Tag: Fairest Lord Jesus

Friday 28th June 2024

“On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Now both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the wedding. 3 And when they ran out of wine, the mother of Jesus said to Him, “They have no wine.” 4 Jesus said to her, “Woman, what does your concern have to do with Me? My hour has not yet come.” 5 His mother said to the servants, “Whatever He says to you, do it.”” John 2:1-5 NKJV

Almighty and Everlasting God,

John gives us this glimpse into Jesus normal life before He completely stepped away from home to begin his ministry. Many have used this occasion to show You approve of wine drinking, and weddings. But for me it speaks about Your humanity and divinity. Your sense of family and service.

On the cusp of ministry as the Son of God you attend a wedding. A happy event but a little embarrassing because the hospitality drink had run out. No pub cellar to come to the rescue or caterers! And his mother speaks to Him as if she knows He can sort it! How did she know?

Jesus is not sure this is time for a miracle – yet – he does as His earthly mother asks. His humanity, answering His mothers request. His divinity, providing not just more wedding wine – but a great vintage wine. ( John 2:10).

Thank You that the more we read Your Word the more we see You in Your Son. And we cannot but give thanks that You came among us, as one of us and touched us with the divine. We too are changed, not from water to the best wine but from sinners to saints (one of God’s chosen and forgiven children). And You are saving the best till last, for when we see You face to face.

In Jesus name we pray.

Suggestions for prayer . . .
Almighty and everlasting God,

For our family, friends, neighbours. Touch their lives with the best of Your love and provision,
For our Ministers, lay leaders, church members. Drop blessings before them and refresh them.
For the Royal family. Ongoing health and joy in service.
For our nation and the members yet to be elected to Parliament. Encourage true hearts.
For athletes preparing for the Olympics. For good venues and accommodation.
For Gaza, and the Middle East. A change to lasting solutions for peace and the good of all.
For Ukraine, an end to war. Speak to Russian leaders and decision makers unexpectedly for peace.
For our County and its local councils and the MPs yet to be elected.
For those who need Your touch today to heal, help or perhaps hinder from doing evil.
For alcoholics and addicts. Be their constant strength and support. Freedom.
For us in the midst of whatever we are doing today to know we drink the best, the water of life. Hear and meet our needs for today.

In Jesus name we pray, Amen.

Worship Friday 28th June 2024
A song never far from my mind. The first verse addresses Jesus. Verses 2 and 3 are sung to ourselves and each other. Then Verse 4 is a crescendo, a peon of praise and worship to the Son of God, Son of man. And I love all the beautiful faces and fidgeting in the video.!

Fairest Lord Jesus, 
ruler of all nature, 
O thou of God and man the Son, 
Thee will I cherish, 
Thee will I honor, 
thou, my soul’s glory, joy, and crown.

Fair are the meadows, 
fairer still the woodlands, 
robed in the blooming garb of spring: 
Jesus is fairer, 
Jesus is purer 
who makes the woeful heart to sing.

Fair is the sunshine, 
fairer still the moonlight, 
and all the twinkling starry host: 
Jesus shines brighter, 
Jesus shines purer 
than all the angels heaven can boast.

Beautiful Savior! 
Lord of all the nations! 
Son of God and Son of Man! 
Glory and honor, 
praise, adoration, 
now and forevermore be thine.

Lyrics: Anonymous

Sunday 9th June 2024

“Dear friends, although I have been eager to write to you about our common salvation, I now feel compelled instead to write to encourage you to contend earnestly for the faith that was once for all entrusted to the saints.4 For certain men have secretly slipped in among you—men who long ago were marked out for the condemnation I am about to describe—ungodly men who have turned the grace of our God into a license for evil and who deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ.” Jude 1:3,4 NET

Lord God Almighty,

Compelled is a strong word. The KJV says diligence. Still a strong word. The church was at risk from people who were not just watering down the gospel but who denied Christ. And I think, well, thank goodness my fellowship is made up of people who believe in You or who are wanting to know more about You. But outside the church people believe in all sorts.

