CALL TO WORSHIP
 
PSALM 91:1-8, 14-16  |  Sing Psalms
The one whose dwelling is with God Most High,
In the Almighty’s shadow safe will rest. 
 
PRAYER
 
CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our Father in heaven, You have loved us with an everlasting love and set us on a path of righteousness for your own name’s sake. Yet we have often strayed from that path and sinned against you in thought, word and deed. We confess that we have disobeyed your commandments, been slow to pray and have failed to loved you with all of our heart and soul and mind. Forgive our sins, we pray and cleanse us from all that is displeasing in Your sight. Transform our lives by the renewing of our minds and strengthen us by Your Spirit, that we might live distinct and godly lives in the coming days. For we ask all of this, in the great name of Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen."
 
ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON  |  Romans 6:26
 
SCRIPTURE READING  |  Hebrews 11: 32-40

SERMON  |   “Faith Stands Firm (come what may).”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
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PRAYER

PSALM 14  |  Sing Psalms
The fool speaks in his heart; “There is no God,” he says.
They are corrupt, their deeds are vile; none walk in godly ways.
 
BENEDICTION

CALL TO WORSHIP

PSALM 116 (1-9)  |  Sing Psalms
I love the LORD because he heard my voice; He listened when I cried to him for aid

PRAYER

CONFESSION OF FAITH    The Apostle’s Creed
I believe in God, the Father| Almighty,
the Creator of heaven and earth,
and in Jesus Christ,
His only Son, our Lord:
Who was conceived of 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 arose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty,
whence He shall come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and life everlasting,
Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING  |  Mark 15:1-41,  Romans 5:6-11
                 
SERMON  |  “The Greatest Love.”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson

PRAYER

HOLY COMMUNION

PSALM 116 (12-19)  |  Sing Psalms
How can I thank the LORD for all he’s done? With gratitude salvation’s cup I’ll raise.

BENEDICTION

CALL TO WORSHIP

PSALM 46 (a) 1-6; 8-11  |  Sing Psalms
 
PRAYER

CALL TO CORPORATE CONFESSION OF SIN  |  Galatians 5:22
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CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our Father, we confess that our lives have often been a poor reflection of the work of your Holy Spirit with us. We have been lacking in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. We confess that at times we have given ‘an opportunity for the flesh’ and have not been focused on pleasing you and living for your glory. Have mercy upon us and forgive our sins, we pray. Fill us with your Spirit and grant us the grace to produce fruit in keeping with repentance, such that the whole of our lives would be a testimony to your grace in the gospel. For we ask it in Jesus’ name, Amen.”

ASSURANCE OF GOD'S PARDON  |  from Psalm 130

SCRIPTURE READING  | Hebrews 11:32-35, Judges 7

SERMON  |  “Victorious Through Faith.”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson

PRAYER

PSALM 110

BENEDICTION

CALL TO WORSHIP

PSALM 98:1-4, 7-9  |  Sing Psalms

PRAYER

CONFESSION OF FAITH  |  APOSTLES' CREED 
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
the Creator of heaven and earth,
and in Jesus Christ,
His only Son, our Lord:
Who was conceived of 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 arose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty,
whence He shall come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and life everlasting, Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING  |  Hebrews 11:29-31,  Exodus 14:19-31

SERMON  |  “Hallmarks of Faith.”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson

PRAYER

PSALM 136:1-26  |  Sing Psalms

BENEDICTION

CALL TO WORSHIP
 
PSALM 13
Lord from the depths I call to you; Lord, hear me from on high, And give attention to my voice when I for mercy cry.
 
PRAYER 
 
READING OF THE BEATITUDES (MATTHEW 5)
 
CONFESSION OF SIN
“Merciful God and our Father in heaven, we thank for your grace in the gospel and the new life which you have given to us through your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. But we confess that our lives are often a poor reflection of all that He describes in the sermon on the mount. Instead of mourning over sin, we have been casual and complacent about it. Instead of hungering and thirsting for righteousness, we have preferred to chase after that which brings instant gratification. Whereas we are called to be pure in heart, we have allowed ourselves to be drawn towards that which is impure. Please have mercy upon us and forgive our many sins. Cleanse our hearts, we pray, and sanctify us in your truth – that we might be renewed in our faith, know the joy of our salvation and represent you well in the coming days. For we ask it all in Christ’s name, Amen."
 
