I’m so glad you are visiting here today!

Today’s Verse

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men… You are serving the Lord Christ.”

Colossians 3:23-24

Addition Reading about Biblical Service

Matthew 25:35-40 ESV

For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.’ Then the righteous will answer him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?’

Matthew 20:26-28 ESV

It shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Hebrews 6:10-12 ESV

For God is not unjust so as to overlook your work and the love that you have shown for his name in serving the saints, as you still do. And we desire each one of you to show the same earnestness to have the full assurance of hope until the end, so that you may not be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

John 13:12-17 ESV

When he had washed their feet and put on his outer garments and resumed his place, he said to them, “Do you understand what I have done to you? You call me Teacher and Lord, and you are right, for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet. For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done to you. Truly, truly, I say to you, a servant is not greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. …

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray we can serve God in more and better ways this year, beginning with today.

Baptist Press

Great articles today!

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Obituary

Chief Dwaynne A. Ardeneaux

May 19, 1966 – February 22, 2026

A resident of Pine Grove, LA, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born May 19, 1966 in Marrero, LA and was 59 years of age.

He is survived by his wife, Katherine LaPorte Ardeneaux; mother, Dorateel B. Ardeneaux; sister, Julie Ardeneaux; goddaughter, Brandi G. Gilboy; niece, Angelina M. Wahl; mother-in-law, Catherine O. LaPorte, sister-in-law, Toni L. Wahl; brother-in-law, Raymond Wahl; and great-nephew, Tony Gilboy. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence J. Ardeneaux.

Chief Dwaynne Ardeneaux has dedicated over two decades of service to the St. George Fire Department, where he began his career in 1999 as a Firefighter/Operator. Over the course of 26 years, he rose through the ranks to serve as the Chief of the Fire Prevention Bureau.

Chief Ardeneaux held a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from Louisiana State University and an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science from LSU Eunice. His academic background was complemented by practical and technical experience, including prior work in a laboratory testing fuel oils for flash point, fire point, and flame points, giving him a unique perspective on fire investigations.

Throughout his career, Chief Ardeneaux contributed extensively to specialized response teams. He served 18 years on the St. George Rescue Team and was also a member of the Louisiana State Urban Search and Rescue (USA&R) Team. Additionally, he was a certified Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT).

In 2020, Chief Ardeneaux completed the C.A.R.T.A. P.O.S.T. Academy and held dual Law Enforcement Commissions with the St. George Fire Department for Fire Investigations and with the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office. These roles highlighted his dedication to both fire safety and law enforcement collaboration.

Beyond his operational and investigative work, Chief Ardeneaux played an important role in the growth of the newly established City of St. George by authoring city ordinances that enhance public safety and strengthen community protection.

With a career marked by leadership, technical expertise, and community service, Chief Dwaynne Ardeneaux guided the St. George Fire Prevention Bureau with professionalism and commitment.

Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 8:15AM until 10:40AM on Saturday, February 28, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate his life will follow at 11:00AM at St. Helena Catholic Church, 122 S. First Street, Amite, LA. Services conducted by Fr. Reuben Dykes. Interment will be in St. Joseph Abbey Cemetery, 75376 River Rd., Covington, LA 70435. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Mass intentions would be appreciated in lieu of flowers. 

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 25
• Romans 8-10

This Week’s Sunday School Lesson

Matthew 14

Today, let’s focus NOT on talking about, but actually doing.

I’m thankful for you today!

Anna Lee

Winter paid us another visit! I usually welcome company, but I wasn’t planning this return so quickly.

A Scripture to Focus on Today

“Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God.”

1 John 4:7

There are many ways to show love for others.

Two questions to ponder:

• How do you show love?
• How do you choose those you show love to?