I only have to switch on my TV to hear people speaking about evolution in an educated and assumed manner. Speaking as if no-one could still believe in a creator God. Who will willingly take Your name in vain but would never mock other religions. How we need to be sure of what we believe when we are subtly drip fed the opposite. Keep us in fellowship with believers, in the Bible and with You.

The world does not change, man does not change. Man still wants to be God or have a God he can understand and worship what ever he loves most. Thank You for finding us, saving us, and remaining with us. Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, today and forever (Hebrews 13:8).

In Jesus name we pray, Amen.

Lord God Almighty,

For our family and friends and neighbours. All they physically need and for their eyes to see You.
For our Ministers, lay leaders, church members. To be a witness to You and a place to find hope.
For our nation and the Government we need for the future. Shake up with love, mercy and peace..
For Ukraine, a powerful move of Your Spirit to change circumstances and end war.
For the widows and orphans of war.
For refugees who have settled here, opportunity for rebuilding their lives and families.
For undercover missionaries working overseas supporting underground churches.
For Gaza, and the Middle East. A move forward past history and vengeance to make peace.
For industry and employment and the health of our nation’s economy.
For our young people and their futures.
For our justice system to work with justice, love, mercy and peace and public protection.
For us to have a day of rest in mind, body and spirit. Whether at home, work or away. Busy or resting.

In Jesus name we pray, Amen

Worship Sunday 9th June 2024
There is a spoken introduction to the song. I love hymns that paint pictures in my mind.

Fairest Lord Jesus,
ruler of all nature,
O thou of God and man the Son,
Thee will I cherish,
Thee will I honor,
thou, my soul’s glory, joy, and crown.

Fair are the meadows,
fairer still the woodlands,
robed in the blooming garb of spring:
Jesus is fairer,
Jesus is purer
who makes the woeful heart to sing.

Fair is the sunshine,
fairer still the moonlight,
and all the twinkling starry host:
Jesus shines brighter,
Jesus shines purer
than all the angels heaven can boast.

Beautiful Savior!
Lord of all the nations!
Son of God and Son of Man!
Glory and honour,
praise, adoration,
now and forevermore be thine
now and forevermore be thine.

Lyrics: Anonymous

Sunday 22nd October 2023

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind.” John 1:1-4 NIV

Lord God,

It seems right to take a break from the ten times You spoke in creation and the ten commandments and just worship today. Starting at the beginning! John began his gospel at the beginning. He puts Jesus in You as part of You in Trinity before creation even began. Jesus was not just a good man, not just a martyr, not just a moral teacher.

He was God, You with us, You in person. And He provided us with all that we lost through the fall. Forgiveness for sin, a personal relationship with You and a future beyond this life as we know it.

So today it is good to just rest our hearts and minds. Think about You and allow Your Holy Spirit to refresh us as we consider the beauty of Jesus.

Worship Sunday 22nd October 2023

Fairest Lord Jesus,
ruler of all nature,
O thou of God and man the Son,
Thee will I cherish,
Thee will I honor,
thou, my soul’s glory, joy, and crown.

Fair are the meadows,
fairer still the woodlands,
robed in the blooming garb of spring:
Jesus is fairer,
Jesus is purer
who makes the woeful heart to sing.

Fair is the sunshine,
fairer still the moonlight,
and all the twinkling starry host:
Jesus shines brighter,
Jesus shines purer
than all the angels heaven can boast.

Beautiful Savior!
Lord of all the nations!
Son of God and Son of Man!
Glory and honor,
praise, adoration,
now and forevermore be thine.

Lyrics: Anonymous

Lord God,

We pray:

For all our family, friends, neighbours, our church family.
For our church fellowship and our ministers and pastors and Bible Teachers.
For Gaza and the Middle East, not just containment but an end to the terrorism without bloodshed. A miracle Lord.
For Putin, the Russian people that they would withdraw and consider peace. End war in Ukraine.
For help, relief and comfort for those in need in Afghanistan, Libya and Morocco. For ongoing aid and medical agencies.
For all those who need a day of rest and have to work. For those who need to be able to find rest for their minds and hearts.
For ourselves, that we would experience Your peace today.

In Jesus name we pray, Amen.