4 Sing to God, sing praises to his name; lift up a song to him who rides through the deserts; his name is the Lord; exult before him! 5 Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation.

I hear the Savior say: “Thy strength indeed is small”
Child of weakness, watch and pray Find in me thine all in all.

Chorus
Jesus paid it all! All to Him I owe.
Sin had left a crimson stain; He washed it white as snow.

Lord now indeed I find; thy power and thine alone
Can change the leper’s spots, and melt the heart of stone. Chorus

And when before the throne, I stand in Him complete
Jesus died my soul to save, my lips shall still repeat. - Chorus

O praise the One who paid my debt,
And raised this life up from the dead! (REPEAT) - Chorus 

O let not this world of sorrows steal my only hope away
For the power of Your gospel shines within this jar of clay
In affliction You bring wisdom that my comforts can displace
How my true and greatest treasure is in You the God of grace

Chorus
Now to the God of ev'ry grace Who counts my tears, Who holds my days
I sing through sorrow, sing with faith, oh praise the God of ev'ry grace

Weary with the weight I carry, give me wings of faith to rise
For You know each grief that lingers through the watches of the night
Surely You have borne our suff'rings, at the cross took up our pain
And You lead us unto glory as we trust You, God of grace - Chorus

There's a dawning hope before us that I know is soon to break
As I wait upon Your mercy which will swallow ev'ry ache
Cries of joy and songs of vict'ry when we enter Heaven's gates
All Your children home together, all with You, the God of grace - Chorus

Now to the God of ev'ry grace Who counts my tears, Who holds my days
I sing through sorrow, sing with faith Oh praise the God of ev'ry grace, Oh praise the God of ev'ry grace, Oh praise the God of ev'ry grace

Confession and Assurance of Pardon

Father, You are the God of every grace. We come before You with praise and honest hearts.

We confess that we have sinned— We confess that we have not trusted You as we should. We have sought comfort in lesser things - We have failed to love You with our whole hearts, and we have not loved others as You have loved us.

Too often, we forget that You are enough. We strive, we worry, we grasp for control, yet You remain faithful, and full of mercy.

Please forgive us. Not because we deserve it, but because You are the God of every grace.

Teach us to rest in Your sufficiency, and to trust in the finished work of Christ. Remind us that where sin abounds, Your grace abounds all the more.

So we lay down our striving, we lay down our guilt, and we rest in Your grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

There’s peace that outlasts darkness, hope thats in the blood
There’s future grace that's mine today that Jesus Christ has won

So I can face tomorrow, for tomorrow’s in Your hands
All I need you will provide, just like you always have

Chorus
I’m fighting a battle that you’ve already won
No matter what comes my way, I will overcome
I don’t know what you're doing, but I know what you’ve done
I’m fighting a battle You’ve already won

There’s mercy in the waiting, mana for today
And when it’s gone I know you’re not, You are my hope and stay

When the sea is raging, Your Spirt is my help
He’ll fix my eyes on Jesus Christ and I’ll say that it is well
Oh I know that it is well - Chorus

I know how the story ends, we will be with you again
You’re my Savior my defense, no More fear in life or death - 2x

I know how this story ends, we will be with You again
You’re my Savior my defense, no More fear in life or death
I know how this story ends - Chorus

In addition to taking children to Ridge Kids and using the restroom, take time to meet/greet one another. “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." (Hebrews 10:24-25)

38 Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a village. And a woman named Martha welcomed him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching. 40 But Martha was distracted with much serving. And she went up to him and said, “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me.” 41 But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, 42 but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.”

Outline:

1. Another Episode of Works Righteousness
2. Some Indicators of Works Righteousness
3. The Ongoing Antidote for Works Righteousness 

How deep the Father’s love for us, How vast beyond all measure
That He should give His only Son, To make a wretch His treasure
How great the pain of searing loss, The Father turns His face away
As wounds which mar the Chosen One, Bring many sons to glory

Behold the man upon a cross, My sin upon His shoulders
Ashamed, I hear my mocking voice, Call out among the scoffers
It was my sin that held Him there, Until it was accomplished
His dying breath has brought me life, I know that it is finished

I will not boast in anything, No gifts, no power, no wisdom
But I will boast in Jesus Christ, His death and resurrection
Why should I gain from His reward? I cannot give an answer
But this I know with all my heart, His wounds have paid my ransom

Mine are days that God has numbered, I was made to walk with Him
Yet I look for worldly treasure, and forsake the King of kings
But mine is hope in my Redeemer, though I fall His love is sure
For Christ has paid for every failing, I am His forevermore

Mine are tears in times of sorrow, darkness not yet understood
Through the valley I must travel, where I see no earthly good
But mine is peace that flows from heaven, and the strength in times of need
I know my pain will not be wasted, Christ completes His work in me

Mine are days here as a stranger, pilgrim on a narrow way
One with Christ I will encounter, harm and hatred for His name
But mine is armor for this battle, strong enough to last the war
And He has said He will deliver, safely to the golden shore

And mine are keys to Zion city, where beside the King I walk
For there my heart has found its treasure, Christ is mine forevermore

Come rejoice now, oh my soul, for His love is my reward
Fear is gone and hope is sure, Christ is mine forevermore
Christ is mine forevermore

Having been reminded of the future grace which is ours in Jesus Christ the Lord, may you now be refreshed by the grace which is yours already:

• You are loved by God the Father - there is no one left to please.
• You are saved by God the Son - there is nothing left to prove.
• You are comforted by God the Spirit - there is nothing left to fear.

Autumn Ridge Family - you are sent into the world to make disciples of all nations. Go, therefore: in the love of God the Father, in the resurrection of God the Son, and in the comfort of God the Spirit; now and forevermore. Amen.

Grab a Missions Memo to keep up with other dates/opportunities to be involved

May 10 - Family / Child Dedication / Mother’s Day
May 13 - Generations of Grace Women’s Event

Family / Child Dedication / Mother’s Day
During Worship on Sunday, May 10 (Mother's Day), Autumn Ridge Community Church will celebrate family and child dedications. This is a special opportunity to:

• Celebrate God's good gift of children
• Equip and encourage parents and guardians for the unique role to which God has called you
• Pray for parents, guardians, and children together as a church family

If you'd like to participate, please respond no later than Monday, May 4, and include the following:

• Parent(s)/guardian(s) common names
• Child's/children's full name(s) and age(s)
• The significance of each child's name, or a Bible verse you feel is significant to each child's life
• A photo of the child/children (photos will not be published online, but will be printed in the order of worship)

Please reach out to Davis Lacey at davis@autumnridgecommunitychurch.com with any questions.