First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 3/28/2021
Join us for in-person worship in the sanctuary or live on Facebook at 10:30am. The service will also be posted to YouTube and Archive Sunday after church.
Locations & Times
First Baptist Church
10781 76th St, South Haven, MI 49090, USA
Sunday 9:30 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.
https://www.facebook.com/First-Baptist-Church-of-South-Haven-118136484800Virtual Worship: Archive
You can view today's message later this week on our Archive page by clicking here.
https://archive.org/details/@southhavrnfbcVirtual Worship: YouTube
View today's message later this week on our YouTube channel by clicking here. If you have difficulty with YouTube allowing the video to be played, please try Facebook or Archive.org instead.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQahojNwyPo2LMn-ctTG8AWeekly Bulletin
View this week's bulletin including general announcements and weekly prayer requests by clicking here.
https://www.southhavenfbc.com/weekly-bulletins
Giving What Is Due
Matt. 22:15-22
Pastor Jerry Koller
Matt. 22:15-22
Pastor Jerry Koller
Setting:
· Jesus had entered Jerusalem in a very celebratory fashion.
· People lined the streets.
· They placed clothing and palm branches on the ground.
· They shouted declarations of praise as Jesus and His entourage passed by.
· Jesus addresses the commercialism taking place within the courts of the temple.
· He healed the blind and lame.
· He taught His disciples.
· He taught in the temple courts.
· He had run-ins with the religious leaders who questioned His authority to speak on behalf of God.
· Jesus had entered Jerusalem in a very celebratory fashion.
· People lined the streets.
· They placed clothing and palm branches on the ground.
· They shouted declarations of praise as Jesus and His entourage passed by.
· Jesus addresses the commercialism taking place within the courts of the temple.
· He healed the blind and lame.
· He taught His disciples.
· He taught in the temple courts.
· He had run-ins with the religious leaders who questioned His authority to speak on behalf of God.
The religious leaders wanted to arrest Him but could not because Jesus had too many followers.
· Perhaps there was a way they could enrage His followers.
· Perhaps there was a way they could enrage His followers.
The Herodians were a political group of individuals who were loyal to the Herods.
Parallel account in the Gospel of Luke:
The Trap - Is it right to pay taxes to Caesar or not?
Jesus sees through them - You hypocrites, why are you trying to trap me?
The Illustration - Show me the coin used for paying the tax.
They brought him a denarius…
· A denarius was a Roman coin that was made of silver.
· The amount doesn’t matter.
· What mattered was the portrait of the person on the coin.
· A denarius was a Roman coin that was made of silver.
· The amount doesn’t matter.
· What mattered was the portrait of the person on the coin.
...He asked them, “Whose portrait is this? And whose inscription?”
· The “heads side” bore the image of the Roman emperor.
· The “tails” side of the coin would have been an inscription in his name.
· The “heads side” bore the image of the Roman emperor.
· The “tails” side of the coin would have been an inscription in his name.
“Caesar’s,” they replied.
The coin was Caesar’s because his image and inscription in on the coin.
· The tax is giving back to Caesar what is rightfully his.
· The tax is giving back to Caesar what is rightfully his.
Summary: Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.
I want to caution you to not try and make this passage say something it is not saying. Back in the 90’s, I had a member of my church try and convince me that Christians—especially pastors—should not pay taxes to the government. Our loyalty to God exempts us from being taxed by an earthly institution.
Jesus’ two-fold response was brilliant.
· Give to Caesar what is Caesars.
· Give to God what is God’s.
· Give to Caesar what is Caesars.
· Give to God what is God’s.
The Greek word that is translated “give” in verse 21, means “to give someone his due.”
APPLICATION
1. There are Limits
· We do have governing authorities over us which have been established by God.
· We do have governing authorities over us which have been established by God.
The rights of earthly rulers find their absolute limit in what is due to God.
2. Earthly & Heavenly Kingdom are Not Always Incompatible
· Jesus exhorted His listeners to obey earthly laws provided they are not in conflict with God's commandments.
· Jesus did not say how one must act in every particular situation.
· Jesus exhorted His listeners to obey earthly laws provided they are not in conflict with God's commandments.
· Jesus did not say how one must act in every particular situation.
3. Spies Are Everywhere
· Watch out for their tactics.
· The only way you can safeguard yourselves against their tactics is to know and hide the word of God in your hearts.
