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Wednesday

“But as it is written:

‘Eye has not seen,

nor ear heard,

nor have entered into the heart of man

the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.'”

~1 Corinthians 2:9, NKJV~

 

Please pray for Susie Sharkey as she has knee surgery this morning.

 

Week of Prayer for International Missions

http://www.imb.org/main/pray/page.asp?StoryID=10717&LanguageID=1709

 

Baptist Press is always worthy of a read.

BPNews.net

 

Eliga R.N. Wicker

http://mckneelys.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1845401&fh_id=10545

 

Have a great day!

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Dear friends,

let us continue to love one another,

for love comes from God.

Anyone who loves is born of God and knows God.”

~1 John 4:7 NLT~

December 2 – 9, 2012 = Week of Prayer for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions

Day 1 – Egypt

http://www.imb.org/main/pray/page.asp?StoryID=10714&LanguageID=1709

Baptist Press

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Have a meaningful Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Friday

That you may love the Lord your God,

listen to his voice,

and hold fast to him.

For the Lord is your life,

and he will give you many years in the land he swore to give to your fathers,

Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.”

~Deuteronomy 30:20 NIV~

Mr. Billy Travis’ surgery was postponed until 7 A.M. this morning.  That give time for more praying for him and for his family.

Thankfulness: Day 30

I’m thankful for sweet memories and thankful for “treasures” I have that bring these memories to mind.  I’m a sentimental person and love to be surrounded by my “treasures”, many of which most people would not allow in their homes.  To me they are valuable, not for their real worth, but for the people and events they remind me of.  I hope you have some special “treasures” too.

Thanks for putting up with my thankfulness series.  I’ll be back with a new list in November 2013.

The Sunday School literature that did not arrive for us last week is scheduled to be here this afternoon.  Call the FBC,K office this afternoon to see if it is here..  If so, your books will be available for pickup until 5:00 P.M.

Baptist Press

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Devotional by Holley Gerth

http://holleygerth.com/how-do-you-know-when-to-say-yes-and-when-to-say-no/#comments

 Have a fantastic Friday!

Anna Lee

Tuesday

So, my dear brothers and sisters,

be strong and immovable.

Always work enthusiastically for the Lord,

for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.

~1 Corinthians 15:58, NLT~

If you are on Facebook, you may want to check out the new page “Rachel 2 Rwanda” set up by Rev. Keith Rhodes.

Mrs. Helen Robertson continues to have a slow pace recovering from her broken hip.  Say a special prayer for the long-time owner of Helen’s Flower Shop on Camille St. in Amite.

Thankfulness: Day 27

Today, I’m thankful for rainy days when I can work inside and accomplish things I have on my “To Do” list.  They often become cooking days.  My family never complains about that!  I’m also thankful for the sunny days God sends our way.  He is God and knows what we need.

Baptist Press: Don’t miss reading the Hurricane Sandy recovery.

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Accomplish something special on this rainy day!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“All eyes look to You,

and You give them their food at the proper time.

You open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing.”

~Psalm 145:15-16 HCSB~

 

From Elizabeth Carol New

Please put Randy and Allyce on the prayer list…he is in Oschner in NO and had surgery last Friday…

Jimmy Schwartz had to be taken back to North Oaks yesterday due to a fast heart rate.  Please continue to pray for him and for his family.

 

Pray for little Everett Smith, the young baby of Jason and Rebekah  Alford Davis Smith.  He has been admitted to the hospital with flu-like symptoms.

 

Thankfulness: Day 21:  I’m thankful for being able to give my time or doing work that brings happiness to someone.  Examples: making a treat with a granddaughter, cooking for family and/or friends, working with my flowers, preparing a Sunday School lesson or WMU presentation, folding clothes for my daughter-in-law, helping a grandson with a snack, visiting with my daddy and sharing meals, visiting older friends and sharing my baking skills, preparing large bowls of fruit salad with my family, doing math over the phone to help with homework, helping a neighbor’s grandson with test preparation, etc.  How can I call it work when it brings so much happiness?  I’m blessed!

 

Baptist Press News

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Elsie Carter Johnson
(June 28, 1923 – November 20, 2012)

A resident of Pine Grove, she died on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge. She was born June 28, 1923 in Amite and was 89 years of age. She is survived by her daughter, Menette Andrews and her husband, Charlie, Walker; 3 sons, John Keith Johnson and wife, Linda Sue, Denham Springs, Bobby Johnson and wife, Cynthia, Rayne and Albert King and wife, Terrye, Hillsdale; brother, Charlie “Tony” Carter, Pine Grove; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Carl Lathan Johnson; parents, Dudley and Ora Kemp Carter; sister, Willie Casanova; 5 brothers, Robert Whitener, Wilson Carter, Mervin Carter, Sidney Carter and Dudley “Shorty” “Do-Rite” Carter; 1 granddaughter, Toni Marie Johnson. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Pine Grove. Visitation at Hillsdale Baptist Church from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Friday and from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 24, 2012. Services conducted by Rev. James Brady. Interment Hillsdale Cemetery, Hillsdale. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 Mrs. Johnson is the mother of a former student, Menette, whom I haven’t seen for years.

 

Be thankful for all the people in your life!

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday

“And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship,

in the breaking of bread,

and in prayers…

and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved”

~Acts 2:42-47~

Pray for Randy Cutrer of Spring Creek.  He had surgery last week and is at Ochsner.