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 24
• Romans 4-7

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Obituaries

Wava Graham HIll

August 30, 1942 – February 21, 2026

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at her home. She was born August 30, 1942 in Franklinton, LA and was 83 years of age. She is survived by her daughters, Robin Phelps and Wendy Neu; son, Jody Varnado and wife Nikki; sister, Pat Hayden and husband, Robert; brothers, Paul Graham, Alvin Graham, and Albert Graham and wife, Amber; grandchildren, Joshua Neu (Lovie), Robert Neu (Heather), James Neu (Kaitlin), Heather White, Cody Phelps (Clarissa), Matthew Varnado, and Rusty Varnado (Brooke); grand daughter-in-law, Adriane Scoggins; great-grandchildren, Brianna Schulterbrandt, Eve Duval, Issabella Neu,  Jasmine Neu, Jaxon Neu, Nicky Steffek, C.J. Phelps, Braxlyn Phelps, Haylee Pence, and Khloe Pence; special caregivers, Stacey Branch, Anna Phelps, and Bailey Moore; special friend/neighbor, Leila Buniff; special son-in-law, Raymond Neu; and special nurse, Wendy McLain. Preceded in death by her husband, Danny Hill; parents, Alfred and Tessie Graham; in laws, Bill and Emma Rushing; brothers Donald Graham(infant) and J.C. Graham; grandson, Tyler Phelps. Pallbearers are Rusty Varnado, Joshua Neu, James Neu, Matthew Varnado, Cody Phelps, and Van Keith Varnado. Honorary Pallerbearers are Jesse Clark and Corey White. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 11:00AM until Religious Services at 1:00PM on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Services conducted by Bro. Don McDaniel. Interment Graham Cemetery, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Jimmie Wilson Husser

June 6, 1946 – February 22, 2026

A resident of Robert, LA, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at his home. He was born June 2, 1946 in Independence, LA and was 79 years of age. Jimmie was the co-owner and operator of Husser City Glass, Radiator, and Muffler in Amite for 50 years. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Houston Husser; children, Charla Husser Yarbrough and husband, Sonny Yarbrough and Marcie Husser Chadwick and husband, Ronald Chadwick, Jr.; grandchildren, Cameron Bryce Yarbrough, Corey Lane Yarbrough, Hailey Marie Yarbrough, Leah Nicole Chadwick and Lane Bryce Chadwick; great-grandchildren, Lana Elizabeth Yarbrough and Natalie Haven Yarbrough; brother, Kenny Husser and wife, Micaleen Husser; 2 sisters, Patricia Husser Shockley and, husband, Thomas Shockley and Sharon Kay Lee and husband, Sidney Lee; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Wilson Henry Husser and Dorothy Bennett Husser; brother, Wayne A. Husser; sister-in-law, Jeannie Husser; and a special aunt, Doris “Aunt Johnnie” Bennett Stanfield. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 11:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Services conducted by Bro. Dale Ziebarth. Interment Loranger Community Cemetery, Loranger, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Mark Your Calendar

The next associational WMU/Women on Mission meeting will be March 7th at Montpelier Baptist Church. Please share this information. Thanks!

A Scripture about Prayer

This is a good one to memorize or to write in your Bible

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Philippians 4:6-7

Pray for High School and College seniors.

They will soon be closing one phase of their lives and moving on to new ventures and adventures.

Pray they will continue to focus on what their task is daily and not get “senioritus”!

Others

Today is a good day to check on someone who haven’t seen lately. I have plans to do so.

Anna Lee

Good morning, friends. I’m so glad you are checking in today. I had a good Lord’s Day. I hope you did too.

Today’s Scripture:

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters…” Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV)

Let’s try to remember that. I’m sure the quality of our work will increase if we do.

Prayer Focus: Others!

Say special prayers for Andy and Betty Taylor today, please.

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 23
• Romans 1-3
• This is the start of the sixth book of the Bible since we started less than two months ago.
• Let’s keep reading and work our way all the way through the Bible again this year.

Obituaries

I did not find any local obituaries this morning.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

In addition to the regular articles, there is a pod cast here you may be interested in – “Sharing Jesus with Family and Friends”.

Devotional

What does Jesus say about family and friends?

John 15:12-17

12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.

13 Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.

14 You are my friends if you do what I command.

15 I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business.

¹⁶ You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you. 

¹⁷ This is my command: Love each other.

Loving Others

We all know God wants us to love others. Let’s do a better job of doing so this week.