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
“Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds 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.”
Isaiah 53:4-6
 
SCRIPTURE READING              Isaiah 26

PRAYER
 
PSALM 23 (PSALTER)
The LORD’s my shepherd, I’ll not want. He makes me down to lie. In pastures green: he leadeth me the quiet waters by.
 
BENEDICTION 
​

CALL TO WORSHIP 

PSALM 103:1-14   |  Sing Psalms  
Praise God, my soul! With all my heart, Let me exalt his holy name. Forget not all his benefits; His praise, my soul, in song proclaim.

PRAYER

​READING OF THE LAW

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our Father in heaven, we confess that we have broken your commandments in thought, word and deed; by the things we have done and the things we have left undone. We acknowledge that we are sinners in need of your grace. That we are prone to wander from your narrow path. And so we pray that you would have mercy upon us, that you would forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Create in us a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within us. For we ask it in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ and according to His finished work, Amen.” 

ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON: 
“If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”; “For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us.”
(1 John 1:8-9; Psalm 103: 11-12)

SCRIPTURE READING  |  Acts 2:1-2; Psalm 122

RECORDED SERMON  |  “Let us go to the house of the LORD!"  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
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PRAYER 

PSALM 122  |  Sing Psalms  
​"To the LORD’s house!” they were calling and with joy I went with them. Now at last our feet are standing in your gates, Jerusalem.

BENEDICTION

CALL TO WORSHIP | Psalm 98: 1-­‐7

PSALM 93   |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - St. Magnus

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is)
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Pleading His help, presence, and power – especially for the people of God on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF FAITH
I believe in God, the Father almighty, 
creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, 
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit
and born of the virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate, 
was crucified, died, and was buried; 
he descended to hell.
The third day he rose again from the dead.
He ascended to 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.

I 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. Amen.


SCRIPTURE READING  |  Hebrews 11:24-28

RECORDED SERMON  |  “The God-Centred Life."  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon is scheduled to publish here in time for worship at 11am. It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com

PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would pour out His Spirit, granting repentance, faith and zeal for His glory as the word is preached on the Lord’s Day.
• Those attending Christianity Explored would be blessed with faith in Christ.
• The Scottish Government’s proposed Hate Crime legislation would not be passed and that freedom to believe and preach the truth of the gospel and all of God’s word would be protected.
• Those who are unwell in our fellowship at this time would be comforted, healed and encouraged by the promises of God.
• Rev. Paul Murray (Kinloch) & Rev. Robin Gray (Gardenstown) would know God’s blessing in their respective ministries and that many would come to saving knowledge of Christ through the preaching of the word.
• Our return to corporate worship on 2nd August would go smoothly, that God would be glorified and that we would be truly refreshed by the power of His Spirit.

PSALM 14  |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Bucer
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BENEDICTION
“Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to    the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever, Amen.”
​Ephesians 3:20-­‐21

CALL TO WORSHIP | Psalm 107:1-3

PSALM 93   |  Scottish Psalter  |  Tune - Stroudwater

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is)
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Pleading His help, presence, and power – especially for the people of God on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN 
“Have mercy on us, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out our transgressions. Wash us thoroughly from our iniquity, and cleanse us from our sin. For we know our transgressions, and our sin is ever before us. Create in us a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within us. Restore to us the joy of our salvation, and uphold us with a willing spirit, for we ask it all in Jesus’ name, Amen.”

ASSURANCE OF PARDON
“The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. He will not always chide, nor will he keep his anger forever. He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us.” (Psalm 103)

SCRIPTURE READING  |  Genesis 11:1-9

RECORDED SERMON  |  “Towering Ambitions."  |  Rev. David Randall Snr
The sermon is scheduled to publish here in time for worship at 11am. It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com

TIME OF INTERCESSORY PRAYER

PSALM 9:7-1  |  Scottish Psalter  |  Dunfermline
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BENEDICTION
​“To the King of ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honour and glory forever and ever, Amen.”

