Worship Program - 11/30/25
- Pastor Gary
- 14 minutes ago
- 5 min read
Welcome to Worship
We’re so glad you’ve joined us for worship today. This Sunday is a special moment in the life of our church as two seasons meet. We come to the end of our journey through the life of David—a story filled with triumphs, failures, faith, and the unending grace of God. And at the very same time, we step into the season of Advent, a season that reminds us that every longing in Scripture, every unanswered question, and every search of the human heart ultimately leads us to Jesus.
As we close out David’s life this morning, we see again that even a great king couldn’t give God’s people the confidence and security they longed for. And as Advent begins, we’re invited to lift our eyes toward the One who can. Advent is a season of hope, of waiting, of looking for the Light that breaks through every darkness.
Whether you’re here every week or joining us for the first time, I pray that today you sense God’s presence, hear His Word, and find renewed hope as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ.
We’re glad you’re here. Welcome.
In Christ,
Pastor Gary
Order of Worship
Advent Reading | |
Welcome | |
Prayer of Adoration | |
Opening Worship | |
Prayer of Confession | |
Prayer of Intercession | |
Message | The Search Continues 2 Samuel 24:1-25 Rev Gary Priddy |
Next Steps | |
What you can do for a “next step” of faith. | |
Prayer of Thanksgiving | |
Benediction |
Life is much more than an accident. Wherever I go, I believe God needs me there. Wherever I am, I trust God has put me there. He has a purpose for me being there - Christ, alive in me, wants to do something through me, no matter where I am. I believe this and go in His grace and His love and His power.
Songs for Worship
Wesley Chape 163 Come Thou Long Expected Jesus 162 O Come O Come Emmanuel 171 Life Up Your Heads Ye Mighty Gates | Rock Hall Church O come O Come Emmaunel Come Thou Long Expected Jesus How Great is Our God How Deep the Father’s Love |
Sermon Outline
DAVID #38: The Search Continues
2 Samuel 24:1-25
We love to count what we have; God cares that we remember Who gave it.
Prosperity is a gift to enjoy with gratitude, not a score to measure ourselves by.
2 Sam 24:1–10, Deut 8:10–18, Psa 24:1, James 1:17, 1 Tim 6:17, Luke 12:16–21
We start to count on our blessings; God is jealous to be the One we count on.
When our security shifts from the Giver to the gifts, God lovingly exposes our idols.
2 Sam 24:11–15, Ex 34:14, Psa 20:7, Jer 2:13, Matt 6:24, James 4:4–5
In the end, what really counts is worship that costs us something.
God turns dangerous prosperity back into blessing when we offer it back to Him in costly obedience.
2 Sam 24:18–25, Rom 12:1, Luke 9:23, 2 Cor 5:15, 2 Cor 8:1–5, Luke 1:38
Bottom Line:
“Prosperity is a blessing—until it’s not.”
TAKE IT HOME:
Continuing the search… this week.
Deut. 8:10–14
Where have I begun relying on what I have instead of Who gave it?
What daily blessing do I need to thank God for this week?
Ps. 20:7
What “chariots or horses” am I tempted to count on for security right now?
How would my prayers change if God became my first confidence again?
2 Sam. 24:24
What step of obedience is God asking of me that may cost something?
How could this Advent be a season of trusting Him more than my comfort?
This Week's Announcements:
Daily Devotional Reading:
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Prayer Request Policy Change In order to maintain a more current prayer list, we provide a copy of this past week’s prayer requests. Submit prayer requests using the prayer request cards in the pews or the digital prayer request form on our website: pray.yourrhc.com Please make sure you have permission to share other’s information.
Current Prayer Requests
Our children and youth ministries
Caregivers and first responders
Our nation’s leaders
Healing of our nation
People battling addictions
Single parents and their kids
Pastor Gary and family
Dickie & Bettie Porter
Hubbard & Sharon Kendall
Joan & Mike Melvin
Joanne Carson
Audra Ashley
Marie Usilton
Diane McIntyre
Elma (Sis) Myers
Joe Holliday
JJ Foote
Dickie Jamar
Pam & Tom Glenn
Ed Pickering
Lisa Stottlemyer
Edna Cox
Shirley Spagnolo
Rick & Mary Etta Reedy
Elmer & Marsha Gustafson
Susan Medley
Janie Comegys
Family of Dean Wood
David Black
Sam Kuma
Grant Stoops
Active Military & their families including:
Trevion Hopkins
Kyle Schauber
Brock Willey
Makenzie Williams
Steve McCarthy
Geoffrey Andersen
Jonathan Conner
Dante Spagnolo
This week's prayer focus:
Join us in focused and specific prayer for our church, our community, and our world. Be prepared to see God do great things as we collectively turn to Him in prayer.
Sunday – Our Worship
Jesus, draw our hearts to You. Quiet our minds and help us worship with gratitude and sincerity. Make us a people who love Your presence more than anything else. Psalm 95:6
Monday – Our Community
Lord, open our eyes to the needs around us. Help us love our neighbors well and reflect Your kindness in every place You send us this week. Jeremiah 29:7
Tuesday – Our Holiness
Holy Spirit, make us more like Jesus. Expose what pulls us from You and form in us purity, humility, and obedience that honor Your name. 1 Peter 1:15–16
Wednesday – Our Family
God, guard our homes with Your peace. Heal what is wounded, strengthen what is weak, and unite our families in Your love. Colossians 3:13–14
Thursday – Christians Around the World
Lord, uphold believers facing hardship. Give them courage, hope, and perseverance as they shine Your light where it’s costly. Hebrews 13:3
Friday – Our Nation
God, guide our leaders and heal our divisions. Turn our nation toward justice, mercy, and truth rooted in You. 1 Timothy 2:1–2
Saturday – Our Calling
Jesus, send us as Your witnesses. Use our words and actions to draw others to You. Help us walk worthy of the calling You’ve given us. Ephesians 4:1
This week’s events:
Monday:
6:00 pm - Study Group at Debbie Elburn’s
6:30 pm - Women’s Bible Study @Nancy Walls’
Tuesday:
10:00 am - Bible Study Group @RHCCC
Wednesday:
3:30 - 6:00 pm - RSK @ RHCCC
6:30 pm - Youth Group @RHCCC
Thursday:
7:30 pm - Praise Band practice @RHC
Saturday:
9:00 - Noon - Cookie Walk/Bake Sale @ WC Hall
Sunday:
9:30 am - Worship Celebration @WC
11:00 am - Worship Celebration @RHC
WC - Wesley Chapel
RHC - Rock Hall Church
RHCCC - Rock Hall Church Community Center
