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Oct 15, 2023

"Jesus' Not-of-this World Kingdom" (part 1 of 2)

Passage: John 18:28-40

Preacher: Pastor Tony Phelps

Series: An Exposition of John

Category: John

Summary:

Main Text - John 18:28-40, OT Reading - Psalm 2:1-12, NT Reading - John 18:28-40

Detail:

LIVING HOPE OPC ORDER OF WORSHIP

Sunday, October 15th, 2023 at 10:45 AM

Opening Song – Jesus Shall Reign

Announcements

Gospel Greeting – To the church of God . . . with all the saints . . . Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.          2 Cor. 1:1b-2

Call to Worship Song – All Hail King Jesus

Call to Worship – If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. – Colossians 3:1-2

Prayer of Adoration & Invocation

Hymn of Praise – NTH 310 – Rejoice the Lord Is King

Reading of the Law – Luke 10:25-28

(Silent Confession of Sin)

Corporate Confession of Sin – Most holy and merciful Father, we acknowledge and confess before you our sinful nature – prone to evil and slothful in good – and all our shortcomings and offenses against you. You alone know how often we have sinned in wandering from your ways, in wasting your gifts, in forgetting your love. O Lord, have mercy on us, who are ashamed and sorry for all the ways we have displeased you. Teach us to hate our errors, cleanse us from our secret faults, and forgive our sins for the sake of your dear Son. And O most holy and loving Father, send your purifying grace into our hearts, we beseech you, that we may henceforth live in your light and walk in your ways, according to the commandments of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Declaration of Pardon – But he was wounded for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.    Isa. 53:5-6

Exhortation to Give – Jesus says, “Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”  Luke 6:38

Collection with Prayer (Offertory: NTH 369 – Shout for the Blessed Jesus Reigns)

Doxology – NTH 731

Pastoral Prayer

Medley: NTH 353 – I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord / I Exalt Thee

Scripture Readings – OT: Psalm 2 / NT: John 18:28-40

Prayer for Illumination

Sermon – An Exposition of John 18:28-40: “Jesus’ Not-of-this World Kingdom”

King Jesus bears witness to Pilate concerning His kingdom and ultimate Truth:

1. The King and His character. (John 18:28-32)

        a. Counter slander about King Jesus – He is accursed for us.

2. The King and His kingdom. (John 18:33-36)

        a. Clarify the nature of Jesus’ kingdom – His rule is spiritual and eternal.

3. The King and the Truth. (John 18:37-40)

        a. Confess the Truth of King Jesus – He is the Truth and dies in the place of rebels.

Prayer of Application

Psalm of Response – O Wherefore Do the Nations Rage (Psalm 2)

Benediction – Now may the God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in us that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen. Hebrews 13:20-21

 

Announcements – Week of 10/15/2023

1. Prayer for Revival – On Tuesday morning, October 17th, Pastor Phelps will be leading prayer here at the church from 8:00 – 8:45 AM. All are welcome!

2. Bible Study followed by a time of prayer is Wednesday evening at 7 PM, in the large Sunday school room! All are welcome to join!

3. Women’s Bible Study is starting a study from New Growth Press, Ecclesiastes: Living in Light of Eternity. This will take place at the church at 10 AM this Thursday, October 19th. The other fall dates include 11/2, and 11/16. All women are invited to attend!

4. Men’s Breakfast will be here at the church Saturday, October 21st at 8:30 AM. All men are invited to attend as we continue the study of the book of Daniel.

5. New Members Class (in seven sessions) - Pastor Phelps will be offering a new members class beginning Tuesday, October 24th at 7 PM. Please talk to him if you're interested and/or if Tuesdays will not work for you.

6. Apologetics Movie Night will be October 29th at 6:30 PM at Living Hope. We will be showing "Luther" followed by comments/discussion! All are welcome! Feel free to bring friends and snacks! Popcorn will be provided!

7. The Reformation Party is scheduled for Wednesday, November 1st at 6 PM. All ages are welcome! Invite your family, neighbors, friends, grandchildren, etc! A “kid friendly” meal will be served followed by games that teach the truths of the Reformation. (Remember to wear long pants for the “knee race”). Please use the SIGN UP sheet so we can get a fairly accurate count!

8. A reminder: October is Pastor Appreciation Month!