Category: Bible Study

Tuesday

Surely your goodness and love

will follow me all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

~Psalm 23:6~

 

Wonderful reports!

  • Sherman Cutrer‘s heart corrected itself.  He is back home.
  • Sandy B. Morgan‘s platelets are improving enough she is out of bleeding danger and has been allowed to go home.
  • Thank you, Lord!

The Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off Station collected boxes from seven groups/individuals yesterday.  We had plenty of help during the day.  The slow time between visits gave us the opportunity to visit.  I must say Day One was a success because of all the shoeboxes that are on the way to a boy or girl somewhere who may never have received a gift before or heard of Jesus.  I’m looking forward to Day Two!

Thankfulness Day 15:  I must say how thankful I am for Samaritan’s Purse and its Operation Christmas Child.  David and I have seen the gifts and delivery people as they traveled overseas, the gifts actually being delivered, and the workers as they traveled home.  I can only imagine how lives of boys and girls have been changed.  I’m sure many heard about Jesus and His love for the first time.

The Friday Morning Bible Study will complete John 11 this week.  Handouts will be available for the next chapter.  See you at 10:00.

 

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 147:1-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Third Thursday at the Cabin – Come join us at 6:30 for our monthly gathering.  We love to have our friends here and love to make new friends.

 

Trouble and distress have come upon me, but your commands give me delight.                                                                                                                                         ~ Psalm 119:143 (NIV)~ 

(We can delight in the Lord despite our troubles!)

“Jesus is Coming Soon”

 

Knowing that Jesus is going to come soon should guide our footsteps today and every day!

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

“Don’t repay evil for evil.

Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you.

Instead, pay them back with a blessing.

That is what God has called you to do,

and he will grant you his blessing.”

~1 Peter 3:9 NLT, 2nd ed.~

 

David and I had a good visit with Johnny Belgard Tuesday.  Four months in Ochsner was a long time.  He is looking better.  We thank God for his return to good health and for all your prayers for him.  One of the benefits of his improved health is the opportunity to again teach his Sunday School class at FBC, Amite.

Kathy said that Chris Wales may be able to return home tonight depending on how well he does in physical therapy.  Pray for Chris as he adjusts to his new knee,

Linda K. Graves is in Kentwood until Friday.  Thank God she has this opportunity to visit with friends and church family for a few days.

 

Gussie Hayden Stevens

February 09, 1934 – November 09, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/4001749

Vertalee Hayden Blalock

December 10, 1924 – November 08, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/4001784

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 136:1-12

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

     “Being Christian and American” – http://www.bpnews.net/47844/firstperson—being-christian-and-american

“On Mission Today” –  Subscribe and read stories such as “16 Ways to Pray for Missionaries” – http://lp.namb.net/subscribe-to-on-mission-today  (This is a free online magazine.)

    See this article as an example – https://www.imb.org/2016/11/08/16-ways-to-pray-for-missionaries/?utm_campaign=On+Mission+Today&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=37336950&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9YWOvN8TBcdCt30BC5YV6kyLI5bSah44DtjvtQ0o79BwCcQH0LRuedAIwgWT2I69PYbr3OewhSKJi6maFgL20_9cc8qA&_hsmi=37336950

Friday Morning Bible Study – FBC, Kentwood Fellowship Hall at 10:00; You are welcome to join us.

Christmas Joy Opportunity – Bring a book of Christmas stamps which will be placed on Christmas cards we already have and given to prisoners so they can communicate with family members during the Christmas Season.  The deadline is December 4th.

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off – November 14-21 at FBC, Kentwood.

God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways;                                                                                                   he does great things beyond our understanding.                                                                                     He says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth,’                                                                                                   and to the rain shower, ‘Be a mighty downpour.’                                                                                                                                                        ~Job 37:5-6 (NIV)~

“He’s Everything to Me”

Lyrics – http://www.worshiptogether.com/songs/hes-everything-to-me

Scripture Reference – Acts 17:27

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0S5AknvJAUU

Thankfulness Day 10 – I’m thankful for my grandson who has many outdoor skills/ love for country living, even though he was not raised in the country, leadership skills without being domineering, and is also very tenderhearted.

I hope you enjoyed “meeting my three grandsons”.  Tomorrow, I will begin to introduce you to my three granddaughters.

Anna Lee

Sunday

 

“I have told you these things,

so that in me you may have peace.

In this world you will have trouble.

But take heart!

I have overcome the world.”

~John 16:33~

 

 

Time change this morning!

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.

 

Scripture Writing – I Thessalonians 5:12-18

World Day of Prayer – 10 A.M. Monday at Kedron

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off begin November 14th.

Children’s Mission class meets at 6:00 Wednesdays.

Friday Morning Bible Study meets at 10:00 on Fridays.

