First Baptist Church

Discover the Love of Christ

Frostproof, Florida
Pastors Remarks

February 2014

Dear Church Family, Its that time of the year when our winter guests are here in force. Many of them are very faithful in their attendance and financial giving, while they are with us. We appreciate their support. They are very complimentary of First Baptist Church. In these winter months (yes it is winter), it is easy to get complacent, especially with a packed house, but we cannot afford to slip into a maintenance mode. Our focus still has to be outward, even as we minister to and fellowship with each other. We have to remain true to our mission- making disciples. Whether it is outreach or whatever ministry we are involved in, it has to be under the direction of the Holy Spirit. It begins with us, as we surrender to the Spirit. Otherwise, we will still be trying to accomplish things in our own power, which equates to limited success. The Holy Spirits power is unlimited. If we desire to be a church used by God to reach the lost, bring hope to those hurting, and comfort the brokenhearted, then we will have to step out of our comfort zone. That means surrendering of self to the Holy Spirit, to be used by whatever way He deems necessary. We need the Spirits power and direction as we reach the lost. I encourage you to stay in the word and pray for God to move. Remember, God is at work and as we see Him moving, lets join Him
Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19 HCSB

Inside this issue:

Pastors Remarks 1 Forgiven in Concert Widow/Widower Luncheon Student Ministry 2

Kidz-Korner News

February Calendar February Birthdays

In His love,

Bro. Darrol

FBC Ministry Service Schedules Thank You Note Our Sympathy Awana Grand Prix

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Forgiven In Concert, February 23, Time: 6:30 pm

The primary focus of their ministry is the church and their purpose is to provide through music and testimony a worship service for the Christian and an evangelistic service for the unsaved. Perhaps the greatest compliment given to Forgiven was from a Pastor's wife when she stated that she loved the music and spirit, but what she appreciated most was that Forgiven displayed no arrogance in their abilities, simply gave praise to the Savior. Their dedication to spreading the gospel in song is best reflected in their backgrounds. Cloid and Debbie Baker have devoted nearly 40 years of their Christian lives to singing the good news of Jesus Christ. They have a rich heritage in Gospel Music, as their backgrounds include serving with two icons in the gospel music industry, the Gaithers and the Weatherfords. Debbie traveled with the Weatherfords in the early 1970s, at the same time Cloid was traveling with the Bill Gaither Trio. After their marriage in 1972, they both traveled with the Weatherfords and when Danny Gaither left the Bill Gaither Trio in 1977 to start his own group, he chose Cloid & Debbie to be part of his ministry. Over the years, they have maintained a singing group and served in several local churches as Minister of Music and Pianist. Cloid & Debbie started the group Forgiven in 1988, traveling year round and singing in 200 or more services each year. They consistently strive for vocal excellence and to maintain a high level of integrity as they work with pastors and promoters across the Singing with Cloid & Debbie is Jeremy Dickerson from Somerset, KY. Jeremy grew up in a talented family, singing with his family at an early age. He has sung with regional groups from his home area, but Forgiven is his first full-time traveling ministry. He is making friends across the country with his winning personality and great song interpretation. Jeremy and his wife, Ashley, are active in their local church in Somerset.

Youre Invited to the Widow/Widower Luncheon

When: Saturday, February 8, 2014 Time: 12:00 PM Location: Smith Building Transportation is provided, please call the office at 635-3603 to sign up. Sponsored by the Deacon Ministry and their wives

