As the election gets closer and closer, it is clear we need to pray more and more. Do your part!
Chris Wales‘ knee surgery is tomorrow in Baton Rouge. Please be in prayer for him, the medical staff, and the family.
Thankfulness – Day 6 – David and I both have family that we do not see very ofter, but they love us and check on us via phone or computer. I’m thankful for their love and care.
David went to the doctor yesterday thinking he was doing much better, but left with new concerns. His right eye was detaching again, so he had laser surgery. His left eye was still swollen, so he had an eye injection. We did not get approval to travel to Jason’s and will return to see the retina specialist in one week. We are thankful David has some vision, but it is not enough for driving. Pray with us for better news at the next visit.
Thankfulness Day 5 – Today, I’m sharing my thankfulness for our son, Jason. He decided he also wanted a holiday birthday, so he waited a couple of weeks for the Fourth of July. I call him my “firecracker” because he adds excitement and fun to life, much like his dad.
If you had a connection to FBC, Amite in the ’50s or a love of missions. you may enjoy the article from page one of the latest edition of “The Baptist Message”. Alana Ichter Greenwich and her husband, Ron, will be leading the new effort of Louisiana Baptists in Haiti. The article, “Louisiana Baptists Building Hope in Haiti”, tells of our expanding work in the area. If you look at the group picture, they are on the left of the middle row. My connection I that her dad, Rev. Bill Ichter, was my choir teacher about sixty years ago. Also, when Jennie served in Brazil after completing college, she was the MK school teacher for the Ichter children. Bro. Bill and “Miss” Jerry now live in the Shreveport are. Ron and Alana retired from the IMB about a year ago, but their passion for mission lives on!
Scripture:
From such terrible dangers of death he saved us, and will save us; and we have placed our hope in him that he will save us again.” ~2 Corinthians 1:10 GNT~
Hymn: “Higher Ground”
Lyrics –
Higher Ground
I m pressing on the upward way
New heights I’m gaining every day
Still praying as I onward bound
“Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”
####Chorus:
Lord, lift me up and let me stand
By faith on heaven’s table land
A higher plane than I have found
Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.
My heart has no desire to stay
Where doubts arise and fears dismay
Tho’ some may dwell where these
abound
My prayer, my aim is higher ground.
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I want to live above the world
Tho’ satan’s darts at me are hurled
For faith has caught the joyful sound
The song of saints on higher ground.
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I want to scale the utmost height
And catch a gleam of glory bright
But still I’ll pray till heaven I’ve found
“Lord, lead me on to higher ground.”
Mr. Harlon Toney is recovering nicely following surgery last week. He will be returning to the doctor next week and predicts he will be able to be at our Third Thursday Gathering in two weeks. Please pray for Mr. Harlon’s health.
Linda K. Graves says she has had two good days and attributes them to prayers for her. Keep praying for improvement.
Patrick Jordan, son-in-law of Gail Smith
Update on Patrick Jordan because I have gotten 10 texts today about him. He is the same. Mental state not there yet. Still in a fog. He is extremely exhausted. We have a big road in front of us. He is being released from Baptist Hospital on Monday. Then will be transferred to a rehab facility that specializes in physical and occupational therapy. I have no idea at the moment which facility because I am viewing them tomorrow. I pray he comes around next week because I desperately want my husband to look at me the way he normally does and not the glassy/glossed over eyes I see daily. On a positive note he keeps me laughing and after lunch today informed the nurses we were going to a snoop dog concert😆😂😆! That was funny and boy I needed that. I need to pray for patience and how to maneuver through all this. I barely see the kids juggling between home and the hospital being mom and dad in one person. If my kids have clean clothes, fed, homework and projects done and all the extras that come along that is a good day.👍🏻😜I would like to personally thank my mom for being my partner through all this and keeping me sane. I love you mom! You are the best! ❌⭕️😘❤️
David will be seeing his retina specialist this afternoon. David’s gas bubble is slowly decreasing in size allowing him to see better. We’ll be glad to get the doctor’s viewpoint.
Thankfulness, Day 4 – Jennie
Our daughter was God’s gift to us early on a Christmas morning. There are many words I could use to describe her, but I will just say she is the greatest Christmas gift we have ever been given. Thank you, God, for allowing us to be part of her life.
Elections – Franklin Graham has prepared some videos for use in our churches Sunday which can be seen on his website. Also, he is going to be praying on Facebook Monday night (9:00 Eastern Time) for those who would like to join him.
“If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves,
and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways,
Becki Alford, our daughter-in-law, is doing well following back surgery. Thank you for your prayers for her.
Linda K. Graves of East Fork is doing well. She’s still with her sister.
Our election day is getting closer. Stay informed. Keep praying!
Mr. Phillip Harrell’s birthday is today. I don’t usually include birthdays, but since Mr. Phillis is 93, I thought some of you might want to call him today.
