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First Baptist Church
10781 76th St, South Haven, MI 49090, USA
Sunday 10:30 AM

Live Worship: Facebook

If you're unable to join us in person, you can view today's service live on our Facebook page beginning at 10:30 AM.

Online Worship: YouTube

View today's message later this week on our YouTube channel by clicking here.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQahojNwyPo2LMn-ctTG8A

Weekly Bulletin

View this week's bulletin including general announcements and weekly prayer requests by clicking here.

https://www.southhavenfbc.com/weekly-bulletins

Avoiding Foolish and Stupid Arguments

2 Timothy 2:23-26

Pastor Jerry Koller

2 Timothy 2:23-26 NIV

This passage starts with a caution.

2 Timothy 2:23 NIV

· But refuse foolish and ignorant speculations…(vs. 23 NASB)

· To refuse means to have nothing to do with the things mentioned.

· The dictionary defines stupid as a word that is used to express exasperation (irritation, annoyance, or anger) or boredom.

· It can also mean lacking intelligence or marked by a lack of intellectual activity. This is also what the word ignorant means.

An argument is a discussion in which there are two opposing views that are presented in such a way as to result in anger and amplified talk (or yelling).

· Speculations are messages/discussions that express differing opinions based on incomplete evidence.

· This word can also be translated controversies or controversial questions or debates.

The phrase you know is not an informative statement that is telling Timothy something he may not know. It is a reminder of something he already knows—most likely from experience.

2 Timothy 2:24 NIV

Jesus may have strongly condemned the beliefs and actions of the religious leaders of His day, but we find absolutely zero examples of Him engaging in foolish and ignorant arguments. Paul is simply pointing out that because Jesus never engaged in quarrels, and because Timothy is the Lord’s servant, he too must not quarrel.

Three things the Lord’s servant must do instead of quarreling: He must be kind to everyone. He must be able to teach. He must not be resentful.

The word “kind” had to do with being mild or gentle. This is how it is used in 1 Thess. 2:7—But we proved to be gentle among you, as a nursing mother tenderly cares for her own children. (1 Thess. 2:7)

The original word for patience literally means to face ill treatment with patience and restraint.

…from becoming resentful, from becoming bitter, from wishing ill will on those who are wronging or opposing you.

Instead of antagonizing opponents, Timothy was to calmly and gently correct their wrong ideas (vs. 25)

· The overall goal is not to prove who is right and who is wrong. The goal is not to win the argument. The goal is that through calm and gentle instruction, some may come to see and understand truth so that they may repent and come to Christ.

· The goal is that …that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will. (2 Tim. 2:26)

· To come to their senses could also be translated return to soberness.

APPLICATION

1. We were all born sinners. Yet through Jesus, we have been set free from the bondage and condemnation of sin. Don’t let yourselves forget. And do not take your salvation for granted. Rather,

Colossians 3:16 NIV

Colossians 3:17 NIV

2. Be on guard that you do not allow discussions or conversations to get to the point where they become quarrels. Don’t get sucked in. If your discussions are headed in that direction, take the discussion in a different direction. If that doesn’t work, end the discussion.

3. If you find yourself in a position where you can’t change the subject or you can’t end the discussion, if you find yourself coming under fire, or you feel attacked, do not respond in a like manner. Rather, choose a mild or gentle response. Remember, a servant of God must be kind.

4. It is essential that you operate under the influence of the Holy Spirit.

Happy Birthday!

· Lennon McKamey (3/13)

· Mary Buchert (3/16)

Happy Anniversary!

https://www.TakeThemAMeal.com/NOPO3186

· Wes & Cristina Beck (3/20, 12 years)

New Baby | Meals Needed

We congratulate Nate & Chelsea Hagger who are celebrating the birth of their new daughter, Eleanora Marie, who arrived at 1:28am on March 5 weighing 7lbs., 4oz. She joins her older brother Barrett. Mom and baby are both doing well. If you would like/be able to bring a meal to our new parents, please sign up at

Next Week’s Servants (3/20)

https://donate.michigan.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/138703

· Café Bakers: Connie Hollis (casserole) | Marge Dumbaugh (donuts)

· Mission Café: Marge Dumbaugh

· Nursery: Bocock Family

Blood Drive: 3/31

Thursday, 3/31 | 1:00-6:00 PM | Upstairs of FBCDue to a national blood crisis Michigan patients are at risk. When you donate with Versiti Blood Center of Michigan your blood stays local for friends, family, loved ones, neighbors and community members who rely on the gift of life. APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED Call 866-642-5663 or visit

Virtual Lenten Series

You're invited and encouraged to participate in an online Lenten Series hosted by Second Missionary Baptist Church (a fellow ABC of Michigan congregation). The series will be held on Wednesdays at noon and 7pm. The series "Living in the Light - In a World of Darkness" based on 1 John 1:7 will provide a time of reflection, renewal and redemption. Pastor Jerry will kick the series off on March 2 which can be viewed at

https://www.facebook.com/SMBCBC/

Laptop for Sale

We have a laptop for sale: Dell Precision M4800

· Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3740MQ CPU @ 2.70 Ghz 2.70 Ghz

· Installed RAM: 16 GB

· Hard Drive: 866 GB\

· Selling on Amazon for: $500-$680

· Asking Price: $300

If you're interested, contact the church office.

