There are many around us who have various needs. Often, these needs cost nothing but time and concern. Some people need contact with others and kind words to go with that. May we be the one to meet one or more of these needs today and in the coming days.
Sickness
There is much sickness: covid, closed blood vessels, shoulder issues, heart problems, cancer, vision problems, weakness and falls, and so many more. Pray specifically for the needs you are aware of and in general when you are unaware of specific needs.
Bible Study
Bible study is very important. In my life, I have found that the more I do the more I want to do. That’s a good thing. If you are not involved in Bible study (sermons, Sunday School, group Bible study, individual Bible study, etc), I recommend you do so.
Bro. Darryl’s sermons are right out of the Bible. Sunday mornings, is is preaching from Romans. Sunday nights, he is speaking from II Samuel. Esther is the book we are currently studying on Wednesday nights.
All the messages are from the Bible. He is good at getting his point across with examples, many of them personal. They help in understanding the Scriptures.
Bibles study, both personal and as a group, helps us learn so much. Get involved in Bible study and grow in the Lord.
Thank-you
Thank-you for reading, praying, caring, studying, and getting involved. All you do can helps you to grow as a Christian.
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.
Proverbs 17:17
Thank-you for taking the time to read and pray this morning.
Obituaries
Virginia LaFaye Lee Watts
September 4, 1944 – September 28, 2023
A resident of Loranger, LA, a true farmer’s daughter, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at her home. She was born September 4, 1944 and was 79 years of age. She loved Jesus, “Baby Girl”, family, laughing, nature, long talks with friends, LSU Tigers, dark chocolate, cherry cokes, and the New Orleans Saints. She is survived by her 3 children ,son, Christopher James Gordon and wife, Kim, daughter, Susan Cherie Ivy, and son, Jeremy Winfred Watts and wife, Leslie; grandchildren, Chloe Elizabeth Gordon and Nathan Bradley Harris; 1 brother, Sheldon Lee; her beloved chihuahua, “Baby Girl”. Preceded in death by her parents, Frederick and Nancy Lee; sister, Goldie Walker; brother-in-law, Winfred D. Walker, Jr.; brother, Milford Lee; sister-in-law, Yonette Lee; son-in-law, Marcus Brandon Ivy; close friends, Menola Williams of Bogalusa and Rev. Gerald R. and Inez Brinkley of West Monroe; her newest friend, Peggy Yelvington of Lake Charles, LA. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Tuesday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Services conducted by Bro. DeWitt Coleman, Jr.. Interment New Sharon Cemetery, Husser, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Ronald Sidney Hammons
December 12, 1947 – September 29, 2023
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born December 12, 1947 in McComb, MS and was 75 years of age. He was a U. S. Air Force Veteran of Vietnam and retired from Pipefitter’s Local #198. He is survived by 2 daughters, Ronnda Hammons Morris (Mike Morris) and Robin Hammons-Smith (Horace Smith); 4 grandsons, Dakota Hammons, Dennis Morton, II, Javeon Smith, and Anthony Smith; significant other, Bonnie Hunter; sister, Judy Hammons Aleman (Donald Peter Aleman); brother, Virgil “Butch” Hammons, Jr. (Ingrid Astacio); nephews, Donald Aleman, Garic Aleman, Jason Aleman, Todd Eric Hammons, and Terry Scott Hammons; special nephews, John Muse and Brock Muse. Preceded in death by parents, Virgil Hammons, Sr. and Estelle Lorraine Hammons. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Today’s Prayer Focus
Today, let’s focus our prayers on the families who have lost loved ones recently. We all have been there and know the difficulties of continuing daily living without a special loved one or friend.
Read the Bible
10-3-23
II Samuel 9
“A person who needs my compassion is ….”
Bro. Darryl has been preaching from II Samuel lately.
Enjoy another morning with cooler weather. Many people like to sit outside to enjoy the change of temperatures. Thank God for being able to do so.
Please be in prayer for the Craig Forrest and the family.
Pray for Dwayne Creel as he and Jana are in Jackson today to see a doctor about a procedure.
Please continue to pray for Diane Turner as she recovers from surgery. Roy said she is progressing well.
