Category: Bible Study

Friday

“After this, Jesus knew that everything had been done.

So that the Scripture would come true,

he said, ‘I am thirsty.’

There was a jar full of vinegar there,

so the soldiers soaked a sponge in it,

put the sponge on a branch of a hyssop plant,

and lifted it to Jesus’ mouth”.

~John 19:28-29 NCV~

 

God has answered the prayers of Job and KK Huckaby! (Facebook post below.)

SURPRISE! Baby Boy is here!!!

So the last 7 days have been an absolute whirlwind. We got a call from our agency this past Friday to consider a baby boy due in mid-April, over the weekend we prayed and researched (because he has Down Syndrome), Monday we called to accept, yesterday we got a call that they were doing an emergency c-section because he was in some distress. He was born yesterday afternoon at 2:45pm. He weighs 3lbs 2oz and has exceeded everyone’s expectations at the hospital. He is doing everything on his own except eating but they have not tried feeding him yet. He’s only getting neonatal oils right now because they want him to get plenty of sleep. Hopefully we will get to see our sweet baby next week! God is so awesome!!!

Also, his birth mom really loves him and feels that adoption is still best for him. We ask that y’all please pray for us as we still have a long road ahead and please pray for the birth mom. I can’t imagine how she must feel making such a difficult decision.

Please pray for Brock Burch, youth minister at East Fork Baptist Church.  He’s leaving on a 10 day trip to Israel tomorrow.  He asks that we pray.

Asking for everyone prayers as I am leaving tomorrow to go on a trip to Israel. I will be gone for 10 days. Asking for prayers for traveling as well that God would speak on the trip and myself and the others on the trip will experience Him in a new way.

Pray for one of my former students and her mother who has dementia.

My mom just asked me, “Who are you?” Prayers for my mom please.

Please pray for another former student whose disabled husband passed away last month.

Happy anniversary to my buddy in Heaven. 21 yrs today… I miss you but know you feel better.

Joseph W. Bankston (He was JW to most people.)

October 25, 1927 – March 09, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=obituaries.obit_view&o_id=4160496&fh_id=10545

These represent some of the messages I received this morning.  What a whirl of emotions!  Lots of emotions!  Needs all around!

Week of Prayer for Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for North American Missions – JACOB & JESSICA DAHL

https://www.anniearmstrong.com/missionaries/jacob-jessica-dahl

New Bible Study begins this morning at 10 A.M.  Come join us as we introduce Ezekiel.

 

Read the Bible in 2017 – Judges 1-3 and Psalm 70 

 

Baptist Press – bpmews.net

 

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord.

Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you

to give the reason for the hope that you have.

But do this with gentleness and respect.

—~1 Peter 3:15 (NIV)~

“Make Me a Blessing”

 

May each of you be a blessing to others today!

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

He guides the humble in what is right

and teaches them his way.

~Psalm 25:9~

 

Ora Lee Wilson‘s pacemaker surgery went better than expected.  She’s home!  Let’s thank God for her good report.

Mildred Birch has improved greatly in recovering from her pain pump.  That’s another thanksgiving prayer for us today.

David‘s retina specialist was pleased with David’s progress in maintaining a good eye pressure and good vision.  Thank-you for all your prayers.

Early yesterday morning, I had my own ER visit.  The short version is that after all the testing, I was told I had a strained muscle in my arm.  That is much better than I expected to hear.  I’m wearing my ugly black sling again and am so thankful my problem is minor.

 

Helen Mae Hayden

March 04, 1943 – March 06, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/obituary/4157772

Inez Randall

September 22, 1925 – March 06, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/obituary/4157920

Maxine H. Varnado

July 12, 1924 – March 05, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/obituary/4151271

 

Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer Focus – KELLY & BRANDI PARRISH

https://www.anniearmstrong.com/missionaries/kelly-brandi-parrish

 

Reading the Bible in 2017 – Joshua 13-21 (Skim) and Psalm 68

Time Change Reminder – This Sunday, we need to move our clocks ahead one hour.  If we fail to do so, we will arrive at our church one hour later than we planned.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Louisiana Baptist Message – baptistmessage.com

 

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,

the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort,

who comforts us in all our troubles,

so that we can comfort those in any trouble

with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.

~2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (NIV)~

“Near to the Heart of God”

 

We’re beginning something new in our Friday Morning Bible Study Class.  Come join us at 10:00 in the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood.

 

Today is Wednesday, so I’m looking forward to teaching my Children in Action class tonight at 6 P.M.  Have I told you that I love my little ones?

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Sunday

“‘Love the Lord your God

with all your heart, soul, and mind.’