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Hello Church Family! February is going to be a big month for the Student Ministry! First of all, we are excited to continue, for the 7th year, the O2 Caf. The O2 Caf will be open every Monday evening in February in the Smith Building from 5:30pm 7:00pm (please take note of the earlier time change). The menu for Monday, February 3rd will be spaghetti and meatballs complete with salad and dessert, and all other menu items will be announced in the prior Sunday morning services. All money raised at the O2 Caf goes toward scholarships for this years youth camp. This year, we will be returning to Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center for the 2014 Super Summer Camp hosted by the Florida Baptist Convention. This will be our sixth year at Super Summer and we are very excited about this years camp and what God is going to do in the lives of students. So far, in the month of January we have raised $607.74! The price for camp for each student is $270.00, meaning that we have fully funded two students camp ticket cost! While I am extremely thankful for everyone who has participated in our fundraising efforts, I know that we can do better in order to transform students lives for the glory of Christ! We hold Super Summer in very high regards not only because it is a fun experience, but more so because many of these students come to the awesome, transforming power of Jesus Christ for the first time. We are planning on a group of 40 students from FBC Frostproof! If you would like more information about Super Summer Camp, or if you would like to sponsor a student, please get in touch with me at the office (863-635-3606). It is also my pleasure to inform you that Winter Jam 2014 was an amazing success! With music being so prevalent in todays culture, our students were both encouraged and inspired by many of the Christian artists who performed. It never ceases to amaze me the power that worship has to influence our spiritual walk. Thank you for so graciously supporting our youth, and we look forward to seeing you Monday night! Keep fishing,

Bro. Brian

O2 Caf
Coming in February Monday Evenings * Smith Building 5:30pm 7:00pm

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KidZ~Korner News
Children Need To Be Brought To Jesus
Luke places the encounter between Jesus and the children in Luke 18:15-17 after the story of the Pharisee and the publican to show us, in contrast to the Pharisee, the simple humble trust that is necessary to enter the kingdom of God. D. L. Moody once returned from a meeting and reported two and a half conversions. Two adults and a child, I suppose? asked his host No, said Moody, two children and an adult. The children gave their whole lives. The adult had only half of his left to give. We all know that adults need to be brought to Jesus, but with children we tend to think, Theyre just kids. Theyve got plenty of time. Besides, how much can they understand? Jesus didnt agree with that kind of thinking. He told the disciples, Permit the children to come to Me do not hinder them; for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Studies show that the vast majority (90% or more) who trust Christ as Savior do so before age 20. That shouldnt make us stop trying to win adults to Christ, but it should encourage us to reach children. In Sunday School, AWANA, Good News Clubs and youth programs one of our main aims should be to see children come into a genuine saving relationship with Jesus Christ. They can understand the basic concepts of the gospel: sin, Christs death in their place, and the need to trust in Him for salvation. Spurgeon says that we should be less inclined to doubt a childs profession of faith than an adults, because the child is less prone to hypocrisy and he is less likely to have borrowed his words and phrases. When Jesus speaks here about receiving the kingdom as a child, He is not referring to the innocence of children. Children were not born in innocence and they are not without sin. Besides, innocence is not the qualification for entering Gods kingdom. If it were, none of us could qualify. Children are born in sin and they need Christ as their Savior as much as any adult does. Someone once asked Albert Schweitzer how children learn. He replied, Three ways; by example, by example, and by example. Children read our lives, not our lectures. The Bible clearly puts the responsibility for spiritual training in the home on parents. We must teach our children how to know Christ and walk daily with Him. We should read the Bible and pray with our families often. But, in addition to verbal teaching, our lives must back up our words. Nothing will drive a child away from the faith faster than hypocrisy. Im not talking about perfection, but reality with Christ. In the homes and in the churches, let us teach with the Word of God, with our own lives and our testimony. I am grateful that First Baptist Church of Frostproof has a legacy of teaching and reaching children and adults with the Gospel of Christ and training them to serve Him. For His KidZ,

Diane Cannon

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February 2014
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 Lightsey Life Group Social-F.H. 5pm

2 Deacons serving: Gene Graves Garry Talley Business Mtg. 6pm

3 Joy Class Mtg. Smith Bldg. 7pm

5 Student Refuge & AWANA 6pm Bible Study 6:30pm Choir Practice 8pm

6 Prayer Team 6pm Smith Bldg. LINK 7:30pm 13 Prayer Team 6pm Smith Bldg. Schwiddees Life GP. Social 6pm F.H. LINK 7:30pm 20 Prayer Team 6pm Smith Bldg. LINK 7:30pm 27 Prayer Team 6pm Smith Bldg. LINK 7:30pm

