God is our refuge and strength, a very present[b] help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah (Psalm 46:1-3) O Lord God, you are our only refuge and strength, for there is no […]
theology
Calvin on the Lord’s Supper
As Jesus said, “Take, eat and drink. This is my body which is given for you: this is my blood, which is poured out for the forgiveness of sins.” Calvin comments, “In telling us to take, he makes it clear it is ours. In telling us to eat, he makes it clear that it becomes […]
Confession & Communion
Prayer O Lord our God, we give you praise for your wondrous deeds and your thoughts toward us. There is none in all heaven and earth who can compare to you. You are unmatched in your worth and being, and in every way. Blessed is the man who makes you his trust. Lord, we confess […]
A Prayer: Psalm 33:1-3
Shout for joy in the Lord, O you righteous! Praise befits the upright. 2 Give thanks to the Lord with the lyre; make melody to him with the harp of ten strings! 3 Sing to him a new song; play skillfully on the strings, with loud shouts. (Psalm 33:1-3) Our great God and Savior, we come before you today to worship you in spirit […]
A Meal of Life
As we come to the table today, let us remember that the Lord’s Supper is a participation in Christ. It is a fellowship meal with Jesus. Now, this necessarily implies that Jesus is not dead, but He is risen. A dead Savior, still in His grave, could not be present with us, and thus we […]