Fairhaven Church Bulletin

Our Vision

We believe everyone needs the hope Jesus offers, so our passion is to help people find that hope and grow in a relationship with Him. We emphasize grace and acceptance, yet we’re equally passionate about truth, as we help people understand who Jesus is and how to take the next right step in their journey of faith.

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together.”

DAVID SMITH

Follow Jesus

By following Jesus, you can receive the grace and forgiveness He offers. This decision can begin with a prayer as simple as this:

Thank you, Jesus, for dying on the cross for my sin, and offering me grace and forgiveness so that I can have peace with God. I want to follow You with my whole life, and I humbly ask You to lead me into a relationship with You.

Baptism

Baptism is an outward sign of an inward change. It symbolizes a believer finding new life in Jesus and publicly identifying himself or herself as a Christ-follower. Baptism takes place during Sunday morning worship services on various dates at each of our campuses.

Lend a Hand

We believe that lending a hand helps us grow closer to Jesus and find hope – and sharing our time and talents is a key part of that. We have opportunities for you to lend a hand by serving at Fairhaven, in our community, and around the world.

Dedicate my child

Your child’s dedication is your public declaration to commit yourself to raise your child to know Christ as their Savior, and that you commit yourself, as parents, to provide an environment in which that can happen. Child Dedication services are offered twice per year at each of our campuses.

Membership

Any Christ-follower who regularly attends Fairhaven Church is welcome to become part of our covenant membership. Membership events are offered twice per year at each of our campuses.

There are three parts of a membership event:

Attend a 60-minute class on our history, beliefs, denomination and membership covenant
An interview by an elder or a pastor about your spiritual journey, which happens right after the class
Be recognized (onscreen) as a covenant member during one of the weekend services.

Join a small group

Life is better lived in circles than in rows, which is why community is so important to us. Small groups are made up of 8-12 people who meet in homes for study, discussion and prayer. You can join an existing group, start your own or form a “test drive” small group to test out the small group experience for a single sermon series.

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Share your story, submit prayer request, or let us know about your experience today.

Why we give

Your generosity makes it possible for us to impact children, students and adults through our ministries. It also helps us come alongside the underserved and hurting in our community.

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Small Groups

Life is better lived in circles than in rows, which is why community is so important to us!

These groups of 8-12 people meet in homes (Online Small Groups are also available) for discussion and prayer.

You can join an existing group, start your own or form a “test drive” small group to test out the small group experience for a single sermon series.

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Find Hope Bible Verses

Our twice-a-week “find hope” Bible verses are a great way to receive encouragement and be reminded of the truths of Scripture throughout the week. To receive the verses, download the Fairhaven app, and make sure notifications are turned on.

Verse notification are sent out on Tuesday and Thursday mornings each week.

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August 1, 2021

Do Not Steal

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“Do Not Steal”
Exodus 20:1-21

Exodus 20:1-21

“god of selfishness”

Stewardship
God has absolute ownership over all (Genesis 1:1; Psalm 24:1; Luke 16:11-12)
Defines man’s relationship to God (1 Corinthians 3:9; Hebrews 13:5-6)
A Calling to manage and plan (1 Corinthians 9:17; Proverbs 16:9; Philippians 4:13)
Respect for another person’s property (Isaiah 61:8)

How do we steal?

1. Theft, robbery and extortion (Deuteronomy 5:19; Ezekiel 22:29; Exodus 21:16)

“The people of the land have practiced extortion and committed robbery. They have oppressed the poor and needy…”
– Ezekiel 22:29

2. From Employees (Jeremiah 22:13; James 5:4-5)

Behold, the wages of the laborers who mowed your fields, which you kept back by fraud, are crying out against you, and the cries…have reached the ears of the Lord…”
– James 5:4

3. From Employers (Titus 2:9-10)

“Bondservants are to be…well-pleasing, not argumentative, not pilfering, but showing all good faith, so that in everything they may adorn the doctrine of God our Savior.”
– Titus 2:9-10

4. Refusing to work (2 Thessalonians 3:10-12)

“… If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat. For we hear that some among you walk in idleness, not busy at work, but busybodies….we encourage in the Lord Jesus Christ…to earn their own living.”
– 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12

5. Failing to pay debts (Romans 13:8; Psalm 37:21; Proverbs 3:28)

“The wicked borrows but does not pay back, but the righteous is generous and gives…”
– Psalm 37:21

6. Tax Evasion (Mark 12:17; Romans 13:7)

“Pay to all what is owed to them: taxes to whom taxes are owed, revenue to whom revenue is owed, respect to whom respect is owed, honor to whom honor is owed.”
– Romans 13:7

7. Robbing God (Malachi 3:8; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; Romans 12:1)

“Will man rob God? Yet you are robbing me. But you say, ‘How have we robbed you?’ In your tithes and contributions.”
– Malachi 3:8

8. Gossiping and Rumoring (Proverbs 22:1)

“A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.”
– Proverbs 22:1

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Lowercase G “Do Not Steal” Exodus 20:1-21 Exodus 20:1-21 “god of selfishness” Stewardship God has absolute ownership over all (Genesis 1:1; Psalm 24:1; Luke 16:11-12) Defines man’s relationship to God (1 Corinthians 3:9; Hebrews 13:5-6) A Calling to manage and plan (1 Corinthians 9:17; Proverbs 16:9; Philippians 4:13) Respect for another person’s property (Isaiah 61:8) How do we steal? 1. Theft, robbery and extortion (Deuteronomy 5:19; Ezekiel 22:29; Exodus 21:16) “The people of the land have practiced extortion and committed robbery. They have oppressed the poor and needy…” – Ezekiel 22:29 2. From Employees (Jeremiah 22:13; James 5:4-5) Behold, the wages of the laborers who mowed your fields, which you kept back by fraud, are crying out against you, and the cries…have reached the ears of the Lord…” – James 5:4 3. From Employers (Titus 2:9-10) “Bondservants are to be…well-pleasing, not argumentative, not pilfering, but showing all good faith, so that in everything they may adorn the doctrine of God our Savior.” – Titus 2:9-10 4. Refusing to work (2 Thessalonians 3:10-12) “… If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat. For we hear that some among you walk in idleness, not busy at work, but busybodies….we encourage in the Lord Jesus Christ…to earn their own living.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12 5. Failing to pay debts (Romans 13:8; Psalm 37:21; Proverbs 3:28) “The wicked borrows but does not pay back, but the righteous is generous and gives…” – Psalm 37:21 6. Tax Evasion (Mark 12:17; Romans 13:7) “Pay to all what is owed to them: taxes to whom taxes are owed, revenue to whom revenue is owed, respect to whom respect is owed, honor to whom honor is owed.” – Romans 13:7 7. Robbing God (Malachi 3:8; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; Romans 12:1) “Will man rob God? Yet you are robbing me. But you say, ‘How have we robbed you?’ In your tithes and contributions.” – Malachi 3:8 8. Gossiping and Rumoring (Proverbs 22:1) “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.” – Proverbs 22:1 Your life is your witness!