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Thursday

“I have learned in whatever state I am,

to be content.”

~Philippians 4:11~

 

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Ann Huff’s cataract surgery went well yesterday.  Pray for her as she follows medical instruction for the next few days.

Alan Ray Blackwell

Please pray for Alan Ray Blackwell.  He’s home.  Pray for his caregiver too.

Spencer Clair Webb is at St. Jude’s.  She learned yesterday her eye is cancer free.  That means she can receive her artificial eye this week.

Susan Rimes will be seeing her new doctor this afternoon.  Pray she can get some information/treatment that will relieve some of her kidney stone pain.

Pray for Ruby Schwartz’s sister, Linda.  She will be having surgery today.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “That Name”

http://odb.org/

Moral Stories – “Don’t Hope – Decide”

http://academictips.org/blogs/dont-hopedecide/

Hymn of the Day – “Jesus is the Sweetest Name I Know”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/i/jisnikno.htm

Thankfulness – Day 21 – “Ability to Read”

Today, I thank God and my teachers for the ability to read.  With that, I can select the articles I want to add to The Prayer Link each day.  I can check on the news and the weather with a couple clicks on my computer.  I can read emails from my family and friends.  I can prepare for my Sunday School and Bible study lessons, as well as read my Bible any time I choose.  I’m not the best Bible student in Kentwood, but I can learn more any time I choose to put forth the effort.  I thank God for the ability to read.

Baptist Press

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It’s not too late to turn in your Shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child.  Be a blessing to some children around the world through the love you send in a shoebox!  Sunday is the deadline at FBC, Kentwood.

I’m excited we will host out monthly Third Thursday meeting tonight.  This is the highlight of our month.  We love having friends gather here and seeing which ones can come each time.  We enjoy seeing people eat and enjoy visiting each other.  We’ve been especially blessed to have friends share in devotionals and music.  What a sweet spirit they bring and share!  Prayer time is always special too.  This is my “spiritual high” each month.  It’s not that I don’t have other such times, but this is the one that blesses me most.  Join us tonight at 6:30, if you choose.  We’ll be so glad you are here.

Anna Lee

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“And the word of God continued to increase,

and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem,

and a great many of the priests became obedient to the faith.”

~Acts 6:7, ESV~

Caring Bridge – Macy Gueldner  (Three updates)

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal

Quincy Lee Travis 

(October 22, 1921 – November 17, 2013)

A resident of Greensburg, he died on Sunday, November 17, 2013 at his daughter’s home in Greensburg. He was born October 22, 1921 in Gillsburg, MS and was 92 years of age. He is survived by his daughter, Lee Alice McLean and husband, Sonny, Greensburg; 4 grandchildren, Danny Travis, Becky Jerke, Amber McLean and Jennifer Miller; 8 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by wife, Loyce Holmes Travis; son, Keith Travis; granddaughter, Chandra Nicole McLean; great-granddaughter, Courtney McLean; parents, Bart and Mary Jane Travis; 9 brothers and sisters, Eva Welch, Otis Travis, Bill Travis, Felder Travis, Clyde Travis, Emma Morgan, Myrtis Woodard, Alma Travis, Wilson Travis. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Jerry Holmes and Rev. Larry Stewart. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. Pallbearers will be Joshua and Matthew Suggs, Kenneth Travis, David Alford, Jimmy Coker and Mitch Miller. Honorary Pallbearers will be Donald Spring and Walter Travis. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

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Thankfulnes – Day 19 – Service Workers

I’m not sure I categorized this correctly, but I want to let you know I’m thinking about the people who provide services for us and for our homes – people employed by utility companies, restaurants, stores, etc.  I’m thankful they are there to provide items for us to purchase, bring mail to our homes,, cuts our hair, provides a road for us to travel on, give us telephone service, provide electricity, the person who does your hair, and  make life more comfortable for us.  Think how different life would be if we if these people were not her and doing their everyday tasks. Tell one or more them thank-you today.  Let them know they are appreciated.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Traveling Companions”

http://odb.org/

Moral Stories – “The Little Boy” (This will really touch your heart.)

http://academictips.org/blogs/moral-tale-the-little-boy/

Hymn of the Day – “Jesus Loves the Little Children”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/e/jesloves.htm

Coming later this week:

  • Prayer Meeting
  • Third Thursday
  • “Mayberry” Bible Study
  • Operation Christmas Child

Have a great day!

