Scripture for Today

But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?
 James 2:20 (KJV)

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.

Proverbs 3:5–6 (NKJV)

For we walk by faith, not by sight.
 2 Corinthians 5:7 (ESV)

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s focus on our senior adults and their contributions to the work of the church throughout many years. Let’s pray God’s continued blessings on them.

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 12
• Proverbs 1-3

Obituaries

At this time, there are no new obituaries for our area.

Senior Adult Revival

First, pray for Barbara Forshag who has taken over the reigns of the senior adult revival for our association. If you see Margaret, thank her for her years of service. In our local area, Judy Fowler has handed the responsibilities over to Lynette Sanders.

This are the plans for 2026.

Wednesday, October 14 at FBC, Greeensburg

Thursday, October 15 at Montpelier

Friday, October 16 at FBC, Kentwood

The time schedule is:

• 9:00 A.M. – Visiting with Friends
• 9:30 A.M. – Choir Practice
• 10:00 A.M. – Meeting followed by lunch.

I hope to see many of you there this week.

Coming Soon

Fall weather complete with cooler temperatures and colorful leaves!

I’m looking forward to seeing many of you Wed. – Fri.

Anna Lee

Isn’t it great to wake up on another Lord’s Day ?

Scriptures for Today

Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
— Hebrews 11:1 (NIV)

He said to them, … “For truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.”
— Matthew 17:20 (NRSVUE)

So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.
— Romans 10:17 (NASB)

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for people to be saved in churches all around the world. Let’s also pray for those sharing the Good News.

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 11
• Psalms 146 – 150

Obituaries

William Bennett “Bill” Cory

illiam “Bill” Bennett Cory

Bill, age 83, passed away peacefully in north Georgia on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He dedicated 40 years of public school teaching in Tangipahoa Parish. After retiring from teaching, he drove for Council On Aging, and taught the GED program in the parish prison. Bill was a proud U.S. Army veteran who served from 1963-1967. Anyone who knew Bill knew he would give you the shirt off his back, and loved to tell his stories from teaching and his days in the army. Bill loved to hike in the mountains, kayak, fish, camp, and loved anything to do with the outdoors. Bill was a wonderful husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great grandfather who is already dearly missed by all those that love him.

William is survived by his brother Robert “Bob” Cory; and his 2 sons, Walter Cory and Robert Cory; grandsons Noah, Nicholas, Brayden, and Angel; and great-grandson, Taysom.

He is proceeded in death by his wife, Freddie Gulotta Cory; brothers, Walter Cory, “Ronnie” Dick Cory, and sister, Ellen Cory Davis.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date by the family.

Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home – Hammond

12012 Highway 190 W

Hammond

(Bill grew up in Amite and graduated from Amite High School.)

Baptist Press

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Georgia Barnette Missions Offering

It is never too late to support this offering for missions in Louisiana.

Operation Christmas Child

Now is the time to help with “Shoeboxes” by contributing to pay for a Bible in the language of the child, lessons to introduce them to Jesus, traveling costs for the boxes as they travel to the children in undisclosed places around the world, etc. Ir only takes $10.00 per box, which is MUCH CHEAPER than sending in regular mail. You can designate your gift “OCC” at your church. How many boxes will you help with?

Sunday School

I’ve been encouraging you to read the Scriptures for today’s lesson. Today, I want to encourage you to attend Sunday School. The classes at FBC, Kentwood meet at 9:15 . If attending at another church, call a member to ask for the time there.

Two Rivers Annual Associational Meeting

• Tonight at 5 P.M.
• Kedron Baptist Church (west of Amite)

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Today’s Scripture

The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul;
The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.
— P Psalm 19:7 (NKJV)

I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.
— Psalm 119:11 (NLT)

The unfolding of your words gives light; it imparts understanding to the simple.
— Psalm 119:130 (ESV)

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for those in the path of the hurricane, Isaias, and all the non-weather “storms” of life.

