First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 9/12/2021
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 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.
https://www.facebook.com/First-Baptist-Church-of-South-Haven-118136484800Online Worship: YouTube
View today's message later this week on our YouTube channel by clicking here.
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
Overcome Evil with Good
Romans 12:17-21
Pastor Jerry Koller
Romans 12:17-21
Pastor Jerry Koller
A Foundational Truth: Love must be sincere... (Romans 12:9a)
Evil is that which is opposed to God and His purposes or that which, defined from human perspectives, is harmful and non-productive.
Two categories: natural and moral evil.
· Natural evil can be described as destructive forces in nature, ranging from earthquakes and tidal waves to cancer.
· Moral evil has its source in the choices and actions of humans.
· Evil, in this context, can be characterized as individual actions taken by someone.
· Natural evil can be described as destructive forces in nature, ranging from earthquakes and tidal waves to cancer.
· Moral evil has its source in the choices and actions of humans.
· Evil, in this context, can be characterized as individual actions taken by someone.
5 Things to Consider When Dealing with Evil:
1. Do Not Repay Evil for Evil
· See Genesis 34
· You can never love others as Jesus loves us by returning evil for evil.
· See Genesis 34
· You can never love others as Jesus loves us by returning evil for evil.
2. Be Careful to Do What is Right in the Eyes of Everybody
· Rather than repaying evil for evil, we must be more concerned about doing what is right.
· Evil can be aggressive or passive.
· Passive or aggressive evil should never be returned to those who do evil to you because God expects us to do what is right in the eyes of everybody.
· Rather than repaying evil for evil, we must be more concerned about doing what is right.
· Evil can be aggressive or passive.
· Passive or aggressive evil should never be returned to those who do evil to you because God expects us to do what is right in the eyes of everybody.
How Christians treat one another has always been a sore spot to those outside the family.
· This is one of the major objections people have against the church.
· If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
· This is one of the major objections people have against the church.
· If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
3. Do Your Part in the Peace Process.
· The phrase If it is possible indicates that there may or may not be a possibility of living peacefully with everyone.
· The phrase If it is possible indicates that there may or may not be a possibility of living peacefully with everyone.
4. Never Take Revenge
· Taking revenge elevates you to the position of judge and jury.
· You judge, condemn, pass judgment, and carry that judgment out.
· Taking revenge elevates you to the position of judge and jury.
· You judge, condemn, pass judgment, and carry that judgment out.
Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God’s wrath.
· He will judge righteously. We cannot.
· He will judge righteously. We cannot.
5. Love Fervently
If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.
In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.
· This is a metaphorical statement that means when you seek to bless instead of taking revenge and repaying evil for evil, your love may result in conviction
· It may open the door to repentance and reconciliation.
· This is a metaphorical statement that means when you seek to bless instead of taking revenge and repaying evil for evil, your love may result in conviction
· It may open the door to repentance and reconciliation.
God does not expect us to eradicate evil.
· Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
· Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
APPLICATION
Are you overcoming evil with good?
· It will be easier to do if we live in community, as One Body, as each member exercises their gift for the common good.
· It will be easier if we exercise compassion with our brothers or sisters when they fall into sin.
· As we help restore them, as we help them bear their load so that they do not become crushed under the weight of their sin, we practice doing good.
· The more we practice, the better we become at overcoming evil with good.
· It will be easier if we work at keeping our tongues under control so that they are not a source of evil.
· Together let us overcome evil with good.
· It will be easier to do if we live in community, as One Body, as each member exercises their gift for the common good.
· It will be easier if we exercise compassion with our brothers or sisters when they fall into sin.
· As we help restore them, as we help them bear their load so that they do not become crushed under the weight of their sin, we practice doing good.
· The more we practice, the better we become at overcoming evil with good.
· It will be easier if we work at keeping our tongues under control so that they are not a source of evil.
· Together let us overcome evil with good.
Happy Birthday!
· Pete Danapilis (9/13)
· Sue Richmond (9/15)
· Sue Richmond (9/15)
Church Picnic TODAY!
Please plan to join us at Bumbleberry Acres TODAY at 1:00 pm for an old fashioned Picnic Lunch. Meat, beverages and table service will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to pass. Unfortunately, we were unable to locate a square dance caller so we’ll just enjoy the sunshine, food and yard games. We’ll have tables and chairs for the mealtime, but bring a lawn chair as well if you’d like. We will need help after church to transport tables and chairs to Bumbleberry - please meet in the gym right after the service if you’re able to help load.
Ladies Retreat: Lake Ann Camp | Sept.17-19
Are you looking for an opportunity to take a break from your everyday life and meet with the Lord in a special way? If so, you won’t want to miss Refresh: Ladies Retreats at Lake Ann Camp! We anticipate God will do a mighty work in your heart and life! This retreat will be a blessing and encouragement to you. You will be uplifted, challenged, and encouraged as our speakers share insights from God’s Word and their own personal lives. We hope you will join us for this time of learning, worship, and fellowship! For more info, go to the link below or contact Brandy Zantello.
https://lakeanncamp.com/retreats/ladies-retreats/Blood Drive: 9/23
We will host a blood drive on Thursday, 9/15, from 1:00-6:00 PM in the gym. Appointments preferred; walk-ins accepted. Call 866-642-5663.Sign up online at
https://donate.michigan.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/126837Youth Group and Children’s Sunday School Resume 10/3
· Sunday School for kids ages 5 years old - 5th grade will meet in the Resource Room from 9:30-10:15 AM. For questions or more info, contact Janette Hendrix.