TKD 5pm Smith Bldg. 9 Deacons serving: Bill Rankin Ed Butler 10 11 WMU Sewing Fellowship Hall 9am 12 Student Refuge & AWANA 6pm Bible Study 6:30pm Choir Practice 8pm

8 Widows/Widowers Luncheon Smith Bldg. Noon Sparks-A-Rama Winter Haven 8:30am 15 Prayer Breakfast Fellowship Hall 8:30 AM

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TKD 5pm Smith Bldg 16 Deacons serving: John Cavanaugh Larry Ogburn Life Group Mtg. 4:30 Fellowship Hall 17 18 19 Student Refuge & AWANA 6pm Bible Study 6:30pm Choir Practice 8pm

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22 Joy Class Fellowship 1pm Smith Bldg.

TKD 5pm Smith Bldg 25 26 Student Refuge & AWANA 6pm Bible Study 6:30pm Choir Practice 8pm

23 Deacons serving: 24 Freddie Senterfitt Doyce Cotton Forgiven In Concert 6PM Deacons Mtg. 4:30

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TKD 5pm Smith Bldg

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Mary McCall, Dusty Martin Chyrel Lambeth Nancy Patton, Isaiah Rivas Fern Sheppard, Leta Williams , Nita Walters, Kessie Walker Nita Ogburn, Anthony Urrea Victoria Strickland Gladys Hogg, Albert Gross, Sharon England Billie Jean Long, Kay Gravley Tristan Denney Jennifer Norris Doyce Cotton, Crystal Curtis Matisha Fuller

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Art Tetrick Jack Dyer Shannon Clancy, Michelle Young Gary Whidden James Walb, David McCullers Amanda Blocker, Danielle Lamb, Jeremy Reeves Joey Davenport, Jean McKenzie Samuel Brumbaugh

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First Baptist Church Ministry

Gods Vision For FBC: He desires us to be a church that impacts our community with the Gospel.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

96 West. B. Street Post Office Box 327 Frostproof, Florida 33843-0327
Phone: 863 635-3603 Fax: 863 635-6923 E-mail: fbchadden@verizon.net Website: www.fbcfrostproof.org

Gods Mission For FBC: Making disciples, leading believers to become fully devoted followers of Christ. Gods Strategy For FBC: Connect with God through worship and with others through relationships. Grow spiritually and numerically through small group Bible study. Serve others by joining a team engaged in ministry.

Service Schedules
Sunday Life Group Classes 9:45am Celebration Worship Service 11:00 am Tae Kwon Do Ministry 4:30 pm Worship Service 6:00pm Tuesday Tae Kwon Do Ministry 5:00pm Connecting with God! Wednesday Children and Student Programs 6:00 pm Adult Bible Study 6:30pm

Connecting with God! Connecting with Others!

February 2014

Connecting with Others!

Thank You Note

Dear Church, I just wanted to say thanks for the clothes and toys that my boys received for Christmas. Your thoughtfulness is appreciated more than you know. They enjoy the gifts very much and you made their Christmas unforgettable. Thank you again, The Glenn Family Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15

Event is coming Saturday, March 8, 2014 Location: Smith Building

The Awana Grand Prix is a Pinewood-Derby style racing event with a 45-year-plus track record of fun and excitement. The Awana Grand Prix provides an ideal platform for churches to present the gospel message. Clubbers create their very own Grand Prix race cars from kits consisting of a block of wood and a set of wheels and axles. They then go head-to-head with other clubbers' cars on race day. The top designs and fastest cars receive special awards.

Our Sympathy
Our sympathy to the family of Mrs. Margaret Smith