Category: Baptist Press

Saturday

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened,

and I will give you rest.

~Matthew 11:28~

 

Iley Dillon had shoulder surgery Thursday morning.  He’s home and beginning a long recovery period.  Please keep him in your prayers.

Johnny Belgard is still at Ochsner in New Orleans.  He continues to slowly improve.  Please pray for him for a while longer.

 

“John” Elaine Hatfield Lilly-Thompson

Born: May 08, 1929
Died: February 03, 2016

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JAMES DENMAN MILLER, AGE 83,

And a resident of Kentwood died late Tuesday February 2, 2016 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital. He was born on September 10, 1932 in Mt. Hermon.

Visitation will be Saturday February 6th at First Baptist Church of Kentwood from 9 am until 11 am. A funeral service will be held at 11 am Saturday in the church with Re. Joey Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.

Mr. James was one of the kindest gentlemen I have ever known.  He will be missed.

 

Scripture Writing – I Corinthians 13:8-13

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Opportunity – Frozen Food Sunday – Tomorrow!

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

God has given us this day.  Use it well.

Anna Lee

Friday

Turn from evil and do good;

seek peace and pursue it.

~Psalm 34:14~

 

Andy Taylor has had major oral surgery.  Pray for him as he continues to improve.

Jimmy Alford, David’s brother, is continuing to see doctors to develop a plan of treatment.  Pray for Jimmy and Janie and their family.

 

Today, I would like to thank the men and ladies who frequently prepare food for events, both good and bad, and who work in the kitchen/fellowship areas setting up, serving, and cleaning up in all our area churches.  What a blessing you are to so many people!  Your efforts do not go unnoticed.

 

Bible Study this morning at 10 – John 2:1-12

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Scripture Writing – I Corinthians 13:1-7

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song (I wrote the “thank-you” above before I clicked on today’s devotional.  I think this is a clue you and both need to show more appreciation to all those around us who serve in ways that are often unnoticed.

 

I know that many a time, as I sang this song, I re-evaluated my efforts for Him and decided I could do more in the way of pleases Him.

Anna Lee

Thursday

Trust in the LORD with all your heart

and lean not on your own understanding; 

in all your ways submit to him,

and he will make your paths straight.

~Proverbs 3:5-6~

 

Robbie Lynn C. Kirby is better after a post surgery round with pneumonia.  Keep her in your prayers, please.

Mrs. Bessie Hayden’s great nephew, Hayden Snow (7), has been found to have cancer.  Pray for him as his family begins seeking the treatment plan that will restore his health.

Harrell Sharkey is home following Monday’s surgery.  Thank God for modern medicine.

Continue to pray for Mansell Stinson as he fights the side-effects of diabetes.

Jimmy Schwartz has both good and bad days.  Continue to pray for him.

Pray for a grandson of George and Debbie Bales, Jacob, who is losing his hearing.

Jeff Tolar is progressing well following back surgery.  Please pray for continued progress.

 

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Scripture Writing – Romans 13:8-10

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

We’ve studied about the gold rush, watched televisions programs about gold mining, and possibly even tried our hand looking for gold.  It will not go with us when we die.  Let’s look for and study about the things in life that make an eternal difference.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

 Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit,

for anger resides in the lap of fools.

~Ecclesiastes 7:9~

 

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Scripture Writing – Romans 12: 9-16

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Women’s Ministry Reminders

  • Friday Morning Bible Study – John 2; 10 A.M.
  • Frozen Food Sunday – Bring food to my classroom Sunday morning
  • Ladies’ Night – February 25th at 6:15 P.M.

 

Remember, you are writing you legacy today!

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“For God is working in you,

giving you the desire and the power

to do what pleases him.”

~Philippians 2:13 NLT~

 

Harrell Sharkey’s surgery to remove cancer seems to have gone well.  He was up and walking last night.  The lab report will be in soon and determines the next step. Keep the prayers coming.

Jimmy Alford‘s tests were positive for cancer in the liver.  He is waiting for information about his options for treatment and for a timeline.  Please pray for the Alford family.

Mr. James  Miller was about the same yesterday as the day before.  Keep praying for God’s mercy and peace.

 

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Scripture Writing – Luke 6:27-36

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Prayer is vital in our Christian lives.  No matter how much we pray, there are always opportunities to pray more.  

Anna Lee

Saturday

“He said to them,

‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.’”

~Matthew 4:19, NKJV~

 

Mr. James Miller is still in room 383 at St. Tammany.  Keep praying for his peace and comfort.

Betty Simpson’s sister, Doris Young, has injured her arm while getting dressed.  Pray physical therapy will be able to improve her condition.

Betty Simpson’s sister-in-law, Dale Gore, has begun her treatment.  Let’s pray it is effective and tolerable.

Please continue to pray for the Tarver family.

Karen Sue Callihan Dykes passed away following her heart valve surgery in Jackson, MS yesterday.  Please pray for all the family members who are so shocked about her loss.

 

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Scripture Writing – Psalm 27:9-14

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.

                                                                                                                                   ~John 16:22~

 

 

 

 

 

 

“He said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.’” (Matthew 4:19, NKJV)

Are we “fishing” like He calls us to do?