CALL TO WORSHIP | Psalm 29:1-2

PSALM 29   | Sing Psalms | Tune - St Denio

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is)
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Pleading His help, presence, and power – especially for the people of God on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF FAITH
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit
and born of the virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried;
he descended to hell.
The third day he rose again from the dead.
He ascended to 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.

I 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. Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING |  Isaiah 42:1-9,  Mark 1:1-15

RECORDED SERMON |  “The Baptism of Christ:  Repentance, Commission and Comfort.”  | Mr. Neil White
The sermon should publish here in time for worship at 11am. It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com​

TIME OF INTERCESSORY PRAYER

PSALM 80(a):1-7  |  Sing Psalms  |  St Andrew (Throne)
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BENEDICTION
“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you, this day and evermore, Amen.”

CALL TO WORSHIP | Psalm 28

PSALM 28:1-­2, 6-9   | Sing Psalms | Tune - Walton

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is)
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Pleading His help, presence, and power – especially for the people of God on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF FAITH
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit
and born of the virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried;
he descended to hell.
The third day he rose again from the dead.
He ascended to 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.

I 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. Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING |  Genesis 50:15-26,  Hebrews 11:22

RECORDED SERMON |  “The Focus of Faith.” | Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should publish here in time for worship at 11am. It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com

PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would pour out His Spirit, granting repentance, faith and zeal for His glory as the word is preached on the Lord’s Day.
• Those attending Christianity Explored would be blessed with faith in Christ.
• Those who have become unemployed as a result of Covid-­‐19 would find work.
• The Government would protect the freedom of the Christian religion in Scotland and continue to uphold the church’s liberty to govern its own affairs under God.
• Teachers and pupils would be refreshed and rested over the summer and that there wouldn’t be any further disruption to the school curriculum.
• The people of Hong Kong would retain a freedom of speech and that the church in China would remain strong and be protected in the face of increasing persecution by the Communist regime.
• Adam would know God’s blessing and help as he continues to preach the gospel in Central Asia.
• Caroline would be safe and refreshed as she returns home from overseas.
• Our Minister, Paul, would be refreshed and well rested during two weeks of annual leave.

PSALM 105:1-3, 37-45  |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Walther
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BENEDICTION
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Romans 15:13

CALL TO WORSHIP | Psalm 24:7-­‐10

PSALM 24: 1-­‐8   | Sing Psalms | Tune - Nativity

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is)
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Pleading His help, presence, and power – especially for the people of God on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Have mercy on us, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out our transgressions. Wash us thoroughly from our iniquity, and cleanse us from our sin. For we know our transgressions, and our sin is ever before us. Create in us a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within us. Restore to us the joy of our salvation, and uphold us with a willing spirit, for we ask it all in Jesus’ name, Amen.”

ASSURANCE OF PARDON
“The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. He will not always chide, nor will he keep his anger forever. He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us.” (Psalm 103)

SCRIPTURE READING |  Genesis 47:29 -­ 48:22,  Hebrews 11:21

RECORDED SERMON |  “Faith in Death.” | Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should automatically publish here in time for worship at 11am. It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com

​PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would pour out His Spirit, granting repentance, faith and zeal for His glory as the word is preached on the Lord’s Day.
• Those attending Christianity Explored would be blessed with faith in Christ.
• Those who have become unemployed as a result of Covid-­‐19 would find work.
• The Government would be brought to fear the Lord and be wise in its response to Covid-­‐19.
• Those whose medical treatment and operations have been postponed due to Covid-­‐19 would be kept well and restored in due season.
• Teachers and pupils would be refreshed and rested over the summer and that there wouldn’t be any further disruption to schooling.
• Churches would be wise and faithful as they return to gathering on the Lord’s Day in weeks to come.
• That God’s Spirit would be at work causing many to seek Christ following these days of such disruption.
• Ministers suffering with stress and depression would be helped and strengthened by God.

PSALM 148: 1-­‐8  |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Stuttgart
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BENEDICTION
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”

CALL TO WORSHIP | Psalm 66:1-4

PSALM 66:1-7, 18-20  | Sing Psalms | Tune - Diademata

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF FAITH
I believe in God, the Father almighty, 
creator of heaven and earth.
 
I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, 
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit
and born of the virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate, 
was crucified, died, and was buried; 
he descended to hell.
The third day he rose again from the dead.
He ascended to 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.
 
