Habakkuk 2:4 Habakkuk is considered a “minor” prophet in the Old Testament. He was a prophet who foretold the coming destruction of Judah. God would use another nation to punish Judah for their many sins. Babylon would destroy Judah and carry away the people of Judah to be slaves. Habakkuk was upset and almost charged God with the death and destruction to be inflicted on Judah because he could not fathom that God would do this. He was to learn that God is in control and that God alone decides punishment. What God sees from His throne as an insignificant speck, we see as a vast problem. What we think of as a long time is just a blink of God’s eye. God’s works are far beyond our understanding. Habakkuk penned that the “righteous will live by his faith.” (Habakkuk 2:4). God revealed the calamity that would come to Judah and now Habakkuk had to practice his faith. Habakkuk learned that faith is the key to seeing God’s big picture. He also learned to have faith so that he could see things from God’s perspective. Habakkuk 2:4, • “Behold, as for the proud one, • His soul is not right within him: • But the righteous will live by his faith.” To this we say Amen!

In Genesis chapter 42 we read about Joseph’s brothers coming to Egypt to buy food for their families. The brothers who came did not recognize Joseph, whom they had sold into slavery many years ago, but he did recognize them. Lets’ review the highlights of the Joseph story: 1. He was the favorite of his father Jacob 2. His brothers hated Joseph because it was so obvious he was the favored one 3. Joseph told his brothers he dreamed they would bow before him. 4. Their hatred multiplied and they conspired to kill him. 5. Instead of murdering Joseph, they sold him into slavery. 6. While in Egypt as a slave, Joseph had many low points. 7. Ultimately, he became the number 2 leader in the Egyptian empire. 8. Great famine was in the land and Jacob sends his sons to Egypt to buy food 9. Unbeknownst to the brothers, Joseph is the one who holds their future. None of the brothers recognized him, but Joseph knew who they were. Joseph toyed with them, by holding one of the brothers in prison until the others returned with Joseph’s brother Benjamin. Additionally, he had their money put back in their sacks which terrified them when they returned home to Jacob. Plus, he required that they bring his other brother Benjamin, or he would not sell them food. It took time but it all fell into place. Ultimately Joseph revealed himself to his brothers and the healing began. This whole story is in Genesis 38-50 and shows the emotion and patience that Joseph took to pay back his brothers for selling him into slavery. Ultimately, he did forgive them, but it was a process. The old bromide to “forgive and forget” is often used but it isn’t so easy as we see in the story of Joseph. It took time. When your brother offends you, it may be easy to say I forgive you. But don’t walk away feeling guilty that you haven’t forgotten the offense. Forgiveness frees us from anger, bitterness and self-righteousness. We are human though but as Christ told Peter “I do not say to you, (forgive) up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.” Mt 18:22. Over time you will forget as old offenses fade. In the meantime, continue to pray for those who have offended you and for yourself that you will put the problem out of your mind forever. Do not depend on your own ability. Forgiveness is a process. Let us remember that but begin the process prayerfully and the peace of Christ will be with you! Hallelujah what a Savior!

For anyone who has a child, you know the watchful eye you keep over their lives. From early childhood to the point of legal maturity we frequently worry about their safety.  Abraham was known as a friend of God.  Abraham’s faith in God was verified by his obedience to God.  In Gensis 22 we find how Abraham was tested to the utmost when God told him to take his only begotten son to Mt. Moriah and sacrifice Issac him as a burnt offering.  We are not told the suffering that Abraham must have gone through.  We don’t know his thoughts and how he may have tried to figure out how to bargain with God that he, Abraham, would give his life in Issac’s stead.  We don’t hear about the pain and agony of his soul.  We can only see the obedience of Abraham as he carried the knife that would mean the death of Issac and prove his faith. We can rejoice that God intervened and Issac was saved from certain death.   Abraham displayed the ultimate in faith when he was prepared to do what God commanded.  Thousands of years later, God would demonstrate His love for us by allowing His only begotten son to die in our stead on the cross at Calvary. Thinking about faith in action we can give thanks to God that we have a man like Abraham as a guide when we consider our sacrifices to prove our faith.  We can  demonstrate our  faith when Christ says, “follow me?’