Obituary
Kelley Wayne Russell
April 24, 1954 – September 29, 2023
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born April 24, 1954 in Clinton, LA and was 69 years of age. He was a graduate of Amite High School class of 1973. Kelley Wayne retired from Entergy after 38 years of dedicated service to his community and even when he was “off duty” he would listen to scanner and have a tendency to put himself “on duty”. He was a volunteer firefighter with the Amite Fire Department for many years where he really enjoyed the Monday night meetings where someone always brought a deck of cards. The card games always caused him to come home later than planned. He coached Little League Baseball starting in 1983 with his oldest son all the way until 2012 with his grandsons. But most of all, he loved spending time with his grandkids. He was known in the community as man of many names including “KW”, “Coach Kelley”, “Coach KW”, “The Light Man”, and “Poppy”. He is survived by wife of 46 years, Terri Chandler Russell; 3 children, Brandon Kent Russell and wife, Kim, Kristin Russell Gafford and husband, Bradley, and Layne Russell; grandchildren, Dakota Russell, Kailey Gafford Bales and husband, Noah, Kyler Gafford, Kayne Russell, Koltyn Gafford, and Karson Russell; sister, Shirley Jo Russell Core and husband, Chic; 2 brothers, Kenneth Carroll “Skipper” Russell, Jr. and wife, Marie, and Robert Reginald “Reggie” Russell and wife, Charlene. Preceded in death by father, Kenneth Carroll Russell, Sr.; mother, Elaine Russell Henry. Visitation at House on the Rock Church, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Monday and from 10:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Services conducted by Pastor and close friend Chip Fitz. Interment Mulberry Street Cemetery, Amite, LA. Pallbearers will be Brandon Russell, Dakota Russell, Brad Gafford, Kyler Gafford, Layne Russell, Kayne Russell, Noah Bales, Kole Graham, and Steve Ellzey. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Prayer Focus
Today, let’s thank God for all our blessings. There are many. Some of mine are:
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born December 12, 1947 in McComb, MS and was 75 years of age. He was a U. S. Air Force Veteran of Vietnam and retired from Pipefitter’s Local #198. He is survived by 2 daughters, Ronnda Hammons Morris (Mike Morris) and Robin Hammons-Smith (Horace Smith); 4 grandsons, Dakota Hammons, Dennis Morton, II, Javeon Smith, and Anthony Smith; significant other, Bonnie Hunter; sister, Judy Hammons Aleman (Donald Peter Aleman); brother, Virgil “Butch” Hammons, Jr. (Ingrid Astacio); nephews, Donald Aleman, Garic Aleman, Jason Aleman, Todd Eric Hammons, and Terry Scott Hammons; special nephews, John Muse and Brock Muse. Preceded in death by parents, Virgil Hammons, Sr. and Estelle Lorraine Hammons. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Today is the Lord’s Day, so get up and get busy. It’s not hard to be at church on time when you start on time. You’ll be so glad you went and got there on time.
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because he first loved us.
Good morning. I hope to be able to publish today’s TPL.
Ronnie Hammons passed away yesterday afternoon. I’ll post an obituary when one becomes available.
Read the Bible Today
9-30-23
Nehemiah 12: 27-47
God’s people today can celebrate ….”
Prayer Focus
Today, let’s pray for all the grass, trees, and shrubbery that has turned brown due to lack of rain. With rain not predicted for over a week, we are still not out of the drought concerns. Pray for ponds for all the farms too. They are the driest I have ever seen them.
This was celebrated last Wednesday. It is good to see how much it has grown over the years. For those who do not know, it is a student led gathering at school and is held around the flagpole.
OCC Packing Parties
FBC, Kentwood will have packing parties beginning two weeks from today. Please plan to come out at 9 A.M. ready to celebrate the birth of Jesus and the spiritual birth of many children around the world as they learn about and take Jesus into their hearts.
Georgia Barnette Offering
It never too late to contribute to this offering. The purpose is to be able to help people of Louisiana with needs, such as the aftermath of a hurricane, state park worship services, taking VBS to communities who would otherwise miss out on VBS, special projects such as Hope Center, etc.
Have a wonderful day. Be sure you are prepared for your Sunday School lesson in the morning.
A resident of Cheneyville, LA, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at Colfax Reunion Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Colfax, LA. She was born December 28, 1975 in Pascagoula, MS and was 47 years of age. She is survived by her mother, Carolyn Havard; 3 brothers, Heath Havard and his wife, Abby, Dustin Bridges and Zane Bridges; uncle and aunt, Joe and Barbara Estes. Preceded in death by her father, Lesley Bridges; and adoptive parents, Nerlie “Gene’ Smith and Boncie Prine Smith; and grandparents, Carl Gaines, Sr. and Georgie Gaines Zachary. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 11:00AM until religious services at 12:00 Noon on Friday, September 29, 2023. Services conducted by Rev. Vince Estes. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Amy Nicole Bailey Sanford
November 05, 1981 – September 21, 2023
Letter From Heaven “I am writing this from heaven, Where I dwell with God above. Where there’s no more tears or sadness, There is just eternal love. The day I had to leave you, When my life on earth was through. God picked me up and hugged me, And said “I welcome you”. Please don’t be unhappy, Just because I’m out of sight. Remember that I’m with you, Every morning, noon and night. When you are walking down the street, And have me on your mind. I’m walking in your footsteps, Only half a step behind. And when you feel the gentle breeze, Or the wind upon your face. That’s me giving you a great big hug, Or just a soft embrace.”