Anna Lee

Saturday

“Paul and Barnabas, along with many others,

remained in Antioch teaching and proclaiming the message of the Lord.”

~Acts 15:35, HCSB~

Please continue to pray for Jean Easley and her family as they care for her.

From Becky Carruth Lindsey

It is with a heavy heart that I come to you once again to ask for
prayers for our family. Daddy (Larry Carruth) will no longer be
treated for his cancer. Today, we met with his Oncologist and at this
point, Daddy has decided he no longer wants to receive treatment. He
has been admitted to hospice and will remain at home. Please keep our
family in your prayers as we take this journey.

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Our missionaries in the Philippines

http://www.imb.org/main/news/details.asp?StoryID=12593&LanguageID=1709#.UoaNhGTthe7

A national pastor in the Philippines

Filipino family of 6 count Baptist aid as ray of hope from typhoon

Prague – The Atheist Capitol of Europe

In Prague, college grads form real-life networks

Day 16  – Thankfulness – Day 16 – Teachers

Today, I would like to say thank-you to all the teachers who taught me and helped me on my path to education.  Some of them are still living, but most have passed away.  I am so thankful for the way they encouraged and enlightened me.  I’m also thankful for the teachers who taught my children, who taught/teach my grandchildren, and those who worked with me as I taught.  Think of all the things you know and can do because you had teachers.  Be sure to express your thanks to them too.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “To Whom it is Due”

http://odb.org/

Moral Stories – “Determining Your True Path”

cademictips.org/blogs/determining-your-true-path/

Hymn of the Day – “Blest be the Tie that Binds”

http://www.hymntime.com/tch/htm/b/b/t/bbtttb.htm

I ask special prayers today as I speak about Lottie Moon and the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering at 11 A.M.  I hope to share information that informs people and encourages them.  I thank God for the opportunities He gives me to share with others.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“They continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, i
in the breaking of bread,
and in prayers.
And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.”
~Acts 2:42, 47b~

 

Miranda Foster (wife of Bro. Mike, pastor of FBC,A) gave us her mother’s name for our prayers.  She’s Lavelle Case.  Pray for her as she gets treatment in Houston.

Macy Gueildner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner 

Jessie Dean‘s shoulder surgery went well, but was long because of extensive damage.  He stayed at the hospital last night and should be coming home today.

Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell is improving and expected to be able to return home by Thanksgiving.  Continue to pray for her and her family.

Pray for Larry Carruth as he continues his battle with cancer.  Pray for his family as they spend time as his caregiver.

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Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “On Helping Others”

http://odb.org/

Moral Stories – “The Important Things in Life”

http://academictips.org/blogs/moral-tale-the-important-things-in-life/

 Hymn of the Day – “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing”

http://gbgm-umc.org/umhistory/wesley/hymns/umh057.stm

I hope you can find some time today to sing to God.  Your voice will always be lovely to His ears!  

Mark your calendar for 2 P.M. Sunday, December 15th.  The associational WMU meeting will be at FBC,K.  Come learn more about Lottie Moon and the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

 

“I waited patiently for the Lord,

and He turned to me and heard my cry for help.”

~Psalm 40:1~

 

Today is going to be a special day –  11-12-13!

I know of some people who will be attending this event Thursday and thought more of you might be interested.  Check out “Blessing of the Hunt” on Facebook.  Say of prayer for those working to honor God as well as  provide safety information. food,  and clean entertainment.  Thank God for a church that has continued this project for ten years.  It is outreach for them.  What an outreach!