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 10
• Psalm 140-145

Obituaries

Virgie Vining Morgan

October 16, 1939 — October 8, 2026

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at her home. She was born October 16, 1939 in New Orleans, LA and was 86 years of age. She is survived by her 3 sons, Philip Morgan, Greg Morgan (Rhonda), and Paul Morgan (Sandy); 4 grandchildren, Zach Morgan, Kaley Knapp, Kelsie Graham, and Kyle Morgan; 6 great-grandchildren, Gabriel Morgan, Chase Graham, Sophia Morgan, Caroline Graham, Jett Knapp, and Sage Morgan; and a sister-in-law, Carlene Vining. Preceded in death by her father, Edwin Vining, Sr.; mother, Estelle Vining; first husband, Earl Morgan; second husband, James Morgan; son, Mark Lane Morgan; siblings, Jimmy Vining (Mary), John Vining (Yvonne), Abbie Pasko (Ed), Gloria Hood (Arthur), Dorothy Valence, Juanita Campbell (Bill), Edwina Ballard (Shelton), David Vining and Edwin Vining, Jr. (Grace). Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Sunday, October 11, 2026 and from 10:00AM until Religious Services at 1:00PM on Monday, October 12, 2026. Interment Spring Cemetery, Amite, LA. Pallbearers will be Kyle Morgan, Zach Morgan, Caleb Graham, Mike Knapp, Brett Ballard, Mark Vining. Honorary Pallbearers will be Gabriel Morgan, Chase Graham, and Jett Knapp. The family would like to thank her special care giver, Jacquie Summerford, and her Community Care Hospice nurses, Ashley, Megan, and Dee, as well as Bro. Eric. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

(This is another family I know through my teaching years.)

Baptist Press

Disaster Relief moves into place as Isaias landfall approaches

Two Rivers Associational Meeting

• Sunday
• Kedron Baptist Church
• 5 P.M.

Sunday School

Don’t forger the Sunday School Lesson, “Struggle”, from Romans 7.

Anna Lee

Scriptures

Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.
— Psalm 119:105 (NIV)

The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul;
The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.
— Psalm 19:7 (NKJV)

I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.
— Psalm 119:11 (NLT)

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for those who have been fighting a health issue for a while.

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 9
• Psalm 133-139

Obituaries

There are no new obituaries for our area at this time.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com

Sunday School Lesson

• “Struggle”
• Romans 7:4-6, 14-25
• If you haven’t begun studying the lesson for this week, today is a good day to do so.

Coming Soon

The annual Two Rivers Associational Meeting will be Sunday evening at Kedron Baptist Church. That slipped up on me. Thanks to the one who informed me. The meeting will begin with a fellowship time at 5 P.M.

Annual Senior Adult Revival

This will be held next week. I’ll post details in a few days.

Have a great day doing what God calls you to do today.

Anna Lee

Scripture for Today

“Do not presume that I came to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I did not come to abolish, but to fulfill.”
— Matthew 5:17 (NASB)

I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to that person the plagues described in this book; if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away that person’s share in the tree of life and in the holy city, which are described in this book.
— Revelation 22:18–19 (NRSV-CE)

Prayer Focus

Pray for those in the path of the hurricane which appears to have a path east of us. Be prepared to support clean-up efforts after the storm has passed on through. It’s an opportunity to help through both actions and prayers.

Read the Bible in 2026

• Obtober 8
  • Psalm 119:120-132

Obituaries

Margaret “Ann” Ainsworth

September 23, 1956 — October 5, 2026

Loranger, LA

A resident of Loranger, LA, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026 at Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, LA. She was born September 23, 1956 in Ferriday, LA and was 70 years of age. She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Johnny Ainsworth; 2 daughters, Kelli Lloyd and Kayla Hayden and husband, Denton; 3 grandchildren, Cameron Hayden, Brynli Hayden, and Preslie Hayden; sister, Brenda Blue and husband, Irby; brother, Joe Boutwell and wife, Sue. Preceded in death by her parents, William Rufus and MayBell Britton; and several beloved siblings. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Audrey “Audie” Gill

