582 W. Main
Street; Lexington, KY 40507
Pastor Victor G. Sholar
To present every person perfect (mature) in Christ. Col. 1:28
2024 Theme: “He Is The Great I AM” Exodus 3:14
Sunday, April 14, 2024 11:00 A.M.
Musical Prelude
Call to Worship
We have come as the body of Christ to do Holy business for our King. We have come in troubled times, but we have high spirits. We know the Eternal One is still on the throne. Saints, lift up holy hands, lift high your voices and praise the Sovereign One. Mighty is our God, holy are His judgments, and He is altogether lovely. Praise Him! Praise Him! Praise Him!
Morning Hymn "Glorious Is Thy Name” #122
Responsive Reading (printed)
Prayer
Tithes & Offerings Ushers
Prayer/Doxology
Recognition of Visitors/Observations Pulpit
Prayer Pulpit
Music Ministry MSBC Mass Choir
SERMON Pastor Victor G. Sholar
Text: Exodus 7:1-13
Title: “God vs. Pharaoh: Round 1”
Two strategies in God’s fight against Pharaoh:
I. God will predict a win against the strong by using the weak [vv. 1-7]
II. God will perform a win against the many by using the one [vv. 8-13]
The Period to Receive Those Whom The Lord Will Send
Benediction
Closing
Responsive Reading for April 2024:
Catechism – a set form of questions and answers to teach the tenets of the Christian Faith:
Question: What does God require in the first, second and third commandments?
Answer: First, that we know and trust God as the only true and living God. Second, that we avoid all idolatry and do not worship God improperly. Third, that we treat God’s name with fear and reverence, honoring also His Word and works.
Question: What does God require in the fourth and fifth commandments?
Answer: Fourth, that on the Sabbath day we spend time in public and private worship of God, rest, serve the Lord and others, and so anticipate the eternal Sabbath. Fifth, that we love and honor our father and our mother, submitting to their godly discipline and direction.
Question: What does God require in the sixth, seventh, and eighth commandments?
Answer: Sixth, that we do not hurt, or hate, or be hostile to our neighbor, but be patient and peaceful, pursuing even our enemies with love. Seventh, that we abstain from sexual immorality and live purely and faithfully, whether in marriage or in single life, avoiding all impure actions, looks, words, thoughts, or desires, and whatever might lead to them. Eighth, that we do not take without permission that which belongs to someone else, nor withhold any good from someone we might benefit.
“Sweet Hour of Prayer”—Prayer Meeting
“Sweet Hour of Prayer”—Prayer Meeting Resumes
Again, all are encouraged to meet this Tuesday for a special time of prayer for our church body. Pastor Sholar has asked that we continue to gather in the Chapel Sanctuary at 12noon and assemble for prayer for one hour, uniting in prayer before the LORD. We are blessed to know--and are assured--God hears and answers prayer—we want to be faithful to continue in prayer. Please plan to attend.
--Please be attentive for Pastoral directions regarding our Tuesday mid-day prayer meetings. Construction trucks and equipment in back of church area may be a concern.
Luke 11:5-10
“…And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.
For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.”
BIBLE STUDY – Zoom Meetings
Our Bible study sessions will be held on Zoom from now until further notice. Please plan to join in each Tuesday night for this time of study via Zoom.
Health Ministry: Schedule--2024
1st Sundays -- Cassandra Dunford/Tonja Cummings
2nd Sundays -- Brandy Jeffries/ Charmaine Simpson
3rd Sundays -- Bernita Taylor/Tonja Cummings
4th Sundays -- Vanessa Connor/ Nanette Jackson
5th Sundays-- March 31 Cassandra Dunford/Tonja Cummings
June 30 Brandy Jeffries/ Charmaine Simpson
Sept. 29 Bernita Taylor/Tonja Cummings
Dec. 29 Vanessa Connor/Nanette Jackson
PARKING INFO--Update
Our arena parking committee (Dea. Ridgeway, Sis.Tonja Cummings, and Sis. Charmaine Simpson) will no longer be at the entry of Rupp Arena on Sundays. If members have not gotten a parking decal, you will need to see a committee member at the church or contact the church office. (Visitors’ decals shall still be available at the guard shed at Rupp Arena.)
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CHOIR REHEARSALS—Date change
Mass Choir rehearsal will be held (or cancelled) as announced. As construction continues—God be praised--as well as arena events being held, patience is required of us as we adjust our schedules during this season. Thanks for your cooperation. (Bro. M. Rogers)
CHURCH THEME – 2024
“He is The Great I AM” Ex. 3:14
And God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM”; and He said, “This is what you shall say to the sons of Israel:
‘I AM has sent me to you.’”
“…And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you;
seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.
For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.” Luke 11:5-10