The PVN Women's Ministry seeks to impact our community by connecting in meaningful relationships, engaging the world with God's love, and growing a family of mature believers. The women's ministry of PVN is active year-round in ministry work, team building, fellowships, and discipleship. The PVN Women's Ministry seeks to impact our community by connecting in meaningful relationships, engaging the world with God's love, volunteering in local missions and growing a family of mature believers. Whether you are interested in small group Bible study with women, enjoy fellowship through activities, or help the community by spreading the message of Christ, there is a place for you! Click on the link below to connect with someone, or email the ministry at realwomen@pvnbc.org. UPCOMING EVENTS Sat, Apr 26 Ladies' Spring Brunch / Fellowship Hall RSVP Apr 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Fellowship Hall, 735 Old Summerville Rd NW, Rome, GA 30165, USA Join us for a delightful morning of connection, inspiration, and fresh beginnings at our Ladies’ Spring Brunch! As the season of renewal begins, we invite all women in our church community to come together for a beautiful time of fellowship and reflection. The cost is $10! Share FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK FOLLOW AND CONNECT Together in Faith: Building Christ in Community PVN Women's Ministry Newsletter Spring Newsletter 2025 Pastel Winter 2025 Christmas Edition 2024

​PVN STUDENTS is our Wednesday night gathering for students in 6th-12th grade! Come hang out at 6:30 PM for some fun and more, and then join us for worship, a message, and small groups right after! PVN STUDENTS is our Wednesday night gathering for students in 7th-12th grade! Come hang out at 6:30pm - 7:30pm in the PVN Student Building for fun, worship, and small groups! We can’t wait to see you there! Graduate Recognition Form! ABOUT PVN STUDENT MINISTRY PVN STUDENT PODCAST LISTEN NOW At PVN we are about Gospel doctrine and Gospel culture! Our goal is to thread the Gospel into every piece of a student’s life. We seek to connect Christ to every school’s campus, family, work, and play so that the Kingdom can grow! CURRENT SERIES APOLOGETICS You Have More Time For Bible Reading Than You Think This study shows how long it takes to read each book of the Bible on average. Great place to start when trying to read your Bible! https://www.crossway.org/articles/infographic-you-can-read-more-of-the-bible-than-you-think/ Discipleship Journal Plan Four daily readings, but only 25 days each month — which leaves some margin for missing here and there when life gets busy. This plan gives five catch up days every month. https://www.navigators.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/navigators-bible-reading-plan.pdf M’cheyne Bible Reading Plan The plan has readings for every day of the year and will take you once through the Old Testament and twice through the Psalms and the New Testament. http://www.edginet.org/mcheyne/printables.html The Kingdom Bible Reading Plan This plan gives three reading plans per day for the Old Testament and one for the New. The Old Testament readings follow the arrangement of the Hebrew Bible, with one reading coming from each portion per day. Only 25 readings are slated per month and can be started at any time of the year. https://cdn.desiringgod.org/pdf/blog/3325_FINAL.DeRouchie.pdf CONNECT WITH PVN STUDENTS CONTACT US UPCOMING EVENTS Mon, May 26 Beach Camp 2025 / Panama City Beach RSVP May 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – May 30, 2025, 11:00 PM Panama City Beach, Panama City Beach, FL, USA Share