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Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Embarrassing Moments”

http://odb.org/

Holidays are often difficult for people.

Values – Overcoming – “Never, Never Give Up”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/2254-Never-never-give-up

Hymn of the Day – “Amazing Grace”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/a/m/a/amazing_grace.htm

Yes, I have shared this hymn before, but we can never hear it too often.  The story about overcoming made me decide to share this hymn again.

Thankfulness – Day 12 – Winter Encouragement

Encouragement comes in many forms: cards in the mail, a phone call, a visit, a pot of hot soup, a plate of cookies, a hug, a neighbor visiting and offering help, etc.  Sometimes, God uses the weather as encouragement too!  It encourages us to get out our sweaters, make sure we have plenty of winter fuel, move our plants to a safe location for the winter, etc.  It’s also a time to make sure people around us have warm clothing, fuel, insulation, working heating system, etc. so they will have a better winter.  I know our winters are not as cold as the winters many people have, but it is a good time to meet needs.  Let’s “get with it”!  The temperatures will drop tonight.

Continue to pray for all those who have been mentioned here, those who were mentioned at church or the grocery store, and those whose names were left unspoken.  People often need extra prayers at this time of the year.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“If any of you lacks wisdom,

let him ask God,

who gives to all liberally and without reproach,

and it will be given to him.”

~James 1:5~

 

Baby Graham continues to improve.  Thanks for your continued prayers for him and his family.

http://www.theneworleansadvocate.com/home/7451766-172/baby-graham-returns-home-healthy

Yvonne Birch is slowly recovering from her back surgery.  Today, she had the staples removed.  Pray for her continued progress.

Hubert Yarborough, Jr.

Huburt got a good report on his lab results.  Pray for him as he continues to heal from Monday’s surgery.

Susan Rimes is still dealing with her kidney stones.  Thankfully, her records have been transferred to her new doctor.  Susan has an appointment Monday afternoon.  Pray he can help her feel better soon.

Baby John Varnado

Continue to pray for this newborn.  He will be transported to New Orleans Sunday in preparation for heart surgery.

Continue to pray for the family of Millie Bradley.

Obituary for Millicent “Millie” Bradley

Millie Bradley received her angel wings on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at her residence in Albany, at the tender age of 5. She was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church and an Albany Lower Elementary Preschool student. Millie was a loving child, who adored life and found great fulfillment in making others happy. She enjoyed listening to music, playing with her friends and siblings, and strolling outdoors. Although Millie’s life was short, her family made many wonderful memories they will cherish forever, including a big celebration of her life party this past summer, snuggling on the couch, taking a cruise to Mexico, visiting the pumpkin patch, and receiving school awards.

Millie leaves behind her beloved parents, William and Sonja Bradley; sisters, Christian Bankston and Adeline Bradley; brothers, William Bradley and Darrell Castella Jr. She is also survived by her grandparents, Jim Taylor, Lola Taylor, Sue Bradley, Betty Taylor and Alan Cooper.
Millie’s grandfather, Peter P. Bradley Sr., and uncle, Peter P. Bradley Jr. preceded her in death.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation from the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond, on Monday, November 11, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial, officiated by Father Jamin, will follow at 12:30 p.m. at St. Margaret Catholic Church in Albany and interment will take place in St. Margaret Catholic Church Cemetery.

http://www.thompsoncares.com/obituaries/Millicent-Bradley2/#!/Obituary

Baptist Friendship House
Tonight has been a night of celebration- a first, sixth, seventh, and eighth birthdays, GED graduation, and two moms completing our program. There is no better way to spend a Friday evening with smiles and tears of joy. We love our BFH family.

 

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Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Rock”

http://odb.org/

Values – Giving Back – Just an Easy Gesture  (This one will touch your heart!)

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1438-Just-An-Easy-Gesture-

Hymn of the Day – “Jesus Paid it All”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/p/jpaidall.htm

I chose this hymn for two reasons:

    • In honor of the ministry of Rev. Billy Graham at the time of his 95th birthday and his television programs the last couple days.
    • In hopes that hearts will be receptive to the messages at the revival at FBC, Kentwood Sunday through Wednesday.

