbs 22.6 Text: Proverbs 22.6a Message: "Children Need to be Trained" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 417 – Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us *Benediction *Doxology: 490 – Praise Ye the Lord, Ye Hosts Above Piano Postlude *Please stand if able --------- Proverbs 22.6a Children Need to be Trained Theme: It is absolutely necessary that every covenant family obey this command 1. This command is based on an authority structure 2. This command is based on a necessity 3. This command requires authority 4. This command requires accepting the necessity
LIVE STREAM - [03/23/2025 AM] - “Children Need to be Trained” - Proverbs 22.6
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Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

LIVE STREAM - [03/23/2025 AM] - “Children Need to be Trained” - Proverbs 22.6

Title: [03/23/2025 AM] - “Children Need to be Trained” - Proverbs 22.6 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: Morning Sermons - OL URC Date: March 23, 2025 Bible: Proverbs 22:6 As we gather today for corporate worship we will do so with great thanksgiving to our God and under His Word at Proverbs 22.6. It is very important and helpful to know what the Lord says about raising our children (and influencing our grandchildren!), expecting they will learn to delight in Him like we do. Grace leads! ------- March 23, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 138 – In Sweet Communion, Lord, With Thee WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 354 – Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: General Fund WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 237 – How Shall the Young Direct Their Way? Scripture Reading: Proverbs 22.6 Text: Proverbs 22.6a Message: "Children Need to be Trained" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 417 – Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us *Benediction *Doxology: 490 – Praise Ye the Lord, Ye Hosts Above Piano Postlude *Please stand if able --------- Proverbs 22.6a Children Need to be Trained Theme: It is absolutely necessary that every covenant family obey this command 1. This command is based on an authority structure 2. This command is based on a necessity 3. This command requires authority 4. This command requires accepting the necessity
LIVE STREAM - [03/16/2025 AM] - "1st Expeditionary Force" - Mark 16:9-20
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Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

LIVE STREAM - [03/16/2025 AM] - "1st Expeditionary Force" - Mark 16:9-20

We return to the house of the Lord under His Word this Lord's Day to sing His praises and fellowship together as His people. In the morning we will have our very last sermon in the book of Mark. We take up the proper ending of Mark - 16. 9-20 with the sermon title "1st Expeditionary Force" to find much important truth for the church today. It is a great blessing to have the whole book of Mark and to come to the conclusion this Sunday. --------- March 16, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God’s Greeting *Hymn: 232 – O Praise the Lord, for He Is Good WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 246 – My Soul for Thy Salvation Faints WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: WE HEAR GOD’S WORD *Hymn: 465 – Am I a Soldier of the Cross? Scripture Reading: Mark 16.9-20 Text: Mark 16.9-20 Message: “1st Expeditionary Force” Prayer of Application *Hymn: 466 – Onward, Christian Soldiers *Benediction *Doxology: 325 – Lord, Dismiss Us with Thy Blessing Piano Postlude *Please stand if able ----------- Mark 16.9-20 1st Expeditionary Force Theme: The Lord sent out the first wave of His army with instructions for the time before the Canon was complete 1. The Lord rebukes His fearful, disbelieving army 2. The Lord sent out His army to teardown strongholds by preaching 3. The Lord sent out His army with signs for that particular age 4. The enthroned Lord still works through us to conquer with His gospel
[03/09/2025 PM] - “God Came Down in Love for Life” - 1 John 4:9-11  /  Series: He Lays Down His Life
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First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[03/09/2025 PM] - “God Came Down in Love for Life” - 1 John 4:9-11 / Series: He Lays Down His Life

Title: [03/09/2025 PM] - “God Came Down in Love for Life” - 1 John 4:9-11 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Series: He Lays Down His Life Date: March 9, 2025 Bible: 1 John 4:9-11; Philippians 2:1-11 After our fellowship meal we will be fed from 1 John 4.9-11 to note well why God came down. Let's make a plan to tell each other of our love for them and to engage in energetic heart-full worship of God in both services ---- March 9, 2025 AFTERNOON WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God's Blessing Call to Worship *God's Greeting * Opening Hymn: 192 – Unto God Our Savior *Nicene Creed in Unison – page 4 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 491 – Gloria Patri Responsive Reading of Philippians 2.1-11 (all, 9-11) Hymn of Response: 376 – O Christ, Our Hope, Our Heart's Desire Congregational Prayer Offering: Southside Pregnancy Center (Please place your offering in the basket in back of sanctuary) WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 330 – O Jesus, We Adore Thee Responsive Reading of Philippians 2.1-11 (all, 9-11) Scripture Reading: 1 John 4.9-11 Text: 1 John 4.9-11 Sermon: "God Came Down in Love for Life" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 329 – O Love of God, How Strong and True *Benediction *Doxology: 231 – Praise Jehovah, All Ye Nations Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able ----------- 1 John 4.9-11 God Came Down in Love for Life Theme: God sent His Son to make us the accepted in Him 1. The Father sent His Son, in love, for life 2. The Son came down from heaven for our salvation 3. The Son came to bear God's wrath against our sins 4. The Father sent His son, in love for love
LIVE STREAM  - [03/09/2025 PM] - “God Came Down in Love for Life” - 1 John 4:9-11
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Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

