Recorded in his home congregation at Maze Presbyterian earlier this week, Dr Henry began this series with Habakkuk 1, last Sunday where the prophet Habakkuk wrestled with some of the big questions of life.
Speaking before the recording, Dr Henry said, “The things that Habakkuk wrestled with are particularly relevant to us today, when we query why these hard things need to happen. Last week I stressed that a sign of a mature faith was one that was able to face up to the hardships, yet see God has not left us and, like Habakkuk, to be able to express to God our difficulties and not to be afraid to do so.
“This week the theme from chapter 12, verses 1-3 will be ‘waiting’. I will be exploring from Habakkuk the pain and anxiety that arises from having to wait agonisingly and all the other emotions in that, while maintaining a trust in God though it all.”
The Moderator concluded by saying, that due to the current government restrictions on movement, this week’s praise is not live. “We have used pre-recorded material from previous services from Maze, but I am still aiming to present a feeling of normality by producing what might be termed a full service with music and all the other elements."
This morning the introduction to the service is from Psalm 67, which expresses our reliance upon God.
The following worship songs and hymns will be used:
- The joy fo the lord is my strength
- Tears may rise
- Only a Holy God
The children’s address is an encouragement to keep reading the Bible and the importance of getting close to God’s Word in our lives.