First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 7/11/2021
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-118136484800Virtual 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
Hating and Clinging
Romans 12:9b
Pastor Jerry Koller
Romans 12:9b
Pastor Jerry Koller
Abhor what is evil. (NASB & ESV)
God hates certain things.
Examples of Hating Sin:
· Let those who love the LORD hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked. (Psalm 97:10)
· To fear the LORD is to hate evil... (Prov. 8:13)
· Seek good, not evil, that you may live. Then the LORD God Almighty will be with you, just as you say he is. Hate evil, love good... (Amos 5:14-15)
· Let those who love the LORD hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked. (Psalm 97:10)
· To fear the LORD is to hate evil... (Prov. 8:13)
· Seek good, not evil, that you may live. Then the LORD God Almighty will be with you, just as you say he is. Hate evil, love good... (Amos 5:14-15)
You cannot love God and evil at the same time.
· You cannot worship God properly without hating evil.
· You cannot worship God properly without hating evil.
Evil is as old as man.
How can we groom ourselves to hate evil rather than embrace it? The way to hate evil is to Cling to What is Good.
· to glue or bind together; to be joined.
· to glue or bind together; to be joined.
There are many examples in Scripture as to what is good.
In general terms, you can say that doing good is following what God requires.
God’s works and ways are perfect.
· He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he. (Deut. 32:4)
· As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless... (2 Sam. 22:31)
· As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless… (Psalm 18:30)
· He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he. (Deut. 32:4)
· As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless... (2 Sam. 22:31)
· As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless… (Psalm 18:30)
As the Prophet Micah stated, He has showed you, O man, what is good.
· What is good has been revealed to us.
· It is not something that is beyond our knowledge or comprehension.
· It is something He wants us to cling to or become inseparably joined with.
· What is good has been revealed to us.
· It is not something that is beyond our knowledge or comprehension.
· It is something He wants us to cling to or become inseparably joined with.
The key to clinging is knowing what is good.
· To know, we have to learn.
· To know, we have to learn.
APPLICATION
This brings us back to today’s Scripture: Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. (Romans 12:9b)
This brings us back to Jesus’ command: As I have loved you, so you must love one another. (John 13:34)
This brings us back to the truth that Love must be sincere. (Romans 12:9a)
By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. (John 13:34-35)… with a sincere love.
Happy Birthday!
· Tyler Follman (7/11)
· Mike Rooker (7/12)
· Samantha Bocock (7/12)
· Megan Collins (7/14)
· Jamie-Christian Moreno (7/14)
· Kristen Schultz (7/17)
· Doug Zantello (7/17)
· Eric Brower (7/18)
· Riley Marshall (7/18)
· Mike Rooker (7/12)
· Samantha Bocock (7/12)
· Megan Collins (7/14)
· Jamie-Christian Moreno (7/14)
· Kristen Schultz (7/17)
· Doug Zantello (7/17)
· Eric Brower (7/18)
· Riley Marshall (7/18)
Nursery Helpers Needed
We will soon resume having the nursery open during worship. Volunteers are needed. If you’re willing to serve in this manner, please contact Kim in the church office as soon as possible.
Benevolent Fund Update
Beginning 7/1, contributions to this fund will no longer be tax deductible. Please see Pastor Jerry’s letter that was emailed on 6/22 or check it out on our website for further details.
Blood Drive: 7/22
When the temperature goes up, the blood supply goes down. That’s why dedicated donors like you are the pulse of summer! Help us keep a healthy blood supply in our Michigan hospitals this Summer. Join us for our next Blood Drive on Thursday, 7/22 from 1:00-6:00 PM in the Gym. Appointments Preferred. Call 866-642-5663 or register online
https://bit.ly/FBCBLOODDRIVE2021Can You Help?
We are seeking individuals who are willing to serve at the Mission Cafe on Sunday mornings from 8:45am-10:15am. If you're willing to fill this role, please contact Kim as soon as possible. Since we are now fully open, Jean Robinson is also recruiting bakers/cooks to make items for the Cafe. If you're willing to be put on the schedule, please contact her.
Library Update
We are scaling back our library services. We will continue to maintain our fictional section, but we ask that if you borrow a book that you please return it to the same spot on the shelf where you got it from. In addition, we will not be accepting any new donations.
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 10:00 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
· Youth Group
· 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
· Youth Group
· Tuesday Evening Women's Bible Study
· Tuesday Evening Men's Group
· Linda Rooker is recovering from a successful hip replacement surgery. Pray for a speedy healing and minimal pain.
· The family of Curtis Walton (adopted son of Vasha Ferguson's sister, Deborah) who passed away on 6/23 following a battle with Covid-19. Please pray especially for his wife Tina who is now caring for their six children alone.
· The Family of Jim Seagren (friend of Stan & Jean Robinson) who passed away on 6/21 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
· Dan & Tracy Marshall and their family upon the death of Tracy's grandfather, Herbert Ely, on 6/18.
· Ben & Marge Benham and Dean & Linda Newell and their families upon the death of Marge's sister-in-law and Linda's aunt, Carol Whittington, who passed away suddenly on 6/7. This was very unexpected and they are all struggling with the loss.
· Frank Buchert has returned home. Pray that he’ll gain strength.
· Taylor Brown (12 year-old great granddaughter of Frank & Mary Buchert, grandniece of Curt & Patty Bales) continues to recover from a bone marrow transplant. She is doing remarkably well and has been released from the hospital and is now staying at the Ronald McDonald House. She continues treatment three times a week.
· 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.
· The family of Curtis Walton (adopted son of Vasha Ferguson's sister, Deborah) who passed away on 6/23 following a battle with Covid-19. Please pray especially for his wife Tina who is now caring for their six children alone.
· The Family of Jim Seagren (friend of Stan & Jean Robinson) who passed away on 6/21 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
· Dan & Tracy Marshall and their family upon the death of Tracy's grandfather, Herbert Ely, on 6/18.
· Ben & Marge Benham and Dean & Linda Newell and their families upon the death of Marge's sister-in-law and Linda's aunt, Carol Whittington, who passed away suddenly on 6/7. This was very unexpected and they are all struggling with the loss.
· Frank Buchert has returned home. Pray that he’ll gain strength.
· Taylor Brown (12 year-old great granddaughter of Frank & Mary Buchert, grandniece of Curt & Patty Bales) continues to recover from a bone marrow transplant. She is doing remarkably well and has been released from the hospital and is now staying at the Ronald McDonald House. She continues treatment three times a week.
· 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