WE’RE GLAD YOU’VE JOINED US TODAY.

WHO WE ARE.

• We are a community of city-centred, gospel-focused people striving to serve and renew Toronto through the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

WHO WE WELCOME.

• We welcome people of all races, ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds and faiths – both religious and irreligious.

WHO WE BELIEVE IN.

• We believe Christ is relevant to every person in every situation, and we want to help you discover him.

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GOD CALLS

CALL TO WORSHIP

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— based on Psalm 121:1-4 (NRSV)

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LEADER:

I lift up my eyes to the mountains—

where does my help come from?

ALL:

My help comes from the Lord,

the Maker of heaven and earth.

LEADER:

The Lord is your keeper;

the Lord is your shade at your right hand.

ALL:

The Lord will keep us from all evil;

he will keep your life.

Praise the Lord!

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SONG - GOD OF WONDERS

(© 2000 Never Say Never Songs | New Spring | Meaux Mercy | Storm Boy Music. CCLI # 3118757.)

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Lord of all creation

Of water earth and sky

The heavens are Your tabernacle

Glory to the Lord on high

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God of wonders beyond our galaxy

You are holy holy

The universe declares Your majesty

You are holy holy

Lord of heaven and earth

Lord of heaven and earth

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Early in the morning

I will celebrate the light

When I stumble in the darkness

I will call Your name by night

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Hallelujah (to the Lord of heaven and earth)

Hallelujah (to the Lord of heaven and earth)

Hallelujah (to the Lord of heaven and earth)

You are holy

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God of wonders beyond our galaxy

You are holy holy

Precious Lord reveal Your heart to me

Father hold me hold me

The universe declares Your majesty

You are holy

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SONG - WHOM SHALL I FEAR (GOD OF ANGEL ARMIES)

(© 2012 Capitol CMG Paragon; McTyeire Music; S. D. G. Publishing; Twelve Lions Music; Worship Together Music. CCLI # 6440288)

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You hear me when I call

You are my morning song

Though darkness fills the night

It cannot hide the light

Whom shall I fear

You crush the enemy underneath my feet

You are my sword and shield

Though troubles linger still

Whom shall I fear

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I know Who goes before me

I know Who stands behind

The God of angel armies is always by my side

The One who reigns forever

He is a friend of mine

The God of angel armies is always by my side

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My strength is in Your name

For You alone can save

You will deliver me

Yours is the victory

Whom shall I fear

Whom shall I fear

(Whom shall I fear)

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(And) nothing formed against me shall stand

You hold the whole world in Your hands

I'm holding on to Your promises

You are faithful

You are faithful

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SONG - O COME TO THE ALTAR

(© 2015 © Be Essential Songs. CCLI # 7051511)

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Are you hurting and broken within

Overwhelmed by the weight of your sin

Jesus is calling

Have you come to the end of yourself

Do you thirst for a drink from the well

Jesus is calling

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O come to the altar

The Father's arms are open wide

Forgiveness was bought with

The precious blood of Jesus Christ

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Leave behind your regrets and mistakes

Come today there's no reason to wait

Jesus is calling

Bring your sorrows and trade them for joy

From the ashes a new life is born

Jesus is calling

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Oh what a Savior

Isn't he wonderful

Sing alleluia Christ is risen

Bow down before him

For he is Lord of all

Sing alleluia Christ is risen

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Bear your cross as you wait for the crown

Tell the world of the treasure you've found

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GOD CLEANSES

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PRAYER OF CONFESSION

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—Psalm 130, NRSV

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LEADER:

Out of the depths I cry to you, O LORD.

ALL:

Lord, hear my voice!

LEADER:

Let your ears be attentive

to the voice of my supplications!

ALL:

If you, O LORD, should mark iniquities,

Lord, who could stand?

LEADER:

But there is forgiveness with you,

so that you may be revered.

ALL:

I wait for the LORD, my soul waits,

and in his word I hope;

my soul waits for the Lord

more than those who watch for the morning,

more than those who watch for the morning.

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SILENT CONFESSION

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE

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—Psalm 145:13-14, NRSV

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The LORD is faithful in all his words,

and gracious in all his deeds.

The LORD upholds all who are falling,

and raises up all who are bowed down.

