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Tuesday

“Now someone may argue, ‘Some people have faith; others have good deeds.’

But I say, ‘How can you show me your faith if you don’t have good deeds?

I will show you my faith by my good deeds.’”

~James 2:18 (NLT)~

Jesse E. Didone, III

March 15, 1983 – June 19, 2020

Jesse E. Didone, III a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2020 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite, LA. He was born March 15, 1983 in Independence, LA and was 37 years of age. He was a fun, loving person with a big heart of gold who loved his family and always enjoyed a good time. He was a lover of books, movies, music, dancing, photography and Starbucks and PJs coffee. He was passionate about his gardening and he loved to grow flowers and vegetables. He wanted to become a published author and to write a great novel. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Bedwell Didone; sister, Jessica Oliver and husband, Charles; niece, Rachel Pritchard and husband, Brandon; great-nieces and nephews, Kailee Budde, Raymond Budde, Brandon McLean, and Skylynn Pritchard; Special friends, Amber Phillips and Kaylynn Temple and Cee Cee Pittman; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death by his father, Jesse E. Didone, Jr.; and nephew, Ryan Didone. A Memorial Service will be scheduled for a later date. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 23

  • 2 Kings 4:18-5:27
  • Acts 15:1-35
  • Psalm 141:1-10
  • Proverbs 17:23

 

 

 

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Pray for the United States of America!

 

 

 

Do your part in preventing the spread of Covid-19!

 

 

 

Thank-you for reading and praying today.  Prayer is the word and action for the day!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

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~

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 22

  • 2 Kings 3:1-4:17
  • Acts 14:8-28
  • Psalm 140:1-13
  • Proverbs 17:22

A list for Bible readings for May-August is available at FBC, Kentwood.

 

 

Operation Christmas Child will be packing boxes at FBC. Kentwood.  It is always a good time to watch for sales of items children want/need that will fit with other items in a shoebox.  Items can be turned in at church any time.  Also, a list of suggested items is available at church.  A list for July will be available Sunday.  Your help with this wonderful mission project is greatly appreciated.

 

 

 

VBS at FBC, Kentwood will begin in two weeks.  I know dates and times and not much more because David and I are not getting out unless necessary. Thankfully, the church services come to my computer and other people help me stay updated.  If you want to send you child to VBS call the church office at 229-8111 for more information and to pre-register your children.

 

 

 

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This Monday is a great day to be alive and serving God!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday

“You see that his faith and his actions were working together,

and his faith was made complete by what he did.”

~James 2:22 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Josiah Huckaby is one blessed child.  His mom and dad, KK and Job, are blessed too.  Josiah has now been living at home for two years.  Josiah has made so much progress since his parents met him.  Thank God for moms and dads who are willing to lovingly give so much of themselves.

 

 

 

Pray for Mrs. Mildred Birch as she awaits her appointment with her surgeon on June 29th.

 

 

 

Buddy Morris complete round two of chemo and is scheduled for a PET scan during the first week of July.  Please pray for Buddy and his family as they wait for the test and then, results.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 20

  • 1 Kings 22:1-53
  • Acts 13:16-41
  • Psalm 138:1-8
  • Proverbs 17:17-18

 

 

 

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I have had some questions about Operation Christmas Child.  Your donations of items can be left at the FBC, Kentwood during office hours Monday – Friday and when the church is open for services on Sundays and Wednesdays.  Let’s not let Covid-19 stop the shoeboxes from being full in the fall.

 

 

 

Have a wonderful day today.  Do something special.  Make a sweet memory for yourself and someone else.  Staying home does not keep you from impacting other lives.  Be the person who finds a way during these stay-at-home times.  If you are not staying at home, remember to wear a mask and to follow social distancing and hand washing rules.

Anna Lee

Friday

The LORD brings death and makes alive;

he brings down to the grave and raises up.  

The LORD sends poverty and wealth;

he humbles and he exalts.

~1 Samuel 2:6-7~

 

 

 

Please pray for Mrs. Mildred Birch.  She has learned she has a gall bladder problem and is checking into having surgery.  Please pray for her.

 

 

 

Donald Duncan is better, but continues to be hospitalized to get his problem identified.  Your prayers will be appreciated.

 

 

 

Please continue to pray for Debbie Miller Wilkinson of Amite.  She continues to fight her cancer at home.  I know she and her family will appreciate your prayers.

 

 

 

Please continue to pray for my cousin, Scott, who now lives in Shreveport.  He has had Huntington’s Disease for a while.  He is resting comfortably at home.

 

 

 

Covid-19 Louisiana Update – Words from the governor (Please read.)

https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/coronavirus/article_7b517258-b18e-11ea-8c8c-87c776b6ef82.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebookbatonrouge&utm_campaign=snd&fbclid=IwAR3uzYw5XpBIbJvgaDVqv-DszCWVoRFy4HoR8gIBKkouDq2mg4dr25UV2aE

  • Testing in Hammond yesterday – 25% positive
  • Testing in Denham Springs yesterday – 20% positive

Please wear your mask and stay home as much as possible!