LIVE STREAM - [03/09/2025 PM] - “God Came Down in Love for Life” - 1 John 4:9-11

After our fellowship meal we will be fed from 1 John 4.9-11 to note well why God came down. Let's make a plan to tell each other of our love for them and to engage in energetic heart-full worship of God in both services ---- March 9, 2025 AFTERNOON WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God’s Blessing Call to Worship *God’s Greeting * Opening Hymn: 192 – Unto God Our Savior *Nicene Creed in Unison – page 4 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 491 – Gloria Patri Responsive Reading of Philippians 2.1-11 (all, 9-11) Hymn of Response: 376 – O Christ, Our Hope, Our Heart’s Desire Congregational Prayer Offering: Southside Pregnancy Center (Please place your offering in the basket in back of sanctuary) WE HEAR GOD’S WORD *Hymn: 330 – O Jesus, We Adore Thee Responsive Reading of Philippians 2.1-11 (all, 9-11) Scripture Reading: 1 John 4.9-11 Text: 1 John 4.9-11 Sermon: “God Came Down in Love for Life” Prayer of Application *Hymn: 329 – O Love of God, How Strong and True *Benediction *Doxology: 231 – Praise Jehovah, All Ye Nations Organ Postlude *Please Stand if able ----------- 1 John 4.9-11 God Came Down in Love for Life Theme: God sent His Son to make us the accepted in Him 1. The Father sent His Son, in love, for life 2. The Son came down from heaven for our salvation 3. The Son came to bear God’s wrath against our sins 4. The Father sent His son, in love for love
[03/09/2025 AM] - "The Restorer of Our Soul" - Psalm 23
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First United Reformed Church of Oak Lawn

[03/09/2025 AM] - "The Restorer of Our Soul" - Psalm 23

Title: [03/09/2025 AM] - "The Restorer of Our Soul" - Psalm 23 Speaker: Rev. Harold Miller Date: March 9, 2025 On the Lord's day upcoming we plan to worship the Lord under Word and sacrament. We have been preparing for this day. The morning "Word" will be Psalm 23. We need that Word ------ March 9, 2025 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Silent Prayer Call to Worship *God's Greeting *Hymn: 267 – All Who with Heart Confiding WE CONFESS OUR SINS, GOD RESTORES US Reading of the Law of God Confession and Assurance Hymn of Response: 44 – Lord, I Lift My Soul to Thee WE THANK GOD WITH OUR PRAYERS AND GIFTS Congregational Prayer Offering: General Fund (Please place your offering in the basket in back of sanctuary) WE HEAR GOD'S WORD *Hymn: 40 – The Lord My Shepherd Holds Me Scripture Reading: Psalm 23 Text: Psalm 23 Message: "The Restorer of Our Souls" Prayer of Application *Hymn: 38 – The Lord's My Shepherd Celebration of the Lord's Supper *Hymn: 39.1-3 My Shepherd Is the Lord *Benediction *Doxology: 39.4, 5 My Shepherd Is the Lord Piano Postlude *Please stand if able -------- Psalm 23 The Restorer of Our Soul Theme: In the midst of the griefs of life our God in Christ restores our soul 1. Our preliminary confidence is in God as Shepherd 2. Every positive line of the Psalm is a God work 3. In our real hardships, we need His restorative work 4. So comfort and peace come as a gift from God
LIVE STREAM  - [03/02/2025 PM] - “Justified Through Faith Alone: Believe God!” - Romans 4:1-8
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Oak Lawn United Reformed Church

LIVE STREAM - [03/02/2025 PM] - “Justified Through Faith Alone: Believe God!” - Romans 4:1-8

In the evening we are reminded of the great blessing of justification through faith alone from Romans 4.1-8. In different ways, each time of worship around these texts and issues will bless and strengthen us in Jesus. May His ministry continue to richly bless you. ----- MARCH 2, 2025 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Organ Prelude to the Worship Service Prayer for God’s Blessing Call to Worship *God’s Greeting * Opening Hymn: 190 – Sing a New Song to Jehovah *Apostles’ Creed in Unison – page 3 in back of Psalter Hymnal *Hymn of Response: 316 – Now Thank We All Our God Responsive Reading of Psalm 144 Hymn of Response: 296.1-4, 7, 8 – Thrice Blest Be Jehovah Congregational Prayer Offering: Reformed Youth Services WE HEAR GOD’S WORD *Hymn: 331 (Red) O What a Wonderful, Wonderful Day Responsive Reading of Psalm 144 Scripture Reading: Romans 4.1-8 Text: Romans 4:1-8 Sermon: “Justified Through Faith Alone: Believe God!” Prayer of Application *Hymn: 55 – How Blest Is He Whose Trespass *Benediction *Doxology: 493 – Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Organ Postlude -------- Romans 4.1-8 Justified Through Faith Alone: Believe God! Theme: God justified ungodly ones through faith alone – believe Him! 1. Abraham’s works did not make him right - believe God 2. Imputed righteousness is what makes us right – believe God 3. That alien righteousness comes through faith alone – believe God!
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