· Watch out for their tactics.
· The only way you can safeguard yourselves against their tactics is to know and hide the word of God in your hearts.
Resurrection Sunday: Next Week, 4/4
Easter Breakfast: We will have breakfast in the gym from 9:15-10:15 AM. Sunday School will not meet so families can enjoy breakfast together. Worship Celebration: Following breakfast, join us for a special worship service at 10:30 AM as we honor our Risen Savior. Get Involved: Help is needed for the breakfast! If you are willing to set-up, cook, and/or clean-up, sign-up online, at the Welcome Center, or contact Kim. We also need people to bring egg casseroles or quiches that feed 10-12 people. Sign up online, at the Welcome Center, or by contacting Kim, and let us know if you are bringing one. For questions or more information, contact the office.
https://southhavenfbc.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/d017e675-2ada-4e13-b771-632a2ddd1575Happy Birthday!
· Pam Scharba (3/28)
· Kim Collins (3/29)
· Rhonda Dobberstein (4/1)
· Alice Avery (4/2)
· Jim Cagle (4/3)
· Kim Collins (3/29)
· Rhonda Dobberstein (4/1)
· Alice Avery (4/2)
· Jim Cagle (4/3)
Happy Anniversary!
· Bruce & Vasha Ferguson (3/28, 44 years)
Blood Drive: 4/1
We are hosting a blood drive on Thursday, 4/1, from 1:00-6:00pm in the gym at FBC. Get a free $10 e-gift card and a pair of Versiti special edition socks for donating. Masks are required, social distancing is expected and all precautions will be taken to make this a safe event. The need for blood is great. If you're able to donate, we encourage you to do so. Sign up to donate at
https://donate.michigan.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/126834?fbclid=IwAR0UUIxB-nhAqykZGsSza3-U6M3CFa_2ZAOm_WIacREZfvkx3Wr4lQxynpkCouples Retreat: 4/8-4/10 or 4/16-4/18
You may have heard the phrase – “Come apart before you come apart.” Jesus said something similar to his disciples when he gave this invitation: “Come away by yourselves to a remote place and rest for a while.” (Mark 6:31). Life is demanding and complicated. Without intentional practices of rest and renewal none of us are able to keep perspective. This is especially true of marriage relationships. Without tending, the spark that brought a couple together can begin to fade. Lake Ann Camp’s Couples Retreat is perfectly designed to stir the embers and reignite the flame. Whether you are just beginning the marriage journey, or have been married for decades, you can expect to be encouraged and filled with hope for the days ahead. Practical messages, engaging activities, and quiet moments provide rest and renewal. Join us at beautiful Lake Ann Camp and discover life at its best." Cost is $185-325 per couple, depending on your housing choice. Doug & Julie Zantello are going 4/8-4/10 and Rob & Brandy Zantello are going 4/16-4/18. If you’re interested in carpooling or have ?’s, feel free to contact any of them. For more information or to register online, go to:
https://lakeanncamp.com/retreats/couples-retreat/Summer Camp
Students in 7-13th Grade are invited to attend Higher Ground at Lake Louise Camp this summer. Cost is $350 per student. Camp weeks are: 7 & 8th Graders - July 25-31; 9 & 10th Graders - July 11-17; 11, 12, & 13th Graders - August 1-7. Scholarships are available and fundraisers will be decided soon. If your child plans to go, please let Kim Collins know as soon as possible.
FBC App Now Available
We are excited to share with you that FBC has a new app available where you can conveniently: 1) View recordings of our Sunday worship services (unfortunately a Live option is not available yet); 2) Update your personal information if you get a new phone number or move; 3) Register for events online (including our upcoming Seder Dinner); 4) Make an online offering to FBC ; 5) Send prayer requests; 6) Receive messages from FBC; and 7) Coming soon: the ability to check our activities calendarAfter the app is loaded, you need to click on the "Profile" option and enter your phone number without dashes or other characters to sync with the church's system. If you use the email option, be sure to enter the email that the church uses (so the one you're receiving this email at!). You can download the app by clicking this link from your cell phone or tablet. We're excited to bring another avenue of communication to you! If you have any issues, please contact Kim and let her know.
https://shelby.ministryone.com/landing/v6VPPictures Needed
As Rocky Starland continues to put history videos together, he is seeking church related pictures from 1970-present. If you have any available (church plays, Pumpkinfest, potlucks, etc.), please either drop them off in envelopes and put them in his church mailbox. Please include information about each picture: people's names, what the event is, and any other helpful details. Also be sure to put your name on the envelope so we can return the pictures when we are done. If you’d like to bring digital copies, please make arrangements with Kim.