April 6, 1933 — October 6, 2026

Amite, LA

At 93 years old, Audrey “Audie” Brumfield Gill passed away peacefully, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, love, and a family who will forever cherish her. She loved her family deeply. Family was at the heart of her life, and she took great pride in being there for the people she loved. She was a hardworking woman who spent much of her life caring for others and often putting their needs before her own. She was loved by many and will be remembered for the love she gave and the memories she created throughout her 93 years. Though her presence will be deeply missed, her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She leaves behind a family who will forever be grateful for the years they were blessed to have her. She is survived by her son, Bennie Allen Gill; grandchildren, Jennifer Laneri, Lacey Kararick, Kristi Clardy (Travis), Brady Gill (Victoria), Richie Marcum, and Alex Marcum; great-grandchildren, Olivia Kararick, Isabella Kararick, Gabriel Laneri, Cygnus Rutledge, Bryton Clardy, Brantley Clardy, Rowan Gill and August Gill. Preceded in death by her husband, Julius “Burlin” Gill; mother, Emmie Daisy Yates Brumfield; father, Ellie Joe Brumfield; brothers, Austin Brumfield, Edward Brumfield, and Shelby Brumfield, Sr. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until Religious Services at 11:00AM on Friday, October 9, 2026. Interment Sharon Cemetery, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Baptist Press

NOBTH Serve Day Sees More than 300 Participants

https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/from-the-seminaries-mbts-text-and-canon-institute-counseling-book-nobts-serve-day

Please take time to read this article and to be encouraged.

Sunday School Lesson

• Sunday, October 11
• “Struggle”
• Romans 7:4-6, 14-25

Opportunity Sunday

You are invited to Kedron Baptist Church, west of Amite, at 5:00 P.M. Sunday for a ‘show and tell” about missions and encouraging words about mission projects they have done recently. It will be a good opportunity for individuals and groups from other churches to be encouraged.

Thank you for reading and praying today. Have a wonderful day.

Anna Lee

Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.
— Proverbs 30:5 (ESV) The words of the Lord are pure words, like silver refined in an earthen furnace, purified seven times.
— Psalm 12:6 (CSB) Scripture calls those to whom God’s word came gods, and scripture can’t be abolished.
— John 10:35 (CEB)

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s focus our prayers on praying for churches in our area. I know some who are struggling in various ways: lack of leadership, attendance, finances, etc. Let’s pray for all of them.

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 7
• Psalm 119:89-176

Obituaries

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

Baptist Press

• Serve Day at NOBTS

Sunday School Lesson

• October 11
• “Struggle”
• Romans 7:4-6, 14-25

Opportunity

Sunday evening, Kedron Baptist Church, west of Amite, will focus on and share some opportunities they have been using to minister to others. The ladies of the church and the pastor, Harrell Sharkey, Jr., invite you to spend two hours with them Sunday evening from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. It’s a good time to find some traveling partners.

Missions

What can/will you do today to share Jesus with others?

Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions

Please mark your offering envelope Geroge Barnette or use the special Georgia Barnette Offering envelopes available at our area churches. Remember, 100% of the offering we give is used to build churches, train leaders, support children’s and youth camps, support bi-lingual churches, in Louisiana, etc. Be a part of these and other projects that encourage people here in Louisiana to study about and follow Jesus.

Thank-you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Scripture for Today – God’s Word

The grass withereth, the flower fadeth:

but the word of our God shall stand for ever.
— Isaiah 40:8 (KJV)

Heaven and earth will pass away,

but my words will never pass away.
— Matthew 24:35 (NIV)

And for this reason we too give thanks to God unceasingly,

that, in receiving the word of God from hearing us, you received not a human

word but, as it truly is, the word of God,

which is now at work in you who believe.
— 1 Thessalonians 2:13 (NABRE)

Read the Bible in 2026

• Tuesday, October 6
• Psalm 119:1-88

Prayer Focus & Obituary

Today, I request prayers for the Huckaby family, Job, K,K., and Silas as well as other family members. They live in Henderson, Tennessee and previously lived in Kentwood.

JOSIAH HUCKABY

Henderson, TN

Josiah Benjamin Huckaby, age 9, passed away October 3, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family who loved him dearly.

He was born March 8, 2017, in Memphis, TN, son of Job Paul and Keri Kathleen Womack Huckaby. He spent his young life in the Sweetlips Community of Chester County.

