“If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.”

~Romans 10:9-10 NLT~

Please pray for Tommy Strickland and family as the search continues for Tessie in Colorado. Also, pray for safety for those who are searching for her.

Almost two weeks later, woman swept away in stream remains missing

https://pinerivertimes.com/articles/106705

Please pray for my lifelong friend, Fay Chadwick Todd, from Roseland. She is having surgery today in Baton Rouge. Fay and her family will appreciate your prayers.

David has seen doctors Monday and Tuesday. He is “hanging in there”. Yesterday, his blood level was 7.6. He got the Procrit injection.

Madison was back here last night. Jennie and Madison are “On the Road Again” traveling to Texas. Pray they have a good traveling day.

Scripture Writing Plan – “Patience and Perseverance” – Ecclesiastes 3: 11-14.

Ladies, don’t forget to mark you calendars for Monday so you will be in Spring Creek for the Two River’s Quarterly WMU meeting. Janie Wise will be there!

Thanks for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

“Please remember what you told your servant Moses: ‘If you are unfaithful to me, I will scatter you among the nations.

But if you return to me and obey my commands and live by them . . . I will bring you back to the place I have chosen for my name to be honored.’”

~Nehemiah 1:8-9 NLT~

Beth Graham Lee gave a gift with numerous items for boys and girls to Operation Christmas Child at FBC, Kentwood in honor of David. I thought that was great for OCC and certainly an honor because David firmly believes in OCC because in addition to the gifts they receive, boys and girls around the world in the poorest countries have an opportunity to learn about Jesus. I think I will have to package some gifts in honor of some people. You may want to do the same. I will place the package from Beth on display so you can see it and get some ideas. School supplies, small games, small puzzles, jump ropes, brushes, plastic dishes, spoons, toothbrushes, flashlights, and other small items would be perfect items to pack.

Scripture Writing Plan – Psalm 25:1-5

Janie Wise, the Louisiana WMU director, will be speaking at the WMU meeting at Spring Creek next Monday morning at 10. Make a special effort to meet this sweet lady who loves Jesus and loves missions. She’ll bless your heart.

Let’s get busy and see how many people we can honor by giving gifts to OCC this year.

Anna Lee

Saturday

Scripture Writing – “Patience and Perseverance” – Lamentations 3: 22-26

Jimmy R. Williams is scheduled to be released from the hospital. Pray he will continue to improve at home.

David and some of his many friends will be celebrating their memories today. Join me in thanking God for David today.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.

He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners,

~Isaiah 61:1~

Great news to share this morning. Carol Bennett Sealey has been moved to rehab and dialysis. Please continue to pray for Carol and her family.

Jimmy R. Williams is at Lakeview hospital with a possible heart attack. Testing is being done. Please pray for Jimmy and Linda.

Mr. John Phillips is still in rehab. Pray for him as he continues to improve following two broken arms.

There is no news about Tessie Strickland this morning. Keep praying!

Heather Miller is home from her Ukraine trip. Pray for her as she continues to serve where God sends her.

Matt and Shea Williams are beginning a long journey to Mississippi where they will be staying for a while. Pray for them as they travel and get to spend some time with family.

Scripture Writing Plan – “Patience and Perseverance” – Psalm 62: 5-8

Coming soon – Two Rivers Associational Meeting – July 15th at Spring Creek

Have a great day!

Anna Lee

Friday

But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living.

But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.”

~Joshua 24:15~

I have three good reports to share this morning.

Brady Haynes had another surgery. He now has no more kidney stones or stents. Keep him in your prayers as he recovers,
Jane Blades was checked out by a cardiologist this week and passed. He gave the “all clear” report. Thank God for this good report.
Carol B. Sealey continues to slowly improve. Let’s be patient in expecting a fast recovery and faithful in remembering to pray for Carol, her family, and the medial staff.

Scripture Writing Plan – “Who I am in Christ” – Romans 8: 11-14

Shoeboxes Open Doors and Hearts for the Gospel in Liberia

https://www.samaritanspurse.org/article/shoeboxes-open-doors-and-hearts-for-the-gospel-in-liberia/

What have you purchased this week for Operation Christmas Child?

Small dolls?
$1.00 calculators?
Bars of soap?
Washcloths?
Bags of marbles?
Small cars?
Hair brushes?
48-piece puzzles
School supplies?
Small hammers and nails?
Fishing equipment?
Clotheslines and clothespins?
Stick deodorant?
School supplies?
Metal spoons?
Plastic drinking cups?
Pot holders?
Sewing supplies?
Supplies for bracelet kits?
Small balls?
Plastic animals?
Shirts?
Headbands?
Bandanas?
Yarn?
Etc.

You can leave your items in the office of FBC, Kentwood or in the classroom next to the choir room. Thank-you very much. We are off to a slow start, but want to finish well.

People who want to craft items need to talk to me for ideas or check out the OCC website.

If you have a plastic container, even medicine bottles with labels removed, please bring them. They are helpful in packaging items for the shoeboxes. Also small tins you purchase or recycle are good. Don’t forget plastic eggs also work well too.

Some of you may prefer to have someone else shop for you. If so, give them the money and any specifics on what you want them to purchase. Items can be turned in at the church as they are purchased.

Another option is to turn in money to the church for OCC expenses. Mark your check and/or envelope “OCC” or “Shoeboxes”.

Remember, literature is added to each box to introduce the children to Jesus in the language of the children. Each box impacts an average of seven people for Jesus! That’s a great ministry you can do.

Anna Lee

Thursday

I keep my eyes always on the LORD.

