First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 5/4/2025
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
We are glad that you've joined us for worship this morning! Pastor Jerry is on vacation, so we welcome Pastor Adam Parmenter to our pulpit this morning.
THE BIG REVEAL
Apocalypse means revealing or uncovering.
So does the word we use: Revelation (i.e. to reveal)
God intended it to reveal not conceal.
Apocalypse means revealing or uncovering.
So does the word we use: Revelation (i.e. to reveal)
God intended it to reveal not conceal.
SOMEONE IS KEEPING SECRETS
God has elected to keep some things from us
When is the rapture?
Matthew 24:36-42 describes being taken away.
The when is not revealed. In fact, it is clearly a secret, “...no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only.”
Who is the Beast? Revelation 13:18
What are the Seven Thunders?
God has elected to keep some things from us
When is the rapture?
Matthew 24:36-42 describes being taken away.
The when is not revealed. In fact, it is clearly a secret, “...no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only.”
Who is the Beast? Revelation 13:18
What are the Seven Thunders?
GOD IS KEEPING SECRETS
God designed us in His image and for His glory.
God reveals to us everything I need to live a life which reflects and honors Him.
God reveals to us everything I need to live a life which reflects and honors Him.
All things belong to God. It is His right to with hold.
If God withholds it must be for my good, because God is good.
If God withholds it must be for my good, because God is good.
DO I TRUST YOU GOD?
Whether a secret is good or bad depends as much on the person keeping the secret as what the secret is.
God is good.
God is good.
God does good.
God does not sin (Referring to Jesus)
DO I TRUST YOU GOD?
God is Love.
God will always be Love
YES, I TRUST YOU GOD
God the Father knows everything
Doctrinal affirmation: God has exhaustive knowledge of all things, past, present and future.
Doctrinal affirmation: God has exhaustive knowledge of all things, past, present and future.
GOD IS WISE
IT IS GOD’S RIGHT (I belong to Him)
GOD IS KEEPING SECRETS
All that is revealed to us, is for us to study and follow.
What is concealed is for us to exercise trust.
Trust in God’s wisdom, power and knowledge.
Trust in God’s goodness and love.
All that is revealed to us, is for us to study and follow.
What is concealed is for us to exercise trust.
Trust in God’s wisdom, power and knowledge.
Trust in God’s goodness and love.
JESUS ALREADY CLEARLY REVEALED
Jesus, the lamb of God
Jesus, the lamb of God
Suffering Servant (Isaiah 52:13-53:12)
JESUS ALREADY CLEARLY REVEALED
The God man
Quoting and attributing it to the birth of Christ
The God man
Quoting and attributing it to the birth of Christ
JESUS ALREADY CLEARLY REVEALED
The I Am Statements
1.I am the bread of life (John 6:35)
2.I am the light of the world (John 8:12)
3.I am the gate (John 10:7)
4.I am the good shepherd (John 10:11, 14)
5.I am the resurrection and the life (John 11:25)
6.I am the way and the truth and the life (John 14:6)
7.I am the true vine (John 15:1)
All these teach us and give us an example to follow.
The I Am Statements
1.I am the bread of life (John 6:35)
2.I am the light of the world (John 8:12)
3.I am the gate (John 10:7)
4.I am the good shepherd (John 10:11, 14)
5.I am the resurrection and the life (John 11:25)
6.I am the way and the truth and the life (John 14:6)
7.I am the true vine (John 15:1)
All these teach us and give us an example to follow.
REVELATION: JESUS' RETURN CLEARLY REVEALED
Jesus is coming with the clouds (Revelation 1:7) (Fulfillment of Acts 1:9-11)
• “Behold, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him...”
Behold=Pay attention! Listen up!
• Jesus will come back, traveling like God travels: with the clouds.
• “Every eye will see him”
Not completely clear: When?
What clearly belongs to us?
• The certainty of his physical bodily return.
• It can’t be missed. If you haven’t seen it, it hasn’t happened.
Jesus is coming with the clouds (Revelation 1:7) (Fulfillment of Acts 1:9-11)
• “Behold, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him...”
Behold=Pay attention! Listen up!
• Jesus will come back, traveling like God travels: with the clouds.
• “Every eye will see him”
Not completely clear: When?
What clearly belongs to us?
• The certainty of his physical bodily return.
• It can’t be missed. If you haven’t seen it, it hasn’t happened.
CLEARLY REVEALED: Jesus is coming to take us away
Where this passage sits in a time line with the verses prior is not clear. If it follows sequentially, then everyone know when it will happen.
Verses 32-35 may provide a topical break.
Vs 36 “...no one knows...”
V42 “Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming.”