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 19

  • 1 Kings 20:1-21:29
  • Acts 12:24-13:15
  • Psalm 137:1-9
  • Proverbs 17:16

 

 

 

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We cannot have too many prayers for our country and its leaders during this time.

Anna Lee

 

 

Thursday

For where your treasure is,

there your heart will be also.

~Matthew 6:21~

 

 

 

Donald Duncan is hospitalized to identification and treatment of a health problem.  Please keep him in your prayers.

 

 

 

Buddy Morris was able to resume chemo.  Please continue to pray for Buddy and Eleanor.

 

 

 

Brian Tate is at MD Anderson with plans to not travel there for a while.  Thank God for his good report.

 

 

 

The corona -19 virus is still a problem.  Please pray for those who are dealing with it now and those whose health is compromised causing them to fight real hard to stay healthy.

 

 

 

Please be in pray for our country in crisis again.  A few can cause major issues for many. Pray for the few to get their hearts and actions in the right places.

 

 

 

Please pray for local churches that are planning to have VBS in the next month.  July will be a busier month then usual because of the delay caused by the virus.

 

 

 

I understand stores are now selling school supplies.  Please remember to make some purchases for Operation Christmas Child if you are able to shop.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 18th

  • 1 Kings 19:1-21
  • Acts 12:1-23
  • Psalm 136:1-26
  • Proverbs 17:14-15

 

 

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Have a blessed day.  Try to be a blessing to at least one person today.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

“God gives us even more grace, as the Scripture says,

‘God is against the proud,

but he gives grace to the humble.’”

~James 4:6 (NCV)~

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 16

  • 1 Kings 15:25-17:24
  • Acts 10:24-48
  • Psalm 134:1-3
  • Proverbs 17:9-11

 

 

Barrett Travis is home.  I know the family will appreciates your prayers, cards, and caring actions.

 

 

 

Pray for the families of those involved in a tragic accident.

 

 

 

Today, I want to thank two very special ladies who gave money for the Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes that will be packed at FBC, Kentwood.  Thank-you for helping to bless the children with simple gifts and the invitation to learn about Jesus.  This is always a group effort.  May everyone who helps be blessed in knowing they make an eternal difference in the lives of children.

 

 

 

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Vacation Bible Schools will be starting in a few weeks.  Pray for all the workers who are preparing now.  Pray for the children who will participate.  Pray for families who entrust their children to the care and training provided.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

I will remember the deeds of the LORD;

yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.

~Psalm 77:11~

 

 

 

Barrett Travis is still at North Oaks waiting for the last test results.  In the meantime, he has had a change of medications.  Keep praying for Barrett.

 

 

 

FBC, Kentwood, today, please pray for two special ladies: Mildred Birch and Anne Hurst.  Please pray for these four men: Smiley Conerly, Buddy Morris, Brian Tate, and David Alford.  Pray for this couple: “Cete” and Ruby Dillon.

 

 

 

Please pray for our America.  I know we are all unhappy with the current state of events.  I know God is too!

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 15

  • 1 Kings 14:1-15:24
  • Acts 10:1-23
  • Psalm 133:1-3
  • Proverbs 17:7-8

 

 

 

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Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Ministry – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/

 

 

 

Let’s make sure we say and do some positive things today!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friday

Remember the former things, those of long ago;

I am God, and there is no other;

I am God, and there is none like me.

~Isaiah 46:9~

 

 

 

Today, Brian Tate‘s family is celebrating his good reports at M.D. Anderson.  Thank God for his good news.

 

 

 

What are you celebrating today?

  • Being alive?
  • Something that doesn’t hurt today?
  • A neighbor who likes to cook and share?
  • Air conditioning?
  • Another birthday?
  • A day with no appointments?
  • Seeing your grandchildren today?
  • Watching children at play?
  • A good grade?
  • A baby discovering his feet?
  • Blowing bubbles?
  • Good water?
  • A roof that didn’t leak this week?
  • A car that got you to the doctor again?
  • Being able to afford your medication?
  • A woodpecker in your tree?
  • A notebook to collect your memories?
  • A book for writing prayer requests?
  • A Bible that belonged to a loved one?
  • Seeing a turtle cross the road?
  • A phone call from a friend?
  • Eating a good home-grown tomato?
  • The sound of a light rain on the roof?
  • The smell of freshly cut grass?
  • A hot piece of cornbread?
  • Rocking and looking at nature?
  • A snapshot of a loved one?
  • A special program on TV?
  • The feel of freshly laundered sheets?
  • A special cup for your coffee?
  • A quiet time for reading your Bible?
  • Receiving a thank-you note with a special comment?
  • The garbage man who picks up what you don’t want?
  • A plant shared by a friend?
  • Holding a book of family pictures?
  • A stocked pantry?
  • A full tank of gas?
  • Baby birds?
  • The gift of fresh eggs?
  • Going to bed on your schedule?
  • Comfortable shoes?
  • A compliment?
  • The smell of a new bar of soap?
  • A big grin grin from someone who just ate a cookie?
  • Memories of former classmates?
  • Remembering where people usually sit in church?
  • Inside water?
  • The smell of magnolias?
  • A freshly washed car?
  • A glass of iced tea?
  • A new face mask?
  • A warm brownie?
  • Swinging?
  • A washer and dryer?
  • A doctor or nurse when needed?
  • New tires?
  • Hibiscus blooms?
  • Cloud formations?
  • A special hymn?
  • A new toothbrush?
  • A marching band?
  • Operation Christmas Child opportunities?
  • Patriotic music?
  • Sporting events?
  • Hearing someone whistle while they worked?
  • A new book of magazine?
  • Watching a butterfly?