This is the first and greatest commandment.

The second most important is similar: ‘

Love your neighbor as much as you love yourself’”

~Matthew 22:37-39 TLB~

 

I have an update on the Harrells.  Mr. Phillip is still at the hospital in Greensburg,  “Miss” Annie Bell and son-in-law, Don Yarborough, seem to have almost recovered from the flu and the crud.  Phyllis is hoping for the opportunity to attend church today.

 

Destiny Martin is in the Youth Challenge Program and doing well.  If you would like to send her a note of encouragements, this is her address:

Destiny Martin, LAARNG Youth Challenge Program, 201 Louisiana Blvd., Minden, LA 71055

 

 

Week of Prayer for Annie Armstrong Easter Offering – Begins today!

https://www.anniearmstrong.com/missionaries/ron-kim-carr

Read the Bible in 201

  • Today, we read Joshua 1-4 and Psalm 65.
  • There is a video on Joshua to watch that can be found at jointhebibleproject.com

 

These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts.

Impress them on your children.

Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road,

when you lie down and when you get up.

~Deuteronomy 6: 6-7 (NIV)~

(If you have been reading the daily Scriptures with us,

you have recently read about the commandments God gave us through Moses.)

“The B-I-B-L-E” (Do your children, grandchildren, nieces, and neighbors know this song?)

 

Reminders

  • PAPERBACK Bibles are needed for the prison ministry at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail.  You may leave your new or used Bibles in boxes beneath the office or balcony stairwells of FBC, Kentwood.
  • Week of Prayer WMU Meeting – Tomorrow at 10 A.M. Our speaker will be Mary Ellen Logan of Global Maritime.  Come learn about about it.  We will conclude our meeting with a potluck lunch.  See you at FBC, Greensburg.
  • Keep up with the Annie Armstrong donations at FBC, Kentwood by checking the display near the organ in the Sanctuary.
  • We will begin a six week study of a portion of Ezekiel Friday morning at 10.  If you would like a copy of the introductory study guide, please see me today or get me a message via phone, email, or Facebook.

 

I trust you know and honor the reason this day is called “The Lord’s Day”.

Anna Lee

 

Friday

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit.

Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.

~Philippians 2:3~

 

Pray for Margie Williams who has pneumonia and some other tests Tuesday.

Joanne Seymour, a former student, had been diagnosed with colon cancer.  Please pray for Joanne.

Please remember Bettye Fussell and her family in your daily prayers.  She is seeing her oncologist in McComb regularly.

 

Thanks for praying for Barbara Hutchinson to find a wheelchair.  She now has two to choose from today and some other equipment options too.

 

There is still no obituary for Shira Easley.  I understand there is family out-of-town they are waiting for.  I will post an obituary when one is available.

 

 

Read the Bible in 2017 – Deut. 30-31 and Psalm 63

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Friday Morning Bible Study is completing John today and beginning the introduction to a brief study of Ezekiel 4-8 at the request of Mrs. Bessie Hayden.  Do you have a request for out next study?

Two Rivers WMU will meet Monday at FBC, Greensburg to learn about the 2017 Annie Armstrong Offering and hear from someone who benefits from that offering in our area.  We will meet Monday at 10:00 and conclude with a potluck meal.  Everyone is invited to attend and bring a friend.  You do not have to be a member of an active WMU to attend.  All you need is a love of missions.

Don’t forget to bring new or used PAPERBACK Bibles to the meeting Monday or to FBC, Kentwood when you have a chance.  There are collection boxes under the stairwell at the office entrance and under the stairwell to the balcony.  They will be donated to inmates at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail.

 

“I know that your love will last for all time,

that your faithfulness is as permanent as the sky.”

~Psalm 89:2 TEV~

“Great is Thy Faithfulness”

 

I am so thankful I am able to write TPL to give you some prayer requests as well as a devotional, announcements, etc.  Your prayers are very much appreciated!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Thursday

For the grace of God has appeared

that offers salvation to all people.

~Titus 2:11~

Peggy Luce, wife of Rev. David Luce, is now cancer free.  After she heals from surgery, she will begin radiation.  She taught school at Oak Forest when he was a pastor west of Amite.

Betty Fussell is able to travel for medical treatment and tests and then return to her home. Pray for her, her family, and her friends.

Mary Frances Graham, sister of Jimmy Tolar, will be having surgery tomorrow in Houston.  Join with her family in praying.