Billy Graham “Hope for America” will be shown Sunday evening at 7:00 on FOX in case you have not seen it yet.

Thankfulness – Day 9

Today, I would like to thank God for technology.  Remember, I grew up in the age of:

    • slide rulers, not calculators
    • manual typewriters, not computers
    • ditto paper, not laser printers
    • snail mail, not e-mail
    • pen and paper, not blogs
    • etc.

I’m thankful for these, and other, technological improvements that have allowed God’s word to be shared much more effectively.

I covet you prayers today as I speak at a luncheon in celebration of  “125 Years of WMU”.   Pray I will be able to inform and encourage the ladies.  May God use me as His messenger.

Anna Lee

Friday

“God reigns over the nations;

God is seated on his holy throne.”

~Psalm 47:8~

 

Susan Frazier

Susan is recovering nicely from her surgery.  The best news is that her reports came back good.  Thank God for that.  Pray for Susan as she continues to recover.

 

Jeff Birch

Jeff is home from the hospital and recuperating.  Pray for him as he get back to full strength and endurance.

Jesse Dean

Pray for Jesse as he makes medicine adjustments in preparation for  surgery next week.  Begin pray for a successful shoulder surgery next week.

The Harrells

Mr. Phillip enjoyed celebrating his 90th birthday with his family.  Mrs. Annie Bell is improving.  She’s still hospitalized in Greensburg and has begun physical therapy.

 

“My Hope America”

I hope you were watched “My Hope America” and Rev. Billy Graham’s message for us.  There’s time in the next few days to watch it if you missed it last night and time to watch it again if you wish to do so.  You can also download the program from his website.

 

“Lucy” Bible Study

The study today will be based on the “Lucy and the Submarine Commander” episode.  The lesson title is “Where’s There’s Never a Boast or Brag” with the Biblical principle being boasting.  You are welcome to join us at 10:00 this morning in the fellowship hall.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Blessing of Giving”

http://odb.org/

Values – Team Work – “My Team”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1439-My-Team

 

Hymn of the Day – “We’ll Work Till Jesus Come” (Not “you”, but ‘we”)

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/w/e/l/wellwork.htm

 

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Thankfulness – Day 8

“My Team”  reminds me of all those who have helped me accomplish things I never could have accomplished on my own and the enjoyment of working with others.  I give my parents a lot of credit for teaching me about working together.  Church friends have always stepped in to help get any task done.  The same for some of my co-workers through my teaching years.  More hands  make for merry hearts!  Join a team and enjoy getting more accomplished than would have been accomplished working individually!

Get some “work” accomplished today, but do so with a buddy/friend/helper!  You’ll enjoy it better and probably get more done.

Anna Lee

Thursday Addition

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Bonnie Griffith Strickland 

(August 23, 1921 – November 6, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, she died at 10:02 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite at 92 years of age. She is survived by her sister, Helen Courtney, Monroe; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Sidney Strickland; parents, Elmer and Bessie Griffith; 2 sisters, Brennice Hawkins and Wanzie Terry; and a brother, Elmer “Grif” Griffith. She was a Past Worthy Matron, Order of the Easter Star, Spring Creek, and a member of First Baptist Church in Kentwood. She loved her dogs and crocheting. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Joey Miller. Interment Spring Creek Cemetery, Spring Creek. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 Annie Iverstine Poillion
(February 19, 1927 – November 6, 2013)  