I 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. Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING | Genesis 25:19-28, Genesis 27:1,  Hebrews 11:20

RECORDED SERMON | “From Failings to Faithfulness.” | Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should automatically publish here in time for worship at 11am. It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com

​PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God’s blessing to fall upon His people as they hear the word preached on the Lord’s Day -­‐ in Perth, Scotland and throughout the world.
• Wisdom for the Session as we discuss the way forward -­‐ out of and beyond lock-­‐down.
• Those attending Christianity Explored.
• Those who have become unemployed as a result of Covid-­‐19.
• Our Prime Minister, First Minister, the Queen and Royal Family.
• Wisdom for the Government as it continues to progress Brexit.
• The sex education agenda of Holyrood to be repented of and overturned and that Christian teachers and politicians would have the opportunity and courage to stand against it.
• The present and future well-­‐being of children who have suffered greatly during this time.

PSALM 23:1-6  |  Scottish Psalter  |  Tune - Crimond
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BENEDICTION
​“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, 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.”

​CALL TO WORSHIP | Psalm 100

PSALM 100 | Scottish Psalter | Tune - Old 100th

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our Father, we thank you that through Jesus Christ our Lord you have brought us from death to life. Yet we confess that we often live as if we are still dead in sin. Our old habits die hard. Our thoughts are impure, our desires ungodly and our actions often betray your commandments. Have mercy upon us, we pray. Forgive these and all of our sins. Help us to walk in the light, casting off everything that hinders the life which you have purposed for us and to count all things as rubbish in order that we may gain Christ and be found in Him. For we pray in His glorious name, Amen.”

ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON
“The LORD builds up Jerusalem; he gathers the outcasts of Israel. He heals the brokenhearted, and binds up their wounds. Great is our Lord, and abundant in power; his understanding is beyond measure.” (Psalm 147)

SCRIPTURE READING | Genesis 18:1-­15,  Hebrews 11:11-­12

RECORDED SERMON | “The Power of Faith.” | Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should automatically publish here in time for worship at 11am. It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com

PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would grant repentance, faith, comfort and encouragement to many as they hear the word proclaimed on the Lord’s Day.
• Our Government would come to fear the Lord and obey His commandments.
• The church in China would know God’s protection and that the intensifying persecution by the communist regime would be turned back.
• Justice would prevail in the case of Christians in Burkina Faso following the destruction of many churches there.
• God would bless the work of Middle East Reformed Fellowship and the work of Gurnam and Julia Singh at the International Evangelical Church in Limassol, Cyprus.
• God would bless and give wisdom to the Christian Institute as they fight for the protection of Christians and Christian freedoms in the United Kingdom.
• Those attending our Christianity Explored course online would come to know Christ as Lord and Saviour.
• The children and parents watching/listening to Debbie’s bible story each week would be blessed and brought to faith in Christ.
• The community of Tulloch and the people of Perth would see through this pandemic their own fragility, their sin and their great need of the Saviour.

PSALM 25:1-9  |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Walton (see Psalm 28 in the App.)
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BENEDICTION
“Amen.”

CALL TO WORSHIP | Psalm 33:1-­‐5

PSALM 33:1-­‐11 | Sing Psalms | Tune - Springfield

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Forgive us, O Lord, for everything that spoils our witness for you; that we so often deny with our lives what we say with our lips; for the difference between our creed and our conduct, our profession and our practice; for any example that makes it easier for people to criticise your church or for another to sin. Grant to us a true penitence for our sins and cleanse us from them by the blood of Christ. Strengthen us by your Spirit, so that in the coming days we might honour you in every sphere of our lives. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.”

ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON
“If you, O LORD, should mark iniquities, O Lord, who could stand? But with you there is forgiveness, that you may be feared. O Israel, hope in the LORD! For with the LORD there is steadfast love, and with him is plentiful redemption. And he will redeem Israel from all his iniquities."

