Covenant Protestant Reformed Church
83 Clarence Street, Ballymena BT43 5DR
Rev. Angus Stewart
Lord’s Day, 17 November, 2019
“Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies,
kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering …” (Col. 3:12)
Morning Service – 11:00 AM
Practical Christianity (8)
Swift to Hear, Slow to Speak [youtube]
Scripture Reading: James 1:12-27
Text: James 1:19-20
I. The Conversation Interpretation
II. The Theological Meaning
III. The Ensuing Argument
Psalms: 122:1-9; 119:33-40; 19:7-11; 119:89-96
Evening Service – 6:00 PM
Praying to God Our Father [youtube]
Scripture Reading: Psalm 103
Text: Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 46
I. Our Relationship to Him
II. Our Approach to Him
III. Our Answers From Him
Psalms: 100:1-5; 119:41-48; 68:1-6; 103:11-17
For CDs of the sermons and DVDs of the worship services, contact Stephen Murray
If you desire a pastoral visit, please contact Rev. Stewart or the elders
CPRC Website: www.cprc.co.uk • Live Webcast: www.cprc.co.uk/live-streaming
CPRC YouTube: www.youtube.com/cprcni
CPRC Facebook: www.facebook.com/CovenantPRC
Quotes to Consider
Douglas Moo on James 1:19: “Psychologists will sometimes claim that emotions, since they are a natural product of the personality, cannot truly be controlled—only suppressed or ignored. But James’s exhortation here (and many similar biblical exhortations) presume differently. Emotions are the product of the entire person; and, by God’s grace and the work of the Spirit, the person can be transformed so as to bring emotions in line with God’s word and will” (The Letter of James, p. 83).
Prof. Herman Hanko on James 1:20: “Doctrinal preaching does not have a very good reputation in today’s church world. It is said to be divisive, especially when it necessarily condemns false doctrines and exposes their unbiblical character. Doctrinal preaching is criticized as being ‘over the heads’ of people—a criticism that comes from those who never read solid biblical material and who are not accustomed to thinking of spiritual things. Quickly they clamor for ‘practical preaching’ and become angry when the minister fails to listen to them. There is a certain irony here, however. It is my experience that in many instances, when a minister preaches an intensely practical sermon, these are the first to become angry at that preaching as well and to complain that there is altogether too much emphasis in the preaching on sin and its consequences” (Faith Made Perfect, p. 63).
Announcements (subject to God’s will)
Philip & Susan Hall and family were blessed with the birth of a boy, Micah James, early Friday morning. Susan and Micah are doing well and returned home Friday evening.
Complimentary DVDs and CDs of the William Tyndale lecture are on the back table.
Monday catechism classes:
5:30 PM – Angelica, Bradley, Josh, Samuel & Taylor (Seniors NT)
6:15 PM – Corey & Katelyn (Juniors OT)
7:00 PM – Alex, Jacob & Nathan (Essentials)
7:45 PM – membership class
Tuesday Bible Study meets at 11 AM. We will consider more on the object of faith including false objects of faith.
Belgic Confession class meets this week at 7:45 to discuss common grace and civil government in connection with Article 36 on “The Magistrates.”
The Reformed Witness Hour broadcast next Lord’s Day (Gospel 846 MW at 8:30 AM) by Rev. Bruinsma is entitled, “Jael: Blessed Above Women” (Judges 5:24-27).
Offerings: General Fund: £619.25. Donations: £100 (website).
PRC News: Immanuel PRC (Lacombe, AB) called Rev. Barnhill (Peace, IL). Rev. Mahtani (Cornerstone, IN) accepted the call to be minister on loan to the CERC in Singapore.