Anna Lee

Thursday

 

I want to know Christ—

yes, to know the power of his resurrection

and participation in his sufferings,

becoming like him in his death,

and so, somehow,

attaining to the resurrection from the dead.

Philippians 3:10-11

 

This morning, I’m only including four requests, but they are big ones.

  1. Karen (Curtis) Callihan Dykes – Having her second heart valve replacement this morning.  (Karen Sue and I grew up in Roseland and attended church together.)
  2. Corrine Watson – “Miss” Corrine has cancer and will be at Mary Bird Perkins and Ochsner of New Orleans for treatment.  (Her husband and my daddy both worked for the telephone company.  I knew her children from school in Amite.)
  3. Robbie Lynn Callihan Kirby – The last report I had was that she was still not feeling well.  She is in Jackson.  (Robbie Lynn’s grandfather and Karen Sue’s dad were brothers.)
  4. Mark Billings – Surgery (Sorry folks, I don’t know this man, but I know many of you do.)  Pray for him, his family, and the medical staff.

 

Today, I’m so thankful for my husband who conducted the memorial service for his sister’s son-in-law.  It was perfect because it caused everyone to remember Randy so well and pointed everyone to Jesus, the one who can comfort and save them.  Randy was 67 years old.  I pray the message touched hearts and lives among Randy’s friends and family.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 27:5-8

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional and a Song 

 

Be a light for Jesus in your part of the world today!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“I no longer count on my own righteousness

through obeying the law;

rather, I become righteous through faith in Christ.

For God’s way of making us right with himself

depends on faith.”

~Philippians 3:9 NLT~

 

Please pray for Larry Watts.  He’s in North Oaks having some tests done to identify his problem.

Pray for Mr. James Miller and his family.  The information I received last night is that he will be coming home today.

Continue to pray for Harrell Sharkey as he prepares for surgery next week.

Robbie Lynn C. Kirby was having some unexpected problems last night.  Pray for her and her family.

Pray for Jeff Tolar as he continues to wait for approval for surgery.

Continue to pray for Ken Roberts as he gets closer to the time for a heart transplant.

Pray for Hayden Snow and his family.  He is the great nephew of Mrs. Bessie Hayden.  Hayden is thought to have a serious health problem that continues to be narrowed down to a specific one.   He is only seven.

Alice Fay Lee got good test results yesterday.  Thank God for that.

Bro. Joey has and unborn grandbaby that has a kidney problem and is being carefully monitored.  This is the second child of Sally Ann Miller Shaver.

 

 

If you haven’t seen “War Room” or would like to see it again, it will be shown at The Lord’s Church at 5:30 Sunday night.

 

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing: Psalm 27:1-4

Devotional, Scripture, Quote, and a Song

  • “Before the Phone” – http://odb.org/2016/01/28/before-the-phone/
  • In my distress I called to the Lord.                                          ~Psalm 18:6~
  • “Prayer is the bridge between panic and peace.”

~Our Daily Bread~

 

 

I’m thankful to be a part of the community of “this I know”!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

Taste and see that the LORD is good;

blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.

 

 

Robbie Lynn C. Kirby had back surgery yesterday.  All seems to have gone well.  Please continue to pray for her during the recovery time.

Please continue to pray for Susan Rimes.  She is also undergoing treatment on her back.

Pray for the families who have had family member pass away lately.  There seems to have been a large number of grieving families.

Pray for families who have members who are unsaved.  It’s extra sad when an unsaved member passes away.

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – II Corinthians 12:9-10

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Updates on a few recent events

  • The Third Thursday gathering at the cabin last week went very well despite the rain.  Rain did not hamper the abundant meal, the sweet fellowship, the wonderful music, or the special devotional that was shared.
  • The breakfast at Pine Ridge was well attended.  A nice offering was taken that will be helpful to a local family.
  • The movie, “War Room”, was well attended at New Zion Baptist Church Sunday night.
  • The ladies of Pine Ridge completed Bad Girls of the Bible Monday night.  Next month, they will begin “War Room”, the study.  Contact Jana Smith or any lady of the church if you need more information.
  • The “young” ladies of FBC, Kentwood had a large number at The Cafe yesterday for the birthday party.

Looking ahead

  • The ladies of FBC, Kentwood will study the last verses of John 1 Friday at 10 A.M.
  • It’s never too late to contribute to the Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions.
  • The next Frozen Food collection/delivery date is Sunday, February 7th.
  • The next Third Thursday Gathering will be February 18th at 6:30.
  • The next Ladies’ Night will be February 25th at 6:15 at FBC.Kentwood.

 

Do something to help a family that is hurting.  You’ll be blessed more than they will.

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday

I pray that out of his glorious riches

he may strengthen you with power

through his Spirit

in your inner being,

~Ephesians 3:16~

 

Hadlee Monroe Day daughter of  Jeff and Beth and little sister to Preston has arrived.

Please continue your prayers for Mr. James Miller and his family.

I think you will remember Darin Fontz from his growing up years in Kentwood.

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James Elmo Tarver

Born: September 07, 1946
Died: January 24, 2016

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Scripture Writing – Romans 8:18-25

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Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Don’t forget the “Young” Ladies Birthday Party.

  • Today at 11 A.M.
  • The Cafe
  • Bring a friend.

 

As you “travel” though this day, take “To God be the Glory” with you.

Anna Lee