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With God we shall do valiantlyTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 60

"He will tend his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms; he will carry them inhis bosom, and gently lead those that are with young". - Isaiah 40:11 Pre-service Song: Psalm 121:1, 2 Votum and SalutationPsalm 23 10 Words of the CovenantHymn 37:1 PrayerScripture Reading: Deuteronomy 1:19-33 Philippians 1:27-30 Revelation 19:11-16 Psalm 28:4, 5 Sermon Text: Deuteronomy 1:29-31 The King of Kings and Lord of Lords Carries His Church Like a Parent Carrying a Child1. Your Calling2. Your ComfortIn Christ Alone Profession of Faith: Cindy Bosch, Linda Chan(with baptism), Miriam de Boer, Kendra de Haan,Hanna Jagersma, Danielle Kolkman, Brennan Leffers, Jesse Stel, Zack Stiksma, Royson vanBeek, Zach Vande Burgt, Kayden Van OrizandeResponse: Psalm 134:3 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingYet Not I But Through Christ In Me BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Deuteronomy 1:29–31Deuteronomy 1:19–33Philippians 1:27–30Revelation 19:11–16

Our Lord ate with his chosen witnesses after he rose from the dead. Confirming, 1. His flesh and blood 2. His friendship and blessingTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Luke 24:36–43Luke 24:1–12Luke 24:28–351 Corinthians 15:1–11

The Signs Accompanying Christ's Death Confirm Our Redemption from God's Curse1. The Curtain of the Temple is Torn in Two2. The Bodies of the Saints are Raised3. The Corpse of our Lord was Buried with HonourTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 27:51–61Matthew 27:32–50

Christ Is Not the King the Crowds Wanted But The King We Need 1. He Was Cheered as a King He Wasn't 2. He Was Jeered as the King He WasTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 21:1–11Matthew 27:27–31Matthew 20:17–34Matthew 21:12–17Matthew 27:11–26

Display Text: "And now, Lord, look upon their threats and grant to your servants to continue to speak your word with all boldness" - Acts 4:29 Pre-service Song: Psalm 104:1, 5, 6, 12 Votum and SalutationPsalm 95:1, 2, 310 Words of the CovenantPsalm 15PrayerScripture Reading: Mark 6:1-15 Matthew 10:16-42 Psalm 2:1, 2 Sermon Text: Mark 6:16-29 John the Baptizer, whom Herod beheaded, has been raised.We will see,1. The Cost of Following Christ2. The Comfort for Followers of ChristHymn 51Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 69 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Mark 6:16–29Mark 6:1–15Matthew 10:16–42

Display Text: "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus". - Romans 8:1 Pre-service Song: Psalm 65:1, 2 Votum and SalutationPsalm 24 (Page 51, In the Book of Praise)Profession of Faith: Hymn 1PrayerScripture Reading: Psalm 130 2 Corinthians 5:11-6:2 Psalm 32:1, 2, 3 Sermon Text: Lord's Day 21 (Q/A 56)God Uses Christ's Record to Judge the Members of his Body.1. Christ's Payment for Sin2. Christ's Perfect Love3. Christ's Peace with the FatherHymn 63:6 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingPsalm 103:1, 2, 4 BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 21Psalm 1302 Corinthians 5:11—6:2

Display Text: Behold my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen, in whom my soul delights; I have put my Spirit upon him; he will bring forth justice to the nations.Pre-service Song: Psalm 23 Votum and SalutationPsalm 147:1, 210 Words of the CovenantPsalm 119:12, 40 PrayerScripture Reading: John 1:29-34 Psalm 40:3 Sermon Text: Matthew 3:13-17 The Triune God Reveals he is Pleased to Save Repentant Sinners1. The Father's Voice from Heaven2. The Son's Humble Baptism3. The Spirit's Dove-like DescentHymn 23 Baptism: Peter Rochon Profession of Faith: Peter and Jem Rochon, Helina Mengesha Response: Psalm 134:3 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 8 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 3:13–17John 1:29–34

"Display Text: For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function,so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another". - Romans 12:4-5Pre-service Song: Psalm 100 Votum and SalutationPsalm 103:7, 8, 9Profession of Faith: Apostle's Creed (Recited Together) Response: Hymn 9 Baptism: Lillian Sybil Tams Response: Hymn 56 PrayerScripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 12 Psalm 133Sermon Text: Lord's Day 21, Q/A 55 Every Christian is a Different Part of Christ's One Body.1. The Blessing of the Communion of Saints2. The Duties of the Saints in CommunionHymn 50 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingPsalm 16:1 BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 211 Corinthians 12

