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First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 1/18/2026
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 later in the week.
Locations & Times
First Baptist Church
10781 76th St, South Haven, MI 49090, USA
Sunday 10:30 AM
Website
Please use our website as a resource tool to stay informed and up to date on our most current activities. **Please Note*** Under "Resources" we have a page for "FBC Members Only" which has our latest emails and any pertinent info from Pastor Jerry. If you try to access this page, you will need the password "Know Him" to see the content.
https://www.southhavenfbc.comLive Stream
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
View today's message later this week on our YouTube channel.
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-bulletinsPrayer Requests
Please let us know how we can pray for you or if you are in need of specific care or encouragement.
https://southhavenfbc.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/0c9d288f-af8d-41bd-9359-4dc3cf051bc9
Praying Through Trials & Adversities
James 5:13-18
Pastor Jerry Koller
James 5:13-18
Pastor Jerry Koller
James asks: Is anyone among you suffering? This seems to be a rhetorical question.
• Whether it comes from within or not, trials and adversities are usually not easy to deal with, especially when they result in suffering.
• What kind of a remedy does James prescribe for those who are suffering? Prayer. Then he must pray.
• This could be translated: Then he must keep on praying.
• Praying then acting has its advantage over acting, then praying.
• Whether it comes from within or not, trials and adversities are usually not easy to deal with, especially when they result in suffering.
• What kind of a remedy does James prescribe for those who are suffering? Prayer. Then he must pray.
• This could be translated: Then he must keep on praying.
• Praying then acting has its advantage over acting, then praying.
Examples of Prayer being a priority
When you pray, may your first motivation be that God is glorified.
“Our supreme motive in our prayers should be that God may be glorified by answering our prayers, not that we may get gratification, but that God may get glory to Himself.” ~ R.A. Torrey
In the second half of verse 13, we find the second “Is...Then” comment: Is anyone cheerful? He is to sing praises.
• Cheerfulness does not reflect a lack of trials or adversities.
• Cheerful reflects a person’s disposition in the midst of trials, adversities, or suffering caused by them.
• The word “cheerful” comes from a word that means “to be of good cheer, of good courage, or to be joyful.”
• Cheerfulness does not reflect a lack of trials or adversities.
• Cheerful reflects a person’s disposition in the midst of trials, adversities, or suffering caused by them.
• The word “cheerful” comes from a word that means “to be of good cheer, of good courage, or to be joyful.”
“The mature Christian knows how to sing while he is suffering. (Anybody can sing after the trouble has passed.) God is able to give songs in the night (Job 35:10). He did this for Paul and Silas when they were suffering in that Philippian jail.” ~ Dr. Warren Wiersbe
APPLICATION
Are the adversities you are facing causing your spirit to become overwhelmed? Then follow what God’s word tells you to do.
• Pray first.
• Keep on praying.
• Pray that God will be glorified through your circumstances.
• If you remain cheerful during trial, sing praises to God.
• Keep on praying.
• Pray that God will be glorified through your circumstances.
• If you remain cheerful during trial, sing praises to God.
Happy Birthday!
• Linda Rooker (2/19)
• Rob Zantello (2/19)
• Don Jenks (2/24)
• Brandy Zantello (2/24)
• Rob Zantello (2/19)
• Don Jenks (2/24)
• Brandy Zantello (2/24)
Happy Anniversary!
• Mike & Amy Neikirk (2/22, 29 years)
Next Week’s Servants (1/25)
• Café Attendant: Marge Parmenter
• Café Food: Beth Bocock (casserole), Don Jenks (donuts)
• Nursery: Abi Avery, Sandi Cagle
• Sound Tech: Bill Foskett
• Video, Streaming & Camera Techs: Linda & Julie Newell, Tracy & Riley Marshall, Max Foskett
• Café Food: Beth Bocock (casserole), Don Jenks (donuts)
• Nursery: Abi Avery, Sandi Cagle
• Sound Tech: Bill Foskett
• Video, Streaming & Camera Techs: Linda & Julie Newell, Tracy & Riley Marshall, Max Foskett
Meals Needed
As Mike Rooker continues to heal from a stroke, we would like to bless the Rooker family with dinner each night. If you're able to bring them a meal (or two or three), please sign up at this link:
https://takethemameal.com/BCXI8367Annual Meeting TODAY
Our Annual Meeting will be held in the sanctuary TODAY immediately following the morning worship service. All members are encouraged and expected to participate if possible.
We will vote on the following:
1. Approval of the 2026 budget.
2. Affirmation of the 2026 Elder Ministry Team: Patty Bales, Dan Marshall, Alyssa Newell, and Doug Zantello.
3. Proposed By-Law change.
We will vote on the following:
1. Approval of the 2026 budget.
2. Affirmation of the 2026 Elder Ministry Team: Patty Bales, Dan Marshall, Alyssa Newell, and Doug Zantello.
3. Proposed By-Law change.
Winter Weather is Here
If church or other activities will be cancelled due to the weather, we will send an email, text, and post on Facebook. Please be sure to check your device before heading out. Please use caution and extreme care when coming to church as the parking lot is very icy because of the cold temperatures, The front by the main entrance is ice free and recommended for drop-offs whenever possible.
Hearing Assistance Devices Available
We have hearing assistance devices available during the morning worship service which allow the user to control the volume based on their individual needs. They are available from the Sound Booth at the rear of the sanctuary and are cleaned and sanitized after each use. For questions, see Rocky Starland.
Have You Considered?
Did you know that if your bank offers online services, you can set your tithe up as a regular ‘bill payment’ through your bank? This is a convenient option to help with continuity in giving and the ability for you to tithe even when you are on vacation or miss church. It eliminates having to wonder if you turned in your offering while you were gone! If you have questions or would like more information about how to utilize this convenient option, check with your banking institution or contact the church office.
Pop Cans = Scholarships
Don’t forget that your beverage can & bottle donations are used to fund teen scholarships for youth retreats, summer camps, special activities, etc. Please bring your recyclable items to the church anytime!
Mission Cafe
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
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, debit/credit cards or Paypal, Venmo, Apple & Google Pay thru the church app!
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, debit/credit cards or Paypal, Venmo, Apple & Google Pay thru the church app!
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/southhavenfbcFBC 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
mission café
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Sanctuary
• If you're unable to join us in-person, you can watch live on Facebook or view later in the week on Facebook or YouTube or listen to an audio only version on Archive.
children’s worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Children’s Worship Room
• Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
• Does not meet on the first Sunday of each month.
• Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
men’s bible study
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Mission Café
• Contact Paul Fitton or Larry Dobberstein for questions or more information.
church office open
Wednesdays | 11:00am-4:00pm
theology class
Wednesdays | 7:00-8:00pm | Main Foyer
• Closed course.
• Resumes 2/25
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:30am | Conference Room
• Studying Joshua; open to new participants at any time.
• Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.
women’s craft group
Thursdays | 6:30pm | Craft Room
• Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Sanctuary
• If you're unable to join us in-person, you can watch live on Facebook or view later in the week on Facebook or YouTube or listen to an audio only version on Archive.
children’s worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Children’s Worship Room
• Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
• Does not meet on the first Sunday of each month.
• Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
men’s bible study
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Mission Café
• Contact Paul Fitton or Larry Dobberstein for questions or more information.
church office open
Wednesdays | 11:00am-4:00pm
theology class
Wednesdays | 7:00-8:00pm | Main Foyer
• Closed course.
• Resumes 2/25
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:30am | Conference Room
• Studying Joshua; open to new participants at any time.
• Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.
women’s craft group
Thursdays | 6:30pm | Craft Room
• Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.
• Vincent Bryant still has a small area on his foot that hasn't healed. He is also having eye problems and is able to see very little right now. He cannot get in for an appointment until next month, unless they have a cancellation sooner. Continued prayers for the foot sore to completely close and heal as well as his vision to be restored are appreciated.
• Miriam Bryant will have carpal tunnel surgery on her right hand on Tuesday, 1/20. She will eventually need the left hand done as well. Prayers for a speedy recovery and minimal pain are appreciated.
• Sandi Cagle is recovering from surgery on her shoulder. Please pray for a speedy healing and that the pain will be manageable.
• Mike Rooker has returned home and is continuing outpatient therapy.
• Carson Rooker is recovering from surgery to repair his clavicle that was broken in 3 places following a skiing accident.
• Ginny Dorsey (Rhonda Dobberstein's mom) is recovering from sepsis and pneumonia; is very weak and needs to regain strength.
• Bruce Ferguson is being tested for prostate and bladder problems. Please pray that the results are negative and that the issues are not happening because of cancer.
• Judy Niekirk (Mike's mom) is recovering from surgery for renal cell carcinoma. She is recovering well, but the cancer has spread. She is waiting for an oncology appointment to be scheduled.
• Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
• Miriam Bryant will have carpal tunnel surgery on her right hand on Tuesday, 1/20. She will eventually need the left hand done as well. Prayers for a speedy recovery and minimal pain are appreciated.
• Sandi Cagle is recovering from surgery on her shoulder. Please pray for a speedy healing and that the pain will be manageable.
• Mike Rooker has returned home and is continuing outpatient therapy.
• Carson Rooker is recovering from surgery to repair his clavicle that was broken in 3 places following a skiing accident.
• Ginny Dorsey (Rhonda Dobberstein's mom) is recovering from sepsis and pneumonia; is very weak and needs to regain strength.
• Bruce Ferguson is being tested for prostate and bladder problems. Please pray that the results are negative and that the issues are not happening because of cancer.
• Judy Niekirk (Mike's mom) is recovering from surgery for renal cell carcinoma. She is recovering well, but the cancer has spread. She is waiting for an oncology appointment to be scheduled.
• 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