Let’s pray for our students to have plentiful opportunities to do activities this summer to build them up and encourage them. May they have opportunities to spend time with various family members as well as friends.
An Additional Verse to Ponder
“Nobody has ever seen God.
But, if we love each other,
it shows that God lives in us.
As a result, we can love people completely,
in the same way that God loves us.”
I John 4:12 EEB
What are the three words of encouragement to remember from this verse?
Let God use you today as reach out to others in any way you choose!
No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from my Father I have made known to you.
Monday is a good day to reach out to others who have problems of various sorts.
Give some of your time today to reach out to encourage others and to help them with specific needs depending on today’s situation.
Vacation Bible Schools will be conducted in some local churches this week.
Pray for workers and children this week.
Church camps will fill this summer. Some have already been held, but many others await our children and youth.
Pray for children and youth as they attend and learn more about God. May each person involved draw closer to God at camp. Camp can be life changing for adults too as they attend to encourage their youth.
Additional Scripture
“No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful,who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.”
1 Corinthians 10:13
Don’t just wait for a wonderful day! Let your thoughts, words, and actions create a wonderful day for yourself and others.
Today, let’s pray for peace in the Middle East countries. Let’s pray that all the nations involved there are seeking a long-lasting peace for that part of the world.
Read the Bible in 2026
June 14
Joshua 16-18
No New Obituaries Listed This Morning
Shoebox Update
I received word this morning that another one of the shoeboxes packed by FBC, Kentwood was received yesterday in Peru. I am thankful for being able to know some of our boxes are still being given to children! I pray God will use this shoebox to impact another child.
The lady who will be teaching the lessons about Jesus through The Greatest Journey will not have this young man in her class because the school chose another age level and not all the students to have access to the classes. He will have a Bible and the lesson book though. Pray for him to be interested and able to do the work without the teacher and that a child who is in the class who will study The Greatest Journey will be able to help this child learn about Jesus.
What a blessing to know where out shoeboxes were sent! and received by young students! What a blessing to be able to work to ship more shoeboxes in 2026!
Let’s begin today to pray for church services in all of our area churches. Let’s also prepare by studying the lesson material for tomorrow’s lesson. (I posted the references Monday in case you need to know.)
Read the Bible in 2026
June 13
Joshua 12-15.
Obituary
Dr. James Elmer “Pete” Hendry
Birth date:Jan 4, 1940 – Death date:Jun 2, 2026
Dr. James Elmer Hendry, lovingly known as “Pete,” entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 2, 2026, at the age of 86.
Pete was born on January 4, 1940, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Elmer and Velma Hendry. He was raised in Roseland, Louisiana, where he developed a strong work ethic, humility, and love for people that would characterize his entire life. He had a way of making everyone feel welcome and important, whether they were a lifelong friend or someone he had just met.
On July 22, 1962, Pete married Martha Luther, the love of his life and his faithful partner in every season. During their 63 year marriage, they built a home where family was treasured, hospitality was freely given, and Christ was at the center.
Pete earned his Master’s degree in Reproductive Physiology from Louisiana State University before pursuing his lifelong calling. He graduated with his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Texas A&M University in 1966. He began his career in Perryville, Missouri, where he practiced for two years before returning to Louisiana. In 1968, he opened his own practice, General Animal Hospital, in Covington. After selling his practice, he continued his life’s work as part of the team at Ponchatoula Animal Hospital from 2004 until 2026.
Over the decades, thousands of families entrusted their animals to Dr. Hendry’s care. What they often discovered was that Pete cared just as much for the people holding the leash as he did for the pet on the exam table. Whether you knew him as Peter Rabbit, Doc, Dr. Pete, Pete, Dr. Hendry, Dad, or Daddy Pete, you likely experienced his warm smile, encouraging words, and unhurried concern for others.
Pete’s greatest passion, however, was his faith in Jesus Christ. He exemplified the command of Christ found in Matthew 22:37-39: to love God with all his heart, soul, and mind, and to love his neighbor as himself. He was a founding member of Tammany Christian Fellowship in 1973 that eventually became Trinity Evangelical Free Church in Covington. He faithfully served the church as an elder and in numerous ministries, including men’s Bible studies and breakfasts. In 1978, he was also a founding board member of Northlake Christian School, helping establish a legacy of Christian education that continues today.
