Proverbs 17:27

“He who restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.”

When I was a kid, I would occasionally pet some of my Uncle Ed’s horses. Horses were (and still are) very majestic animals. As a child, it seemed like horses towered high above; into the sky. On one particular day, my uncle and his crew were trying to “break in” a new horse. This horse had never been ridden by a human. As I looked on

in excitement (and a little fear), I was amazed by the horse. It seemed like he was ALL muscle! He was powerful, intimidating, intense, angry, and stubborn. He was mad because someone was trying to make him do something he didn’t want to do; something new that he had never done before. All his spirit inside could do was fight; until he was used to the bridle and his new master.

Proverbs 17:27 reminds me a lot about that day at my uncle’s house. Just as my uncle and his crew were trying to restrain a horse, so God’s Word wants to restrain our words, feelings, and actions. If we can keep our words clean and holy even when we want to lash out, then that means God’s Word is having an effect on our lives. It means that we have true knowledge; God’s heavenly knowledge.

A few weeks later I went back to my uncle’s house and I saw that same horse. It was a different horse. It was calm, cool, and collected. It ate and played with all the other horses. Most importantly, not only did the horse not fuss when someone tried to ride him, he looked at peace when he was out for a trot. Why the sudden change? Because the horse had come to an understanding. He realized that the bridle he once feared as controlling was now operated by someone he trusted; someone who could help guide his muscle, speed, and agility. The horse had someone who could give him direction.

God’s Word is God’s way of giving His children guidance and direction. Those who refuse to surrender to His Word are most likely angry and stubborn. They try to intimidate others with their false power. However, those that surrender to God and His Word allow Him to restrain their hearts; which controls their thoughts and mouths. They have a heavenly understanding in all the world brings their way. So, they have a cool spirit given to them by the coolest spirit of all, The Holy Spirit.

Be Cool…Make a Difference,

Pastor Chris

Fundraiser Luncheon

Sunday, March 17

Menu:

Chicken Spaghetti & English Peas

Roll, Tea & Dessert

FBC KINDERGARTEN 2019-2020 REGISTRATION

First Baptist Church Kindergarten is currently accepting Registration for the 2019 – 2020 school year from church members and current students. Registration packets can be picked up from the Kindergarten office,

Church office or printed from our website: fbckindergarten.com.

If you have questions, the Kindergarten phone number is 601-892-3040.

Children’s Community Egg Hunt

Come celebrate our risen Savior on

Saturday, April 13th, 10:30-12:30

All children ages Infant through 5th grade are invited!

Plastic eggs pre-stuffed with candy needed. Goal = 5,000 eggs

Fun jump, massive egg hunt, and hot dog lunch

See posted sign-up sheets on bulletin board across from nursery to help.

Volunteers, desserts, & kids drinks needed.

Guest appearance by the Easter bunny

TIME: TBA

MAMMY’S CUPBOARD &

AFTONVILLA GARDENS

Thursday, March 28

Leave the church at 9am

Register as soon as possible by signing up in

the church office and paying $5 for the

Gardens.

DEACONS ON CALL: 3. Alton Walters/James Ervin 10. Jeff Moore/Paul Hayles 17. Ron Evans/Ray Marler 24. Yogi Harris/Gary Strehlow 31. Jeff Gardner/John Speed

USHERS: 3. Russell Branch, Lonnie Sears, James Ray Taylor 10. Larry Davis, Graham Hall, Bill Vallotton 17. Elmer Tillson, Ronald Walters, Richie Richardson 24. Rob Clower, Wendell Stringer, Jimmy Tillson 31. Russell Branch, Lonnie Sears, James Ray Taylor

EXTENDED SESSIONS: 3. Cathy & Ronald Walters 10. Regina Thompson 17. Nan Harris 24. Haley & Scott McAlpin 31. Dorothy & Elizabeth Shull

COPIAH LIVING: 3. Jim Kitchens 10. Kenny Greer 17. Scott Deaton 24. Randy Chapin 31. Yogi Harris

ONE ON ONE: 3. Frankie Watts/Mary Dell McCoy 10. Martha Haggan/Catherine Taylor 17. Billie Sue Leggett/Diana Turbville 24. Hazel Nichols/Martha Swaney 31. Shirley Wilson/Betty Barrentine

Financial Report thru: February 17, 2019

The First Baptist Church Herald is published monthly by the First Baptist Church, 300 South Jackson Street, Crystal Springs, MS. Periodical

postage paid at the Post Office in Crystal Springs, MS 39059 Publication USPS 587-400

Budget Requirements TD $ 112,357.00 Budget Receipts TD $ 116,822.15 Budget Expenses TD $ 109,963.77 Building Fund Balance $ 15,008.16 Payment on F.L.B. Loan: $ Paid In Full Building Fund ETD: $ 1,951,185.25 F.L.B. Loan Balance: $ Interest Paid to date: $ 158,615.94

Jere Thomas Little

5:00 PM

See weekly bulletins

for any changes

3/6: BBQ Chicken Breast, Baked Beans, Mac & Cheese 3/13: Hamburger Steak, Rice & Gravy, Lima Beans 3/20: Spaghetti, Green Beans, Salad 3/27: Hot Dogs (chili), baked beans, French fries

Roll (Cornbread) Tea & Dessert

P.O. Box 609 300 S. Jackson St.

Crystal Springs, MS 39059

VOLUME 72 MARCH 2019 NUMBER 3

The Herald

March 3

March 4

First Baptist Church of Crystal Springs

302 S. Jackson Street Crystal Springs MS 39059

Office: 601-892-1149 Fax: 601-892-1187

Kindergarten: 601-892-3040 www.fbccrystalsprings.com

PASTORAL STAFF: Chris Teasley Senior Pastor Landon Smith Associate Pastor/Students David LeCompte Minister of Music & Administration Joel Haire Pastor Emeritus SUPPORT STAFF: Jennifer Benton Ministry Assistant David Henderson Custodian Kenneth Jolly Pianist Cindy Jones Financial Secretary

If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call the Church Office 601-892-1149. See below for tentative appointment times (times may be adjusted during emergencies & hospital/home visits. MONDAYS: Landon: 9A-12PM TUESDAYS: Staff Meeting 830AM-10:30AM David: 9AM-12PM and 1:30PM- 4:30PM WEDNESDAY: Chris: 9AM-12PM Landon: 1PM-5PM THURSDAY: Landon: 9AM-12PM David: 1PM-4:30PM FRIDAYS: Chris: 9AM-12PM Call the Church Office before 12PM

DEACON INFORMATION

Meeting: March 10, 5PM

CHURCH COUNCIL Meeting: March 10, 4PM

March 10, 2019