Needed – Christmas Stamps for Christmas card for prisoners

 

“It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer;                                                                      And while they are still speaking, I will hear.”                                                                                                                                                                         ~Isaiah 65:24 NKJV~

“Teach Me to Pray”

Be thankful today and every day!

Anna Lee

 

Friday

Peace I leave with you;

my peace I give you.

I do not give to you as the world gives.

Do not let your hearts be troubled

and do not be afraid.

~John 14:27~

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.

Scripture Writing – Isaiah 12:2-6 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah+12%3A2-6&version=NIV

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

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,

then I will hear from heaven,

and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

~2 Chronicles 7:14, NKJV~

Today’s hymn – “Learning to Lean”

Lyrics – http://christiansongoftheday.blogspot.com/2009/03/learning-to-lean.html (It looks long, but the chorus is written after each verse.)

Hymn story – http://absolutelygospel.com/index.php?/content/articles/7190 (I don’t know if you read these hymn stories, but if think if you read this one you will say “Wow!” and hum or sing this song for yourself.)

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4GHGIcAK0M

                     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a80QMrpFpMA

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M.

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off Week at FBC, Kentwood – Nov. 14-21

Two Rivers Associational WMU – You do not need to be a member of WMU to attend.

November 7 –  World Day of Prayer – Kedron Baptist Church at 10 A.M.

December 4 – Lottie Moon Tea – Kentwood at 2 P.M.

Project – Stamped Christmas Cards for prisoners 

You can provided stamped Christmas cards or stamps for cards I already have.

Bring to me by Dec. 4 or deliver to the jail yourself.

Prayers are amazing, from the heart, cost-free, and effective.

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday

Even though I walk through the darkest valley,

I will fear no evil, for you are with me;

your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

~Psalm 23:4~

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.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 95:1-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

“Are You Underestimating God” by Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com/2016/10/31/are-you-underestimating-god/

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)~

“He is My Everything” 

 

Children in Action – Wednesday night 6-7 P.M.

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M.

 

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. 

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

“And I am certain that God,

who began the good work within you,

will continue his work until it is finally finished

on the day when Christ Jesus returns”

~Philippians 1:6 NLT~

 

Stan Williams, son of J.L. and Wanzie WIlliams, traveled to Houston yesterday and will begin a week of treatment while hospitalized at M.D. Anderson.  Then, he will come home until time for the next treatment, until he has completed six treatments.  (Thanks to David Brabham for the update.) . Please pray for Stan and his family as he is treated for lymphoma.

 

John Lewis Brooke

July 03, 1979 – October 18, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3983494

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – John 10:14-18

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

“Young” Ladies Birthday Party 

  • Tuesday
  • 11 A.M.
  • The Cafe

Friday Morning Bible Study will be a work time for Operation Christmas Child.

Preparation for Operation Christmas Child Packing Party

  • Monday – Candy donations can be left at the church office
  • Tuesday – Candy donations will be bagged for shipment
  • Wednesday – Tables will be moved after prayer meeting
  • Friday – Decorating and other work in fellowship hall
  • Saturday – Packing party scheduled for 6 P.M.
    • Wear Christmas colors
    • Bring delicious Christmas snacks to share with other packers.
    • Shoeboxes packed
    • Everyone is encouraged to be a part of this big event.
  • You will have an opportunity to sign up for working on November 14-21 as FBC,Kentwood serves as a drop-off location.

 

I’m so excited about the shoeboxes and all the needy children who will be receiving them!

Anna Lee

Friday

Praise the LORD.

Blessed are those who fear the LORD,

who find great delight in his commands

~Psalm 112:1~

 

Please pray for Linda Frazier’s sister, Ann Whitman, who is hospitalized in Ruston.

Linda K. Graves – I’ll update later.

 

Scripture Writing – John 10:1-4

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Opportunities

  • Today – Friday morning Bible study at 10
  • Sunday – Sunday School  Worship (A.M. & P.M.); Kids in Action at 5:30
  • Next week – Preparations for Packing Party (Contact me to help.)
  • Tuesday – “Young” Ladies Birthday Party
  • Wednesday – Children in Action; Prayer Meeting – 6 P.M.
  • Friday & Saturday – Preparation for Packing Party
  • Saturday – Packing Party (Children, youth, and adults) – 6 P.M. – 325 Shoeboxes

Need! – Individually wrapped hard candy for 325 shoeboxes.  Please bring your donation to me Sunday morning.  Thanks so much.

Third Thursday at the Cabin – Good attendance and food/Great music (James Rimes) and devotional (David).   If you missed it, mark your calendar for next month and guard the date.

What a blessing to us to have another Third Thursday Gathering here!  God continues to bless us in a big way!

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“God has given each of you some special abilities;

be sure to use them to help each other,

passing on to others God’s many kinds of blessings.”