Pete also possessed a quiet determination that often surprised people. In 1988, he completed a marathon, proving that beneath his gentle demeanor was a man of remarkable perseverance.
Pete is survived by his beloved wife, Martha Hendry; his son, Jim Hendry and wife Debbie of Mandeville; and his daughter, Susie Hendry Brown and husband Jeff of Mandeville. He was a proud grandfather to Evan Hendry; Sarah Kate Hendry; Dr. Jeffrey Brown (Dr. Eryn Brown and their daughter, Mary); James Brown (Kiersten Brown and their daughter, Esther); Elizabeth Singletary (Jonathan Singletary and their children, Auden and Ellis); and Rebekah Bellanger (Cayden Bellanger).
Though he will be deeply missed, his family rejoices in the assurance that he has heard the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Trinity Evangelical Free Church, 19380 N. 10th Street, Covington, Louisiana 70433, with a reception immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial gifts be made to the ministry of Trinity Evangelical Free Church.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. Please sign the guestbook at https://www.ejfieldingfh.com.
If you have a child at FBC, Kentwood interested in going to camp this summer, tomorrow is the last day to enroll them and pay your fees. Ask someone to guide you to the Children’s Director at First Baptist Church for information.
Get ready for the Lord’s Day by praying, studying, etc.
Closing Scripture
“God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.”
Today, let’s again focus our prayers on peace and love all around the world. Wouldn’t it be nice to have all of us as individuals, families, and countries getting along. I feel that is the plan God has for us.
“If we are faithless, He remains faithful; He cannot deny Himself.” – It is so encouraging to realize that God is who He is, regardless of who I am. God is faithful, and He is even when I am not!
Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.
I Thessalonians 5:12 ESV
Prayer Focus
Today, let us pray for worldwide peace and harmony.
Read the Bible in 2026
June 11
Joshua 5-8
Obituary
Patsy M. Souder
November 12, 1954 – June 10, 2026
A resident of McComb, MS, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Southwest Regional Medical Center in McComb, MS. She was born November 12, 1954 in New Orleans, LA and was 71 years of age. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Spring Stewart (Robert Gray) and Serena DuBois; 5 grandchildren, Nickolas Stewart (Alayna Worley), Bradley Stewart (Carly), Brook Stewart, Anthony Hodges, and Aubree Davis; sister, Billie Sue Shaughnessy (Mike). Preceded in death by her parents, Billy Souder, Jr. and Bertha Juneau; sister, Elizabeth Ann Souder. Visitation from 9:00AM until Memorial Services at 11:00AM at Center Methodist Church on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Interment Center Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
This includes the results of the business meeting yesterday, before dismissing for another year.
A great benefit of attending the SBC is seeing those in the ministry who are also there. I love to hear the stories and see the pictures of our daughter’s friends she get meet and to see again.
Youth and Children’s Camps
We have some area youth and some area children at camp this week. Let’s pray for them and pray for those who will be attending camp later.
“No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man;
but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.”
I Corinthians 10:13
The Lord is with you all day, every day. May you both honor and please Him today!
After reading what interests you here, go down to the previous screen, a black one, and read some earlier articles.
Sunday School Lesson
If you did not choose to begin studying the next lesson yet, today will be a good day to do so. You can look down to Monday’s post to find the theme and Scripture source.
A Scripture on God’s Faithfulness
“Your faithfulness endures to all generations.”
Psalm 119:90
Thank you for reading TPL today. I pray your day is blessed in every way. Don’t forget the prayer meeting services this afternoon, in person or online, at FBC or another church of your choice.
The Sunday School Lesson yesterday was on Joshua. Next Sunday, we will study Joshua 2:4-21 which is entitled “Amazing Grace”.
More Scripture to Read
“Therefore know that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments.”
Deuteronomy 7:9
Missions
God saves us to be in action for Him. It might be a long-time favorite mission or a new-to-you mission project. He wants us to be on mission to tell others about Jesus so they can be saved.
Camp for Children and Youth
Summer camps have already begun for some area churches. Pray for youth and children as they attend camp this summer. Pray for adults who serve as chaperones, drivers, etc.
Reminder
There is a place for everone, babies on up, at Prayer Meeting on Wednesday nights at FBC, Kentwood at 6:00 P.M.
The Prayer Link 
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