First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 4/4/2021
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
Perks of the Resurrection
1 Peter 1:3-5
Pastor Jerry Koller
1 Peter 1:3-5
Pastor Jerry Koller
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, (1 Peter 1:3)
and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade—kept in heaven for you, (1 Peter 1:4)
who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. (1 Peter 1:5)
To bless or to praise God means to proclaim His merit or His worth.
“Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!” (Rev. 5:12)
Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, singing: “To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!” (Rev. 5:13)
Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, singing: “To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!” (Rev. 5:13)
And they cried out in a loud voice: “Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.” (Rev. 7:10)
All the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. They fell down on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, (Rev. 7:11)
saying: “Amen! Praise and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength be to our God for ever and ever. Amen!” (Rev. 7:12)
All the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. They fell down on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, (Rev. 7:11)
saying: “Amen! Praise and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength be to our God for ever and ever. Amen!” (Rev. 7:12)
There is nothing that we know of that rightfully deserves our praise other than God. There is no one who rightfully deserves our praise other than God.
He is to be praised because of His great mercy.
He is to be praised because of His great mercy.
Mercy:
Love seems to be at the core of mercy.
Mercy has an object. It seems to be something that responds to a human need.
It often comes in an unexpected or unmerited way.
At its core, mercy is often expressed in forgiveness.
It is an attribute of God.
Scripture shows us how God has given us His great mercy, and this great mercy has its greatest expression in the giving of a new birth.
But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. (Eph. 2:4-5)
This new birth, given through God’s great mercy to us, is a living hope.
Biblical hope is something that will come true because it is a strong and confident expectation.
Biblical hope is something that will come true because it is a strong and confident expectation.
This living hope has been secured through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.
This new birthis our inheritance.
It is an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade.
This inheritance, received through faith, is shielded by God’s power.
It is divinely insured, kept in heaven for you.
It is divinely kept until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time.
It is an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade.
This inheritance, received through faith, is shielded by God’s power.
It is divinely insured, kept in heaven for you.
It is divinely kept until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time.
But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. (Eph. 2:4-5)
And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. (Eph. 2:6-7)
And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. (Eph. 2:6-7)
APPLICATION
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!
Praise Him because He is worthy to be praised.
Praise Him because of the great mercies He has bestowed upon us.
Praise Him because He has given us His one and only Son, Jesus Christ, who suffered, died, and rose again.
Praise Him because by grace, through faith, we have received the new birth. We have received new life.
Praise Him because through the resurrection of our Savior, we have received a living hope, a strong and confident expectation—our salvation—that will be fully revealed and experienced when Jesus returns.
Praise Him because this inheritance can never spoil, perish, or fade because it is divinely insured—kept in heaven for us—safe and secure by God’s power.
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!
Praise Him because He is worthy to be praised.
Praise Him because of the great mercies He has bestowed upon us.
Praise Him because He has given us His one and only Son, Jesus Christ, who suffered, died, and rose again.
Praise Him because by grace, through faith, we have received the new birth. We have received new life.
Praise Him because through the resurrection of our Savior, we have received a living hope, a strong and confident expectation—our salvation—that will be fully revealed and experienced when Jesus returns.
Praise Him because this inheritance can never spoil, perish, or fade because it is divinely insured—kept in heaven for us—safe and secure by God’s power.
He is not here; he has RISEN!
Happy Birthday!
· Shirley Jackson (4/10)
· Brooks Norman (4/11)
· Brooks Norman (4/11)
Happy Anniversary!
· Chet & Renee Goff (4/10, 28 years)
Couples 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 4/4 due to Easter
· 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
· It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered by Lysa Terkeurst.
· 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.
· No class 4/4 due to Easter
· 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
· It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered by Lysa Terkeurst.
· 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.
· 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.
· 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