Mission Cafe

https://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/southhavenfbc

· 9:00-10:15am on Sundays

The Mission Café is a great place to have a breakfast treat and coffee, enjoy lively conversation and have fun while helping support missions at First Baptist. All items are store bought and served safely. Featuring:

¨ Donuts

¨ Bagels

¨ English Muffins

¨ Snacks

¨ Hot & Cold Beverages

¨ And more!

For your convenience, we accept cash, check and debit/credit cards!

Online Giving is Available!

If you would like to support our ministries by giving an online donation via debit/credit card or your bank account, you can do so by using this link:

Church Office Hours

https://shelby.ministryone.com/landing/v6VP

The church office will be open on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM if you need to stop in for any reason.

FBC App

You can download the app by clicking the link below from your cell phone or tablet. By using the app, you can conveniently view recorded Sunday worship services; look up addresses and phone numbers for other church members; update your personal information; register for events; tithe online; send prayer requests; and more. We're excited to bring another avenue of communication to you! If you have any questions or issues, please contact Kim.

Check Out Our Web Page

We are keeping our web page (southhavenfbc.com) updated regularly. Please use it as a tool. Under "Resources" we have a page for FBC Members only which has our latest emails and letters from Pastor Jerry. If you try to access this page, you will need the password "Know Him" to see the content.

https://www.southhavenfbc.com

On the Calendar

mission café

· Sundays | 9:00-10:15am

children’s sunday school

· Sundays | 9:15am | Classroom 3

· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade

· Contact Janette Hendrix for questions or more information.

worship

· Sundays | 10:30 AM | Sanctuary

· Available live on Facebook beginning at 10:30 AM

· If you're unable to join us in-person, you can view the service later in the week on Archive.org, Facebook.com or YouTube.com

children’s worship

· Sundays | 10:30 AM | Children's Worship Room

· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade

· Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.

aftermath

Sundays | 12:00pm | Upstairs

· Discuss the morning's sermon and message over lunch

· Contact Pastor Jerry for questions or more information.

youth group

· Sundays | 2:00-4:00pm | Upstairs

· Middle & High School students

· Contact Allie Wilson for questions or more information.

men’s bible study

· Tuesdays | 7-8:30pm | Mission Cafe

· Contact Paul Fitton for questions or more information.

church office open

· Wednesdays | 10:00am-4:00pm

bible study

· Wednesdays | 9:30-11:30am | Library

· Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.

women’s bible study

· Wednesdays | 6:30-8:30pm | Online

· Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.

women’s craft group

· Thursdays | 6:30pm | Classroom 2

· Contact Tracy Marshall to participate.

men's basketball

· Saturdays | 1:30-2:30pm | Gym

· Contact Josiah O'Conner to participate.

· Nate & Chelsea Hagger and their new daughter, Eleanora Marie, who arrived on 3/5.

· Susan Seitz is recovering from successful back surgery.

· Joyce Bocock is recovering from surgery. Pray for a speedy healing and minimal pain.

· Cindi Layendecker (former FBC member) had Covid in January and now has a blood clot in her left leg and is requesting prayer for healing.

· Nick Sebasta (friend of Allie Wilson) has been diagnosed with cancer in his sternum, spine, liver and pelvis . He and his wife, Lena, have three children ages 10, 14, and 16.

· Steve & Lisa Follman and their family upon the loss of Lisa's father, Al Dubuisson, on 2/15.

· Tina Dell and her family upon the loss of her husband, Ken, on 2/10.

· John Ellis finally has a diagnosis of very treatable condition that should have very few (if any) long term effects. Please continue to keep him in prayer as he goes through treatment for the next few months.

· Martha Dubuisson (Lisa Follman’s mom) continues to have health issues and concerns with dementia related issues.

· Linda Pries is recovering from a total reverse shoulder replacement surgery.

· Steve Follman is recovering from a successful hip replacement surgery.

· Linda Rooker is recovering from a successful hip replacement surgery.

· Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.

First Baptist Church

1635 76th Street

South Haven, MI 49090

269-637-1291

southhavenfbc@gmail.com