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Welcome to the First Baptist Church of Adrian!

We are a community of people dedicated to follow Jesus in all that we do. If you’re looking for a church committed to loving God, loving each other, teaching his word, and worshiping him, then we invite you to come join us at any of our worship gatherings and activities for adults, youth, and children (see our About page and Activities page). Also, if you’re looking to learn more about Jesus and what it means to be his follower, I would love the chance to talk with you (also, see our About page for contact information, or see our Follow Jesus page).

Check out our site, read the blog posts below for news updates and devotional posts, and check out one of our worship gatherings!

~ Pastor Mike

Sunday Morning Schedule
9:45am ~ Small Groups / Sunday School
10:45 am ~ Worship Gathering

Good Reads 04.24.18 (on family)

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Here is a collection of good reads gathered from across the internet this past week. Enjoy!

On family worship: A video by Don Whitney on helping with the struggles of family worship–click here

On parenting: How to Parent Fearful Kids by William Smith

First, please don’t tell them that there’s nothing to be afraid of. They know better. They know that they might fail or get hurt. Telling them there’s nothing to fear will only convince them that they understand the world better than you do. If they think you see less than they do, you’ll only convince them that you have nothing to offer.

Instead, acknowledge that they’re scared and either ask or guess what frightens them. Then, to the extent that you can, tell them that you get it. Let them know you understand why that’s scary for them. At the same time, though, remind them they’re not alone. Tell them you’re there with them and they don’t have to fight their fear all by themselves. (click here to read more)

On siblings: How to End Sibling Rivalry Like a Christian by Jen Wilkin

Why do we discount the vision of our kids as each others’ dearest friends? Why do we settle for rivalry? Frankly, as a parent, it’s easier to be a referee than a reconciler. It’s easier to separate than to shepherd—at least in the short-term.

But as I witness the deep friendship that has grown between my kids, I affirm that the long-term benefit was worth the effort. A friend who sticks closer than a brother is a rare gem. A sibling who is a best friend is a treasure for a lifetime. And a Christian family filled with siblings who are friends bears compelling testimony to the gospel of peace. (click here to read more)

On the struggles of aging: Navigating Through Difficult Seasons of Life by Darrell Deer

Maybe you, too, are in a season of struggle. Perhaps your season, like mine, involves helping the people you love navigate the difficulties of aging. Or, maybe your struggles fall into a completely different category. Whatever the context of your life right now, I imagine the lessons above still have relevance for you. Learn to focus on the step in front of you. Be encouraged by the people around you. Dive deep into the pool of prayer and trust confidently in a sovereign God. May He help each of us manage the difficult seasons of our lives. (click here to read more)

Sunday 04.22.18 (gratitude and provision)

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This morning, we’ll continue our journey through Exodus and look at 15:22-17:7, and see three accounts of God’s gracious provision for his people; and how we, unlike Israel, should show gratitude for God for all he has done. We hope to see you there!

Schedule
@945 Small Groups / Sunday School for all ages
@1045 Worship Gathering
**No Evening Bible Study
@630pm Cody M ordination at The Church at Pleasant Ridge

Sermon Notes
Gratitude and Provision ~ Exodus 15:22-17:7

The sermon in one sentence: Be people of gratitude who trust in the daily provisions of God.

  • Israel’s Pattern: They felt a need; They complained; Still, God graciously provided; Repeat
    • We should not be like Israel (1 Corinthians 10:6, 11)
    • We should not take for granted God’s gracious provision
  • Complaining and Grumbling…
    • Fails to trust God to provide (15:22-24, 16:8, 17:1-7)
    • Longs for “good ol’ days” of the past that weren’t really that good (16:1-3, 17:3)
    • Leads to further disobedience (16:20, 27-30)
  • God’s Provision…
    • Brings healing and nourishment (15:26)
    • Supplies for our daily needs (16:4-5, 17-21)
    • Gives rest (16:22-26)
    • Fuels future faithfulness (16:31-36)
    • Offers grace despite our sin
  • Our Response…
    • Be people of gratitude, not of complaint or grumbling
    • Trust God for physical provision
    • Trust God for his greatest provision, Jesus

Songs for Worship
I Will Not Be Afraid
Worship the King
Wonderful Grace of Jesus
Give Thanks to God
10,000 Reasons

Sunday 04.08.18 (the passover)

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Tomorrow, we get back into our Exodus series as we think about the Passover as God led his people out of Egypt (Exodus 11:1-13:16). After morning worship, we’ll have a fellowship meal followed by business meeting. Then in the evening we’ll continue our video series through Philippians. We hope to see you there!

Schedule
@945 Small Groups / Sunday School for all ages
@1045 Worship Gathering
@Noon Fellowship Lunch and Business Meeting
@6pm Philippians Study in youth room

Sermon Notes
The Passover ~ Exodus 11:1-13:16

  • We fear death because it is the ultimate judgment (11:1-10, 12:29-30)
  • We embrace death because it is the means to salvation (12:1-42)
  • We remember our salvation through the death of the Lamb by celebrating with a meal (12:7-27, 12:43-13:16)

Songs for Worship
We Will Worship the Lamb
Power in the Blood
My Worth Is Not in What I Own
Nothing but the Blood
The Wonderful Cross

Exodus

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April is for PIE

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We’re declaring April to be PIE Month! In 2017, we talked about “gospel conversations” and how we can share Jesus in our day to day lives. PIE Month helps us keep those ideas forefront in our hearts and minds.