Anna Lee

Here it is again, the best day of the week, the Lord’s day! Our Sunday School lesson,”Judgement Coming” is based on Matthew 13: 24-30 and 36-43. What a good lesson it is!

Today’s Verse

Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Whoever has ears, let them hear. Matthew 13:43, NIV

Prayer Focus

Today as we pray, let us focus on the services in our local churches and on other churches around the world.

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 22
• Acts 17-18

Obituaries

There are no new obituaries for Kentwood this morning, but please pray for the families who have had recent deaths.

Missions – Operation Christmas Child

David and I have spent time making some purchases of small stuffed animals and for the hygiene kits. We are waiting for some items to arrive. We also spent portions of two days working in our area at the church getting reorganized so we can begin work there.

This year, my sister asked some of her sewing friends for scraps to sew some of the totes. She has been a “one-person factory”! She does beautiful work! I get so excited when I see the totes. She acquired the fabric we used last year and is a. wonderful asset to our team!

Next, we will be putting the cording in some of the totes. We will soon be folding and pressing them to fit into the shoeboxes better as well as sorting them for boys and girls. Hopefully, we will get this done this week

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And the gospel must first be proclaimed to all nations.

Mark 13:10 ESV

I am thankful for the area churches who also work hard to get shoeboxes prepared for boys and girls around the world. Remember, the book “The Greatest Journey” and a Bible are given with each box by Samaritan’s Purse. They teache the children about Jesus and gives them an opportunity to follow Him. Many of them also “share Jesus” with family members so they can be saved too.

If any individual or church needs information about Operation Christmas Child, you can ask me. I can also connect you with someone who who can also give you information that will be helpful in getting started.

If you are interested in helping us “work” or able to donate to future purchases, please contact me or give to the OCC special account at FBC, Kentwood or your own church.

Missions – Coming Soon

• Two Rivers Associational WMU/Women on Mission Meeting
• Montpelier Baptist Church
• Saturday, March 7
• Potluck lunch to follow
• 9:00 A.M. – Leadership meeting
• 10:00 A.M. – Regular meeting let by Montpelier ladies
• All ladies and girls are invited to attend.

Devotional Thought

 “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” — Matthew 4:19

Jesus did not wait for people to come to Him; He went to the sick, the broken, friends, and new friends. We can easily be mission-minded too. We sometimes think of missions as something far away, but missions is a “purposeful” activity, being led by God in our daily life. It can start in our daily activities and go as far as God leads you!

It comes in many forms: teaching a missions class, doing individual, group, or church projects, special classes, Women on Mission, Operation Christmas Child, sharing your Sunday school literature, and many more things. Invite someone new to join us in church attendance and missions.

Have a wonderful day serving God!

Anna Lee

Saturday

Welcome to the last “warmer” day before it turns cold again for a few days. Remember that Saturday is a good day to get certain things done, so Sunday can run smoothly without having the normal tasks at home. I remember that my daddy always polished everyone’s shoes on Saturdays and let them sit together to dry.

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 21
• Acts 24-26

Special Scriptures for Today

Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

Isaiah 40:29: “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.”

John 1:5: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”

Prayers Appreciated

Andy and Betty Taylor – Betty works daily to take care of all of Andy’s needs. They are having a special extended family day today.

Janice Hornsby – Still working to get healther

Bro. Darryl lost an extended family member this week

JJananice Hor

Operation Christmas Child

Items for the Hygiene Kits have been ordered. We are working to take an inventory of what we have at this time and making a list of what we will need.

Wedding Tonight

Courtney Creel and Brennan Dear’s wedding is tonight in Jackson Mississippi. Pray for these two individuals as they are joined in marriage. May they have a long and loving marriage that honors God.

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s spend some time praying for services in all the area churches.

Obituary

Mala Fran Newman Schott

Feb. 18, 2026

Mala Fran Newman Schott passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, in Hammond, LA. She was 69 years old. Mala was born in Baton Rouge and was the eldest in her family of four. She is preceded in death by her parents Emerson and Jean Newman. Mala graduated from Valley Forge Academy where she was valedictorian and Southeastern Louisiana University where she met her husband, John. Upon graduation from SLU, Mala worked as an accountant in New Orleans until she transitioned to being a stay-at-home Mom.

