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

—Psalm 24:7-10, NIV

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LEADER:

Lift up your heads, O you gates;

be lifted up, you ancient doors,

that the King of glory may come in.

Who is this King of glory?

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ALL:

The LORD strong and mighty,

the LORD mighty in battle.

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LEADER:

Who is he, this King of glory?

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ALL:

The LORD Almighty—

he is the King of glory.

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SONG - SING TO THE KING

(© 2003 CCLI # 4010902)

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Sing to the King Who is coming to reign

Glory to Jesus the Lamb that was slain

Life and salvation His empire shall bring

And joy to the nations when Jesus is King

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Come let us sing a song

A song declaring that we belong to Jesus

He is all we need

Lift up a heart of praise

Sing now with voices raised to Jesus

Sing to the King

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For His returning we watch and we pray

We will be ready the dawn of that day

We'll join in singing with all the redeemed

'Cause Satan is vanquished and Jesus is King

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SONG - YOU ARE GOOD

(© 2001 Integrity's Praise! Music. CCLI # 3383788)

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Lord You are good

And Your mercy endureth forever

Lord You are good

And Your mercy endureth forever

People from every nation and tongue

From generation to generation

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We worship You

Hallelujah hallelujah

We worship You for who You are

We worship You

Hallelujah hallelujah

We worship You for who You are

For You are good

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You are good all the time

All the time You are good

You are good all the time

All the time You are good

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For who You are for who You are

You are good You are good

You are good good good

Yes You are yes You are yes You are

Yes You are yes You are

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SONG - WORTHY OF IT ALL

(© 2012 Common Hymnal Publishing; Innerland; Underground Treasure; Wayfinder Music.CCLI Song # 6280644)

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All the saints and angels

Bow before Your throne

All the elders cast their crowns

Before the Lamb of God and sing

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You are worthy of it all

You are worthy of it all

For from You are all things

And to You are all things

You deserve the glory

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Day and night night and day let incense arise

Day and night night and day let incense arise

Day and night night and day let incense arise

Day and night night and day let incense arise

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GOD CLEANSES

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PRAYER OF CONFESSION

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LEADER:

Eternal God, we confess that often we have failed

to be an obedient church:

we have not done your will;

we have broken your law;

we have rebelled against your love;

we have not loved our neighbors;

we have not heard the cry of the needy.

Forgive us, we pray.

Free us for joyful obedience.

Through Jesus Christ, our Lord.

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ALL:

Amen.

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SILENT CONFESSION

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE

—John 1:12, NIV

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To all who received him,

to those who believed in his name,

he gave the right to become children of God.

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SONG OF ASSURANCE - O PRAISE THE NAME

((© 2015 Hillsong Music Publishing. CCLI# 7037787.)

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I cast my mind to Calvary

Where Jesus bled and died for me

I see His wounds His hands His feet

My Saviour on that cursed tree

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His body bound and drenched in tears

They laid Him down in Joseph's tomb

The entrance sealed by heavy stone

Messiah still and all alone

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O praise the Name of the Lord our God

O praise His Name forevermore

For endless days we will sing Your praise

Oh Lord oh Lord our God

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Then on the third at break of dawn

The Son of heaven rose again

O trampled death where is your sting

The angels roar for Christ the King

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He shall return in robes of white

The blazing sun shall pierce the night

And I will rise among the saints

My gaze transfixed on Jesus' face

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PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH AND THE CITY

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COMMUNITY LIFE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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GUIDED WINE TASTING

• Are you 35+? Join us  on November 14 for a tasting of fine wines! A certified sommelier will guide you, with lots of time to mingle and enjoy good company! Your $25 ticket covers the guided tasting, wine, and refreshments. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

IMPRINT MAGAZINE LAUNCH

• Join us for an evening of fellowship and readings as we celebrate the launch of Imprint issue #13: Taking Shape! Hosted in the St. Andrew’s Hall, come get your copy of the new issue and connect with writers, artists, and fellow readers to celebrate faithful art in our city. (Pre-order discount until Nov. 13.) More info at imprintmagazine.ca.

FRIDAY NIGHT AT GRACE

• It's time for Grace's house party! Board games, ceilidh dancing, and  karaoke - oh my! Grab your friends and make some new ones! Friday, November 21, 7:30-10 PM

‍PRAYER FOR THE WEEK

• FAITHFULNESS (Hebrews 12:1-2) We are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses who have run the race of faith before us. Reflect on their example and how God is calling you to run your own race. Pray for endurance and a heart fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.

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.

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GOD COMMUNES

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SCRIPTURE READING

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1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

12 Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. 13 Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. 14 And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone. 15 Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.

16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

19 Do not quench the Spirit. 20 Do not treat prophecies with contempt 21 but test them all; hold on to what is good, 22 reject every kind of evil.

23 May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 24 The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.

25 Brothers and sisters, pray for us. 26 Greet all God’s people with a holy kiss. 27 I charge you before the Lord to have this letter read to all the brothers and sisters.

28 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

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SERMON

Dan MacDonald

Q&A

Text your questions to 416-830-0335

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SONG OF RESPONSE - RESSURECTION

(© 2021 Hillsong MP Songs and Hillsong Music Publishing Australia. CCLI # 7184447)

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You’re turning over tables

And calling for return

To our lives upon the altar

The things we did at first

You’re clearing out the temple

You’re cleaning out the dirt

For we are Your territory

Lord we are Your Church

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We are Your people

You are our God

We are Your temple

Make us holy like You are

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You see a holy nation

A flock to consecrate

A chosen generation

A people called to pray

So help us God to please You

Where only You can see

For every moment matters in eternity

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We are Your people

You are our God

We are Your temple

Make us holy like You are

We are Your children

You’ve set us apart

God for Your glory

Make us holy like You are

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Mark Your people with Your presence

Make us a place where You delight to dwell

May we heed Your hand’s correction

Oh Lord our Shepherd

You do all things well

Your love as firm as it is tender

Your law is perfect

And Your judgments true

As we run to resurrender

You will restore what we return to You

You are restoring as we yield anew

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If You’re calling

We’re coming

We’re not walking

We’re running

God we need resurrender

So we resurrender

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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

—Romans 15:5, NIV

May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ

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PRAYER

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