SCRIPTURE READING | Genesis 12:1-­‐9; Hebrews 11: 8-­‐10, 13-­‐19

RECORDED SERMON | “The Faith of a Pilgrim.” | Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should automatically publish here in time for worship at 11am. It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com

PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would grant the grace of repentance and faith to many as they hear the word proclaimed on the Lord’s Day.
• Our Government would come to fear the Lord and obey His commandments.
• The Scottish Executive would not limit Christian freedoms in the name of “tolerance” and “hate speech”.
• The church in China would know God’s protection and that the intensifying persecution by the communist regime would be turned back.
• Justice would prevail in the case of Christians in Burkina Faso following the destruction of many churches there.
• Peace and order would be restored in the United States and that the Church would receive God’s grace and wisdom so as to continue being a gospel witness in these difficult days.
• Those attending Christianity Explored online would come to know Christ as Lord and Saviour.
• The children and parents watching/listening to Debbie’s bible story each week would be blessed and brought to faith in Christ.
• Our Wednesday night online prayer meeting would continue to be a time of blessing and encouragement for all in attendance.
• Rev. Donnie G. MacDonald would know God’s blessing, wisdom and grace as he takes on the role of Moderator for a second year.

PSALM 105:1-11   |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Walther
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BENEDICTION
“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you, this day and evermore, Amen.”

CALL TO WORSHIP  |  Psalm 34:8-­‐10

PSALM  34:1-­‐9   |  Scottish Psalter  |  Tune - Irish (see Psalm 45a in the Sing Psalms app.)

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our Father in heaven, You have loved us with an everlasting love and set us on paths of righteousness for your own name’s sake. Yet we have strayed from your way and sinned against you in word, thought and deed - through what we have done and what we have left undone. We confess that in our unbelief, we have often failed to trust your promises, believe in your mercy and respond with zeal for your kingdom. Forgive our many sins, cleanse us from all unrighteousness and minister to us, we pray, that we might rise up from this time of worship renewed by your grace and ready to joyfully to serve your everlasting kingdom. In Jesus name, Amen."

ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON
“Come now let us reason together, says the LORD: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.”
Isaiah 1:18

SCRIPTURE READING  |   Genesis 6:1-22, Hebrews 11:7

RECORDED SERMON  |  “When Faith Conquers Unbelief.”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should automatically publish here in time for worship at 11am.  It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com ​

​PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would bless His church throughout the world on the Lord’s Day, granting repentance and renewed zeal for His gospel.
• Those attending Christianity Explored online would come to know Christ as Saviour and Lord.
• The UK Government and Scottish Executive would fear God and recognise their great need for salvation through Jesus Christ and the wisdom comes down from heaven.
• Freedom of speech would be preserved in Scotland and that the gospel would not be silenced in the name of “tolerance” or “hate speech”.
• The word preached during UCCF’s online mission week would be blessed by God and result in real and lasting fruit in the lives of the students who listened in.
• Those who have entered training for pastoral ministry within the Free Church would be well-nurtured and equipped for whatever sphere of service God calls them to.
• Justice would prevail in the case of those who vandalised the 13 churches in Burkina Faso and the church there would be strengthened and encouraged in the grace of God.
• Those who have been left bereaved as a result of Covid-19 would know the true comfort and peace which is found through faith in Jesus Christ.

PSALM 119(8)   |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Bowersburn​

BENEDICTION
“Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.”

CALL TO WORSHIP  |  Psalm 84:1-4

PSALM  84:1-3, 10-12   |  Scottish Psalter  |  Tune - Harrington

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF FAITH
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
the Creator of heaven and earth,
and in Jesus Christ,
His only Son, our Lord:
Who was conceived of 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 arose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty,
whence He shall come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and life everlasting, Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING  |   Genesis 5:18-24,  Hebrews 11:5-6

RECORDED SERMON  |  “Walking With God.”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should automatically publish here in time for worship at 11am.  It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com ​

PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would bless His church throughout the world on the Lord’s Day, granting repentance and renewal to His people.
• Those attending Christianity Explored online would come to know Christ as Saviour and Lord.
• Our nation would be brought to repentance and a fear of the Lord through this bitter season.
• Our Government would be wise and make sound and rationale decisions for the good of the nation.
• Freedom of speech would be preserved for years to come and that the gospel would not be silenced in the name of “tolerance” or “hate speech”.
• As Muslims come out of Ramadan they would be brought by God’s grace to see their need for a salvation which only Jesus Christ can provide.
• The people of God would be wise and discerning, “understanding the times”, and ready to respond in a manner worthy of the gospel.
• Those who have been left bereaved as a result of Covid-19 would know the true comfort and peace which is found through faith in Jesus Christ.