Married for 47 years, John and Mala had two children. Mala was very devoted to her family. She loved cooking, plants, and animals (especially cats).

Mala is survived by her 2 children and 3 grandchildren: Elizabeth and Rick Joji of Humble, TX, their children Gavin, Kaden, and Alyssa; and Joseph Schott of Tickfaw, LA. She is also survived by her 3 siblings, Eric Newman, Donna Newman Black, and Suzanne Travis and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the John and Mala Schott Endowed Scholarship at Southeastern, SLU Box 10703, Hammond, LA 70402. Checks should reference the John and Mala endowed scholarship. Online contributions can be made at www.southeastern.edu/memorial.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Visitation from the Chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, 12012 Hwy 190 West Hammond, LA. on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until the start of the Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Rose Memorial Park Cemetery.

(Mala and my sister, Julie, were good school friends. They spent many night at my house during high school. They each thought they were vacationing together and enjoyed the set of single beds in that felt like a motel room. She was almost like another little sister!)

How old were you when you learned the hymn, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus “?

I know I was very young and surely before I could read.

“The Privilege of Prayer” by Waylon Bailey

A link you will enjoy today:

http://waylonbailey.com/2020/10/10/the-privilege-of-prayer/

I’m thankful for the children at church who learn the same hymn early, surely before they can hold a hymnal and read the words and the music.

 “And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should” (Colossians 4:3-4).

Scripture about Missions

15 He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.

Mark 16:15

Something else I learned – “Your mission field begins when you walk out the door.”

How can and will you share about Jesus today?

Where did this week go? It’s Friday already! Time sometimes seems to pass so quickly.

MISSIONS

Pray God will lead you to pray for and help with one of the mission opportunities in our church.

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 20
• Acts 21-23
• It is never too late to join in and read with us.
• If you miss a day or more, just read a little extra each day until you catch up.

Obituaries

There are no new obituaries listed for our area this morning.

There are several people in our church and our town that have had a death in their family lately. Keep them in your prayers. What actions on your part will be encouraging to them?

Baptist Press

One of the articles on Baptist Press this morning is about spiritual gifts.

https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/bible-study-how-do-we-use-spiritual-gifts/

Enjoy Reading the Bible – A Scripture about Missions

For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45

A Bible Story to Share with Children

Have you thought about purchasing a Biblical coloring book for each of the young children in your family? What a precious time you will share as they color a picture as you tell the Bible story! (The goal is the process, not the final product.) Think of the wonderful memories you will be making! Think of the example you are setting! You can usually find Biblical coloring books at Walmart and at Dollar General.

Operation Christmas Chi

You can imagine our surprise when we placed a number of small stuffed animals on a counter yesterday in another town and the athletic looking young man said, “You must be making boxes”!

Yes! We had another opportunity to tell about “SHOEBOXES”! We are well-known by our purchases in several stores! Yesterday, in several stores, we had heard comments on “lots of grandkids” or “school teacher”. His response was our favorite! (We will shop there again and hope he is working.)

We are still in the purchasing process, but will begin actual work on shoeboxes soon. I will be contacting some of you who volunteered real soon.

Check on some friends you have not seen lately. Maybe, they will have a task they need a little help with….

Anna Lee

Welcome to Thursday. God has brought us to this day.

A Verse for Today

“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness”.

Lamentations 3:22-23 (ESV)

Prayer Focus

“Missions” – the vocation or calling of a religious organization, especially a Christian one, to go out into the world and spread its faith.

“the Christian mission”

Today, let’s think and participate in MISSIONS!

Missions means sharing your faith. Think of all the many ways you can be involved with your family, friends, class, church, etc. I think God wants us to be involved in one or more ways.

“Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples!”

  1 Chronicles 16:24

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 19
• Acts 18-20

OBITUARIES – No New Obituaries This Morning

Baptist Press Article

WRAP-UP: EC members prioritize CP, disability ministry

Missions

“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” — Matthew 4:19

There are many ways to be on mission! Do a little reading and be encouraged and inspired!

