The sermon explores the nature of true, unshakable joy found in God's covenant faithfulness rather than transient worldly circumstances. Drawing from Nehemiah chapters 11 and 12, it highlights how God establishes His people in community, orders them for holy worship across generations, and fills them with lasting joy rooted in Christ. The preacher contrasts fleeting human promises of happiness with the enduring spiritual reality of rejoicing in God's presence and provision. This divine joy is demonstrated to produce ordinary faithfulness and generous stewardship within the church body. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to look past immediate difficulties and trust in God's sovereign work for the future of His people.

Psalm 84

Psalter selection: 148 A

1. The Requirement of Proper Worship 2. The Improper Worship Forbidden 3. The Reasons For Proper Worship

Sunday, September 6, 2026 Morning Worship Service Pastor Chris

Morning Service 9/6/2026 God's Image In Wives Part 1 Psalm Selections Taken from "The Book of Psalms for Worship"© 2009 Crown & Covenant Publications, 7408 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208-2531. Used by Permission Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.