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  • Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee #62:17

Hymn for the Week of May 10th 2026

May Theme: "Hymns of Praise"​​

A Mighty Fortress is Our God

Thou art giving and forgiving,
ever blessing, ever blest,
well-spring of the joy of living,
ocean depth of happy rest!
Thou our Father, Christ our brother,
all who live in love are thine;
teach us how to love each other,
lift us to the joy divine. 

What a wonderful change in my life has been wrought
Since Jesus came into my heart;
I have light in my soul for which long I have sought,
Since Jesus came into my heart.
Refrain:
Since... Jesus came into my heart,
Since Jesus came into my heart;
Floods of joy o’er my soul like the sea billows roll...
Since Jesus came into my heart.

I have ceased from my wand’ring and going astray,
Since Jesus came into my heart;
And my sins which were many are all washed away,
Since Jesus came into my heart. (Refrain)


All hail the power of Jesus' name!
Let angels prostrate fall;
bring forth the royal diadem,
and crown him Lord of all.
Bring forth the royal diadem,
and crown him Lord of all.

Ye chosen seed of Israel's race,
ye ransomed from the fall,
hail him who saves you by his grace,
and crown him Lord of all.
Hail him who saves you by his grace,
and crown him Lord of all.

  • Let Jesus Come Into #158 2:53

Hymn for the Week of May31st / June 1st 2026

June Theme: "Missions"

(Go Out Into the World)​​

Hymn for the Week of June21st 2026

June Theme: "Missions"

(Go Out Into the World)​​

  • A Mighty Fortress is Our God #153:03

Colossians Chapter 1
12 Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light: 13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: 14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:


Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about

how we have hope because God is our refuge in times of trouble. Emphasize that though we live in perilous times, God is right there with us every step

of the way.
2. As the song continues, (During Verse 2) read the scripture from the book 

of Colossians 1:12-17
3. Pray: The Lord's Prayer (During Verse 3) Let the song end.
4. . When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together. 
​5.  Prayer and Meditation​.

We're Marching to Zion

  • Since Jesus Came Into My Heart #3011:54


O spread the tidings ’round, wherever man is found,
Wherever human hearts and human woes abound.
Let every Christian tongue proclaim the joyful sound:
The Comforter has come!
Refrain:
The Comforter has come! The Comforter has come!
The Holy Ghost from heav’n, the Father’s promise giv’n,
O spread the tidings ’round, wherever man is found:
The Comforter has come!

The long, long night is past; the morning breaks at last;
And hushed the dreadful wail and fury of the blast,
As o’er the golden hills the day advances fast!
The Comforter has come! (Refrain)

Lo, the great King of kings, with healing in His wings,
To every captive soul a full deliv'rance brings;
And thro' the vacant cells the song of triumph rings;
The Comforter has come! (Refrain)

Let Jesus Come Into Your Heart

Come, we that love the Lord,
and let our joys be known;
join in a song with sweet accord,
join in a song with sweet accord
and thus surround the throne,
and thus surround the throne.


Refrain:
We're marching to Zion,
beautiful, beautiful Zion;
we're marching upward to Zion,
the beautiful city of God.

Let those refuse to sing
who never knew our God;
but children of the heavenly King,
but children of the heavenly King
may speak their joys abroad,
may speak their joys abroad. (Refrain)

  • Softly and Tenderly #1504:05

Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee 

And though this world,

with devils filled,
should threaten to undo us,
we will not fear, for God hath willed
his truth to triumph through us.
The Prince of Darkness grim,
we tremble not for him;
his rage we can endure,
for lo, his doom is sure;
one little word shall fell him.

  • All Hail the Power #21:35

If you are tired of the load of your sin,
Let Jesus come into your heart;
If you desire a new life to begin,
Let Jesus come into your heart.
Chorus:
Just now, your doubtings give o'er;
Just now, reject Him no more;
Just now, throw open the door...
Let... Jesus come into your heart.

If it's for purity now that you sigh,
Let Jesus come into your heart;
Fountains for cleansing are flowing nearby,
Let Jesus come into your heart.(Chorus)

If there's a tempest your voice cannot still,
Let Jesus come into your heart;
If there's a void this world never can fill,
Let Jesus come into your heart.(Chorus)

John 14
1 Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare

a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also...18 I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. 19 Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also. 20 At that day ye shall know that I am in my Father, and ye in me, and I in you.

Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time (During  Verse 1), make remarks about the earthly mission of Jesus. Emphasize how He prepared His disciples

for His death and resurrection. And, Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit to help the disciples continue The Great Commission. He will do the same for each of us as we go out into the world to spread the Good News.
2. As the song continues (During Verses 2-3), read the scripture from the book of John 14:1-3, and John 14:18-27. Let the song end. 
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1-3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.

Softly and Tenderly 

Matthew 11
25 At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes. 26 Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in thy sight. 27 All things are delivered unto me of my Father: and no man knoweth the Son,

but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, and he to whomsoever the Son will reveal him.  28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.


Worship Suggestion:
1. The sound file is looped.
2. As the song plays the first time (During Verse 1), discuss Jesus Christ's call for us to be His followers. Emphasize that the various burdens of life become light as Jesus bears our burdens with us.
3. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 and 3) 
Read Matthew 11:1-6, and Matthew 11: 25-30.  Let the song end.
4. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1-3 together
5. Prayer and Meditation.

Psalm 93
1 The Lord reigneth, he is clothed with majesty; the Lord is clothed with strength, wherewith he hath girded himself: the world also is stablished, that it cannot be moved.
2 Thy throne is established of old: thou art from everlasting.

Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, make opening remarks about God's power and majesty. Introduce the scripture (I Chronicles 29). Emphasize that King David wrote many Psalms. This Psalm of David,
in particular, expresses the power, majesty, and authority of the Most High God.
2. As the song plays the second time read the scripture found in the book of I Chronicles 29: 10-13 and Psalm 93. Let the song end
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1-2 together. 
4. Prayer and Meditation.

The hill of Zion yields
a thousand sacred sweets
before we reach the heavenly fields,
before we reach the heavenly fields,
or walk the golden streets,
or walk the golden streets. 
(Refrain)

The Comforter has Come

Psalm 103
1 Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.

2 Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:
3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;
4 Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies;


Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about the beauty of summer and the blessings of creation. Emphasize the importance of worship and praise for what we already have, as well as the blessings to come. Take some time

to enjoy the trees and plants, the waters, and the wildlife that God has created. Then, give glory to God for all that He has done!
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3) read the scripture from Psalm 103: 1 - 11. Let the song end.
3, When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.

Hymn for the Week of June 28th and July 1st  2026

June and July Theme: "Missions"

(Go Out Into the World)​​

Ever Praise Music Weekly Hymn Selection

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Ephesians 3
17 That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, 18 May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; 19 And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.

Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about the "Post-Easter" Season as a time of renewal as well as a call to discipleship. Our goal is for new believers to come to know the love of God through Christ Jesus. This hymn is a call to the world to become followers of Jesus.
2.  As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3) read the scripture from the book of Ephesians 3: 14 - 21. Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation. 

Here is a prayer to start your day from 

Pastor Joel Osteen.

Lakewood Church has a number 

of online worship  resources as well​​.

Prayer Guides, Motivational Planners 

and many books and materials..

​Visit their website to view online resources

A Special Presentation on YouTube

An Inspiring Story of Faith and Hope...

"Billy Graham: An Extraordinary Journey"

Hymn for the Week of May 17th 2026

May Theme: "Hymns of Praise"​​

A mighty fortress is our God,
a bulwark never failing;
our helper he amid the flood
of mortal ills prevailing.
For still our ancient foe
doth seek to work us woe;
his craft and power are great,
and armed with cruel hate,
on earth is not his equal.


Did we in our own strength confide,
our striving would be losing,
were not the right man on our side,
the man of God's own choosing.
Dost ask who that may be?
Christ Jesus, it is he;
Lord Sabaoth, his name,
from age to age the same,
and he must win the battle.

John 4
28 The woman then left her waterpot, and went her way into the city, and saith to the men, 29 Come, see a man, which told me all things that ever

I did: is not this the Christ? 30 Then they went out of the city, and came unto him.

Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, make remarks about the newness of life that comes with accepting Christ as Lord and Savior. The Woman at the Well was one of Jesus' first missionaries. Emphasize that this can be a celebration song of renewal and

for worshiping in spirit and truth.
​2. As the song plays the second time, read John 4:19-30.
Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 2 together.
​4. Prayer and Meditation.

Since Jesus Came Into My Heart

  • We're Marching to Zion #222:51

Isaiah 51

3 For the Lord shall comfort Zion: he will comfort all her waste places; and he will

make her wilderness like Eden, and her desert like the garden of the Lord;

joy and gladness shall be found therein, thanksgiving, and the voice of melody.
4 Hearken unto me, my people; and give ear unto me, O my nation: for a law shall proceed from me, and I will make my judgment to rest for a light of the people.


Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about God's message and promise to His people. Emphasize that we shall one day dwell in the beautiful city of Zion. We need to remain steadfast and faithful until that glorious day.
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3) Read slowly the scripture passage from the book of Isaiah 51: 1 - 4, 11, 15, 16. Let the song end. 
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.

Would you like to pray?

Here is a prayer to start your day from 

Rev. Dr. Byron T. Brazier

of the Apostolic Church of God, Chicago.

Prayer is offered Monday through Friday. 

A great way to start your day!

​Visit the ACOG Website...

Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling, 
calling for you and for me; 
see, on the portals he's waiting and watching, 
watching for you and for me. 
Refrain: 
Come home, come home; 
ye who are weary come home; 
earnestly, tenderly, Jesus is calling, 
calling... O sinner... come home!

Why should we tarry when Jesus is pleading, 
pleading for you and for me? 
Why should we linger and heed not his mercies, 
mercies for you and for me? (Refrain) 

​Oh, for the wonderful love He has promised,
Promised for you and for me!
Though we have sinned, He has mercy and pardon,
Pardon for you and for me. (​Refrain)

​​Joyful, joyful, we adore thee,
God of glory, Lord of love;
hearts unfold like flowers before thee,
opening to the sun above.
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness;
drive the dark of doubt away.
Giver of immortal gladness,
fill us with the light of day!

All thy works with joy surround thee,
earth and heaven reflect thy rays,
stars and angels sing around thee,
center of unbroken praise.
Field and forest, vale and mountain,
flowery meadow, flashing sea,
chanting bird and flowing fountain,
call us to rejoice in thee.

  • The Comforter has Come #1203:23

Hymn for the Week of May 24th 2026

May Theme: "Hymns of Praise"​​

Hymn for the Week of June 14th 2026

June Theme: "Missions"

(Go Out Into the World)​​

Hymn for the Week of June 7th 2026

June Theme: "Missions"

(Go Out Into the World)​​

All Hail the Power

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