Worship led by Dawn Budd
Worry -a verb meaning to feel anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems. Do you ever lie in bed in the middle of the night just worrying? I think we all do at one time or another.
Corrie Ten Boom said “Worrying is carrying tomorrow's load with today's strength- carrying two days at once. It is moving into tomorrow ahead of time. Worrying doesn't empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength.”
Peter 5 v 7 “Cast all your anxieties on him because he cares for you “
SING 89 Faithful one
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, thank you that we are able to cast all our worries and anxieties on you. Thank you that you are always there for us, day or night, we can rely on you, to listen to our worries and our fears. Thank you that because of your love for us, we do not have to worry about our future, Amen
Jeremiah 29 v 11 “For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope for the future “
Fortunately for us as God's children, we can simply talk to him about our problems and our worries.
Philippians 4 v 6 “ Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayers and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to the Lord”
“What will you receive in return for your anxious prayers? The exact opposite of worry: peace. Not just any ordinary kind of peace, but a deep shalom- the peace that contrasts with the life-stealing nature of worry. More than a lack of conflict, the shalom peace conveys the blessing that overflows when one lives in right relationship with God. The peace of God acts as a guardrail against the downward spiral of fear and fuels your life as an overcomer. You will never get rid of the what-ifs and the what-if-nots in your life, but when they come,you can rest assured that you do not meet them alone. God remains with you. Lift up prayers; offer up your gratitude; receive God's settling shalom” (taken from More Power To You by Margaret Feinberg
SING 221 I lift my eyes up
Dialogue between Me and God – by Becky Thompson
SING 1067 To be in your presence
Prayer Time
Please continue in praise and prayer for:
- Jan gives thanks for prayers – she now has a date in early December for the scan on her throat and neck; thanks too for Peter, who is now much brighter
- Many friends and families struggling with ongoing situations
- Ted & Connie ask for prayers for Norma (on chemo), for John and Peter Caff, and for their neighbour Chris for a successful operation on Saturday
- Kevin asks for prayer that the doctors will keep his cancer under control
- Chris met the man from Gambia she had previously helped. A solicitor in Birmingham is helping him to sort out his immigration status. He said “Pray for me”.
- Sue Clarke is still quite unwell, with sinus problems.
- Rose says that Jonathan is slowly recovering from the incident early last week.
ALPHA (4) – video and discussion groups on the theme “ How can I have faith?”
Notices
- The 10.15am service next week, including Breaking of Bread, will be led by Lee Jerromes.
- Advance Notice from Horley Methodist Church for their annual Tree Festival
Friday 1st Dec 10am – 8pm, Saturday 2nd Dec 10am – 7pm,
Sunday 3rd Dec 12noon – 6pm
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Admission FREE – Donations to Welcare,
Father Christmas Friday & Saturday 10am-12noon & 2pm-4pm
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FRIDAY: LOCAL SCHOOL CHOIRS ENTERTAIN
10am Langshott Primary, 11am Meath Green Junior, 2pm Yattendon Primary
SATURDAY:
2pm Star Steppers, 3.30pm Rewind Windband and A2Z Flute Choir
SUNDAY:
2pm and 4pm Harpist Margaret Watson, 3.30pm Penny on the organ
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Christmas Café Open until 7pm Friday, 6pm Saturday, 5.30pm Sunday
Bacon rolls Saturday 10-2pm
Lunches Friday 12–1pm and Saturday 12-2pm,
Sunday lunch 12-2pm jacket potatoes with choice of fillings
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The festival ends with a community carol service at 6pm on Sunday,featuring Harpist Margaret Watson, & Horley Infant School Choir