First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 9/8/2024
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
Achieving Success
1 Thess. 1:1-3
Pastor Jerry Koller
1 Thess. 1:1-3
Pastor Jerry Koller
When this letter was written, the church at Thessalonica was a very young church—under four years old. Paul called them the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:
· He mentions God the Father.
· He mentions the Lord, Jesus Christ.
· In this opening, he does not mention the third person in the Trinity, the Holy Spirit.
· He mentions God the Father.
· He mentions the Lord, Jesus Christ.
· In this opening, he does not mention the third person in the Trinity, the Holy Spirit.
But he does four verses later. Don’t think Paul didn’t have a solid understanding of the Godhead.
Why may he have only mentioned the Father and the Son? Perhaps to emphasize how Jesus Himself is God.
Paul then extends a salutation. "Grace and peace to you."
· A salutation is a greeting at the beginning of a letter that typically is an expression of goodwill.
· A salutation is a greeting at the beginning of a letter that typically is an expression of goodwill.
Following his salutation, Paul launches into the content of his letter by saying:
We = Paul, Silas, and Timothy
Paul never took credit for the workings of God. Rather, he points out how his team always gives thanks to God.
In the next verse, Paul expands a bit on what he just said.
3 Things Paul Remembers
#1. Work Produced by Faith
#2. Labor Prompted by Love
· The word “labor” is not to be understood so much as actions as it is effort.
· Effort is the energy, strength, and motivation that is needed to do something.
· The word “labor” is not to be understood so much as actions as it is effort.
· Effort is the energy, strength, and motivation that is needed to do something.
#3. Endurance Inspired by Hope
· Other translations use the word steadfast.
· Other translations use the word steadfast.
This Greek word that Paul used here in verse three is a combination of two root words.
· One word means under and the other means abiding or remaining steadfast.
· Sometimes this word is translated patient enduring.
· In the majority of instances where it is used, it is simply translated perseverance.
· One word means under and the other means abiding or remaining steadfast.
· Sometimes this word is translated patient enduring.
· In the majority of instances where it is used, it is simply translated perseverance.
This perseverance is not just a stick to it concept. It is more like staying the course and bearing up under a load of trials and sufferings.
It perseveres because it is waiting for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ.
It perseveres because it is waiting for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ.
APPLICATION
Does your life give living proof of works that are produced by faith in Jesus?
· Are you a new creation in Christ?
· Are old sinful ways passing away?
· Is the Holy Spirit changing your life to be more like Christ?
· Are you a new creation in Christ?
· Are old sinful ways passing away?
· Is the Holy Spirit changing your life to be more like Christ?
Does your life give living proof that all you do is prompted or motivated by the love you have for your Savior?
· Does it show you love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength?
· Does it show that you love others as Jesus loves you?
· Does it show you love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength?
· Does it show that you love others as Jesus loves you?
Does your life give living proof you persevere, you live out your faith because you know Jesus is coming back again?
Happy Birthday!
· Pete Danapilis (9/13)
· Sue Richmond (9/15)
· Sue Richmond (9/15)
Next Week’s Servants (9/15)
· Café Bakers: Annette Koller (casserole) | Jean Robinson (zucchini bread)
· Café Attendant: Marge Dumbaugh
· Nursery: Hailey Watson, Sandi Cagle
· Sound Tech: Don Jenks
· Video & Streaming Techs: Linda Newell, Julie Newell, Tracy Marshall
· Camera Tech: Max Foskett
· Café Attendant: Marge Dumbaugh
· Nursery: Hailey Watson, Sandi Cagle
· Sound Tech: Don Jenks
· Video & Streaming Techs: Linda Newell, Julie Newell, Tracy Marshall
· Camera Tech: Max Foskett
Nursery Help Needed
If you're available to help in the nursery, we have some holes to fill. We need 2 people on 9/29. If you can serve in this way, please let Kim know ASAP. Thank you!
Theology Class Resumes
Session 2 will begin on Wednesday, September 18, from 7:00-8:00pm upstairs. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Jerry.
Hearing Assistance Devices Now 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.