PSALM 119(6)   |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Mulchaich​

BENEDICTION
“To the King of ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honour and glory forever and ever, Amen.”

CALL TO WORSHIP  |  Psalm 100:1-­3

PSALM  100:1-5   |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Diademata

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our Father, as we come to worship you this day, we confess that in recent days we have not presented our bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to you. We have entertained impure thoughts, been sharp with our tongues, desired that which is evil in your sight and even done things which do not accord with your holy commandments. Have mercy on us, we pray. Grant us the grace of true repentance, a grief and hatred for sin and a renewed desire to do all things in a manner worthy of the gospel. For we ask this in the name of Christ, our Lord, Amen."

ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON
“In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his Only Son into the world, so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.”
1 John 4:9-10

SCRIPTURE READING  |   Genesis 4:1-16,  Hebrews 11:1-4

RECORDED SERMON  |  “The Worship Faith Produces.”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should automatically publish here in time for worship at 11am.  It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com ​

PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would grant the grace of repentance and faith to many as they hear the word proclaimed on the Lord’s Day.#
• Those attending our online Christianity Explored course would come to know Christ as Saviour and Lord.
• God would grant spiritual revival and renewal to His church throughout the world.
• Christians in Nigeria would be comforted and strengthened as they face terrible persecution at the hands of Islamic militants.
• Muslims celebrating Ramadan would come to see the emptiness of their works-based religion and their great need for the only Saviour of sinners.
• Those who attacked Christian communities in Burkina Faso recently would be brought to justice, that the church would be strengthened and the gospel flourish throughout the land.
• The Presbyterian Church of Central India would receive financial aid and spiritual blessing in days of great weakness.
• Pastor Zhao Huaiguo, who has been imprisoned in China since March 14th, would be strong in the Lord and reunited with his wife and family.

PSALM 96(b):1-9   |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Stockport​

BENEDICTION
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him,”
​Amen.

CALL TO WORSHIP  |  Psalm  95:6-7

PSALM  63:1-8   |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Crasselius

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our Loving Heavenly Father, You alone are the Creator and Sustainer of all things. It is our great privilege to live under your omnipotence, righteousness, wisdom, mercy and grace. You love us better than any we could ever know here on earth, and we stand in awe of your power and commitment to cherish us. Yet even though we have tasted your goodness, we are people who would rather trust in ourselves. We place our hope in our own talents and abilities, in relationships with people we admire and love, in our jobs and good health, in our economic value and academic abilities. Forgive us, we pray, for the sin of pride and unbelief and cause us to see that all of our hope is found in who You are and in what You have done. Strengthen our faith and help us to live lives worthy of the name of Christ, for we pray in His name, Amen."  

ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON
“For if the blood of goats and bulls, and the sprinkling of defiled persons with the ashes of a heifer, sanctify for the purification of the flesh, how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify our conscience form dead works to serve the living God.” Hebrews 9:13-14

SCRIPTURE READING  |   Romans 3:21-26; Hebrews 11:1-3

RECORDED SERMON  |  “What is Faith?”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
The sermon should automatically publish here in time for worship at 11am.  It will also be available at this link - www.sermonaudio.com ​

​PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would grant the grace of repentance and faith to many as they hear the word proclaimed on the Lord’s Day.
• God would grant spiritual revival and renewal to His church, including our own denomination.
• Our Government would come to fear the Lord and honour His word.
• Those attending our online Christianity Explored course would come to know Christ.
• The witness of Christians in Nigeria would be strengthened and blessed as they face terrible persecution at the hands of Islamic militants.
• Pastor Zhao Huaiguo, who has been imprisoned in China since March 14th, would be strong in the Lord and reunited with his wife and family.
• The Scottish Govt. would not restrict or even deny freedom of speech under the auspices of “hate crime” legislation.

PSALM 40:1-5   |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Walton​

BENEDICTION
Now to him who Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.