A resident of Zachary, LA, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA. She was born November 5, 1981 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 41 years of age. Survived by her only child Sarah Ann Sanford; Father, Rodney Steven Bailey Sr; Brothers, Randy Todd Bailey and Rodney Steven Bailey Jr; Grandchild, Stella Ann Chemin; Nieces, Taylor Danielle Bailey, Lexie Renee Bailey, Loreal Renee Richardson, Hayden Paige Bailey, and Ashton Grace Bailey; Nephews, Steven Dale Gremillion and Jason Michael Bailey. She is preceded in death by her Mother Lois Ann Bailey. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 12:00 Noon until religious services at 2:00PM on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Services conducted by Bro. Wayne Moak. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Hilda “Diane” Jenkins King
April 06, 1949 – September 26, 2023
A resident of St. Helena Parish, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at McComb Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in McComb, MS. She was born April 6, 1949 in Independence, LA and was 74 years of age. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Tanya Stevenson; grandchildren, Kayla, Dustin, and Chance Stevenson; great-grandchildren, Rylee Ray and Riece Ray; brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Teresa Jenkins; nephews and niece and spouses, Ruston and Shea Jenkins, Kipp and Stacy Jenkins, and Johanna and Pat White; special friendships include Leonard and Robin Stevenson and Delores Gill. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert King; parents, Acy and Hilda Jenkins; daughter, Lenora Stevenson; sister-in-law, Connie Jenkins. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 11:30AM until 1:30PM followed by a graveside service at 2:00PM on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Kedron Cemetery, Amite, LA. Services conducted by Bro. David Millican. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to Kedron Cemetery Association. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Prayer Focus for Today
Let’s think about the coming elections. I don’t offer any suggestions, but I do hope you pray about the candidates and try to choose the best one.
Surgies
Diane Turner had a back surgery yesterday. She was doing well following surgery.
Beryl Billiot learned he has a brain tumor and will be having surgery today.
For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?”
Today, let’s focus on schools. May they be safe, equipped with wonderful teachers dedicated to helping students to reach students with knowledge, full of students eager to learn, and supported by parents and the community.
Bible Study of Woven by Angie Smith
This group of ladies will meet at PRMC at 1:00. The teacher, Kathy Wales, is doing a great job!
Busy Lifestyles
Pray for our community as times have changed and families and individuals are “on the road” almost as much as or more than they are home. May the adults in the families have a strong desire to impart good values to the children.
Coming Soon to FBC
American Heritage Girls
Fall Festival
Packing of Shoeboxes
Serving as drop-off site for Shoeboxes from other churches
Two-Rivers Yearly Associational Meeting
Children’s and adult Christmas programs. Practicing has begun.
Thank-you for reading and praying today.
Anna Lee
From the IMB
Urgent: Pray for Morocco earthquake victims
We grieve the thousands of people who entered eternity after a devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake, Sept. 8, in Morocco. As we face this lostness and devastation, we won’t be silent.
Let’s cry out to God together for the people of Morocco.
As the death toll rises above 3,000, this is a time many will worry about their spiritual state. Join us in praying for the spiritual lostness and great needs that surround this area and peoples.
Moroccans follow Islam and are taught that a Muslim must be buried within 24 hours of death or Allah may not accept them. Many dead remained under the rubble for longer than 24 hours.
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.
Today, let’s focus on the rain some people received and the 80% chance of rain for today. I do not remember a time when we have gone so long without rain or the need we have for water for the crops, flowers, shrubs, grass, etc. Let’s remember to thank God for the rain when He sends it. What a reminder of how much He does for us that we have absolutely no power over!
Read the Bible Today
Emotions that Heal
Week 37: Joy: Goose Pimples of the Heart
9-25-23
I Chronicles 16: 1-36
“I usually express my joy by ….”
Surgeries
I have several friends who are waiting for surgery to be scheduled. You may know some of these people too. If so, pray for them. You may know some other people, pray for them. Our support and encouragement may help them during the days they as they await surgery.
Following God
How does He lead us to minister to others? There are many needs in our community. Follow His leadership to help meet needs.
Revival
Last night, Pine Ridge Methodist Church started revival. It will continue today and tomorrow. Bro. Michael Townsend will be preaching and Mr. Chris Wales leading music. A covered dish supper will be held at 5:00 P.M. followed by the service at 6:00 P.M. You are invited to attend.
Prayers Please
I hope you are following through with your promised prayers for friends and family members. Our prayers are never unheard. God responds to them all in His way.
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