~1 Peter 4:10 TLB~

 

Shira Easley is having some health problems and has been hospitalized in Covington.  Please pray for her.

 

 

The Associational WMU meeting yesterday was  so touching/inspiring.  I am so appreciative of those who have worked so hard following the flood and those who continue to help others.  What a witness some of our area churches have been and continue to be!  Thanks, Osyka Baptist Church, for sharing your experiences from your heart.

 

Arcola Presbyterian Church

There will be a church service at the old Presbyterian Church that is connected to the (Arcola Roseland) cemetery on October 30, 2016 at 5:00 PM. This is the annual homecoming service for the community as many in our area attended the church. Please come and celebrate the history of the oldest church in Tangipahoa parish. (The church meets twice a year, spring and fall.)

Scripture Writing – 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Children in Action – Wednesday at 6 P.M.

Third Thursday at the Cabin – 6:30 Thursday

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10:00

Operation Christmas Child  Need – Individually wrapped hard candy

 

Serving God is a wonderful way to go through life.

Anna Lee

 

Friday

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden,

and I will give you rest.”

~Matthew 11:28 RSV~

 

Yesterday’s Update on Jeana Lee-Newton:

I am at Dr appt with jeana in New Orleans two places in her stomach have pulled a loose and she has two holes in her stomach putting her back in hospital again says he’s going to put wound vac in her stomach PLEASE pray for her again she’s been really nauseous and vomiting last 3-4 days . Of course she’s very upset so please pray for us all its really taking a toll on me and for sure her. Thanks for the prayers

Jimmy Schwartz is doing much better.  Please continue to pray for him.

Mr. Roy Stewart of Amite is very sick.  Pray for his family, especially his daughter, Nancy, who is extremely close to him.  Mr. Roy was the owner/pharmacist of Drive-In Drugstore in Amite for many years.

“Miss” Bessie Hayden had laser surgery yesterday to improve her vision.  She’s doing very well and looking forward to being able to see better.

 

David and I had two great experiences Wednesday and Thursday.  What a blessing for us!

  • Wednesday, along with Andy and Betty Taylor, we visited and shared the Lord’s Supper with Mr. and Mrs. Philip Harrell.  I can’t tell what a blessing it was for us.  Thanks to Andy and Betty.
  • Thursday, along with a number of others from church, we participated in the worship service at Kentwood Manor.  The residents there love to sing hymns as much as I do!  It was another great blessing.  Thanks to each person, residents and visitors, who participated.

 

 

Scripture Writing – Hebrews 12:1-3

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Bible Study 

  • This morning at 10:00
  • John 10:22-42

The Associational WMU meeting will be Monday at Montpelier at 10:00 featuring Bro. Joe Weaver and ladies from his church, Osyka,  explaining their recent brown bag ministry following the flood.  Come learn how your church can minister to others in this and other ways.

 

Operation Christmas Child:  Please bring bags of individually wrapped hard candies.  Christmas candy, especially candy canes, large or small, would be wonderful.

 

Jesus GAVE his life for us!  What can we do to serve Him?

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

“This is what the LORD Almighty said:

‘Administer true justice;

show mercy and compassion to one another.

Do not oppress the widow or the fatherless,

the foreigner or the poor.

Do not plot evil against each other.’

~Zechariah 7:9-10~

 

 

Bubba and Linda Huckaby – Today, I want to add Bubba’s faithful caregiver.  We all know the importance the caregiver is in the care and recovery from any illness.  As you pray for one, pray also for the other one.

Christian Smalley and his family – Christian is Karen Miller’s grandson who was injured while playing baseball.  He continues to need our prayers.

Bruce and Dorothy Fussell – Both have been sick.  Their daughter is the caregiver for both of them.

Continue to pray for the Schwartz family.  Jimmy is slowing “losing ground”.

 

 

Scripture Writing – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=I+John+2%3A15-17&version=NIV

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Children in Action, our missions organization, will study Matthew 14:13-21 tonight.  It’s about the loaves and fish.  Bring you children and grandchildren and see how we will use a cartoon and Goldfish crackers.  We meet at 6 P.M. in the L-wing.

 

The Associational WMU will meet Monday at Montpelier.  The pastor and some ladies from Osyka Baptist Church will be there to tell us about one of their flood relief activities that involved the whole church, a brown bag ministry.  You don’t have to be a member of a WMU or even a lady to come.   We will begin at 10 A.M.

 

Friday Morning Bible Study will meet at 10 A..M. and has plans to complete John 10.  It’s always a good time to join Bible Study.

 

Missions Need – HARD, INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED CANDY!  Each of our 325 shoeboxes will have a small bag of candy.  We are almost ready to pack them up, so now is the time to bring in lots of hard candy.  You can leave it in the office if I am no there.

 

Do your best today!

Anna Lee