CALL TO WORSHIP  |  Psalm 25:4-5

PSALM 25: 1-7  |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Rockingham

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our Father in heaven, Many of us come before you today with troubled hearts and minds. We are fearful about our relationships, our health, our finances, our families, our futures and many other things. We confess that we struggle to trust your promises in a way that would bring comfort to our hearts. Instead we doubt your love and concern for us and this sometimes prevents us from praying and bringing our burdens to you. We ask that you would forgive our unbelief, strengthen our faith and grant us a greater understanding of your steadfast love and faithfulness towards all who fear you, in Jesus’s Name, Amen.

ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life” ; “Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” (John 3:16; 1 Peter 5:7)

SCRIPTURE READING  |  Psalm 130

RECORDED SERMON  |  “The Christian Experience”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
www.sermonaudio.com

PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would grant the grace of repentance and faith to many as they hear the word proclaimed on the Lord’s Day.
• God would grant spiritual revival and renewal to His church, including our own denomination.
• Our online Christianity Explored course would be well attended and that many would come to know Christ as their Saviour and Lord through this.
• Our Government would come to fear the Lord and be wise and united in its decision making.
• God would sustain and bless Doctors and Nurses in the NHS and throughout the world.
• Christians undergoing persecution – in places like Burma & Burkina Faso – would remain steadfast and strong in the faith and that the Lord would stay the hand of those who seek to harm them.
• Marjorie Smart and her children would know the comfort and peace of God, following the death of Rev. Dominic Smart. (Give thanks to God for his life and ministry).
• Rev. Rory Stott & Rev. Angus Macrae would know the blessing of the Lord as they begin new ministries at Ferintosh and Free North respectively.
• St. Peter’s, Kilmallie, Bon Accord, Garrabost, Carloway and Ayr & Kilwinning Free Churches would be led by the Lord to the man of God’s choosing as they seek a new pastor.

PSALM 130:1-8  |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune - Martyrdom

BENEDICTION
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all, this day and evermore, Amen.

CALL TO WORSHIP  |  Psalm 95:6-10

PSALM 27: 1-4  |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune: Argyle

PRAYER

• Adoration (Praising God for who He is and what He is like/His attributes),
• Confession (Confessing our sins to God)
• Thanksgiving (Giving thanks to God for all He has given and continues to give)
• Supplication (Requesting His help, presence, leading and provision – especially for the people of God in our time of worship on the Lord’s Day)

CONFESSION OF SIN
“Our God and Saviour, We come before you today as foolish sheep whose natural inclination is to wander far from you. You have set your love upon us, chosen us, and saved us, but we find it hard to trust you and often choose instead to run to our own wisdom and understanding. You lead us in green pastures for your own name’s sake, but we reject the feast that you lay before us and try frantically to fill ourselves up with things that cannot satisfy. You lead us by still waters to restore our souls, yet we recklessly dabble with strong currents of temptation and are easily swept away by torrents of sinful cravings. Have mercy upon us, we pray. Create in us a pure heart and renew a right spirit with us. Forgive our many sins and lead us in the everlasting way, in Jesus’s Name, Amen.”

ASSURANCE OF GOD’S PARDON
“But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed.” Isaiah 53:5

SCRIPTURE READING  |  Revelation: 3:14-22

RECORDED SERMON  |  “Laodicea: The Lukewarm Church.”  |  Rev. Paul Gibson
www.sermonaudio.com

PRAYER OF INTERCESSION
Pray that:

• God would grant the grace of repentance and faith to many as they hear the word proclaimed on the Lord’s Day.
• God would grant spiritual revival and renewal to His church, including our own denomination.
• Our online Christianity Explored course would be well attended and that many would come to know Christ as their Saviour and Lord through this.
• Our Government would come to fear the Lord and be wise and united in its decision making.
• God would sustain and bless Doctors and Nurses in the NHS and throughout the world.
• Those living in difficult and vulnerable conditions would be protected and kept safe from harm.
• The forces of darkness at works against Christians in Burkina Faso and elsewhere would be driven back and that the gospel would flourish in these hostile lands.
• Rev. Suraj Kasula would be blessed and sustained in his ministry in Nepal and see great fruit from his labours.
• Rev. David Macpherson would adjust well to life in Peru and see much fruit from His labours.

PSALM 51:10-19  |  Sing Psalms  |  Tune: Ottawa

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.”