Welcome
Thank you for joining us in gathered worship today!
At Covenant, we are a church that is bound to God and to each other by grace, growing and serving together in love, and living and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.
We hope that you will be moved towards greater love for Jesus and one another as we pause to praise, pray, and ponder under God’s Word.
The emphasis throughout our Sunday service is that worship is all about God. In our service, we will: worship our Heavenly Father for his miraculous deeds, bear witness to Jesus Christ the Son and the hope he brings through his death and resurrection, be moved to engage with the mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit as we wait for the return of Christ.
Our service is shaped by the Bible—God’s Word to us. Because of that, our worship follows a shared pattern each week. Christians sometimes call this pattern a “liturgy.”
“Liturgy” simply means “the work of the people.” It reminds us that worship isn’t a performance or a product—it’s something we participate in together. Throughout the service, you’ll have chances to join in with prayers and spoken responses, and you’re warmly invited to take part.
We hope your time with us serves to encourage and fill you with hope and joy.
Call to Worship
Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvellous things;
his right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him.
The Lord has made his salvation known and revealed his righteousness to the nations. He has remembered his love and his faithfulness to Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.
Psalm 98:1-3
Songs of Invitation
Confession of Sin
Almighty God,
continue to work in us what is pleasing to you.
Grant to us the grace to see our sins as you see them,
so to grieve over them: then turn our sin into repentance,
and let our repentance lead to forgiveness;
and teach us to diligently guard all our actions
that we may never willingly transgress your laws or disobey your Word,
but make it our life’s work to obey you,
the joy of our souls to please you, and the purest of all our desires to live with you in your kingdom of grace and glory.
All: Amen!
Word of Assurance
We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are.
Acts 15:11
Congregational Prayer
Offering
Regular giving to support our ministry as a gospel partner can be made by direct deposit into our account.
Account Name: Covenant Presbyterian Church
BSB: 032 060
Account: 663 486
Weekly Catecism
New City Catechism for Kids – Question 31
Q: What do we believe by true faith?
A: We believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting.
Community News
Receiving Victor Lau into membership, 17 May
We are looking forward to formally receiving Victor Lau into membership at Covenant today. Please join us in celebrating this occasion – it is a joy to see God expand our church family as we love, grow, serve and witness together.
Bible storytelling workshop, 17 May
Earlier this year Josh introduced us to the art of telling Bible stories for evangelism. Today at 1pm, he will be running a follow-up session exploring how to craft impactful Bible stories across a range of contexts: evangelism, Bible teaching, children’s ministry, and personal devotions. Whether you missed the earlier sessions or want to go deeper, come along and join us after service!
Mid-year reflection with the elders, 14 June
Following our service on 14 June, the elders will be sharing a mid-year update on the life and ministries of Covenant, followed by a time of open Q&A. We’d love to hear what’s on your mind. You’re welcome to submit your questions in advance via covenantchurch.com.au/aka/feedback.
Important Dates
| May 17 | Receiving Victor into membership During service @ Christ College |
| May 17 | Bible storytelling workshop 1pm @ Christ College |
| June 14 | Mid-year reflection with the elders After service @ Christ College |
Bible Reading
All: Thanks be to God.
Sermon Outline
God the Redeemer
Exodus 11:4-12:13
Joshua
Introduction: A Blueprint of redemption
- Redeemed from slavery
- Redeemed from judgement
- Redeemed with blood
- Redeemed to the LORD
Implications
Songs in Response
Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen.
Benediction
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
Ephesians 3:20-21
Contact Us
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