Thank God for all the large and small celebrations of our daily lives!  My mother-in-law set a great example of appreciating the little things in life – a new pot holder, a pretty flower, watching nature, etc.  Let’s not forget them.  Thank God for them too!

 

 

 

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Read the Bible in 2020 – July 11th

  • 1 Kings 8:1-66
  • Acts 7:51-8:13
  • Psalm 129:1-8
  • Proverbs 17:1

 

 

Reread the long list I shared.  Make a list of your own.  Have some happy celebrations today!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Thursday

Remember the wonders he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he pronounced,

~1 Chronicles 16:12~

 

 

 

Deanna “Bug” Reynolds asks you to pray for her dad, Morris Reynolds, who will have his pacemaker replaced tomorrow (Friday).

 

 

 

Smiley Conerly told David Monday’s scam was clear.  His next appointment is scheduled in six months.  Join Smiley and Carol Jean in a prayer of thankfulness.

 

 

 

Mrs. Anne Hurst requests prayer.

 

 

 

Mrs. Margaret “Cis” Oliver has a broken bone in her foot.  Please pray for her as she heals.  I sure, no matter how quickly that happens, it will not be soon enough for this busy lady.

 

 

 

Mrs. Mickey Cade has been dealing with infection in her ankle.  Let’s pray it clears soon and completely.

 

 

 

The news reports show increases in the number of cases of Covid-19 cases.  This could be an indication we need to staryhome and wear masks when we get out.  Most of our outings are medical, so we see, and wear, masks.  They are required in hospitals and clinics, our most common destination.

 

 

 

Covid-19 had caused many changes.  Some of them affect others in a big way.

Examples:

  • Hospital patients who cannot have visitors
  • Delayed medical procedures
  • Families spending time together
  • Scarcity of some food produces (and increase in pricing)
  • Workers who have lost jobs
  • Workers who have chosen not to work
  • Businesses that are no longer able to operate
  • Three months of lost education for many students

 

 

 

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Read the Bible in 2020 – June 11

  • 1 Kings 8:1-66
  • Acts 7:51-8:13
  • Psalm 129:1-8
  • Proverbs 17:1

I’m up-to-date.  I hope you are too.  If you haven’t been reading, jump in where we are today and read with us.  You won’t regret it.

 

 

 

I’m thankful we can watch the church services from FBC, Kentwood and appreciative of those who make it possible for us three times a week.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

Greater love has no one than this:

to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.

~John 15:13~

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 10th

  • 1 Kings 7:1-50
  • Acts 7:30-50
  • Psalm 128:1-6
  • Proverbs 16:31-33

 

 
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Please pray for medical personnel.  It seems they are having lots of patients now that the non-emergency people are having tests and procedure that were put on hold due to Covid – 19.

 

 

 

Remember to continue praying for those who are required to make decisions about receiving hospital treatment based on Covid – 19 situation there.

 

 

 

Homer “Buddy” Magee Waller

January 18, 1948 – June 08, 2020

Mr. Homer “Buddy” Waller, 72, of Kentwood, LA, passed from this life on June 8, 2020, at his residence.  He was born on January 18, 1948, in Magnolia, MS to Edgar Waller and Lorine Rimes Waller. He was a member of Lewiston Baptist Church; served his country in the US Army; worked for many years at Tangi Industrial; and enjoyed spending time with his friends. His church family was always very important to him.

Preceding him in death were his parents and one brother in law, Larry Daniels.

Survivors are his two sisters, Sue Daniels of Greensburg, LA and Patsy Miller and husband, Marvin of Lafayette, LA and a host of friends.

Visitation will be on Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Lewiston Baptist Church in Kentwood, LA. from 10:00 AM until funeral services at 11:00 AM with burial to follow in the Lewiston Baptist Church Cemetery.  Dr. Gene Richards and Rev. Cory Morris will be officiating the services with Sharkey Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Pallbearers are James Rimes, Joe Joe Norris, Vandy Lewis, Russell Vullo, Max Stinson, and Gary Upton.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to St. Joseph Hospice, especially Lisa King.

In lieu of flowers, family request donations be made to Lewiston Baptist Church: 74576 North Lewiston Rd. Kentwood, LA 70444 or First Baptist Church of Kentwood: 310 Ave. E Kentwood, LA 70444.

To share condolences please visit www.sharkeyfuneralhome.com

Buddy was a very kind and gentle man.  I’m so thankful I got to know him.

 

 

 

FBC. Kentwood will be live-streaming at 6 P.M. tonight.  You are invited to join them us on Facebook or You-Tube.

Anna Lee