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First Baptist Church, South Haven

Worship Gathering: 11/21/2021

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-118136484800

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

What Kind of Wisdom Do You Have?
James 3:17
Pastor Jerry Koller

“Never mistake knowledge for wisdom. One helps you make a living and the other helps you make a life.”

James 3:13-17 talks about two kinds of wisdom: earthly and heavenly; wisdom that comes from below or wisdom that comes from above.

James 3:13

James 3:17

8 Characteristics of Heavenly Wisdom

1. Pure
· free from contamination or defilement
· holy

Matthew 5:8

1 John 3:3

2. Peaceable
· When we exercise wisdom that is pure or holy, that is peaceable, we become peacemakers.

Matthew 5:9

Hebrews 12:11

3. Gentle
· The Greek word translated “gentle” has no satisfactory equivalent in the English language.
· The idea behind this Greek word is that of courtesy and consideration, or to be fair and forbearing.
· It includes the characteristics of humility and patience.

Matthew 5:5

Matthew 11:28-29

4. Reasonable
· teachable and compliant

5. Full of Mercy
· forgiveness
· compassion
· assistance
· kindness
· unconditional love

Matthew 5:7

James 2:13

6. Full of Good Fruits
· every sort of good work or deed that is an outpouring of genuine faith
· Full means filled to the point of overflowing.

7. Unwavering
· to be undivided
· not to be parted
· without uncertainty or indecision
· no room for doubtfulness or inconsistency
· unshakable

8. Without Hypocrisy

APPLICATION

Wisdom is the result of interpreting and acting upon the knowledge one possesses.

How do you know which path your wisdom is following? Look at how you live life.

James 3:13

· Would you characterize the life you live as being pure?
· Would you characterize the life you live as being peace-loving?
· Is it gentle and considerate of others in a spirit of humility and patience?
· Would you characterize the life you live as being reasonable—teachable, and compliant to the ways of God?
· Would you characterize the life you live as being full of mercy?
· Is it your goal to bear good fruit for the glory of God?
· Would you characterize the life you live as being unwavering as far as doing all for the glory of God according to kingdom principles?

Happy Birthday!

· Griffin Rooker (11/16) · Ken Dell (11/19)

Next Week’s Servants (11/28)

· Café Bakers: Sandi Starland (pigs in a blanket) | Marge Dumbaugh (donuts) · Mission Café: Marge Dumbaugh · Nursery: Chelsea Hagger, Patty Bales

Thank You

We are greatly humbled by the generosity of our congregation. So far, this year’s offering, combined with pledges, is a total of $41,479. We thank you for your faithfulness, especially during such challenging times, and look forward to seeing how God will use our building in the year ahead as we continue to “Know Him and Make Him Known.” If you would still like to make a contribution to this fund, please drop your gift in the regular offering with the notation of “Oktoberfest.”

Pumpkinfest Trunk or Treat Pictures Wanted

If you took pictures at our Trunk or Treat, please give copies to the office either via Google dropbox, on a thumbdrive, or stop by and have Kim take them directly off your device. Thank you!

Cook Needed for Local Ministry

Open Door is a local ministry that has been in operation for over 20 years. A free meal is provided to anyone once a week on Tuesday afternoon. Many churches in the South Haven area participate with the First United Methodist church who hosts this ministry in their kitchen and dining hall. Each week, a different church has volunteers come to cook and/or serve the food. Since COVID-19, meals have been boxed in takeout containers, where recipients can drive up and take the desired number of containers for their household. One of the cooks is retiring and there is a need to fill this spot. I was asked if someone from FBC would like to take on this ministry of cooking. There is a retired professional chef that would be willing to train this person or team of persons who would be cooking for about 100 people once a month. A different team comes in to “box” the meal and take it to the cars in the parking lot at 6pm. If you’d like to learn more about this ministry opportunity, please catch me at church on a Sunday or contact me at 269-767-2883. One afternoon a month to help in a local ministry that helps someone stretch their food budget is one of the most worthwhile ministries I have participated in since it started, along with We Care INC. Give it some prayer time and listen for God’s answer. ~Rocky Starland

Christmas Eve Service: Friday, 12/24

Join us for a special time of worship on Christmas Eve! Friday, December 24 | 6:00 pm | FBC Sanctuary If you would like to participate in the service (sing, dance, instrumental, etc.), please contact Pastor Jerry as soon as possible.