 

Shira Easley, a friend to many, passed away Tuesday afternoon.  Thanks to those who gave me the message.  I was waiting for an obituary before posting, but have been informed that there will be a delay in getting the family together to make funeral plans.  She loved her Lord and served Him in many ways including missions and disaster relief where she was a chaplain.

 

Read the Bible Today – Deuteronomy 24-29 and Psalm 61-62.  My guide included readings on February 29, so I had to double up today.

 

Site you many want to check out:

 

But he knows the way that I take;

when he has tested me, I will come forth as gold.

My feet have closely followed his steps;

I have kept to his way without turning aside.

~Job 23:10-11 (NIV)~

I have been blessed to have know many Christians whose lives preached this message!

“Trusting Jesus, That is All”

 

Did you locate some PAPERBACK Bibles for us to give to the inmates at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail?  Bring them to a box beneath the stairs at the office entrance or beneath the stairs to the balcony.  This is a good ministry and one we can all participate in.  We can us new or used Bibles, complete Bibles or New Testaments.  They must be PAPERBACKS to be accepted by the jail.

 

Friday Morning Bible Study – Completing John this week and receiving study guide for the book of Ezekiel.  We plan to study chapters 4-8.  Mrs. Bessie Hayden requested we do this study.

Monday – Associational WMU meeting at FBC, Greensburg at 10 A.M.  Come to learn about North American Missions and the Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer which is next week.  Everyone is invited to join us.

 

Get ready to learn about mission work in North America.  I think we can all agree that we need to be a stronger Christian nation.

Anna Lee

Wednesday – March Already!

Through him you believe in God,

who raised him from the dead and glorified him,

and so your faith and hope are in God.

~1 Peter 1:21~

 

 

David and I briefly visited Bettye and Fuzzy yesterday.  She is thankful to be at home and has a very good attitude about what is being done for her.  She appreciates your concern and prayers.

 

Ora Lee Wilson will be having her pacemaker replaced Monday.  Pray for her as she waits for Monday to arrive.

Mildred Birch‘s issues seem to be related to infection around her pain pump which will removed.  Pray for her as she works to overcome this problem.

 

Rev. Gibby McMillian asked me to inform you of a gospel singing by the Jubalheirs at Livingston Baptist Church a week from tonight.  You can check the church’s website for more information.

 

Bible Reading – Deut. 21-23 and Psm. 60.  If you get behind a day or two or more, just double us and soon you’ll be back on schedule.  It doesn’t matter what day you read the Scriptures, just read them.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Sunday will be the first day of the Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer for North American Missions.  Please pray and give so that work can continue to be done in Canada and the United States.  We have many people who need to know the Lord.

If you have not already done so, please look around your home for PAPERBACK Bibles that are not being used.  They could be very helpful in the ministry to the inmates at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail.  Boxes are under the office and balcony stairwells for you to leave your PAPERBACK Bibles at your convenience.  We appreciate members of other churches who help with the needs for the jail ministry.

 

Whom have I in heaven but you?

And earth has nothing I desire besides you.

My flesh and my heart may fail,

but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

~ Psalm 73:25-26 (NIV)~

“The Solid Rock”

 

Children in Action – Meets at 6 P.M. tonight.    (I trust all of you know there are many more things going on in addition to the things I post.  I post the things I am involved with because I know the most about them.)

Friday Morning Bible Study – We will study the last chapter of John this week.  The first study guide for Ezekiel will be available at that time.

 

Let your life touch others in a positive way today.

Anna Lee

 

 

Friday

I have fought the good fight,

I have finished the race,

I have kept the faith.

~2 Timothy 4:7~

 

Today, let’s pray for Adrian Phillips whose blood sugar level got too low.   Thankfully, he got some good help and is better.

Pray for Joe and Susanne Crowe.  Joe is having Hospice care in Baton Rouge.  They are from the Amite area.  Your prayers will be greatly appreciated.

Scarlett Splane was in a traffic accident and tore her foot/ankle area up.  She’s had extensive surgery at Ochsner on Jefferson Highway and will be “out of commission” for about six weeks.  Please pray for her and help her out in a very practical way if you can.

The flu continues to spread.  It’s a form that was not covered by the vaccine, so the injection will not protect you from it.  As always, using good judgment is wise.

 

Scripture Reading – Deut. 7-9 and Psm. 55

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “

plans to prosper you and not to harm you,

plans to give you hope and a future.

Then you will call on me and come and pray to me,

and I will listen to you.

You will seek me

and find me when you seek me with all your heart.