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SONG OF ASSURANCE - IN CONTROL

(© 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia. CCLI Song # 7068425)

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From heaven You can hear

I know You're drawing near as I worship

Held within Your love

The wind and waves will come

But I will stay here

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I lift my hands to heaven

Here my heart surrendered

I tell my soul again

You are Lord of all

Though the seas are raging

You will speak and tame them

In You I find my rest

You are in control

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Through valleys I will trust

Your Spirit is enough to keep me walking

You guide my ev'ry step

Speak life to me again

Lord I need You oh I need You

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I will trust in only You

No one can add to Your perfection

You're the beginning and the end

More than I can comprehend

There is no one like You (no one) (Jesus)

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In You I find my rest

You are in control

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PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH AND THE CITY

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COMMUNITY LIFE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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ALPHA

• Curious about Christianity? If you're exploring Christianity, this group is a space to ask questions and explore faith. For Christians, this group offers a chance to connect with others and see how Grace Toronto Church walks alongside those exploring faith. ALPHA is a 10 week course that begins April 9th and ends June 11th. Sign up at gracetoronto.ca/events.

GT KIDS POTLUCK

• Bring your favourite main dish to share! Family Ministry is hosting a potluck for all interested GT Kids families on March 29th right after the first service. Save the date! Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

COMMUNION VOLUNTEERS

• We are still in need of 20 volunteers to help serve communion in both services. If you are interested in serving, please email communion@gracetoronto.ca

FAMILY TALKS

• Join us for our next Family Talks Seminar on Saturday, March 28th from 9-11:30 am. This month we're looking at how families can cultivate healthy rhythms of Sabbath rest. Breakfast is included! Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

GOOD FRIDAY

• Join us for a joint Good Friday service with on April 3rd from 7-8:30 PM at St. Paul's on Bloor Street.

VBS REGISTRATION

• Join us for VBS! This year's theme is "Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God. We will be running a joint VBS with St. Paul's on Bloor from July 6th to 10th from 9 am to 4 pm. Registration is now open at gracetoronto.ca/events.

‍PRAYER FOR THE WEEK

• LIVING WATER (John 4:7-14) Jesus offers the Samaritan woman living water that satisfies eternally. Consider the areas in your life where you seek satisfaction in temporary things. Pray for a deeper thirst for God and the living water He provides.

SUPPORT

• If you are in any form of need or if you are able to help others, please visit http://www.gracetoronto.ca/help  or visit http://www.gracetoronto.ca/prayer  to submit your prayers.

DIACONATE

• The Diaconate exists to contribute to the flourishing of gospel-centered community by meeting the practical needs of our church community, and extending help and compassion to those experiencing hardship or difficult circumstances. Click here for more information.

OFFERING

• To set up your online giving or to learn more about giving options, visitgracetoronto.ca/give.

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GOD COMMUNES

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SCRIPTURE READING

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James 5:7-12

Patience in Suffering

7 Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. 8 You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near. 9 Don’t grumble against one another, brothers and sisters, or you will be judged. The Judge is standing at the door!

10 Brothers and sisters, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. 11 As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.

12 Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple “Yes” or “No.” Otherwise you will be condemned.

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SERMON

Tarak George

Q&A

Text your questions to 416-830-0335

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SONG OF RESPONSE - I WILL WAIT FOR YOU

(© 2018 Getty Music Publishing; Jordan Kauflin Music; Matthew Merker Music; Townend Songs. CCLI Song # 7118914)

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Out of the depths I cry to You

In darkest places I will call

Incline Your ear to me anew

And hear my cry for mercy Lord

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Were You to count my sinful ways

How could I come before Your throne

Yet full forgiveness meets my gaze

I stand redeemed by grace alone

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I will wait for You I will wait for You

On Your word I will rely

I will wait for You surely wait for You

Till my soul is satisfied

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So put Your hope in God alone

Take courage in His power to save

Completely and forever won

By Christ emerging from the grave

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His steadfast love has made a way

And God Himself has paid the price

That all who trust in Him today

Find healing in His sacrifice

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I will wait for You I will wait for You

Through the storm and through the night

I will wait for You surely wait for You

For Your love is my delight

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COMMUNION
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PRAYER FOR THOSE SEARCHING FOR TRUTH

Lord Jesus, you claim to be the way, the truth, and the life.  Grant that I might be undaunted by the cost of following you as I consider the reasons for doing so. If what you claim is true, please guide me, teach me, and open me to the reality of who you are.  Give me an understanding of you that is coherent, convincing and that leads to the life you promise.  Amen.

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PRAYER OF BELIEF

Lord Jesus Christ, I admit that I am weaker and more sinful than I ever dared admit, but through you I am more loved and accepted than I ever dared hope.  I thank you for paying my debt on the cross, taking what I deserved in order to offer me complete forgiveness. Knowing that you have been raised from the dead, I turn from my sins and receive you as my Saviour and Lord.  Amen.

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GOD COMMISSIONS

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BENEDICTION

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—Numbers 6:24-26

The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.

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PRAYER

Would you like prayer?  Send us an email at prayer@gracetoronto.ca.  We would love to intercede for you!

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