Read The Bible More

Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life. – Psalm 143:8 NIV

Helping Others

As you go through the week, try to think about ways you can include others.

Example – If you are going to pick up medicine, see if you family member. neighbor, or friend would like to ride . They may just enjoy the outing, but they might also have some medicine to pick up.

Example 2 – If you are going to eat, you probably would enjoy come company. Who might enjoy going with you?

Example 3 – Some people are no longer able to drive themselved. Think of how helpful you could be just by taking them to pick up medicine, going to the post offiice, etc.

COMING SOON

• Quarterly WMU/Women on Mission Meeting
• Montpelier Baptist Church
• 9:00 A.M. – Leadership Meeting
• 10:00 A.M. – Regular Meeting focusing on Missions
• Come enjoy some sweet ladies and learn about missions.
• Be involved.
• Bring another lady with you.

You are the Key concerning God’s Word

Waylon Bailey May 11, 2020

You are the Key concerning God’s Word

YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE in Many Ways!

Good or Bad! – You Choose!

Anna Lee

“By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God. So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.”

1 John 4:13-16 ESV

PRAYER FOCUS

Today, let’s focus our prayers on abiding in Him.

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 18
• Acts 16-17

Obituary

Lorraine Janice Crowe

July 15, 1951 – February 15, 2026

A resident of Franklinton, LA, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Fair City Health and Rehab in Franklinton, LA. She was born July 15, 1951 in Franklinton, LA and was 74 years of age. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Tonya Simmons (Kent) and Sissy Smith (Darren); 1 son Chad Crowe (Sarah Rhodus); 2 sisters, Brenda Russell and Letitia Patridge; grandchildren, Brooklyn Smith, MacKenzie Simmons, Haley Smith, Kentlie Simmons, Reece White, Paislie Crowe, and Gracie Warren; 1 great-grandson, Waylon Smith. Preceded in death by her husband, Norman Crowe; parents, Charles and Pearl Walker; brother, Ricky Wayne Walker; great-grandson, Kaston Simmons. Visitation at Chesbrough Baptist Church from 10:00AM until religious services at 12:00 Noon on Friday, February 20, 2026. Services conducted by Bro. Don McDaniel. Interment Wilmer Cemetery, Wilmer, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com

Encouraging Opportunity

It was Easter morning, and I was excited to be part of the church service that day. My ideas and sermon were ready to go. I was anticipating a great morning. When I arrived at the church building, there seemed to be more cars than usual, considering how early it was in the morning. I smiled and walked through the door. 

The smell of bacon and other breakfast favorites hit me, and I saw smiling faces who were ready to celebrate Easter too. What a surprise! I am sure I looked startled because it took me some time to adjust my face, and I think my heart skipped a few beats. 

Greeting me were new believers who were excited about sharing God’s love with others, and they had decided to surprise everyone with a wonderful breakfast before the worship service. One of these new Christians owned a small restaurant downtown, and he had planned it all. 

I am sure that Jesus was happy with all this, and after a few moments I was able to adjust too. We shared a wonderful meal and then a wonderful time of worship and praise to God—all with the smell of bacon still hanging in the air. 

Recognizing the gifts of others is a lesson we all need to learn. And celebrating all this to the glory of God is essential. What’s more, giving people room to use their gifts in ways that open doors lets them enjoy being people of peace. What is your gift? 

Lord, thank you for the joy of serving you and serving others. Remind us to be thankful for others’ gifts and to celebrate together. Amen.

(You don’t have to cook breakfast every week, but you can do something that fits your skills, abilities, and liking. You don’t have to cook, but find a need and consider it your opportunity. You can choose what fits your ability, joy, and schedule. You can find a current need and step into the position in your own way. Pastors and other leaders can usually give you good suggestions if you don’t have a plan,)

Spend time to find ways preparing for services, during services, meeting needs, reaching out to new members, visiting those who are sick, teaching. etc. Use the skills God blessed you with to help others and serve Him.

“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

Matthew 5:16 (NIV)

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace. . . .