Greeter Needed
If you are able to serve as a Greeter for any of our Sunday worship services this month, please let Kim know ASAP.
We Care Food Pantry Collection
Please bring a canned good or other non-perishable item(s) with you when you come to worship each week for the We Care Food Pantry. It would be great if you would bring something substantial, such as a can of stew or something someone can use for a meal. Other suggested items are: meat–canned or frozen; cereal; dry pasta; canned vegetables; canned fruit; tuna; spaghetti sauce; crackers; rice/rice mixes; pork & beans; canned soup; and peanut butter. There will be a container in the foyer for your contribution.
Church Office Hours
Kim is on vacation March 31-April 11. If you have an emergency prayer request, please text the information to her and she’ll send it out as soon as possible. Resuming 4/14: While Kim will continue to work primarily from home, the church office will be open on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM if you need to stop in for any reason.
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.comOnline 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:
https://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/southhavenfbc
On the Calendar
children’s sunday school
· No class 3/28 or 4/4; resumes 4/11
· Sundays at 9:30 AM in the Resource Room
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· Contact Janette Hendrix for questions or more information.
mission café
· Sundays before and after church
worship
· Sundays at 10:30 AM in the 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 at 10:30 AM in the Gym
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
women’s virtual bible study
· Mondays, 6:45 PM online
· Currentl study: Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa TerKeurst
· New study It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered by Lysa Terkeurst begins 3/29.
· Contact Tracy Marshall or Brandy Zantello for questions, more information or to join the next study.
men’s group
· Tuesdays, 7:00 PM in the Library
· Contact Dave Hollis for questions or more information.
church office open
· Wednesdays, 10:00am-4:00pm
bible study
· Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30am in the Library
· Contact Vasha Ferguson for questions or more information.
women’s craft group
· Thursdays, 6:30pm in the Library
· Contact Tracy Marshall to participate.
coming soon
· Blood Drive: Thursday, 4/1
· Easter Breakfast & Worship: Sunday, 4/4
· No class 3/28 or 4/4; resumes 4/11
· Sundays at 9:30 AM in the Resource Room
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· Contact Janette Hendrix for questions or more information.
mission café
· Sundays before and after church
worship
· Sundays at 10:30 AM in the 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 at 10:30 AM in the Gym
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
women’s virtual bible study
· Mondays, 6:45 PM online
· Currentl study: Forgiving What You Can't Forget by Lysa TerKeurst
· New study It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered by Lysa Terkeurst begins 3/29.
· Contact Tracy Marshall or Brandy Zantello for questions, more information or to join the next study.
men’s group
· Tuesdays, 7:00 PM in the Library
· Contact Dave Hollis for questions or more information.
church office open
· Wednesdays, 10:00am-4:00pm
bible study
· Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30am in the Library
· Contact Vasha Ferguson for questions or more information.
women’s craft group
· Thursdays, 6:30pm in the Library
· Contact Tracy Marshall to participate.
coming soon
· Blood Drive: Thursday, 4/1
· Easter Breakfast & Worship: Sunday, 4/4
· Thank you so much for your prayers for Lacey Schultz and baby Ace! We are excited to share with you that he was able to come home from the hospital on 3/25.
· Jim Seagren (friend of Stan & Jean Robinson) is recovering from an additional surgery due to cancer. They are unable to remove the tumor and are trying to bypass blockages caused by it. The prognosis is not good as the cancer is spread extensively through his body.
· Joe Collins (father-in-law of Kim Collins) continues to recover from lingering Covid side effects.
· Steve Follman is recovering from surgery for a total knee replacement.
· Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
· Jim Seagren (friend of Stan & Jean Robinson) is recovering from an additional surgery due to cancer. They are unable to remove the tumor and are trying to bypass blockages caused by it. The prognosis is not good as the cancer is spread extensively through his body.
· Joe Collins (father-in-law of Kim Collins) continues to recover from lingering Covid side effects.
· Steve Follman is recovering from surgery for a total knee replacement.
· 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
1635 76th Street
South Haven, MI 49090
269-637-1291
southhavenfbc@gmail.com