With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

~Psalm 16:8~

Sandra Hughes is now home following her his surgery. Thank God for her progress so far. Pray for continued improvement.

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

Baptist Message – http://baptistmessage.com/

Bible Reading Plan – “Who I am in Christ” – Romans 8:11-14

Operation Christmas Child

My granddaughter, Madison, and I worked in the Operation Christmas Child (OCC) room yesterday. A lot of progress was made. As I worked, I noticed we need more items. I want to share this link with ideas of items to pack for each age group. I suggest picking items and buying multiple items of those things. All donations can be left in the church office or the classroom next to the choir room. This link will be helpful in getting you started. I bought some zip lock bags and some sale items yesterday. The day before I bought some items from Dollar Tree. School supplies are being put out now. I read this morning that Dirt Cheap has lots of school supplies in. Let’s use the link to see what OCC suggests and the sales to get lots of school supplies.

https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/what-goes-in-my-shoebox-suggestions/

Let’s get the items turned in so we can have a great packing party again this year. Let me know if you have a couple of hours to help preparing items or want to make some items at church or at home.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

….but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.

They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

~Isaiah 40: 31~

Carol B. Sealey is continuing to improve. Yesterday, she posted a photo of pictures colored by her granddaughter. Keep fighting Carol. Everyone else, keep praying.

Brady Haynes has had another surgery. He’s better, but not well yet. Keep praying.

David’s former co-worker lost his mother, Mrs. Amy Taylor. Please be in prayer for the family.

The next Two Rivers’ Associational WMU meeting will be July 15th at Spring Creek Baptist Church. Mark it on your calendar. Make sure it is on your church calendar.

I have been unable to work on Operation Christmas Child as I normally do. If you can, please step up and help with purchases and crafts for the shoeboxes so we will be ready to pack when the time comes. I will be glad to speak to those who need ideas of what needs to be done.

Scripture Writing Plan = “Who I am in Christ” – Romans 5: 1-5. 11

Pray for the many spiritual, physical, emotional, and financial needs around you.

Anna Lee

Sunday

Be on your guard;

stand firm in the faith;

be courageous;

be strong.

~1 Corinthians 16:13~

Sandra Hughes‘ hip surgery went well. Please keep her in your prayers as she goes through rehab.

Gaylon Cutrer had a good week after a rough time the week before. Pray for him as he has his regular Monday and Tuesday appointments this week. Pray for “Miss” Ruth as she is his primary caregiver.

Scripture Writing Plan – “Who I an in Christ” – Philippians 3: 20-21

Line Creek in having Youth Sunday today.

Spring Creek is having lunch to benefit the youth today. Lunch is $10.00.

Don’t forger the 8:00 A.M. breakfast at Pine Ridge this morning. Enjoy the buffet and help meet a need of someone in the community.

Anna Lee

Saturday

Have I not commanded you?

Be strong and courageous.

Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”

~Joshua 1:9~

Jane Blades is back in the community. Additional testing did not show a heart problem. She has a new medication and an appointment with her cardiologist.

Mr. Frank Erwin had another procedure yesterday that will hopefully help him. He and “Miss” Barbara will appreciate your prayers.

Bryan Tate has completed another phase of treatment at MD Anderson. Pray for him and Rita as they get to spend more time at home and less time in the hospital.

The Hatchels who flew into the country Tuesday have now driven to Kentwood. Granddaddy and I were so thrilled to see them. Four years since seeing three of them is too long! We will be having a good time together.

Pine Ridge United Methodist Church will have their monthly breakfast Sunday morning at 8:00 A.M. You are invited to join them for a delicious buffet and donate to a worthy cause they have chosen to support this month.

Scripture Writing Plan – “Who I am in Christ” – Matthew 5:13=16.

Please continue to pray for the youth of FBC, Kentwood as they continue to be at camp at Ridgecrest in North Carolina.

Several churches has very successful Vacation Bible Schools this week. If you have children who are interested in one to the coming week, I’m sure there will be one or more to choose from.

I’m so thankful for all of you who pray for these and other needs. You make a difference!

Anna Lee

Thursday

You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’

But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked.

~Revelation 3:17~

Wesley Blades stopped by yesterday to say his wife, Jane Blades, has been hospitalized because of the results of wearing a heart monitor. She is in Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center. An angiogram will be done this morning. Pray for Jane, her family, and the medical staff caring for her.

The Hatchels got phone service and a vehicle for Boyd yesterday. Most importantly, they got to spend time with Boyd’s family.

Please pray for Aaron Hatchel who is having back issues. Tests have been done. They will get results today. Be in prayer, please.

Please continue to pray for Brady Haynes as he deals with pain and nausea related to kidney stones and surgery.

Scripture Writing Plan – “Who I am in Christ” – John 1 : 12-13

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

I haven’t been able to work on Operation Christmas Child as I usually do. I will need some of you to step up and help this year. Make some purchases. I think the best plan is to pict a couple of items and purchase multiples of that item. Need suggestions? Soap, washcloths, combs and brushes, toys, clothes pins, Play Dough, Lego blocks (large packs that can be divided), fishing needs, individual spoons, flash lights, batteries, flat glass marbles, colorful duct tape, sewing supplies, stick deodorant, small dolls, balls, etc. Get your family, class, co=workers, and school involved. Items can be dropped off at the office of FBC, Kentwood. Thanks! Remember, each shoebox we pact will impact an average of seven people with the knowledge of Jesus! What a great way for be a missionary!

We are not all alike, but each of us have unique ways to share Jesus. Share Jesus in your own style today.

Anna Lee