He loved the movie “Despicable Me” and would laugh heartily when watching it.

He was always smiling and was a ray of sunshine. He loved and was obsessed with his new baby brother Silas.

Josiah is survived by his father and mother, Job Paul and Keri Kathleen Wormack Huckaby of Henderson; his baby brother, Silas Huckaby; Maternal grandparents, Kerry Womack and wife Linda of Holden, LA and the late Debra Sicard; paternal grandparents, Albert “Bubba” Huckaby and Linda Huckaby and great grandmother, Ivy Jean Womack.

There will be a Private Family Service.

Celebrating The Life Of Josiah Huckaby.

Share Your Memory – Contribute your memory to the online guestbook at Shackelford Funeral Home in Henderson, Tennessee.

https://www.shackelfordfuneraldirectors.com/obituaries/josiah-huckaby

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 6
• Psalm 119:1 – 88

Local Obituaries

There are none listed this morning.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com

Ladies Bible Study at Pine Ridge

• Wednesday at Noon
• Studying about Ruth
• Taught by Kathy Wales
• Chapters 6 and 7

Missions – Georgia Barnette Offering

When you give to the Georgia Barnette Louisiana Missions …

Donations are still being accepted at FBC, Kentweood.

Get involved with one or more mission projects at your church

Anna Lee

Scriptures for Today

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work.” II Timothy 3:16-17

“Knowing this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture comes from someone’s own interpretation. For no prophecy was ever produced by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.” II Peter 1:20-21

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for more purpose, dedication, and benefits from our personal Bible reading time.

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 5
• Psalm 115-118

Baptist Press

CP SUNDAY: Helping one another

God intends for us to help each other as needed.

Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 11

• “Struggle”
• Romans 11

Missions

It’s never too late to support the Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana or any of the other mission projects such as Operation Christmas Child. Many mission projects are actively working all year long. You can count on 100% of your gift being used for the need of that mission.

Coming Soon

Drop-off churches will receive the cartons for shipping the shoeboxes at the end of the month. They will serve as drop off centers beginning on November 16th. You will be able to check the Samaritan’s Purse site on your computer to learn the locations of the nearest churches and the hours of operation of the site you choose.

Happy packing to all of you!

Spend some time reading your Bible and praying today.

Thank you for reading The Prayer Link today and praying.

Anna Lee

I think we are about to get some of that rain we want.

Today’s Scriptures

“So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, …” Philippians 2:1-11

“And he sat down and called the twelve. And he said to them, “If anyone would be first, he must be last of all and servant of all.” Mark 9:35

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for God to work in our hearts and lives during October.

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 4
• Psalm 108-114

Obituaries

There are no new obituaries listed at this time and will probably be Monday afternoon, at the earliest, before we have any more local ones.

Baptist Press and a Blog

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Today’s Sunday School Lesson

• October 4
• “Freedom”
• Romans 6:1-14

Missions Offering

• Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana
• Literature for this offering is available in Baptist churches and online.

Prayer Concerns

• Discouraged people
• Families struggling financially
• Grieving families
• Students still adjusting to a new year
• Those who are lonely
• Those facing medical tests this week
• Churches working on “Shoeboxes”
• Patients in hospitals and nursing homes
• Effects of 24 hours of rain ahead for us
• Add your own requests to this list.

May you receive a blessing this Lord’s Day.

Anna Lee

Today’s Scriptures

“Then I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?” Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” 

Isaiah 6:8 

“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.”
John 13:12-13

“Even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” 

Matthew 20:28

I hope you are inspired by these verses.

Prayer Focus

This is the Lord’s Day, so let’s pray for churches here and all around the world as pastors proclaim God’s Word. Let’s pray that people will gladly receive the messages they hear today.

Read the Bible in 2026

• October 3
• Psalms 106-107

Obituaries

There are no new obituaries listed this morning.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com

Choose the articles that interest you to read.

Today’s Sunday School Lesson

• “Freedom”
• Romans 6:1-14

Missions – Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana

Today is a good day to give a special gift to this mission. Be sure to designate your offering “Georgia Barnette”.

Have a blessed Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee