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PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP
Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, the offspring of David, as preached in my gospel
2 Timothy 2:8
And you were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked,
following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience—
among whom we all once lived in the passions of our flesh, carrying out the desires of the flesh and the mind, and were by nature children of wrath, like the rest of mankind.
But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us,
even when we were dead in our trespasses,
made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved—
Ephesians 2:1-5
I waited patiently for the Lord;
he inclined to me and heard my cry.
He drew me up from the pit of destruction,
out of the miry bog,
and set my feet upon a rock,
making my steps secure.
He put a new song in my mouth,
a song of praise to our God.
Many will see and fear,
and put their trust in the Lord.
Psalm 40:1-3
Foreigners shall build up your walls,
and their kings shall minister to you;
for in my wrath I struck you,
but in my favor I have had mercy on you.
Isaiah 60:10
“The Psalms are the anatomy of the soul.”
– John Calvin
“If the beauty of what Jesus did moves you, that is the first step toward getting out of your own self-centeredness and fear into a trust relationship with him. When Jesus died for you he was, as it were, inviting you into the dance. He invites you to begin centering everything in your life on him, even as he has given himself for you.”
– Timothy Keller
“A saint is not someone who is good but who experiences the goodness of God.”
– Thomas Merton
“Joy tends to involve some transcendence of self… We can help create happiness, but we are seized by joy. We are pleased by happiness, but we are transformed by joy.”
– David Brooks
“Adam and Eve hid behind a tree, naked and conquered by shame.
But Jesus hung on a tree, naked, and conquered shame.
In Jesus, shame doesn’t have the last word.”
– Rich Villodas
WELCOME & CALL TO WORSHIP
Oh sing to the Lord a new song,
for he has done marvelous things!
His right hand and his holy arm
have worked salvation for him.
Psalm 98:1
Your Love Never Fails
[Verse 1]
Nothing can separate
Even if I ran away
Your love never fails
I know I still make mistakes
You have new mercies for me everyday
Your love never fails
[Chorus]
You stay the same through the ages
Your love never changes
There may be pain in the night
But joy comes in the morning
And when the oceans rage
I don’t have to be afraid
Because I know that You love me
Your love never fails
[Verse 2]
The wind is strong and the water’s deep
I’m not alone in these open seas
Your love never fails
The chasm is far too wide
I never thought I’d reach the other side
Your love never fails
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
‘Cause You make all things, work together for my good
You make all things, work together for my good
Here I Am to Worship
[Verse 1]
Light of the world
You stepped down into darkness
Opened my eyes and let me see
Beauty that made this heart adore You
Hope of a life spent with You
[Chorus]
Here I am to worship, here I am to bow down
Here I am to say that You’re my God
Altogether lovely, altogether worthy
Altogether wonderful to me
[Verse 2}
King of all days, oh so highly exalted
You’re glorious in heaven above, yes You are
Humbly You came to this Earth You created
All for love’s sake became poor
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
I’ll never know how much it cost
To see my sin up on that cross
I’ll never know how much it cost
To see my sin up on that cross
[Coda]
Majesty, worship His Majesty
Unto Jesus
Be all glory, honor, and praise
Majesty, kingdom authority
Flows from His throne
Unto His own
His anthem raise
So exalt, lift up on high
The name of Jesus
Magnify, come glorify
Christ Jesus the King
Majesty
Worship His majesty
Jesus, who died, now glorified
King of all kings
SCRIPTURE READING
Praise the Lord!
Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good,
for his steadfast love endures forever!
Who can utter the mighty deeds of the Lord,
or declare all his praise?
Blessed are they who observe justice,
who do righteousness at all times!
Remember me, O Lord, when you show favor to your people;
help me when you save them,
that I may look upon the prosperity of your chosen ones,
that I may rejoice in the gladness of your nation,
that I may glory with your inheritance.
Both we and our fathers have sinned;
we have committed iniquity; we have done wickedness.
Our fathers, when they were in Egypt,
did not consider your wondrous works;
they did not remember the abundance of your steadfast love,
but rebelled by the sea, at the Red Sea.
Yet he saved them for his name’s sake,
that he might make known his mighty power.
He rebuked the Red Sea, and it became dry,
and he led them through the deep as through a desert.
So he saved them from the hand of the foe
and redeemed them from the power of the enemy.
And the waters covered their adversaries;
not one of them was left.
Then they believed his words;
they sang his praise.
Psalm 106:1-12
SONG
Great is Thy Faithfulness
[Verse 1]
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 wilt be
[Refrain]
Great is thy faithfulness
Great is thy faithfulness
Morning by morning new mercies I see
All I have needed thy hand hast provided
Great is thy faithfulness
Lord unto me
[Verse 2]
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
[Verse 3]
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 and ten thousand beside.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
– Vessel Summer Retreat 8/14-16 in Idyllwild
– Olive Crest Backpack initiative 8/1 830am-1230pm
– Project Ropa Men’s Clothing Drive for work pants and shoes (and other clothing)
– KCC Basketball. 7/24 9pm-11pm
[Deacon Meeting 8/9]
OFFERTORY
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MONTHLY FINANCIAL UPDATE
Through June 2026
YTD 2026 Projected Giving: $363,027
YTD 2026 Actual Giving: $351,227
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SERMON
“Psalms: Declaration of Deliverance”
I will extol you, O Lord, for you have drawn me up
and have not let my foes rejoice over me.
2 O Lord my God, I cried to you for help,
and you have healed me.
3 O Lord, you have brought up my soul from Sheol;
you restored me to life from among those who go down to the pit.
4 Sing praises to the Lord, O you his saints,
and give thanks to his holy name.
5 For his anger is but for a moment,
and his favor is for a lifetime.
Weeping may tarry for the night,
but joy comes with the morning.
6 As for me, I said in my prosperity,
“I shall never be moved.”
7 By your favor, O Lord,
you made my mountain stand strong;
you hid your face;
I was dismayed.
8 To you, O Lord, I cry,
and to the Lord I plead for mercy:
9 “What profit is there in my death,
if I go down to the pit?
Will the dust praise you?
Will it tell of your faithfulness?
10 Hear, O Lord, and be merciful to me!
O Lord, be my helper!”
11 You have turned for me my mourning into dancing;
you have loosed my sackcloth
and clothed me with gladness,
12 that my glory may sing your praise and not be silent.
O Lord my God, I will give thanks to you forever!
Psalm 30:1-12 (ESV)
SONG
I Will Exalt You
[Verse 1]
I will exalt You
I will exalt You
I will exalt You
You are my God
[Chorus]
My hiding place
My safe refuge
My treasure Lord You are
My friend and King
Anointed One
Most holy
[Verse 2]
Because You’re with me
Because You’re with me
Because You’re with me
I will not fear
BENEDICTION
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases;
his mercies never come to an end;
they are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:22-23
OFFICERS
Elders
Active: Chris Lau, Andrew McGregor, Jeremy Williamson
Inactive: Phil Kenney
Deacons
Active: Sam Ahn, Meg Gregor, Bryant Kim, Jeff Kyle, Katie Price, Ruth-Anne Shue, Helen Sok, Tina Suenaga, Bethany Williamson
Inactive: Travis Chiang, Beka Hilton
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