PIE stands for: Pray, Invite, and Explain. And I want to issue you three challenges for the month of April. First, pray each day for at least one person you know who does not know Jesus. If you want to pray for more than one person, that is great, too. But let’s each think of at least one name—one person we personally know who needs to experience the grace and love of God, and let’s commit to pray for them each day.

Second, invite at least one person or family to church each Sunday of the month. The vast majority of people get involved with a church because someone they know invited them. We all have friends, family members, neighbors, classmates, or coworkers who are not actively engaged in any church. Invite them to our church. The worst they can do is say no, the best thing that could happen is that they meet Jesus and develop a deep love for him. Easter is the perfect time to invite someone, too.

Third, explain the gospel and/or your testimony of following Jesus to at least one person during the month of April. Jesus is the only way anyone can be right with God (John 14:6), and the way that someone is going to hear about Jesus is if someone else tells them (Romans 10:13-15). We have different tools available at the church to help you share the gospel with others, including The Life Book, The Story, and Three Circles. Just ask if you’re not sure where to find these tools.

And then at 6pm on April 29th, we will celebrate PIE Month with a pie fellowship—we will eat pie and you will have an opportunity to share about your experiences praying, inviting, and explaining. As you think about these things, might I also suggest that you pray the following prayer from Alvin Reid’s book Sharing Jesus Without Freaking Out: “God, give me today an opportunity to speak to someone about Jesus, the wisdom to see it, and the courage to do it.”

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Sunday 04.01.18 (the resurrection)

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Join us on Sunday as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with a special worship gathering featuring the Voices of Zambia from Ambassador International University in Kazemba, Zambia. We’ll kick off the celebration at 9:45 with our annual Easter Breakfast (men are invited to come at 8:30 to help Pastor Mike and the Deacons cook and set up). We hope to see you there!

Schedule
@945 Easter Breakfast
@1045 Worship Gathering featuring the Voices of Zambia (check out the Facebook event page for more information)

Sermon Notes
This Jesus God Raised Up ~ Acts 2:22-40

The sermon in one sentence: Crucified for our sins, Jesus was raised to rule and bring us lasting happiness; we should embrace the hope of the resurrection and be forever changed.

  • Jesus was crucified for our sins (2:22-23)
  • Jesus was raised… (2:24-36)
    • To fulfill Scripture (2:25-32)
    • To defeat sin, death, hell, and Satan (2:24, 34-35; 1 Corinthians 15:25-26)
    • To take his place as King (2:30-36; Philippians 2:5-11)
    • To bring us true and eternal happiness (2:25-38)
  • Our response (2:37-40)
    • Repent—say “no more” to a life controlled by sin
    • Be baptized—identity with Jesus in his death and resurrection as a declaration of trust in him
    • Experience forgiveness—find freedom from the weight of sin and guilt
    • Receive the Holy Spirit—become a new person with a new destiny

Songs for Worship
Music by Voices of Zambia (check out their Facebook page)
Christ the Lord is Risen Today
Low in the Grave He Lay
Because He Lives

VOZ Background 2

Sunday 03.25.18 (idol smashing glory)

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This Sunday, we’ll take a look at the first nine plagues in Exodus and consider how they reflect our heart-idols that God smashes with his great glory. Then on Sunday night, we’ll continue our video series through Philippians. We hope to see you there!

Schedule
@945 Small Groups / Sunday School for all ages
@1045 Worship Gathering
@Noon CPR Training in the Gym
@6pm Philippians Study in Youth Room

Sermon Note
Idol Smashing Glory ~ Exodus 7:1-10:29

The sermon in one sentence: Rescued from our sin by Jesus, we are to live each day for the glory of God not for the glory of our idols.

  • Live for the glory of God (7:1-13, 9:16)
    • God is glorified in our salvation
    • Will we honor God through our salvation?
  • …not for the glory of idols (7:14-10:29)
    • An idols is anything we value more than we value God
    • Four hard-hearted responses to God’s judgment against idols: denial, refusal, backtracking, and continued sin
    • The changed-heart response: Saying to God, “You’ve saved me, now show me how to order my life to glorify you”

Songs for Worship
To God Be the Glory
Hosanna, Loud Hosanna
King of Glory
You Alone
My Tribute

Sunday 03.18.18 (the great rescuer)

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This Sunday we’ll continue our journey through Exodus and take a look at 4:18-6:30. We’ll see how as the better Moses, Jesus is the Great Rescuer, chosen by God to deliver us from our enslavement to sin and rebellion. Then on Sunday night, we’ll begin a new video series on Philippians.

We hope to see you there!

Schedule
@945 Small Groups / Sunday School for all ages
@1045 Worship Gathering
@6pm Philippians Video Study

Sermon Notes
The Great Rescuer ~ Exodus 4:18-6:30

  • The Harsh Taskmaster: Sin seeks to keep us enslaved (5:1-23)
  • The Great Promise: God promises to free us through Jesus (4:21-23, 6:1-13)
  • The Chosen Rescuer: Jesus frees us and leads us to worship (4:18-31, 6:14-30)

Songs for Worship
Down at the Cross
Worthy of Worship
I Will Glory in My Redeemer
Satisfied
Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

Exodus

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