· Youth Group for teens in middle and high school will meet in Classroom 2 from 2:00-4:00 PM. For questions or more info, contact Allie Wilson.
· Youth Group for teens in middle and high school will meet in Classroom 2 from 2:00-4:00 PM. For questions or more info, contact Allie Wilson.
Flower Bed Maintenance Needed
We need help maintaining the church’s flowerbeds. Feel free to stop by the church at your convenience and pull weeds from whatever flowerbed catches your eye. If you contact us in advance, we can arrange for the shed to be open so you can get tools; otherwise feel free to bring your own.
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:
https://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/southhavenfbcChurch Office Hours
The church office will be open on Wednesdays from 11:00 AM-4:00 PM if you need to stop in for any reason.
Mission Cafe
· 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!
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!
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.
https://shelby.ministryone.com/landing/v6VPCheck 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 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.
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.
men's basketball
· Saturdays, 1:30-2:30pm in the Gym
· Contact Tracy Marshall to participate.
on summer break | will resume this fall
· Children's Sunday School (resumes 10/3)
· Youth Group (resumes 10/3)
· Tuesday Evening Women's Bible Study
· Tuesday Evening Men's Group
· 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.
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.
men's basketball
· Saturdays, 1:30-2:30pm in the Gym
· Contact Tracy Marshall to participate.
on summer break | will resume this fall
· Children's Sunday School (resumes 10/3)
· Youth Group (resumes 10/3)
· Tuesday Evening Women's Bible Study
· Tuesday Evening Men's Group
· Gary Wilson (Jeff Wilson's dad) is recovering from surgery for colon cancer; pray for a speedy recovery and healing; other treatment options are being evaluated.
· Steve Follman will have a hip replacement surgery on 9/21.
· Taylor Brown (12 year-old great granddaughter of Frank & Mary Buchert, grandniece of Curt & Patty Bales) was able to finally return home on 8/27 after being quarantined and hospitalized for several months while she prepared and underwent a stem cell transplant.
· Tom & Judy Gardner and their family (former FBC members) upon the loss of their daughter-in-law, Geraldine Smith. Please especially keep Geraldine's husband, Art, and their four children ages 22,14,10, and 8 in prayer. If anyone would like to reach out to them or send a card, Judy's cell number is 269-650-9108 and their address is 32744 62nd Street, Bangor MI 49013.
· John Ellis is deployed to fight wildfires in California. Please pray for his safety and protection.
· Billy McIntosh (Renee Goff's brother) is suspected to have a genetic form of cardiomyopathy; waiting for test results; has to wear a life vest/portable defibrillator for 90 days and then further treatment will be determined.
· Stan & Jean Robinson and Bruce & Janine Robinson and their family upon the passing of Stan’s brother and Bruce’s father, Howard Robinson, on 8/15.
· Lois Farr (former FBC member) has been diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer.
· Carol Brower (sister-in-law of Eric & Tom & Mechele Brower) is receiving Hospice care.
· Tim Sullivan has Coronary Artery Disease; pray for healing.
· Loretta Pollard (mother of Susan Seitz) has been placed in a nursing home.
· Linda Rooker is recovering from a successful hip replacement surgery. Pray for a speedy healing and minimal pain.
· Doug Zantello is recovering from foot surgery. Pray for minimal pain and a speedy recovery.
· Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
· Steve Follman will have a hip replacement surgery on 9/21.
· Taylor Brown (12 year-old great granddaughter of Frank & Mary Buchert, grandniece of Curt & Patty Bales) was able to finally return home on 8/27 after being quarantined and hospitalized for several months while she prepared and underwent a stem cell transplant.
· Tom & Judy Gardner and their family (former FBC members) upon the loss of their daughter-in-law, Geraldine Smith. Please especially keep Geraldine's husband, Art, and their four children ages 22,14,10, and 8 in prayer. If anyone would like to reach out to them or send a card, Judy's cell number is 269-650-9108 and their address is 32744 62nd Street, Bangor MI 49013.
· John Ellis is deployed to fight wildfires in California. Please pray for his safety and protection.
· Billy McIntosh (Renee Goff's brother) is suspected to have a genetic form of cardiomyopathy; waiting for test results; has to wear a life vest/portable defibrillator for 90 days and then further treatment will be determined.
· Stan & Jean Robinson and Bruce & Janine Robinson and their family upon the passing of Stan’s brother and Bruce’s father, Howard Robinson, on 8/15.
· Lois Farr (former FBC member) has been diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer.
· Carol Brower (sister-in-law of Eric & Tom & Mechele Brower) is receiving Hospice care.
· Tim Sullivan has Coronary Artery Disease; pray for healing.
· Loretta Pollard (mother of Susan Seitz) has been placed in a nursing home.
· Linda Rooker is recovering from a successful hip replacement surgery. Pray for a speedy healing and minimal pain.
· Doug Zantello is recovering from foot surgery. Pray for minimal pain and a speedy recovery.
· 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