"I tell you, among those born of women none is greater than John. Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he". - Luke 7:28Pre-service Song: Psalm 5 Votum and SalutationPsalm 111:1 10 Words of the CovenantPsalm 86:1, 2 PrayerScripture Reading: Isaiah 35 Isaiah 61:1-4 Malachi 3:1-5 Malachi 4:1-6 Hymn 18:1 Sermon Text: Matthew 11:2-15 In Calling John the Baptizer “Elijah” Jesus Christ Reveals That,1. The Old Testament is Fulfilled2. The New Testament is HereHymn 43 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 31:2 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Matthew 11:2–15Isaiah 35Isaiah 61:1–4Malachi 3:1–5Malachi 4

The Church Sings to the LORD Amidst the Snarling of Enemy “Dogs”. 1. The LORD is our Shield 2. The LORD is our Shelter.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 59

Christians' bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. 1. The Lord is meant for the body 2. The body is meant for the LordTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 201 Corinthians 6:12–20

John the baptizer reveals the sandalled Saviour's winnowing work. 1. The good news: Christ baptizes with the Holy Spirit and fire 2. The exhortation: Bear fruits in keeping with repentanceTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Luke 3:7–18Isaiah 4:2—5:7Luke 7:18–30

The Father Governs All Things Through Christ, the Head of his Church 1. Christ is Seated at God's Right Hand 2. Christ Will Judge the Living and the DeadTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 19

John the Baptizer is Sent by God as the Herald of our Saviour! 1. The Witness 2. The Wilderness 3. The WayTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Luke 3:1–6Isaiah 40:1–11Luke 1:8–17Luke 1:67–80

The God we worship is God of the livingBecause of Christ's resurrection Christians have,1. New life before we die 2. Ongoing life after we dieTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 17Matthew 22:23–33Romans 6:1–141 Corinthians 15:12–20

The LORD brings his church together into the kingdom of his Son. 1. The LORD is our Shepherd 2. The LORD is our King 3. The LORD is our righteousnessTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 23:1–8Ezekiel 34:11–16Ezekiel 34:22–24John 10:14–30

Display Text: 1 Corinthians 15:55 “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?”Pre-service Song: Psalm 84:1, 3, 4 * Votum and Salutation * Psalm 30 * Profession of Faith: Hymn 1 Prayer Scripture Reading: Hebrews 2 Hymn 68:1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Sermon Text: Lord's Day 16, Heidelberg Catechism Christ Destroyed Him Who Holds The Power of Death 1. He Knows The Bitterness of Death 2. He Removes The Sting of Death * Before The Throne of God AboveThanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering * Hymn 68:6, 7, 8 * BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 16Hebrews 2

Display Text: Jeremiah 23:29 Is not my word like fire, declares the Lord, and like a hammer that breaks the rock in pieces? Preservice Song: Psalm 23 * Votum and Salutation * Psalm 134:1, 210 Words of the Covenant Psalm 128:1, 3 Prayer Scripture Reading: 2 Timothy 3:10 - 4:8 Psalm 34:1Sermon Text: Jeremiah 23:13-40God's Spirit works in our hearts through his Word like a hammer that breaks rock 1. The Danger of Human Rock-Polishing Lies 2. The Blessing of God's Rock-Breaking Word * Hymn 81 Thanksgiving Prayer Thanksgiving Offering * Psalm 134:3* BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 23:13–402 Timothy 3:10—4:8

God Put Forward Christ Jesus As a Propitiation (A Way to Appease His Wrath)1. A Gift of Grace2. Received by FaithTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Exodus 12:7–13Romans 3:19–26Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 15

Display Text: "They shall not hurt or destroy in all my holy mountain; for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the Lord as the waters cover the sea." - Isaiah 11:9 Pre-service Song: Psalm 42:1, 4, 5 Votum and SalutationPsalm 67:2 10 Words of the CovenantYour Law, O God, Is our Delight PrayerScripture Reading: Romans 12:9-13:8 Psalm 58 Sermon Text: Psalm 58 There is a God Who Judges on Earth.Psalm 94:8, 9, 10, 11 Form for the Celebration of Lord's Supper Profession of Faith: Hymn 1Song of Preparation: Hymn 59 Scripture Reading: Revelation 7:13-17 Song of Response: Hymn 69:3Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 70BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 58Romans 12:9—13:8

Text: Jeremiah 18:1-18; 19:1-2, 10-15When you humble yourself before God he will forgive your sins in Christ. 1. Hardened hearts are rejected 2. Softened hearts can be reworkedTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 18:1–18Jeremiah 19:1–2Jeremiah 19:10–15Romans 2:1–11Romans 9:18–29

