Tag: infant dedication
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The Christ-Child Fulfills the Law
Jesus was Joseph’s and Mary’s firstborn son, and he had to be redeemed with a sacrifice, “as it is written in the Law of the Lord, ‘Every male who first opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord.’” Exodus 13:1-2, 11-16 (text); Leviticus 12:1-8; Luke 2:21-24 © Rev. Nollie Malabuyo December 11,…
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Liturgy for Joint Christmas Service and Fellowship
Everyone is welcome to join our joyful commemoration of the birth of Jesus our Savior on December 11, 2016. The worship service is from 2:30-4:00 PM, followed by fellowship activities at 4:00-6:00 PM. To give our visitors an idea of what to expect in this worship service, here is our bulletin:
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5 Reasons Why We Don’t “Dedicate” Our Little Children
When reading our website, one who’s not familiar with Reformed doctrines will discover that we baptize, not “dedicate,” the little of children of the members of our church. Most Baptists perform this ritual instead of baptism because they acknowledge that their children, being children of believers, have to have some relationship with God. So why…
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True Comfort for God’s People (Isaiah 40:1-5)
Jerusalem’s destruction and her seventy years of captivity are fitting judgment for a rebellious people, but they are not sufficient to pay for her sins. Rather, the message of comfort for Israel is grounded upon the Lord’s Servant who must come to their rescue.