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Bible Humor
When was meat first mentioned in the Bible?
Look below for the answer.
PASTOR TODD’S WEEKLY WORD
In last Sunday’s sermon, I attempted to name the idol of pleasure and leisure, and the many ways we tend to pursue what we want and what feels good instead of being primarily concerned with what honors God. Two follow-up reflections on that:
First, as the Lead Pastor of Southern Heights, yall should know that I am aware of how few specific Scripture references appeared in that sermon. The previous week, they were attached to every point (it helps that money is one of the most talked-about topics in the Bible, with 2,000+ verses!). This sermon grew out of God’s Word and several months of prayerful consideration of God’s heart for the topic. But every time I tried to find an anchor passage for a specific point, or even the sermon overall, they all drove me back to that single verse from Psalm 37: “Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.”
(All this to say, I realize how different that one was than my usual. I hope it drove you TO God’s Word and not astray from it, and that you got some blessing from it along the way)
Second, have any of you done a better job at heeding the encouragements from last week’s sermon than I have this week? I stood in front of the room and proclaimed the dangers of “escaping” into my phone (I believe I called it a “stupid black box”), which I plopped down all dramatically for all to see… The truth is, every Sunday morning at about 9/10am, I get an alert on that device describing my usage of it over the previous week. I’d prefer not to share those stats this week…because after all the theatrics last week, as of this writing, I think I have actually spent MORE time with that “stupid black box” in front of my face than for the past several weeks.
FRIENDS…If this is you too, I’m telling you this because the week isn’t over yet! Let’s work on it together for the next couple days. Whatever the temporary thing is that is eating your time and energy, set it down today…and let’s pursue God together!
And then on Sunday, let’s get together to sing, pray, hear God’s Word, and encourage one another. We start at 10:30am at 4141 East Hillandale every Sunday morning. And it doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re coming from, or what you’ve been doing all week (or for the past 10 years)…if you’re here, you’re family. Come join us. You’ll see what I mean :). See you Sunday morning!
His…Pastor todd <><
Upcoming Events at Southern Heights
These are highlights only. CLICK HERE to see the calendar for a full listing.y
Feb 8
– 9-10am – Education Hour
– 10:30am – Worship Gathering
– 6pm Middle School
Feb 15
– NO Education Hour (winter break)
– 10:30am – Worship Gathering
– 6pm High School
Feb 18 – Ash Wednesday (noon to 6pm)
Feb 18 – 1st & 3rd Wednesday Ministries
– 10am – Women’s Ministry
– 5:15pm – Pizza dinner
– 6pm – Gems/Cadets, Men’s Women’s Ministry
Feb 22
– 9-10am – Education Hour
– 10:30am – Worship Gathering
– 6pm Middle School
– 6pm – Financial Peace University
Dine with Nine
It is time for the next “Dine with Nine”. Dine with Nine is an opportunity for new people and regulars to get to know one another better over a nice meal. Right now, there are sign up cards on the information table in the lobby. Sign up and return in the card in one of the offering boxes. Then, the leaders will assemble you into groups of 9(ish) people. You will be contacted by your group host about when to meet. This is a great way to get to know others better.
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday Remembrance on February 18
Pastor Todd will be in our Prayer Room (in the church office) between noon and 6:00pm to meet with and pray for a few minutes with each of us who wishes to receive ashes in the sign of a cross on our foreheads.
Although this takes only a few minutes, there is spiritual significance in remembering our own mortality and our need for repentance, as we begin the season of Lent.
If you are unfamiliar with our location, Southern Heights is at 4141 East Hillandale Drive in Kalamazoo. Please enter through the upstairs doors, where you will be greeted.
Financial Peace University
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University
We are once again pleased to announce that Southern Heights will be hosting Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University beginning February 22, 2026 for nine straight Sundays from 6:00-8:00pm.
We have witnessed substantial changes in people’s financial success. The course is designed for all individuals, however if you are married, we strongly suggest that both husband and wife attend to receive the most out of this course.
“Financial Peace” is a nine week course which will help you get out of debt and set a path for financial freedom. You will learn how to take control of your money instead of letting your money control you. How great is that! And, it is Biblically based.
The course materials include: the “Total Money Makeover” book, Financial Peace workbook, access to online resources, budget envelopes, and more. The cost for Southern Heights is $80 per household/couple/singles (regularly $99). Once you have gone through the course, you are a lifetime member and may attend future gatherings FREE!
There will be a teaching video by Dave Ramsey, and course discussion in groups each week. It’s fun and exciting to watch how much you can save and pay off debt at the same time. So, if you decide you want to become debt free, come join us.
Please contact Bob and Sue Visser 352-9559 of you would like to sign up.
(or call Deb Bos 271-7700 if financial assistance is needed)
Honduras Mission Trip
We have a team of 14 people preparing and looking forward to connecting with our partners Gathering Hearts for Honduras (GHH) and Templo Evangelical Emmanuel (TEE). The team is planning activities with a primary focus on providing a Vacation Bible School experience. The budget for this trip is approximately $22,000. The Outreach Committee budget will cover approximately 30% of those costs.
Thank you to everyone that has contributed to the Honduras mission trip fund so far. If you haven’t had a chance to contribute yet, you still can! Please make contributions to Southern Heights marked for the Mission Trip Fund. We greatly appreciate your support!
-Luke Deubner and the Honduras Mission Team
A Good Scripture to Memorize
Education Hour – Sundays 9-10am
Ed Hour takes place on Sundays from 9-10am.
High school and Middle school begin Ed Hour in the Student Room and then have separate classes.
Adults will begin a new series by Francis Chan called “Jesus’ Farewell Message”
February 8 – Lesson 1, February 15 – break (no class), February 22 – Lesson 2, March 1 – Lesson 3, March 8 – Lesson 4, March 15 – Lesson 5, March 22 – Lesson 6
1st & 3rd Wednesday Ministries
10:00am – Women’s ministry meets in the conference room.
5:15pm – light supper of pizza and chips and cookies.
6pm we will have GEMS (1st -5th grade girls) and Cadets (1st to 5th grade boys), and Women’s Ministry (Same lesson as 10am) and Men’s Ministry. Bring your friends!
Student LIFE Ministries
Sundays from 6-8pm are for Students.
High School – 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays
Middle School – 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays.
Have a Praise or Prayer Request?
Click on this prayer prompter image or email deborahbos2@gmail.com and your prayer or praise will be included in our weekly Prayer Prompter, which is received and prayed over by many in our Southern Heights family. Tell us if your request is confidential and it will only be shared with elders and staff, who will confidentially pray for you.
Your Offerings to God
as of February 2, 2026
If you have questions about your giving, want a copy of your statement, please email our Treasurer, Jeff Baas at jmbaas1@gmail.com.
Free & Confidential Counseling is Available
If you feel the need to talk to a professional counselor, we have a confidential Church Assistance Program (CAP) with Pine Rest Mental Health Services. To get started – or for more info – call 616.455.6210 or 800.442.0809 and mention our Southern Heights CAP membership when you do.
Answer to Bible Humor
When Noah took Ham into the ark.