~Jeremiah 29:11-13 (NIV)~

“In His Time”

Announcements

  • Today’s Bible Study – John 20
  • Sunday – Last day for children to turn in forms for mission trip
  • I’m again collecting PAPERBACK Bibles, new or used, to be distributed to prisoners at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail.  You can leave them at FBC, Kentwood.
  • Tuesday – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – Meet at The Cafe at 11:00
  • Monday, March 6 – Associational WMU Focus on Annie Armstrong Offering

 

 

Reminder – If you have a request for me to put on The Prayer Link, you should contact me by phone, 985-229-4753, by email, annaleealford@gmail.com, or even Anna Lee Alford on Facebook.

Anna Lee

Friday

The LORD your God is with you,

the Mighty Warrior who saves.

He will take great delight in you;

in his love he will no longer rebuke you,

but will rejoice over you with singing.”

~Zephaniah 3:17~

 

Please continue to pray for Bettye Fussell and Darren Fontz and their families.

 

The Third Thursday Gathering was last night.  We had one of out biggest crowds ever.  It included two couples who have never come before and guests from eight different churches .  Our four musical guests including two who have been out due to illness.  David’s devotional on “Faith” fit perfectly.  It was a wonderful night!  We will meet again on the third Thursday of March.

 

Bible Reading Plan – Numbers 25-27 and Psalm 48.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Louisiana Baptist Message – baptistmessage.com

 

Bible Study – 10 A.M. this morning; John 19

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – February 28 at 11 A.M. at The Cafe

 

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?

Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.

~Romans 8:35,37 (NIV)~

“The Love of God”

 

I trust that if you don’t know “that wonderful love”,  you will contact someone who can introduce you this very day.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

I’m sorry to be late.  I had to wait for Jason to restart the server.

Love is patient,

love is kind.

It does not envy,

it does not boast,

it is not proud.

~1 Corinthians 13:4~

Don Meadows‘ surgery went well.  He’s home and doing well.  Thank you for praying for him.

Bettye Fussell‘s daughter shared this yesterday.

We just want to say a special “THANK YOU” to everyone that has called, text, sent flowers/cards and come to visit my Mom during this hard time. We are amazed at all of the love and support that everyone has shown her. Just to update everyone, she will hopefully be transferred this afternoon from Southwest to Ochsner’s in New Orleans to begin her chemo treatment. Please keep sending prayers her way as she begins this new journey. We know God is in control and we are ready to fight this fight!! Thank you and We love you all!!

Melinda Russell recently joined her husband in China where he is working.  Her mother passed away in Texas, so now she is flying back.  Pray for her as she travels and as the family celebrate her life.

Bro. Stan Statham requests prayer for a volunteer.

BASELA Family- please be praying for Bro. Michael, a Disaster Relief Volunteer from Arkansas who fell from a roof in New Orleans East yesterday while working on a home. He has significant injuries but is in good spirits. I will update after I visit him in the hospital later this morning. -Bro. Stan

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Bible Reading Plan – Numbers 19-21 and Psalm 46

 

Bro. Stan shares information about Hope Center.

This will be our last week of 1/2 off our winter clothes, shoes and coats. We will be putting out our Spring/Summer clothes February 21st. Come visit us this week for some great values!! Open Tuesday – Friday from 9:00 to 5:00. 985-247-2235

 

This is love: not that we loved God,  

but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.

~1 John 4:10 (NIV)~

“Jesus is the Sweetest Name I Know”

 

Mark your calendar for these extras.

  • Tonight – Children’s missions at 6 P.M.
  • Tomorrow  – Third Thursday Gathering at 6:30
  • Friday – Bible Study of John 19 at 10 A.M.
  • Tuesday – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party at 11 A.M.

 

Enjoy a little cooler weather.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“A new command I give you:

Love one another.

As I have loved you,

so you must love one another.

~John 13:34~

 

Jamie Lynn’s daughter, Maddie, was able to come home yesterday afternoon.  She is doing very well!  Thanks for all the concern and prayers for her.

 

Today’s Bible Reading – Numbers 8-10 and Psalm 42

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Waylon Bailey – waylonbailey.com

Thom S. Rainer – thomrainer.com

 

Friday Morning Bible Study was wonderful yesterday.  We had a great discussion of John 18.  Join us next week for John 19.

 

Love is patient, love is kind.

It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.

It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking,

it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.

~1 Corinthians 13:4-5 (NIV)~

I Corinthians 13 is a good chapter to read.  It is full of reminders we need periodically.

“Others” Lyrics – http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/Others/

 

Have a great day today as you prepare for serving in at Bible Study and worship tomorrow.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tonight – Valentine Banquet at FBC, Kentwood @ 6 P.M.

Thursday – Third Thursday at the Cabin @ 6:30