—  1 Peter 4:10

Read the short passage about Dorcus. It’s one of my favorites.

Dorcas (also known as Tabitha) is located in the Bible in Acts 9:36–42. She was a respected disciple living in the Mediterranean seaport city of Joppa (modern-day Jaffa). Known for her consistent charity, she made clothing for the poor and widows. The passage details her death, her miraculous resurrection by the Apostle Peter, and the resulting spread of faith in the region. 

Be a blessing to others today.

Anna Lee

Good morning!

I hope you had a good rest last night.

Today’s Scripture

“He says, ‘Be still and know that I am God.'”

Psalm 46:1o

Read the Bible in 2026.

• February 17
• Acts 14-15

Today’s Focus

Let’s focus on saying “Jesus loves you!” to people we see during the day.

Baptist Press

Read the articles that interest you.

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Obituaries

There are no new obituaries listed this morning on the McKneeley site, but this one was shared by Pam Newman of Kentwood.

Pamela Goings Newwman shared about her newphew.

Gregory Alden Langlois

12/10/68-02/12/26

As i post this-it’s with a heavy heart and much sadness. Our nephew left the cares of this world for his eternal home. He was a gifted, talented musician who took pride in teaching his students. Greg loved his family. He had a pleasant personality with a kind heart. His sense of humor was like none other. Although i will miss him terribly, I am so thankful for the many memories that I will hold dear in my heart. Until we meet again…GG.

Devotional

Here is a Charles Stanley devotional you will profit from reading.

From Emptiness to Fulfillment

https://www.intouch.org/read/daily-devotions

I hope you don’t feel empty today or know someone who does, but I really think you are or know someone who does.

Missions

Sometimes we feel our younger days are gone and our activities are more limited If you feel this way, I want to suggest three ways you can be involved in 2026 no matter how old you are or how you feel physically limited:

1. Pray for missions such as Operation Christmas Child. I try to keep you informed so you can easily figure out how to pray for OCC .
2. Let me know when you have some available time to come to FBC, Kentwood during the week. I will let you watch, hear, and see what we are doing and why we are doing exactly what is happening. If you want to be “hands-0n”, welcome to the crew who have allowed God to place this ministry in their hearts.
3. If helping is not possible, you can contribute funds so we can make purchases in person or online. This happened this week. Sunday, a lady in Sunday School, told about finding small (about 4-5 inches) stuffed animals selling for half price, ($.50), at Dollar General. David and I checked out another store in that chain and bought 19, all they had. I was talking with another lady from class. When we stopped by on our way home, she gave me money to shop for her. We will do that today and all week as we travel to the doctor, etc.

Why not run in a store or two and see if they have any on clearance there?

Psalm 96:1-3:

“Oh sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth! Sing to the LORD, bless his name; tell of his salvation from day to day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples!” (ESV) Psalm 96:1-3

“Telling of His salvation happens over and over as we shop and pack shoe boxes and as the boxes are opened by children around the world. (I had a letter from Rev. Franklin Graham yesterday. He said over 2 million shoeboxes were turned in during November of 2025.) My goal is to help Samaritan’s Purse collect many more shoeboxes this year. You may be interested to know that most of those boxes were packed in America, where we have freedom to worship, to become missionaries, and where we can stay at home and minister to children by being a part of Operation Christmas Child. We (any church packing shoeboxes) would love to have your participation and financial support!

Have a wonderful day. Be sure to say “Jesus Loves You” to others.

Anna Lee

I posted too early. I will add some of what I left off.

Also in the Hospital

Janice Hornsby, church secretary

No New Obituaries for Our Area

Baptist Press

I hope you enjoy reading some or all of these articles.

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Operation Christmas Child

We are in the process of making purchases for the hygiene kits that go in our shoeboxes. We include washcloths, toothbrushes, small clippers, nail files, bandaids, combs, etc. If you wish to help (funds or time), please let me know in the next few days.

Read the Bible in 2026

• February 16
• Acts 11-13

Additional Reading

The Privilege of Prayer

Be an Encourager Today.

Anna. Lee