Military Christmas Box Collection

We are collecting items to send in Christmas boxes to our FBC military members [John Ellis, Stephen Koller & Mitch Rooker] - plus if we get enough items, we’ll send additional boxes to Stephen to share with those he is stationed with in the Middle East. If you’d like to donate items, please bring them to church by Sunday, December 12. Some suggested items are: · Hostess/Little Debbie Snacks (swiss cake rolls, zebra cakes, honey buns, etc.) · Packaged candy (no chocolate, except M&M’s) · Pre-packaged Holiday Cookies · Candy Canes · Cheese Logs (non-perishable) · Crackers for Beef and Cheese (Ritz, Club, etc.) · Cracker Sandwiches · Beef Jerky or Sticks (pork and pork by-products are not allowed) · Pumpkin/Sunflower Seeds, Nuts · Trail Mix · Mints or Gum · Granola or high protein bars · Pringles/canned chips · Individual Drink Flavor Sticks · Coffee · Flavored Creamers (individual sizes) · Dried Fruit · Peanut Butter · Toilet Paper · Toothbrushes & Toothpaste · Chapstick · Baby Wipes · Sunscreen · Men’s Socks · Waterless hand sanitizer · Anything else you think would be yummy, helpful, or enjoyed!

We Care: Christmas Hope Program

We Care is accepting items for their Christmas Hope program which allows eligible parents to come and "shop" for their children from a supply of donated toys, stuffed animals, hats and mittens, stocking stuffers, crafts, family games, books and personal care items. All recipients are cleared through We Care to insure need and eligibility. If you would like to make a contribution, items can be brought to FBC and placed in the box in the foyer or dropped off directly to First Assembly of God Church (06500 Blue Star Highway). For questions or more information, contact 269-214-6208.

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!

Trivia Night: 12/11

Saturday, December 11 | 6:00pm | Upstairs at FBC... Mark your calendars and plan to join us for a mini-trivia night that will be a primer for our normal event in March 2022.  We will have a "Best of Trivia" and use two categories each from our 2015-2019 events.  8-10 people per table.  Table hosts will coordinate or bring snacks and drinks for their group.  Childcare provided. Cost will be $10 per table payable in cash on the night of the event. Winners will receive the entire registration amount collected as a prize.  For questions or more information, contact Kim Collins.  Let us know if we should plan on you: Sign-up online / Stop by the Welcome Center / Contact Kim Collins.

https://southhavenfbc.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/65030a08-6dfa-40b0-b941-a49e9ac5e136

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/southhavenfbc

Church Office Hours

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.

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

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 | Resource Room · 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 | Gym · 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 | Classroom 2 · Middle & High School students · Contact Allie Wilson for questions or more information. men’s bible study · Tuesdays | 7-8:30pm | Follman Home · Address: 69416 40th Avenue, Covert, 49043 · 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 Vasha Ferguson for questions or more information. women’s craft group · Thursdays | 6:30pm | Library · Contact Tracy Marshall to participate. men's basketball · Saturdays | 1:30-2:30pm | Gym · Contact Tracy Marshall to participate. coming soon · Trivia Night - Saturday, 12/11 | 6:00pm | upstairs in Plaza · Christmas Eve Worship Service - Friday, 12/24 | 6:00pm | FBC Sanctuary

· Roy & Sue Richmond and their family upon the loss of Sue's mother, Mary Stainbrook, on 11/ 8 following a massive stroke.
· Penny Alexander (friend of Bruce & Vasha Ferguson) has stage 4 COPD and is struggling with a severe cold. Please pray for healing.
· Barb Harris (Allie Wilson's mom) is improving after receiving fluids and treatment for Covid. She continues to recover at home.
· Rose Ely (Tracy Marshall's grandma) fell and broke her femur at mid-thigh. She is now in a rehab facility, but is not eating well.
· The family of Aaron Umbanhower who passed away on 10/23 from Covid. Aaron was a previous member of our youth group and is the brother of Amber Wilburn (who is Tina Wilburn's daughter-in-law).
· Pastor Jerry Koller is recovering from corrective foot surgery.
· John Ellis is stationed in Washington state and is having some heart issues. Doctors believe it may be related to smoke inhalation from fighting wildfires. He is on light duty for the next month until test results are available.
· Steve Follman is recovering from a successful hip replacement surgery.
· Elliot Keys (8 year-old son of Ashley Ampersee who is a coworker of Tracy Marshall) continues to be hospitalized at U of M in Ann Arbor as he recovers from a car accident which resulted in one leg being amputated and part of his other foot being removed.
· Linda Rooker is recovering from a successful hip replacement surgery. Pray for a speedy healing and minimal pain.
· 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

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