I have these numbers of the Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes that were collected locally last week.

  • Hammond –  2,715
  • McComb – 14,153
Those numbers represent many children who will get a special blessing this year.
Pray for Debi Bales and her family as they adjust to their mother being at Landmark Nursing Home.
Thank God for the 7,000 youth from Baptist churches across the state that were able to attend Youth Evangelism Conference for the last few days.  May many lives be changed forever because of that experience.
Pray for Elizabeth Carol New as she prepares for knee surgery on December 3rd.
Pray for family members traveling to be with others for Thanksgiving.  I pray for safe traveling and wonderful visits as well as sufficient special foods to enjoy.
Baptist Press News
Thankfulness: Day 20
Today, I’m thankful for our vehicles.  They are not new or fancy, but dependable, which is the most important to me.  I’m also thankful for roads to ride on.  Many of them are not in the best shape, but they certainly could be much worse.   I’m also glad to see road construction periodically because that means the road will be better when they are finished.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Anna Lee

 

Friday

“When people sin, you should forgive and comfort them,

so they won’t give up in despair.”

~2 Corinthians 2:7 CEV~

Mr. Bobby Lawson is back at home.  Pray for him and pray for his family.

Callie Jenkins Austin got a fantastic report yesterday – No more cancer!  Join Callie, her family, and her friends in thanking God.

Pray for the situation Israel is facing today.

The AWANA children at FBC, Kentwood collected 60 shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child.

The Third Thursday meeting at the cabin didn’t go as expected, but it was wonderful!  We are so thankful for many blessings!

Thankfulness: Day 16

I’m so thankful to be a part of the Third Thursday/Share Group meetings at the cabin.  What a blessing the meeting have been to David and me.  I’m so thankful to the many people who have been a part of this group.  We had three people for the first time last night, two who are relatively new, and others who have been a part for years.

Devotional: Our Daily Bread: Each Day

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Baptist Press News

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Count your blessings today.  I’m sure you’ll find you have been richly blessed.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

 “As for God, His way is perfect;

The word of the LORD is proven;

He is a shield to all who trust in Him.”

~Psalm 18:30, NKJV~

Robert Callihan

I am having a heart catherization in the morning at 7:30am in BR. I would appreciate everyone’s prayers Thanks

Operation Christmas Child

Shoeboxes are due at the church today.  Please leave them in the front stairwell.

Revival

Tonight is the last night of revival at FBC, Kentwood.  The service begins at 7:00.  Wendy Fowler will lead some children in singing for us tonight.  (The Singing Deacons for FBC, McComb were very good!)

Third Thursday

We will meet at the cabin tomorrow night at 6:30 for food, fellowship, a devotional, and music.  You are invited to join us.

Baptist Press always has some very good articles.

BPNews.net

Devotional by Holley Gerth: You Don’t Have to Do More

http://holleygerth.com/you-dont-have-to-do-more/#comments

Thankfulness: Day 14

I thank God for a husband and friends who love to garden.  We have eaten more fresh vegetables this year than ever before.  Of course, God is the real gardener.  He provides the soil, the sunshine, the rain, the seeds, and the right temperatures the vegetables need.  We have to be careful not to take too much credit.  I know it takes human work too, but it would all be useless without God doing His part.  Thank you, God for the wonderful crops you provided.  (I also like flowers.  God really has a “green thumb”!)

Do something special for others today.  

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Therefore, take up the full armor of God,

so that you will be able to resist in the evil day,

and having done everything, to stand firm.”

~Ephesians 6:13, NASB~

Please keep Betty Simpson in your prayers as she undergoes some medical tests.

Thankfulness: Day 13

I’m thankful I have a home to live in on a cool November morning.  I also have running water, electricity, a washer, a dryer, a water heater, a stove, a refrigerator, a freezer. a dish washer, and an inside bathroom.  When I think of all the people around the world who do not have these things, I am so thankful God blessed me with all of these creature comforts.  I’ve had it easy compared to many people!

Pray for families who are making plans to be together for the holiday next week.  Pray even more for families who cannot be together.  If you know of someone who does not have a family gathering to attend, invite them to join you and your family.  I venture to say to you be more blessed than them.

Devotional by Holley Gerth: Are you in the Guilt Cycle or the Grace Cycle?

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Pray for someone who has a need today.  Then, do what you can to meet their need or take their mind off their need for a while.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“I sought the Lord,

and He heard me.”

Psalm 34:4a

Renee Deck is in a lot of pain, but still hoping to come home today.

Jones Family – What blessing they have to be thankful for!

http://gavincarrie.blogspot.com/

Baptist Press

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Thankfulness: Day 10

Today, I’m thankful for the education I received.  Most of my elementary years I had older ladies teaching me.  They did not have all the “bells and whistles”, but they knew what we needed to learn and worked every day to teach us.  I do not remember anyone who only taught school “half-heartedly”!  I learned the same from my high school and college teachers.

As a teacher, I tried to be equal to or better than my teachers.  I worked hard and expected my students to do the same.  I was always taught you get out of something what you put into in.  I tried to pass that philosophy on.  Hopefully, it worked!

Meet Holley Gerth, author of Heart to Heart with Holley

http://holleygerth.com/about/#comments

Thanking God for another day, a beautiful one!

Anna Lee