22nd October 2023
Prepared by Rev. Saul Tadzaushe
‘Hope in times of uncertainty‘
Call : As we go into places of suffering, may your love wipe all tears away. As we go into places of hunger, may your love give bread and hope. As we go into places of fear, may your love provide peace and companionship. As we go into the world, may your love speak of grace, and sing of joy: Loving God, grant us the courage to go where you would send us.
Hymn : STF 11 Holy, Holy, Holy
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Holy, holy, holy!
Lord God Almighty
Early in the morning
Our song shall rise to Thee
Holy, holy, holy!
Merciful and mighty
God in three persons
Blessed Trinity!
Holy, holy, holy!
Though the darkness hide Thee
Though the eye of sinful man
Thy glory may not see
Only Thou art holy
There is none beside Thee
Perfect in power, in love and purity
Holy, holy, holy!
Lord God Almighty
All Thy works shall praise Thy name
In earth and sky and sea
Holy, holy, holy!
Merciful and mighty
God in three persons
Blessed Trinity
Tim Lauer / Reginald Heber / John B Dykes Holy, Holy, Holy lyrics © Tcf Music Publishing Inc
Forever God is faithful, Forever God is strong, Forever God is with us,
Let us adore him from the rising to the setting sun, his love endures Forever. Amen.
Hymn : STF 51 Great is thy faithfulness
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Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father
There is no shadow of turning with Thee
Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not
As Thou hast been, Thou forever will be
Great is Thy faithfulness
Great is Thy faithfulness
Morning by morning new mercies I see
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me
Summer and winter and springtime and harvest
Sun, moon and stars in their courses above
Join with all nature in manifold witness
To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love
Great is Thy faithfulness
Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth
Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide
Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow
Blessings all mine with 10, 000 beside
Great is Thy faithfulness
Songwriters: Thomas Chisholm / William Runyan / Joey Stamper / Chad Matthew Graham Great Is Thy Faithfulness lyrics © So Essential Tunes, Be Essential Songs, Tcf Music Publishing Inc, Hill And Range Songs Inc, Every Nation Songcasting
Bible Readings :
Jeremiah 29:11;
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Romans 8:28;
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who[a] have been called according to his purpose.
Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.
Hymn : STF 502 I know that my Redeemer lives
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I know that my Redeemer lives;
what comfort this sweet sentence gives!
He lives, He lives, who once was dead;
He lives, my everlasting Head.
He lives to bless me with His love,
He lives to plead for me above,
He lives my hungry soul to feed,
He lives to help in time of need.
He lives and grants me daily breath;
He lives and I shall conquer death;
He lives my mansion to prepare;
He lives to bring me safely there.
He lives, all glory to His name!
He lives, my Jesus, still the same.
Oh, the sweet joy this sentence gives,
“I know that my Redeemer lives!”
Samuel Medley (1775)
Sermon:
Let us pray for Palestine and Israel war; Russia and Ukraine .The innocent souls who are dying, suffering and disoriented.
Dear friends I would like to share with you on the subject of
Hope in times of uncertainty,
Hope in times of uncertainty ,
Hope in times of uncertainty.
In sickness, In financial challenges, In broken relationships, At a point in death. We All Need Hope at such moments.
Hope becomes even more crucial in our lives.
It is a reminder that we are not alone and that there is someone greater than ourselves guiding us through times of uncertainty.
As believers, we find Hope in our faith and trust in God’s plan for us. We can draw strength from knowing that God is sovereign and is in control, even when circumstances seem overwhelming.
Here are a few reminders to hold onto during times of uncertainty.
1 Trust God’s grace and promises. Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28; Psalm 46:1. Take time read and meditate on the provision of God.
2 Find support from friends, family community small groups you fellowship with, church members and times from good Samaritans.
3 Pray and seek God’s guidance and wisdom like king Solomon. God is the source of all wisdom. Be connected to the source through prayer and meditation.
4 Practice self -care. Take care of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. You have to eat well, you have to exercise , go to the park, river, beach, holiday and other places of interest for relaxation and rejuvenation.
No one will do these things for you. Looking after yourself is a necessity of hope in times of uncertainty.
Surrender your life to Jesus. Christ is our Hope .He is our helper in times of need. He has gone to heaven to prepare a better home for us. He gives us comfort, strength and reassurance in the midst of any uncertainty through the power of the Holy spirit.
May God’s grace and hope fill your hearts and sustain you through all seasons of life. Amen.
Blessings to you all