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” - Luke 2:14 Preservice Song: “O Come All Ye Faithful”Votum and SalutationHymn 20 Profession of Faith: Apostle's Creed Joy to the World” PrayerScripture Reading: Luke 2:1-35 Hymn 21 Sermon Text: Luke 2:36 - 38 The Prophetess Anna Recognized God's Glory in the Baby Jesus.Our Lord Jesus is,1. Received in Faith2. Revealed with Thanksgiving3. Returning in Glory“Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 73 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Luke 2:36–38Luke 2:1–35

The Virgin Mary Gave Birth to the Son of GodWe Will See That His Birth Was1. Ordinary2. Extraordinary3. Life-changing!Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 14Luke 1:26–38

The Cloud of the LORD Filled His House on Earth.1. God's Glorious Presence2. God's Gracious Presence3. God's Greater PresenceTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Haggai 2:9Exodus 33:7–14Exodus 40:34–382 Chronicles 52 Chronicles 6:18–21

The Son of God made us His Own Possession 1. He is our Redeemer2. He is our LordTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 131 Peter 1:13–25

God reveals his presence in the heavens to his servants on earth1. Glimpses of God's glory in heaven2. Glimmers of God's glory on earthTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Luke 2:9John 1:9Exodus 24:9–18Isaiah 6:1–8Ezekiel 1:22–28Revelation 4

Christians have been chosen from eternity to be part of God's everlasting family.1. Through the Only-Begotten Son2. Like the Only-Begotten SonTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 13John 1:1–18

The LORD Responds in Grace to Christ our Mediator's Pleas.We will see,1. His Warning for the Proud2. His Sympathy for the Suffering3. His Promise of DeliveranceTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 13—16Jeremiah 13:15–27Jeremiah 14:7—15:1

Christians show they share in Christ's anointing1. The Christian confession2. The Christian commitment3. The Christian causeTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 12Colossians 3:1—4:4

The LORD fulfils all the promises of his covenant that you received. 1. He punishes the hard-hearted 2. He preserves the humbleTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 11:3–5Jeremiah 12:16–17Jeremiah 11—12Hebrews 6:4–12

God has brought a Saviour, Jesus, as he promised (Acts 13:23)Through whom we have,1. Forgiveness2. FreedomTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 11Acts 13:4–52

God sends out his love and faithfulness and delivers us from the evil one.1. You can take refuge in the shadow of his wings2. You can awaken the dawn with thanksgivingTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 57

"For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things tocome, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord". - Romans 8:38-39Pre-service Song: Psalm 32:3, 5 Votum and SalutationPsalm 66:1, 4, 5 Profession of Faith: Apostle's Creed (Recited Together) Hymn 7:1 PrayerScripture Reading: Proverbs 16:1-9 Psalm 37:1, 13, 16 Sermon Text: Lord's Day 10, Heidelberg Catechism By his providence the LORD ensures that his church will be preserved to salvation.The Teaching of God's Providence Assures Us Of,1. God's Sovereign Power2. God's Gracious Purpose3. God's Certain ProvisionResponse: “When Peace Like a River” Preparation for the Celebration of Lord's Supper Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 65Time:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Proverbs 16:1–9Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 10

Display Text: "Therefore you are great, O Lord God. For there is none like you, and there is no God besides you, according to all that we have heard with our ears". - 2 Samuel 7:22Pre-service Song: Psalm 77:5 Votum and SalutationPsalm 135:1, 2, 3 10 Words of the CovenantPsalm 97:3, 4, 5 PrayerScripture Reading: Jeremiah 10 Psalm 35:1, 4, 11 Sermon Text: Jeremiah 10 The LORD Directs The Steps of Those Who Fear His Great Name.He is the1. True God (v. Stationary Scarecrows)2. Everlasting King (v. Stupid Shepherds)Psalm 135:6, 7, 8, 10 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingPsalm 99:1, 2, 3 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 10

The Universe is a Perfect Gift from our Almighty FatherTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 9Ecclesiastes 11:1—12:1Acts 14:8–18

Boast in the LORD for he saved you by grace to walk in his ways.He leads you through Jeremiah's message to,1. Understand Him2. Know HimTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 7:1–11Jeremiah 9:23–26Proverbs 2:1–15

God Uses Jeremiah's Prophecy to Test the Metals Among His People.1. Rejected Silver2. Refining Fire3. Righteous SaviourTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 4:5—6:30Jeremiah 4:5–8Jeremiah 4:13–19Jeremiah 5:1–6Jeremiah 5:11–31Jeremiah 6:13–21

The Marvel of Outstanding Christian Faith!Such Faith,1. Believes in the Authority of God's Voice2. Is Found in the Citizens of God's KingdomTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 7Matthew 8:5–13Luke 7:1–10

"Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it". - John 14:13-14Preservice Song: Psalm 46:2 (Alternate Melody)Votum and SalutationPsalm 67:1 10 Words of the CovenantPsalm 81:6, 7, 8, 9, 11 PrayerScripture Reading: Luke 15:11-32 Psalm 106:3, 6, 8 Sermon Text: Jeremiah 2:1 - 4:4 [2:13] God Calls His Church to be Grateful For His Love.1. Don't Dig Your Own Cisterns2. Drink From The Fountain of Living WaterPsalm 106: 20, 21, 22, 23 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 73:4 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 2:13Jeremiah 2:1—4:4Luke 15:11–32

Display Text: 1 Timothy 2:5-6For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.Pre-service Song: Hymn 70Votum and SalutationHymn 37 Profession of Faith: Apostle's CreedPrayerScripture Reading: John 1:1-18John 3:9-21Psalm 32: 1,3Sermon Text: Lord's Days 5 and 6 Heidelberg CatechismChrist's Satisfaction of God's Justice For You Impacts Your Daily Life1. Christians Always Look to Christ2. Christians Always Live in ChristPsalm 116:1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving Offering“In Christ Alone”BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 5Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 6John 1:1–18John 3:9–21Psalm 5:3

Christ brings believers into this grace in which we stand.1. We have peace with God2. We have Gods love in our heartsTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Romans 5:1–5Romans 4:13—5:11Romans 8:1–8

God is angry at those who set themselves up against him.Because they oppose his work,1. Of Creation2. Of Redemption3. Of RenewalTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 4Genesis 12:1–3Psalm 94Matthew 18:1–9

The Fall of Babylon the Great1. The Certainty2. The Exhortation3. The Lament4. The FinalityTime:MorningMinister:Rev. C. VanSpronsenTexts:Revelation 18

Display Text: "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you." - Psalm 56:3Preservice Song: “O Christ, Our Hope, Our Heart's Desire”Votum and SalutationPsalm 118:1, 2 Form for Lord's Supper: Self-Examination, Invitation & Admonition 10 Words of the CovenantForm for Celebration of Lord's Supper: Remembrance of Christ Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 21:10-15 Psalm 56:1, 2, 3 PrayerSermon Text: Psalm 56 When God is on our side none shall prevail against us.1. Trust in the LORD whose word we praise2. And walk before him in the light of lifePsalm 56:4, 5 Form for Lord's Supper: Assurance, Fellowship, Expectation Profession of Faith: Apostle's Creed Song of Preparation: Hymn 40:3, 4, 5 Scripture Reading: Hebrews 12:28 - 13:8 Song after Communion: Hymn 35:1Doxology and Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 8 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Psalm 561 Samuel 21:10–15

The Thermometer of God's Law Teaches us About Ourselves.1. Our Tendency to Avoid the Truth2. Our Inclination to What is Harmful3. Our Need for God's GraceTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 2Romans 7:7–13James 1:19–27

The LORD appointed Jeremiah as a prophet announcing his justice and mercy1. A Tilting Boiling Pot2. An Almond BranchTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Jeremiah 1Matthew 10:26–392 Kings 21:1—22:2

Display Text: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted". - Matthew 5:4 Pre-service Song: Psalm 43:3, 4, 5 Votum and SalutationPsalm 139:9, 10, 13 Profession of Faith: Hymn 1 PrayerScripture Reading: Philippians 3:1-16 Philippians 4:4-13 Hymn 65 Sermon: Lord's Day 1, Heidelberg Catechism The Triune God Replaces your Anxiety with the Comfort of his Embrace1. He Sees You As You Are2. He Sets You Free From The Devil3. He Stands You Back On Your FeetHymn 64Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingPsalm 131BenedictionTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 1Philippians 3:1–16Philippians 4:4–13

Display Text: "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, andfor training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work". - 2 Timothy 3:16-17Preservice Song: Psalm 122 Votum and SalutationPsalm 46:2, 4, 5 10 Words of the CovenantPsalm 65:2, 3 PrayerScripture Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:1 - 2:16 Hymn 48 Sermon: 2 Thessalonians 3:14-18 The Lord of Peace Calls Believers to Mutual DisciplineHe calls us to,1. Submit to his Word2. Seek RepentancePsalm 94:6, 7, 9 Thanksgiving PrayerThanksgiving OfferingHymn 82 BenedictionTime:MorningMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:2 Thessalonians 3:14–181 Thessalonians 1:1—2:16

Faithfulness in work flows from faith in Christ.1. The Sanctity of Work2. The Purpose of WorkTime:AfternoonMinister:Rev. J. VanSpronsenTexts:2 Thessalonians 3:6–121 Thessalonians 4:9–121 Thessalonians 5:12–28