CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP

Assemble in God’s NamePrelude

Congregational Introit*

Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation

Prayer of Adoration*

Give Praise to GodHymn of Praise**

The God of Abraham Praise #89

Lighting of the Candles

Placing the Bible

Prayer of ConfessionGracious and loving God, you have told us that “the heart of man plans his way but the Lord establishes his steps.” We confess today that we have insisted on both planning our way and pursuing the steps that fulfill our plans. When those plans are delayed, when the way seems blocked, we are quick to complain. In our pride we pursue the story that we have authored for ourselves. Forgive us, O God, for our refusal to wait on you. By your Spirit create within us a heart that trusts you, knowing that you are at work for our good in all things. Hear us now as we offer our silent prayers of confession…

Assurance of God’s Forgiveness

Congregational ResponseBlessed Assurance #139 (v.1)

Life of the Congregation**

Pastoral Prayer & The Lord’s PrayerOur Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be Thy name.Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be

done on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread, And forgive us our debts

as we forgive our debtors,And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evilFor Thine is the kingdom

and the power and the glory forever.

Amen.

Offering Our GiftsTrust in the Lord David Schwoebel

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,This is God’s gracious command;In all your ways acknowledge Him,So shall you dwell in the land.

Trust in the Lord, His eye will guideAll through your pathway ahead,He has redeemed and He will keepTrust Him and be not afraid.

Trust in the Lord, O troubled soul,Rest in His arms of care;Whatever your lot it matters not;Nothing can trouble you there.

Trust in the Lord who rules all,Sees all things as they are,Be it a bird upon its nest;Or yonder deepest night star.

DoxologyPraise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #544

Listen to God’s Word

BIRTH OF A NATION: TRUSTGenesis 16:1–2; 17:15–22 (Pew Bible: 21, 23–24)Vic Pentz 10:00 | Chuck Roberts 8:45, 11:15

Go in God’s NameHymn of Response*

My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less #368

Invitation and Benediction*

Postlude*

* Those who are able, please stand.

** Ushers will seat latecomers at this time.

Peachtree is a community of Jesus followers inviting people to follow God in heart, mind, and strength.

If your young child needs attention during worship, live broadcasts of the service are available in the Williams Center and the Mothers and Infants Room off of the Williams Center.

The beautiful flowers in the Sanctuary this morning are given to the glory of God and in Loving Memory of: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Graham by Mr. and Mrs. Daniel McGlaughlin

LEADING THE WORSHIP MILESTONES TODAY IN WORSHIP

8:45Chuck Roberts Pastor for Congregational LifeJay Madden Pastor for MissionVicki Harrington Franch Pastor for Pastoral Care

10:00Vic Pentz Senior PastorMarnie Crumpler Executive Pastor Mark Crumpler Pastor for Teaching & Spiritual Formation

11:15Chuck Roberts Pastor for Congregational LifeMark Crumpler Pastor for Teaching & Spiritual Formation Nancy Matossian Minister to Families

Leading the MusicThe Chancel ChoirMary Hoffman Director of MusicKenneth Axelson OrganistAndy Bayles Staff PianistBenito Thompson ViolinGuang Wang CelloButch Sievers Percussion

Lighting the CandlesRachel Axelson, Lindsay Little 8:45Makayla Kontz, Hayden Shoup 10:00

Placing the BibleTerry Moore 8:45Jay O’Meara 10:00Dan Pattillo 11:15

WeddingLindsey Polonec & Boyd McCarter 9/20Wilson Chapel

Britney Barge & Cale Nelson 9/20Sanctuary

HospitalsJackie DrakeGolden Living, Marietta

Esther LiddellEmeritus at Vinings

Al SaylorSt. Joseph

Member DeathJean Manker 9/9

Family Member DeathsJanis Coker 9/9Mother of Nina Richards

Caroline Westmoreland Davis 9/2Mother of Dr. Lewis Davis

Amber Marie Ensign 9/10Granddaughter of Edgar Hollingsworth

Beth Brown Norris 9/10Former wife of Edgar Hollingsworth

Jean Ward 9/1Grandmother of Suzann Moore; great- grandmother of Kate & Terry Moore

In God’s story we find our own story.

The Story Group SignupsDive deeper into the power of God’s story through our 8-week group study beginning September 28.

Connect and grow in your relationship with Jesus and with others. Choose among women’s groups, men’s groups, young adult groups, parent groups and community groups.

Groups will meet weekly, about an hour and a half, and you’ll receive a specially written curriculum to help you learn more about how your story fits into the greatest story ever told.

Sign up in the Williams Center, in the Lodge lobby, and online.

peachtree-church.org/storyseries

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Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget none of His benefits. —Psalm 103:2The reasons to praise and thank God in our lives are too many to count, if we stop running and notice them. Our homes, our work, our church—the blessings are everywhere. In the coming weeks we’ll be capturing the thousands of reasons for our hearts to praise. What reasons can you name?

FALL BIBLE STUDIESLooking for a way to grow your faith and build relationships? Peachtree offers a breadth of opportunities to study with other believers to learn more about God and His Word. peachtree-church.org/biblestudies

SAVE THE DATEPhilip Yancey has more than 15 million books in print and is published in 35 languages worldwide, making him one of history’s best-selling evangelical Christian authors. Come hear this leading writer and thinker.

LAAMISTAD ANNUAL GALAOn Saturday, September 27, you’re invited to attend the first annual black tie LaAmistad Gala at the W Hotel in Buckhead. Information and registration found online.laamistadinc.org/gala

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