A resident of Amite, she died on Thursday, November 6, 2013 at Louisiana Medical Center and Heart Hospital in Lacombe. She was born February 19, 1927 in Hammond and was 86 years of age. Survived by husband of 66 years, William “Bill” Poillion, Sr.; 6 children, Bill Poillion, Jr. and wife, Mary, Regina Poillion Bracy and husband, Randall, Charles Poillion and wife, Mary, Dennis Poillion and wife, Linda, Carol Poillion Fucci and husband, Eddie, and John Poillion and wife, Celine; 26 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Bessie Magro, Mary Stang and husband, Jack, and Linda King and husband, Mike; and three brothers, Luke Iverstine, Jr. and wife, Pat, Dave Iverstine and wife, Sue, and Emile Iverstine. Preceded in death by her parents, Luke and Francis Iverstine; and three sisters, Josephine Puma, Laura Bertone Baptist, and Tina Profita. Visitation at St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial Services at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2013. Interment Statham Cemetery, Amite. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, where she was a devoted member. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

“Give thanks to the LORD!

Call upon His name;

make known His deeds among the peoples!”

~Psalm 105:1~

 

Coming tomorrow – Billy Graham!  View a video and check this site for listings of channels and times when you can view the latest message from Rev. Billy Graham.

http://watchbillygraham.com/

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal

Ramer “Polly” Cox Bueche 

(March 27, 1930 – November 4, 2013)

Ramer “Polly” Cox Bueche, 83, Greensburg, went to be with the Lord after 10 years battling Dementia. She retired from Lallie Kemp Medical Center. She loved working in her yard, fishing, music, playing her guitar and caring for her family. She will be greatly missed. Survived by her children, Rhonda Allen Lamendola, Donna Allen Bourgeois and Marsha Allen Needham; and 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren, that called her Nanny. Preceded in death by 2 children, Raymond “Ray” Allen and Theresa Sue “Terri” Allen and her parents, Robert “Bob” Cox and Mary Hill Cox. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., Thursday, November 7, 2013, and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 8, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Larry Robertson. Interment Day’s Cemetery. Pallbears will be her grandsons, Scot Johnson, Clint Johnson, Trent Bourgeois, Kyle Turner, Patrick Allen, Cody Needham and Terry Allen.

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Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “A Season for Everything”

http://odb.org/

Values – Spread Your Wings – “Signs Amongst Other Little Things”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1443-Signs-Amongst-Other-Little-Things-

Hymn of the Day – “I’ll Live for Him”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/i/i/illlive4.htm

Thankfulness – Day 6

Today, I’m thankful for surprises.  My favorite surprises are not the ones that come wrapped in pretty paper with a bow.  It’s people!  I love to hear from relatives, especially my children and grandchildren.  I like seeing someone I haven’t seen in a while.  I like to get an update on them and their family.  These surprises happen as I shop, view my email, get a request for a friend on Facebook, attend church events in various places, and many other ways.  These little unplanned surprises “make my day”.   I thank God for these surprises!

I trust you are thinking about being thankful too.  It does a heart good.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“May the LORD be praised,

for He has heard the sound of my pleading.”

~Psalm 28:6~

 

Baby Graham is home after spending 21 days in the hospital.

http://www.theneworleansadvocate.com/home/7451766-172/baby-graham-returns-home-healthy

Miranda Foster’s mom is in MD Anderson to begin treatment.  Miranda is the wife of Bro. Mike Foster of FBC, Amite.  Prayers would be greatly appreciated.

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Jessica Granger – Continue to pray for Jessica, her family, and her many friends.

Thankfulness – Day 2

I’m so thankful that God use me despite all my weaknesses and “warts”.  I have opportunities to be a witness for Him, just like all of you do.  He use me to do things like talk,  smile, visit, pray, encourage, share, and call.  I thank God for these opportunities and pray He will guide me in using what He has given me in ways He would approve of.  My opportunities do not speak about me, but Him!

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Who’s Telling the Truth?”

http://odb.org/

Values – Making a Difference – “By Your Word”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1449-Be-Your-Word

Hymn of the Day – “We’ll Work Till Jesus Comes”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/w/e/l/wellwork.htm

Baptist Press

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Note: Jason changed servers for this site.  You may notice a few changes in the appearance of this site.  I haven’t been hacked.  It’s all part of a plan.

Use your opportunities God gives you today.  I’ll try to use mine.

Anna Lee