Opportunity – Christmas cards for prisoners in the Tangipahoa Parish jail. I have cards, but could use books of stamps. This allows prisoners to contact family members during the holiday season. If you will give me the stamps by December 4th, I will get them to the jail that week. Christian cards and stamps that feature scenes such as the nativity are especially nice.
Thankfulness – Day 3 . Today, I want to say how thankful I am that God sent me David. We are a team in so many ways. In August, we will celebrate fifty years of marriage. Thank-you, God, for all the wonderful years!
Scripture – “For God so loved the World that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” ~John 3:16~
Thankfulness – Day 2 – Ancestors/Heritage – I’m thankful for the values I learned as a child and the ability to say my parents loved me.Generations of family members before me passed on a value system that is still important to me. Learning the verse John 3:16 and many others was part of my Christian heritage.
I know many people who are in dark valleys. I’m sure you do too. God can comfort them. Be sure to relay the message of this Scripture to them.
Becki, our daughter-in-law, was out with her kids as neighborhood children visited her home last night. That reminds me of being out at NOBTS with Jennie’s family the night of my gamma knife surgery (and after a nap). We are so thankful Becki is fine. He doctor said Becki will be able to drive by Wednesday. Absolutely amazing! Thank-you. God.
Election day is a week away. Be sure you pray for our country and who God would like to lead from various positions.
I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, ~ Ephesians 1:18 (NIV)~
Samaritan’s Purse – Kentwood will be a Drop-Off Location for “Shoeboxes” Nov. 14-21. We’ll be in the fellowship hall area waiting for you. Look for the big banner in the yard.
Thankfulness – Day 1 – Today. I’m thankful for Jesus giving His life that I might have the opportunity to serve Him while on earth and then live eternally in heaven.
Gail Smith’s son-in-law, Robin Miller Jordan’s husband, is better.
He is off the vent HOORAY! He looks at us but is still on a good amount of pain meds. When I asked him if he wanted to see Clare he grunted which I took as a yes. He is still on a bit of oxygen through his nose. His blood pressure and heart started to increase because he still had that tube down his throat. He was not a happy camper. So I said to his nurse, I know my husband and he wants that tube out NOW! So she got permission from the respiratory doctor to remove it. Once it was out everything started to go down. He is still very weak and in and out of consciousness. We are ecstatic that his heart is pumping and working on it’s own. He is coming along but we still have much work to do! I am thrilled to see his pretty brown eyes open and so are the kids. Much love and thanks for the prayers.😘 The Jordan’s ❌⭕️❤️🙏🏻🏥
Blood Replacement Drive for Kristi Alford
Sunday, November 6th
Noon – 4 P.M.
East Fork Baptist Church
Sign up now by calling East Fork Baptist Church
Today is my five year anniversary since gamma knife surgery for a brain tumor! God blessed us then and continues to do so. Thank-you, God!
Georgia Barnette Missions Offering for Louisiana continues.
The Operation Christmas Child “Shoeboxes” at FBC, Kentwood are packed, all 325 of them! Thanks to all who helped in any way.
FBC, Kentwood will be a drop-off location for “shoeboxes” Nov. 14-21. Thank-you to all who helped in any way.
During the month of November, please contribute books of Christmas stamps that will be put on Christmas cards (that I already have) to be given to parish prisoners so they can write to family members.
WMU ladies will gather at Kedron Baptist Church on Monday, November 7th at 10:00 A.M. to learn about and participate in the World Day of Prayer.
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” ~Matthew 19-14 NIV~
But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. ~Luke 18:16~
When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. ~Mark 10:14~
I know many of you have been praying for Jeana, who is in her mid 40’s. Her mother, Brenda Russell of Chesbrough, shared this:
As of today jeana’s social worker is trying to find her a long-term facility for her to be moved to. She’s still in alot of pain and her doctor says she needs round the clock care for the wound he says it’s too much for us to handle at home. Please continue to pray for her she’s really depressed at this time. Thanking all of u in advance for ur prayers. It’s gonna be hard but with God’s help we will get through this too
I hope you enjoy this version with children quoting the Scripture and singing. I think that is appropriate for my next comment.
This evening at 6 P.M., we will gather with our church families to guide children as they help pack 325 shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. What a great opportunity it is to teach children about what happened long ago in a land far away that directly impacts our lives, even today. It also teaches our children about how some children are not as blessed as they are and how they can be a part of blessing children with a box of hygiene items and small gifts. It teaches missions and love to them. Mostly, it is an opportunity to teach everyone about the love of Jesus!
I hope to see you and your family at First Baptist Church, Kentwood at 6:00 P.M. Many churches, schools, and other organizations will also be collecting items and putting items together for Operation Christmas Child. FBC, Kentwood has been honored to be a Drop-Off Station for all those in our area. The national date for that is November 14-21. You can check the Samaritan’s Purse web site to see a list of all area sites and their hours of service.
I’m so thankful for all who are able to participate in Operation Christmas Child and for Samaritan’s Purse for giving us the opportunity to participate.
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