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

—from Psalm 86:8-10, NRSV

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LEADER:

There is none like you, O Lord,

nor are there any works like yours.

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ALL:

All the nations you have made shall come

and bow down before you, O Lord,

and shall glorify your name.

For you are great and do wondrous things,

you alone are God.

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SONG - THERE IS NONE LIKE YOU

(© 1991 Integrity's Hosanna! Music. CCLI Song # 674545.)

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There is none like You

No one else can touch

My heart like You do

I could search

For all eternity Lord and find

There is none like You

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Your mercy flows like a river wide

And healing comes from Your hands

Suffering children are safe in Your arms

There is none like You

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SONG - HOLY FOREVER

(© 2022 Brian and Jenn Publishing; Capitol CMG Paragon; S. D. G. Publishing; Be Essential Songs; My Magnolia Music; Phil Wickham Music; Simply Global Songs; Bethel Music Publishing. CCLI Song # 7201044)

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A thousand generations falling down in worship

To sing the song of ages to the Lamb

And all who've gone before us

And all who will believe

Will sing the song of ages to the Lamb

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Your name is the highest

Your name is the greatest

Your name stands above them all

All thrones and dominions

All powers and positions

Your name stands above them all

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And the angels cry Holy

All creation cries Holy

You are lifted high Holy

Holy forever

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If you've been forgiven and if you've been redeemed

Sing the song forever to the Lamb

If you walk in freedom and if you bear His name

Sing the song forever to the Lamb

We'll sing the song forever and amen

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Hear Your people sing Holy

To the King of Kings Holy

You will always be Holy

Holy forever

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You will always be Holy

Holy forever

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SONG - THE STAND

© 2005 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing. CCLI Song # 4705248

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You stood before creation

Eternity in Your hand

You spoke the earth into motion

My soul now to stand

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You stood before my failure

And carried the cross for my shame

My sin weighed upon Your shoulders

My soul now to stand

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So what can I say

And what can I do

But offer this heart O God

Completely to You

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So I'll walk upon salvation

Your Spirit alive in me

My life to declare Your promise

My soul now to stand

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So I'll stand

With arms high and heart abandoned

In awe of the One who gave it all

I'll stand

My soul Lord to You surrendered

All I am is Yours

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GOD CLEANSES

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PRAYER OF CONFESSION

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LEADER:

Lord God, we have given more weight to our successes

and our happiness than to your will.

We have eaten without a thought for the hungry.

We have spoken without an effort to understand others.

We have kept silence instead of telling the truth.

We have judged others, forgetful that you alone are the Judge.

We have acted rather in accordance with our opinions

than according to your commands.

Within your church we have been slow to practice love of our neighbors.

And in the world we have not been your faithful servants.

Forgive us and help us to live as disciples of Jesus Christ,

your Son, our saviour.

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ALL:

Amen.

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SILENT CONFESSION

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE

—1 Peter 2:24, NRSV

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He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that, free from sins,

we might live for righteousness;

by his wounds you have been healed.

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SONG OF ASSURANCE - BECAUSE HE LIVES

(© 1971 William J. Gaither, Inc. CCLI # 16880)

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God sent His Son they called Him Jesus

He came to love heal and forgive

He bled and died to buy my pardon

An empty grave is there to prove

My Savior lives

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Because He lives I can face tomorrow

Because He lives all fear is gone

Because I know He holds the future

And life is worth the living

Just because He lives

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How sweet to hold our newborn baby

And feel the pride and joy he gives

But greater still the calm assurance

This child can face uncertain days

Because Christ lives

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And then one day I'll cross that river

I'll fight life's final war with pain

And then as death gives way to vict'ry

I'll see the lights of glory

And I'll know He reigns

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PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH AND THE CITY

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COMMUNITY LIFE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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MISSIONS MONTH

• We’re halfway through Missions Month! Join us for the next two Sundays as we continue exploring God’s heart for the nations. Hear stories of courage and faith, and discover how you can make an impact locally and globally. Don’t miss the Missions Fair on Nov 30 after both services. Pre-service prayers at 8:45 & 10:45am will focus on our missionaries

GT KIDS GALA

• Winter Gala is back! Invite your friends and neighbours and register today. Hope to see you December 6th from 3-6pm at Grace Toronto Church. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY CHRISTMAS BRUNCH

• All ladies are warmly invited to the annual Women's Ministry Christmas Brunch on Sunday, December 7th at 11 AM in St. Andrew's Hall (upstairs). Bring a friend (or two!) for this joyful time of fellowship and food as we reflect on the enduring significance of Christ's incarnation in our lives today. Register online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

GT MEN CHRISTMAS DINNER

• Join us for a festive night of fellowship, food, and encouragement! Come enjoy a delicious turkey dinner, fun games with prizes, and hear a testimony of God's work. Purchase your ticket online at gracetoronto.ca/events.

SLEEPING BAG DRIVE

• Jericho Road Ministry is collecting NEW winter sleeping bags (-10c or lower) for our homeless neighbours in need. Please drop them off by the entrance to the sanctuary.

‍PRAYER FOR THE WEEK

• KINGDOM (Revelation 19:11-16) Christ reigns as King of kings and Lord of lords. Reflect on what it means to live as a citizen of His kingdom. Pray for a heart that submits to His rule and lives for His glory, longing for His return.

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.
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OFFERING

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GOD COMMUNES

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SCRIPTURE READING

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Matthew 28: 16-20

16 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

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SERMON

Dan MacDonald

Q&A

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SONG OF RESPONSE - LET YOUR KINGDOM COME

(© 2006 Sovereign Grace Praise. CCLI Song # 4804046.)

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Your glorious cause O God

Engages our hearts

May Jesus Christ be known

Wherever we are

We ask not for ourselves

But for Your renown

The cross has saved us so we pray

Your kingdom come

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Let Your kingdom come

Let Your will be done

So that ev’ryone might know Your Name

Let Your song be heard ev’rywhere on earth

Till Your sov’reign work on earth is done

Let Your kingdom come

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Give us Your strength O God

And courage to speak

Perform Your wondrous deeds

Through those who are weak

Lord use us as You want

Whatever the test

By grace we'll preach Your Gospel till

Our dying breath

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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

—Matthew 28:19-20, NIV

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Go and make disciples of all nations,

baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,

and teaching them to obey everything Christ has commanded you.

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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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