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The Cornucopia of Praise

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Dwight K. Nelson

Dwight Nelson served as lead pastor of the Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University from 1983 to 2023. During his time at Pioneer he spoke on the “New Perceptions” telecast, taught at the theological seminary and has written books, including The Chosen. He and his wife, Karen, are blessed with two married children and 2 granddaughters.

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Saturday, November 19, 2022

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OPENING MUSIC

”Fugue on HYFRYDOL: ‘Come, O Christ’”
Kenneth Logan

CALL TO JOY

Psalm 100, NKJV

RESPONSE OF REJOICING

Hymn Concertato on HYFRYDOL: “Come, O Christ”
Kenneth Logan

WORDS OF JOY

Psalm 98:1-6, NKJV
Cyril Punay

RESPONSE OF REJOICING

“Hymns of Joy”: A Hymn Cycle

“Praise to the Lord” • 1
“Fairest Lord Jesus” • 240, st. 1, 4
“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” • 12

PRAYER OF JOY

Safari Dushime

ANTHEM OF JOY

“In Heavenly Love Abiding” • Kenneth Logan

HOMILY

“Worshiping Jesus: Cornucopia of Praise”
Dwight K. Nelson, Lead Pastor

HYMN OF THANKSGIVING

“Now Thank We All Our God” • 559

LETTERS OF THANKSGIVING

”On an Irish Hymn” • Kenneth Logan

MUSICAL INVITATION TO THANKFUL GIVING

“What Gift Can We Bring?”
Donna B. Kasbohm/Kenneth Logan

PROCESSION OF THANKSGIVING: GIFTS OF FOOD, SONG, TITHES AND OFFERINGS

“Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!” • 27, st. 1-2
“The Lord Is My Light” • 515, st. 1-2
“For the Beauty of the Earth” • 565, st. 1, 3
“’Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus” • 524, st. 1, 3
“To God Be the Glory” • 341, st. 1, 3
“Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow” • 695

BENEDICTION IN THANKSGIVING

 

FINAL THANKSGIVING

”Now Thank We All Our God” • Wilhelm Teschner

 

Offering for July 5, 2025

Pioneer Operating Budget

Growing up I was taught at an early age to show respect and honor to God and country.

For example, I was taught to never put anything on top of the Bible, because the Word of God is holy; and to never to let the flag of our country touch the ground, because people have sacrificed their lives for the liberty of our country. When it comes to tithes and offerings, we should always honor God by giving to Him the first part of our income and blessings; not what’s left after we have paid the bills.

Jesus addressed the concerns of people today, “For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you” (Matthew 6:32-33, NKJV).

The promise is that if we put Christ and His work first in everything, He will take care of all our needs. No need to be concerned about our food, clothing, or anything. God will surely come through and not only “add these things” but abundantly open the windows of heaven for us.

—North American Division Stewardship Ministries

VBS at Niles Westside Church

Keepers of the Kingdom - Standing Strong in Today's Battle for Truth. July 14-18, from 9 - 11:45 AM at Niles Westside Adventist Church (1105 Grant St, Niles) for kids in Pre-K (age 4) - 6th grade. Please register early online at www.nileswestside.org. Email nileswestsidevbs@gmail.com or call 269-683-5998 with questions.