First Baptist Church of Brownsville, Oregon

He saw that there was no man, and wondered that there was no one to intercede; then his own arm brought him salvation, and his righteousness upheld him. (Isaiah 59:16 ESV)

This Sunday’s message will be from Isaiah 59, entitled “Mighty to Save”. We will be reminded again of how sin separates people from God, but also how God works out a plan of salvation for His people. Please read the passage ahead of time and be here Sunday at 10:30!

Men — tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 8am is our monthly Men’s Breakfast! You won’t want to miss this one, as a former member of Randy’s prison Bible study will be sharing his testimony with us. Come and be fed spiritually and physically!

Love From Your Pastor,

Michael

And Sarah said, “God has made laughter for me; everyone who hears will laugh over me.” (Genesis 21:6 ESV)

This Sunday is Mother’s Day! (You’re welcome for the reminder, men!) So we will take a brief break from Isaiah to look at “A Time to Weep, a Time to Laugh” from Genesis 21:1-21. Please read that ahead of Sunday and come with hearts prepared. The passage was chosen because of Mother’s Day, but the text has a message for every one of us, men and women alike! We will see a number of characters in this true story: Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Ishmael, Hagar, and of course… God! Let’s be sure to honor our mothers, as well as exalt the Lord together!

A reminder: there will be no Sunday School this week, but please join us at 10:30am for worship!

4 Chair Discipling Seminar May 11, 9am–3pm @ FBC. This is just about the last chance to remind you! I hope you will consider being here for this great training on Saturday. I am excited to say we have around 30 registered so far! Sonlife will close online registration tomorrow (Friday) around noon. If you end up deciding to come without registering, I’m sure you can still pay at the door. You can register with the following link: DISCIPLING SEMINAR  (Scholarships are available upon request.) Refreshments and lunch will be provided!

Love From Your Pastor,

Michael

Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? (Isaiah 58:6 ESV)

This Sunday’s message is “God’s Chosen Fast” from Isaiah 58. Please read and contemplate this important chapter before the worship service. We will see that God exposes hypocritical fasting, calling His people to a genuine fast of loving the poor and delighting in Him.

4 Chair Discipling Seminar May 11, 9am–3pm @ FBC. As part of our focus on Equipping God’s People this year, I am excited about this wonderful opportunity for all of us! “Jesus recognized that the people He encountered were at different stages of growth and development, and He worked to challenge each of them to the next level. In the 4 Chair Discipling Seminar, you’ll get a clear and simple picture of how to follow in Jesus’ footsteps and do the same thing.” I would love to see every one of youcome and be EQUIPPED by this great training! You can register with the following link, or ask Erika to help you in the church office: DISCIPLING SEMINAR  (Scholarships are available upon request.) Refreshments and lunch will be provided!

Love From Your Pastor,

Michael

Come, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and he who has no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. (Isaiah 55:1)

This Sunday, April 21 is Easter! We will have 2 services, 9am & 11am, with programs for children during both. There will be refreshments between the services as well! Our theme for Easter this year is “Living Hope”.  I am excited to hear two numbers from our Brownsville Gospel Choir and powerful songs of worship led by our worship team. I am speaking on Isaiah 55, “Come, All You Thirsty!” This chapter clearly and compellingly calls all people to come to Christ and be saved.

I will be challenging those that want to commit their lives to following Christ to see me after the service and pick up a short follow-up study booklet called “Living in Christ.” Pray that many will do that and commit to completing the study with a Christian friend (possibly you)!
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But if anyone has the world’s goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him, how does God’s love abide in him? (1 John 3:17 ESV)

This Sunday is going to be exciting! Our Mexico Mission Team will be sharing testimonies, leading worship, and giving us a report about God’s work in and through them over Spring Break. Pastor Justin will show us a video he has put together from the trip, and will be sharing about their devotional times in the book of 1 John. He recommends we read 1 John 3in preparation for this Sunday.

Also, please remember that we are receiving a special offering for Andy Alvarez as part of the celebration of the Mexico trip. Prayerfully consider a generous gift to help with Andy’s large medical expenses.

Tonight is the AWANA Grand Prix! Come join us for the racing action! Check in and Hot Dog Dinner starts at 6pm, and the races begin at 7pm.
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“In overflowing anger for a moment I hid my face from you, but with everlasting love I will have compassion on you,” says the LORD, yourRedeemer. (Isaiah 54:8 ESV)

Our sermon this week will be from Isaiah 54. Please take some time to read over the chapter is preparation for Sunday. One of the great missionaries of the past, William Carey, preached a famous message from this chapter, where he exhorted people to: 1) Expect great things from God; and 2) Attempt great things for God. Let’s look into this great chapter together this Sunday.

Last Sunday I spoke on what is probably the most important passage in the book of Isaiah (perhaps all of the Old Testament) — Isaiah 52:13-53:12.  If you missed it, you can listen here: ISAIAH 53

April 21 is Easter! That’s 16 days from today! We will have 2 services, 9am & 11am, with programs for children during both. Please be praying for great impact upon our community, and for the friends you will be inviting! Our theme for Easter this year is “Living Hope”.

The new movie about Abby Johnson, “Unplanned” is out in theaters. I want to urge you to consider seeing this important film about the former Planned Parenthood director who had a dramatic change of heart and life. Click the following link to watch the trailer and find out where it is playing near you: UNPLANNED

A box is being put together to mail to Molly in South Africa. We would loveto include notes and cards of encouragement for her. If you would like to write something for her, please bring it to FBC this Sunday. Thank you!

April 14th, our Mexico Mission Team will be sharing in the Sunday morning worship service. You’ll want to make sure to be here to be encouraged by their report!

Love From Your Pastor,

Michael

“And the ransomed of the LORD shall return and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain gladness and joy, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.” (Isaiah 51:11 ESV)

This Sunday’s sermon will cover Isaiah 51, and is entitled, “Salvation & Righteousness Forever”.  We’ll be reminded again that God’s saving actions in the past are the key to our hope for the future. Please read the chapter and join us Sunday!

Men – tomorrow morning at 8am is our monthly breakfast! Sorry for the late reminder – but if you see this tonight please be sure to join us in the morning!

Please also come and pray with us during our Day of Prayer on Monday, March 18, from 5-9am & 5-9pm. You can join us for a one hour time slot or more! We will be seeking the Lord together for guidance and direction for our future ministry at FBC. 

Love From Your Pastor,

Michael