What belongs to us? Christ’s could come to take us at any time. Live like that.
Verses 32-35 may provide a topical break.
Vs 36 “...no one knows...”
V42 “Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming.”
What belongs to us? Christ’s could come to take us at any time. Live like that.
CLEARLY REVEALED: The time is near.
Blessing promised to those who read and “keep” it [i.e. put into practice].
Why? The time is near. How do I “keep” Revelation 1:3. Live a life which is characterized by a readiness to meet Jesus face to face.
Why? The time is near. How do I “keep” Revelation 1:3. Live a life which is characterized by a readiness to meet Jesus face to face.
TAKE AWAYS
Trust that God is always good and loving.
Trust that God knows all and what is best.
Trust that God is always good and loving.
Trust that God knows all and what is best.
Happy Birthday!
• Bill Foskett (5/4)
• Connie Hollis (5/9)
• Connie Hollis (5/9)
Next Week’s Servants (5/11)
• Café Bakers: Linda Newell (casserole) | Marge Benham (muffins)
• Café Attendant: Sarah McKamey
• Nursery: Tina Wilburn, Sandi Starland
• Sound Tech: Gabe Bocock
• Video, Streaming & Camera Techs: Linda & Julie Newell, Tracy & Riley Marshall, Max Foskett
• Café Attendant: Sarah McKamey
• Nursery: Tina Wilburn, Sandi Starland
• Sound Tech: Gabe Bocock
• Video, Streaming & Camera Techs: Linda & Julie Newell, Tracy & Riley Marshall, Max Foskett
💉🩸 Blood Drive🩸💉
Thursday, 5/15/2025 | 1:00-6:00pm | First Baptist Church(in the main foyer, enter under the carport)
🌷Give the gift of blood this spring.
🖊 Sign-up today! It’s easy, and you'll feel great knowing you’ve made a difference!
🗓️ APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED, walk-ins welcomed.
✅ Call 866-642-5663 or sign-up online.
https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11406706Church Workdays: Sundays, 5/25, 6/29
Please mark your calendars and plan to join us after worship for our Church Workdays as we do some spring cleaning and maintenance around our campus. Jobs will be both indoors and outside, so please dress accordingly. Lunch will be provided after worship, and we'll work until 2:00pm. For questions or more information, contact the church office.
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
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 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.
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:30am | Conference Room
• 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
• Blood Drive: 5/15 | 1-6pm | FBC Main Foyer
• Church Workdays: 5/25, 6/29 | after worship - 2pm
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.
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:30am | Conference Room
• 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
• Blood Drive: 5/15 | 1-6pm | FBC Main Foyer
• Church Workdays: 5/25, 6/29 | after worship - 2pm
• Miriam Bryant & Family upon the loss of her sister, Edna Fruge, on 4/16.
• Vincent Bryant (Miriam Bryant's son) is recovering from foot surgery.
• Jeremy Price is recovering from back surgery.
• Bill Foskett Sr. (Bill Foskett's dad) was diagnosed with leiomyosarcoma, a rare aggressive cancer in muscle cells. Praise God that surgery to remove the cancer is all that is required for treatment.
• James Thomas (friend of Bruce & Vasha Ferguson) has been diagnosed with ascites; a very serious disease often associated with cirrhosis.
• Louann Pranger (Tracy Marshall's mom) continues to recover from a C Diff infection
• Derrick (grandson of Bruce & Vasha Ferguson) is recovering from a stroke.
• Beth Bocock continues to recover from ulcerative colitis.
• Judy Jones (wife of Pastor Grady Jones/friend of Pastor Jerry) has cancer.
• Lennon McKamey (son of Kyle & Sarah) needs surgery on his shoulder. Please pray that preparing for surgery goes smoothly.
• Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
• Vincent Bryant (Miriam Bryant's son) is recovering from foot surgery.
• Jeremy Price is recovering from back surgery.
• Bill Foskett Sr. (Bill Foskett's dad) was diagnosed with leiomyosarcoma, a rare aggressive cancer in muscle cells. Praise God that surgery to remove the cancer is all that is required for treatment.
• James Thomas (friend of Bruce & Vasha Ferguson) has been diagnosed with ascites; a very serious disease often associated with cirrhosis.
• Louann Pranger (Tracy Marshall's mom) continues to recover from a C Diff infection
• Derrick (grandson of Bruce & Vasha Ferguson) is recovering from a stroke.
• Beth Bocock continues to recover from ulcerative colitis.
• Judy Jones (wife of Pastor Grady Jones/friend of Pastor Jerry) has cancer.
• Lennon McKamey (son of Kyle & Sarah) needs surgery on his shoulder. Please pray that preparing for surgery goes smoothly.
• 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