First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 2/27/2022
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
Keeping an Eye on Ourselves
2 Timothy 2:16-19
Pastor Jerry Koller
2 Timothy 2:16-19
Pastor Jerry Koller
Avoid godless chatter…
· But avoid worldly and empty chatter (NASB).
· But avoid worldly and empty chatter (NASB).
Chatter has to do with empty discussion of vain and useless matters that are devoid of truth.
But avoid irreverent babble (ESV).
…those who indulge in it will become more and more ungodly. (vs. 16)
Their teaching will spread like gangrene.
· Faith is believing all truth about God—about His power, about His sovereignty or control over creation—and about His character and attributes
· Faith is learning about the nature of sin and the reason why life is often filled with misery, struggle, and hardships.
· Faith is accepting the radical truth about Jesus—who He is, what He has done, what He is yet to do, and what He has provided for us.
· Faith is believing what God says even though we cannot see it with our eyes, hear it with our ears, or feel it in an emotional way. Yet we write it in the tablets of our hears as if it already happened, as if we already witnessed it with our eyes, and as if we heard it with our own ears.
· Faith is trusting God because He is God.
· Faith is learning about the nature of sin and the reason why life is often filled with misery, struggle, and hardships.
· Faith is accepting the radical truth about Jesus—who He is, what He has done, what He is yet to do, and what He has provided for us.
· Faith is believing what God says even though we cannot see it with our eyes, hear it with our ears, or feel it in an emotional way. Yet we write it in the tablets of our hears as if it already happened, as if we already witnessed it with our eyes, and as if we heard it with our own ears.
· Faith is trusting God because He is God.
The Greek word which is translated rejected means to thrust something away from oneself; to turn one’s back on.
As a result of their rejection, they shipwrecked their faith.
· Literally, the compound word here could be translated ship break.
· Literally, the compound word here could be translated ship break.
Hymenaeus and Philetust promoted or taught lies
This resurrection is not a reference to Jesus’ resurrection from the dead which indeed had already taken place. It is a resurrection that will not be experienced until Jesus comes again.
What is this foundation? It is a reference to God’s plan to redeem a people for Himself, a plan that was designed before creation was spoken into existence.
This solid and firm foundation is sealed with an inscription.
· A seal is a sign of authentication.
· A seal was also used to guarantee security, such as when it was used on Jesus’ tomb. And a seal indicated ownership.
The authentication has two parts to it. The Lord knows those who are His, and Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness.
· A seal is a sign of authentication.
· A seal was also used to guarantee security, such as when it was used on Jesus’ tomb. And a seal indicated ownership.
The authentication has two parts to it. The Lord knows those who are His, and Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness.
In this two-part seal of authentication, we find the balance of divine sovereignty and human responsibility.
APPLICATION
It is not our responsibility to pass judgment on someone’s eternal status before God. Our responsibility is to share and live out the Gospel of Jesus.
Because we confess the name of Jesus, it is our responsibility to turn away from wickedness.
Let’s avoid indulging in godless chatter. Rather, let’s point people to Jesus when we can.
Let’s make sure we do not wander from the truth. The best way to do this is to live it out.
Let’s not seek to pass judgement on the spiritual condition of others based on what we see in them. Let’s leave that up to God.
Happy Birthday!
· Paige Zantello (2/28)
· Avery Zantello (3/1)
· Sharon Danapilis (3/3)
· Hayden Rooker (3/5)
· Avery Zantello (3/1)
· Sharon Danapilis (3/3)
· Hayden Rooker (3/5)
Happy Anniversary!
· Brian & Beth Bocock (2/27, 23 years)
Thank You
We want to thank our church family for the love and support you’ve given over the past few weeks during the illness and passing of Lisa’s dad. We greatly appreciate those of you who helped with and/or provided food for the funeral luncheon as well as those who sent cards and supported us with prayer during this difficult time. ~Steve & Lisa Follman and Family
Next Week’s Servants (3/6)
· Café Bakers: Tina Wilburn (biscuits & gravy) | Vasha Ferguson (donuts)
· Mission Café: Tina Wilburn
· Nursery: Tina Wilburn, Allie Wilson
· Mission Café: Tina Wilburn
· Nursery: Tina Wilburn, Allie Wilson
Church Work Day: 2/27
We are hosting a church work day TODAY after worship until about 3pm. The majority of the project will be deep cleaning and scrubbing. A light lunch will be served.
https://southhavenfbc.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/813c9769-100f-4bcf-8b73-ac23f0f879e1Church Work Day Today
We are hosting a church work day TODAY after worship until about 3pm. The majority of the project will be deep cleaning and scrubbing. A light lunch will be served.
Aftermath Cancelled for 2/27
Due to the church work day, Aftermath will not meet on Sunday, 2/27.
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.
· 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.
Dress Warm
You may have noticed when we've had colder weather (below 20 degrees) that the sanctuary and foyer feel chilly. This is because we have two boilers to heat the older portion of our building and the second boiler is currently not working. Parts have been ordered, but they can take at least 8 weeks to come in. In the meantime, please plan to dress in layers and be prepared if it's a colder morning.
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!
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 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/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 | 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
· ON BREAK until further notice
· Wednesdays | 9:30-11:30am | Library
· Contact Vasha Ferguson for questions or more information.
women’s bible study
· Wednesdays | 6:30-8:30pm | Online
· Virtual option is available.
· 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.
· 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
· ON BREAK until further notice
· Wednesdays | 9:30-11:30am | Library
· Contact Vasha Ferguson for questions or more information.
women’s bible study
· Wednesdays | 6:30-8:30pm | Online
· Virtual option is available.
· 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.
· Joyce Bocock is recovering from surgery. Pray for a speedy healing and minimal pain.
· 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.
· Susan Seitz is recovering from 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.
· 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.
· Susan Seitz is recovering from 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
1635 76th Street
South Haven, MI 49090
269-637-1291
southhavenfbc@gmail.com