Welcome to Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church in Rome, GA. Our purpose is to REACH people for Christ, TEACH the Word of God, SOW seeds of God’s love, and GROW closer to God and one another. PLAN A VISIT JOIN US SUNDAYS SERVICES @ 8:30 AM & 10:45 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL @ 9:45 AM PLEASANT VALLEY NORTH BAPTIST CHURCH Sundays and every other day with our church family are about joy, community, discipleship, and glorifying God! We are a Jesus church and a Jesus people–passionately living out our purpose as disciples. Connect with us online to get plugged in, and join us on Sunday mornings at 8:30 AM and 10:45 AM! WELCOME TO OUR CHURCH FAMILY ABOUT DISCOVER MINISTRIES Kids Every Sunday and Wednesdays, babies through Sixth Graders experience environments where the Bible is taught in fun and creative ways. Our PVN Kids are taught to love Jesus in four major ways: through evangelism, discipleship, building a missional mindset, and fellowship. It is important that all kids grow and leave the ministry having developed a relationship with Christ and learn to serve others. We would love for you and your family to visit this Sunday! LEARN MORE Students PVN STUDENTS is our Wednesday night gathering for students in 7th-12th grade! Come hang out at 6:30pm - 7:30pm in the PVN Student Building for fun, worship, and small groups! We can’t wait to see you there! LEARN MORE College PVN COLLEGE is our Thursday night gathering for college students! Come hang out from 6:00pm - 7:30pm in the PVN Student Building for free Dinner, Bible Study, and FREE BOOKS! Join a healthy community of students that loves to break down Scripture verse by verse. This is a place for YOU! LEARN MORE Family The Family Ministry at PVN is the shared service of all Christians at PVN to strengthen families and equip them to make disciples of Jesus Christ in the home and throughout the world! We consider everyone at PVN to be a part of the family of God. There are 6 programs in the Family Ministry that focus on reaching singles, couples with no children as well as those with kids, empty nesters, and seniors. Come be a part of our PVN Family! LEARN MORE Worship We love blended worship at PVN! Because of that, we like to pull from the richness and wisdom of the past into our worship through hymns and traditional styles of worship. Rehearsal is on Wednesdays from 8:00 to 9:00 in the sanctuary. Directed by our Minister of Music, Jason Coffman, the choir leads our Sunday morning worship and provides special music! Solos, duets, and instruments of all kinds are parts of Special. If you would like to participate, please see Jason, our Minister of Music! LEARN MORE Men's Our Men's Ministry offers opportunities for men to meet and encourage one another through prayer, Bible study, men's breakfasts, and other fellowship activities. This ministry also seeks to impact our community through global and local ministry and missions. Come be a part of what God is doing through our men. LEARN MORE Women's The Women's Ministry of PVN is active year-round in ministry work, team building, fellowships, and discipleship. The PVN Women’s Ministry seeks to impact our community by connecting in meaningful relationships, engaging the world with God’s love, and growing a family of mature believers. Whether you are interested in small group Bible study with women, enjoy fellowship through activities, or helping the community by spreading the message of Christ, there is a place for you! LEARN MORE Senior Adults Our Senior Adults ministry called Pilgrims meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 10:30 AM for fellowship! After the program, they have a covered dish luncheon at noon. This special group also plans exciting outings and trips during the year. PVN has ministries for all ages, and we’d love for you to join ours! LEARN MORE READ OUR WEEKLY DEVOTIONS LEARN Right here on our website and across our social media, we have uplifting and spiritually enriching content for you! WATCH ONLINE CURRENT SERIES SOW Sowing seeds of God’s love is spreading His unconditional love, compassion, and kindness to others in a way that selflessly nurtures their faith and helps them experience His grace. As we sow, we reap a great harvest. Galatians 6:9, 5:22-23 ; Matthew 22:37-29 GROW Growing closer to God and others is a transformative journey of unity, love, and connection. It involves seeking His presence through prayer, studying His word, and serving one another. Because we are made for connection, we need to do this with others, supporting them as well. Proverbs 27:17, John 15, 1 John 4:12 REACH Reaching people for Christ involves sharing the message of salvation, demonstrating God’s love, and leading others to a personal relationship with Him. As believers, we follow Jesus’ command to go and make disciples of all nations, spreading the Good News and helping others find eternal life in Him. Mathew 28:19-20 TEACH Teaching the Word of God is the divine responsibility of sharing His truth and love with others. Through Scripture, believers are called to spread the gospel, guide hearts toward salvation, and equip individuals to live out God’s teachings, bringing hope and transformation to their lives. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 OUR PURPOSE Sow seeds of change with us. GIVING GIVE ONLINE From special parking, an awesome welcome team, and free gifts, we will make you feel right at home. Watch this short video for all the details. TRY SOMETHING NEW WHAT TO EXPECT VISIT