“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world,”
John 16:33
John 16:33 is a well-known Bible verse. Jesus is telling His disciples “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (NIV). It is a promise of peace amidst hardships, emphasizing that believers can find courage because Jesus has already conquered the world.
It’s the Lord’s Day! Love Him. honor Him, serve Him, and study His Word today!
Read the Bible in 2026
- February 8
- John 11-12
- It’s never too late to join in with us.
Prayer Focus: Today, let’s pray for us to recognize God in our churches, learn more about Him, study His Word, and serve Him in all we do. Pray we can do a better job this week than we did last week. Pray we can be an encourager to others too!
Obituary
Lisa Kathryn Parrish
October 11, 1959 – February 6, 2026
Lisa Parrish (66) went to rest among the angels after a long battle of pancreatic cancer. She fought like a warrior with unwavering courage and grace.
Lisa was born to James Madison and Sylvia Thornhill (Wales) in White Castle, Louisiana.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Michael Parrish; three children, Susan Rice (Daniel) of Crossett, AR, Jessica Shoemaker of Amite, LA, and Brandon Parrish (Kayla) of Amite, LA.
She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Dakota Rice (Katie), Elisa Pippen (Kolby), Alexis Burchell, Gracie Rice (Charlie), Destiney Burchell, Brayden Parrish, Braylee Parrish, and Emaleigh Pennington.
She is survived by nine great-grandchildren, Kacey Stanley, Levi Rice, Amiri Burchell, Winona Pippen, Colton Rice, Jolene Pippen, Laney Jo Rice, Mei’lanii Burchell, and Grant Pippen.
She is also survived by two sisters, Sandra O’Quinn and Vicki Lane, along with a host of nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Lisa is preceded in death by one sister, Terri Redmond Pittman, and her stepfather, Clifton Redmond.
Lisa’s greatest joy was her family and her fur babies. She loved to travel, eat out, and craft.
She touched the lives of everyone who had the honor of knowing her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and compassion that will live on in all of us.
Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until Religious Services at 11:00AM on Monday, February 9, 2026. Services conducted by Rev. David Cutrer. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA.
I will look for you in the wings of the butterflies in spring.
I will feel your touch in the warm summer breeze.
I will see you in the clouds of the bright blue sky.
I will hear your whispers in the waters flowing by.
My Beautiful Butterfly!
Today’s Sunday School Lesson
“Confronting Doubts”
Matthew 11
Worship Services at FBC, Kentwood
10:30 A.M. and 6 P.M.
Both services are available for online viewing, but we would love to have you join us in person.
Sunday School begins at 9:15. We have a class for everyone with choices for young – older adults.
Today is a wonderful day to be in a local church loving God and loving others!
Anna Lee
The Prayer Link 
You must be logged in to post a comment.