We Care | Meijer Simply Give
This is a campaign to purchase Meijer gift cards so that much needed food items can be bought to stock pantry shelves. Last campaign, We Care received over $28,000 in gift cards. Please spread the word so that they can, once again, get that generous amount. The food pantries are spending approximately $6000 a month to maintain their stock to meet the needs of those in our community. People don't need to go to Meijer to pick up the gift cards. They can (and are encouraged to) mail a check or take cash to either the First Congregational Church or We Care office. Please specify “Meijer Simply Give” with any donations. On September 14th, We Care will take the cumulative donations to Meijer so they can run a batch of cards; the funds are matched 2-to-1, up to $5000 in donations. Any donations contributed over $5,000 will go directly to the food pantries.
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 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/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
On the Calendar
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 sunday school
· on summer break
youth sundary school
· on summer break
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
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:30am | Conference Room
· Study of Ecclesiastes
· 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.
coming soon
Theology Class Resumes: Wed. 9/18 | 7:00-8:00pm | Upstairs
Blood Drive: Thu. 9/19 | 1:30-6:00pm | Main Foyer
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 sunday school
· on summer break
youth sundary school
· on summer break
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
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:30am | Conference Room
· Study of Ecclesiastes
· 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.
coming soon
Theology Class Resumes: Wed. 9/18 | 7:00-8:00pm | Upstairs
Blood Drive: Thu. 9/19 | 1:30-6:00pm | Main Foyer
· Sandi Starland is recovering from knee replacement surgery.
· Lon (Pete Danapilis' brother) is recovering from shoulder replacement surgery.
· Sherri Pratt (Renee Goff's mom) is recovering from surgery.
· Chet Goff is recovering from knee surgery.
· Vasha Ferguson is recovering from surgery for carpal tunnel.
· Levi Ovenshire is showing some improvement and is considered stable as he recovers from a stroke and other extensive injuries after he was stabbed multiple times. Please continue to keep his grandmother Sue (lifelong friend of Alice Avery & Judi Beckwith) and his parents in prayer as his situation has extenuating circumstances and has been very stressful and worrisome for them.
· Linda Pries and Annette Hatfield are requesting prayer as they are under some ongoing persecution. Pray for strength and peace of mind.
· Mary Buchert broke her wrist after a fall and continues to heal.
· Alexis Kasinger (classmate of Olivia Price) is recovering from another surgery to replace a brain shunt as she continues to be hospitalized in the ICU following a car accident on 6/28.
· Sandy (Tracy Quist’s mom) has had cancer for 13 years and it has spread to her bones, lungs and brain. She is getting radiation treatments. Please pray for her and Tracy’s dad to put all hope and trust in God, to resist worry, that the treatment will help, and her side effects will be minimal.
· Lennon McKamey (son of Kyle & Sarah) needs surgery on his shoulder. Please pray that preparing for surgery goes smoothly.
· Jean Pietrzak (Sandi Starland's sister) is doing much better. She still has a neck brace and is using a walker while continuing physical therapy.
· Joyce Bocock continues to do well. Prayers for continued improvement and relief from pain are appreciated.
· Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
· Lon (Pete Danapilis' brother) is recovering from shoulder replacement surgery.
· Sherri Pratt (Renee Goff's mom) is recovering from surgery.
· Chet Goff is recovering from knee surgery.
· Vasha Ferguson is recovering from surgery for carpal tunnel.
· Levi Ovenshire is showing some improvement and is considered stable as he recovers from a stroke and other extensive injuries after he was stabbed multiple times. Please continue to keep his grandmother Sue (lifelong friend of Alice Avery & Judi Beckwith) and his parents in prayer as his situation has extenuating circumstances and has been very stressful and worrisome for them.
· Linda Pries and Annette Hatfield are requesting prayer as they are under some ongoing persecution. Pray for strength and peace of mind.
· Mary Buchert broke her wrist after a fall and continues to heal.
· Alexis Kasinger (classmate of Olivia Price) is recovering from another surgery to replace a brain shunt as she continues to be hospitalized in the ICU following a car accident on 6/28.
· Sandy (Tracy Quist’s mom) has had cancer for 13 years and it has spread to her bones, lungs and brain. She is getting radiation treatments. Please pray for her and Tracy’s dad to put all hope and trust in God, to resist worry, that the treatment will help, and her side effects will be minimal.
· Lennon McKamey (son of Kyle & Sarah) needs surgery on his shoulder. Please pray that preparing for surgery goes smoothly.
· Jean Pietrzak (Sandi Starland's sister) is doing much better. She still has a neck brace and is using a walker while continuing physical therapy.
· Joyce Bocock continues to do well. Prayers for continued improvement and relief from pain are appreciated.
· 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