Bible Study – Page 56 – The Prayer Link

Thursday

“God is faithful.

He will not allow the temptation

to be more than you can stand.

When you are tempted,

he will show you a way out

so that you can endure.”

~1 Corinthians 10:13b~

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Mrs. Ruby Dillon

“Miss” Ruby was slightly better last night. Let’s pray the light of this day finds her much improved. I hope most of us will be able to avoid taking a turn with this “bug”. She saw a doctor yesterday and is at home now.

Mrs. Kathryn Kuss

“Miss” Katheryn was feeling much better last night. She will stay in the hospital long enough to get a test scheduled for Monday done. Thank God for her improvement. She’s in room 4404.

Wendell Miller

J. C.’s brother continues to have problems with his heart, so Monday he will have a stent put in a heart vessel. Let’s pray this will give him improved health. The Surgery will be at OLOL in Baton Rouge.

Donnie Travis

Donnie Travis of Arcola will be hospitalized at North Oaks so he can have two by-passes in his heart Monday. Let’s pray the doctors can again patch him up and keep him going.

Mrs. Ivy Jean Womack

Pray for “Miss” Ivy Jean as she goes to learn about the treatment plan she will need. Your prayers will be appreciated.

Third Thursday

Thursday (today), we will have the Thursday Thursday meeting at the cabin at 6:30 P.M. We hope you will join us. James Rimes will be sharing a devotional through word and song.

Friday’s Bible Study

We are studying the Bible using a segment form Bonanza. It is very interesting this way. After our study Friday, we will eat at The Cafe in Kentwood. It is never too late to join because each segment “stands alone”. We meet at 10:00 in the fellowship hall of FBC, K.

Baptist Press

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Our Daily Bread – “Misplaced Love”

http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “The Love of God”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/o/loveofgo.htm

I thank God for the change in the weather. It seems to have given people a chance to get outside and enjoy God’s beautiful world rather than stay inside all the time. Have a fantastic day. Thanks for praying for these and other needs you may be aware of.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Call to Me,

and I will answer you,

and show you great and mighty things,

which you do not know.”

~Jeremiah 33:3~

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Kathryn Kuss

“Miss” Kathryn has been hospitalized since Tuesday morning. I’m checking to learn where she is and will post an update.

John Vining

Mr. John’s surgery went well. He had a blockage, but it wasn’t big enough for a stent. Thank God for this good report.

Buddy Morris

Mr. Buddy has infection in the area of his lung, so he will be hospitalized longer. Pray doctors can identify the problem and get it corrected. Pray he is well enough to come home with the family Friday.

Nyra Rigby

James Rimes said Karen Miller’s surgery will be Tuesday. Pray for “Miss” Nyra and for her family as well as the medical staff of UA that they will know and do their best with her care.

Baptist Press

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Today’s Baptist Press contains some stories that impressed me greatly. I hope you will read and pray along with these missionaries. Maybe, God is calling you to serve along with them for a short period of time….

A Commission Story that will touch your heart

http://www.commissionstories.com/photos/view/tired-of-fighting/1

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Boo!”

http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “Be Not Dismayed” or “God Will Take Care of You”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/g/w/gwiltake.htm

This is my standby favorite song when troubles seem more than I can handle. I hope you have a favorite Scripture or song you turn to, like I do. If not, I will be glad for you to share mine.

Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer 2014

Lucus Aube -Canada

http://www.anniearmstrong.com/lucasaube/

Bonanza Bible Study

God led me to these wonderful Bible studies at the missions office in Franklinton. I hope they are as meaningful to others as they are to me. We meet again tomorrow morning in the fellowship hall of FBC,K at 10:00. This is open to anyone who wishes to be blessed along with us.

I pray for comfort, peace, and patience for many of you. I know these are all available through Jesus. Let’s turn to Him daily to help us.

Anna Lee

Friday

“It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer; And while they are still speaking, I will hear.”

~Isaiah 65:24~

Daily Devotional – “Big Spring”

http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “No, Never Alone”

http://www.hymnal.net/hymn.php/h/688

This song has brought me much comfort since I was a child. The Scripture today, Isaiah 65:24, and this song will surely comfort some hearts today.

Baptist Press

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Read about the movie, “Son of God”, missions, and other timely topics.

Bonanza Bible Study

10:00 at FBC this morning
Bring a sack lunch.

I’ll add another post this afternoon.

Have a great day! Remember God is always with you, so you are “Never Alone”!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“(God our Savior) desires all men to be saved

and to come to the knowledge of the truth.”

~1 Timothy 2:4~

Ferrie Gene Blackmon

“Miss” Ferrie Gene was admitted to the hospital in Greensburg hospital to get some fluids. She may have come home last night, but I don’t know if that happened.

Larry Miller

Larry had a test in Baton Rouge early this morning. Let’s pray doctors have made the best decision about what to do/not do next.

Mrs. Myra Rigby, Karen Miller’s Mom

Karen’s mom, in Alabama, is having some issues. Please keep her in your prayers.

Mrs. Doris Young

Pray for “Miss” Doris as she has some tests/procedures done.

Wayne Simpson

Please continue to pray for Wayne. He has not fully recovered from his problems that led to his recent fifteen day stay in the hospital.

Gail Brister

“Miss” Gail is improving, but still finds it very difficult to function with neither arms working as usual. Pray for her continued recovery time to get better each day.

Baptist Press – Keep informed.

http://www.bpnews.net/

Daily Devotional – “Consider the Lilies”

http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “Lily of the Valley”

http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/The_Lily_of_the_Valley/

“Bonanza” Bible Study

FBC, Fellowship Hall

Friday mornings at 10:00

Everyone is invited.

Tomorrow – Bring a sack lunch for a sweet fellowship time.

BCM lunch at SLU

Thanks to all who prepared or purchased food for the meal. We hit the “nail on the head” with our slight changes in the menu. We had big smiles and compliments from almost every student. Thanks to the Sunday School classes that participated and to James Rimes, Eleanor Morris, Smiley and Carol Jean Conerly, and David and Anna Lee for servant-like attitudes in transporting, preparing, serving, and cleaning up.. Special, special thanks to Marty and Gretchen Simpson for their skills and work in preparing the jambalaya. Thanks too, to Bro. Michael, Brandi, and Paxton for traveling down so Bro. Michael could speak to the BCM students. We’ll do this again next year and look forward to doing so.

Looking Ahead

The annual “spring forward” time change is coming in two weeks. Mark you calendar now so you will be prepared for the change on March 9th.

Thanks for reading and praying today. You are greatly appreciated by so many who have benefitted from your thoughts and actions.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth;

It shall not return to Me void,

But it shall accomplish what I please,

and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.”

~Isaiah 55:11~

Ferrie Gene Blackmon

Please continue to pray for Ferrie Gene as she recovers from her heart surgery

Ruby Louise Jenkinson Edwards

(August 16, 1939 – February 19, 2014)

A resident of Amite, LA, she died at 9:45 p.m. on Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born August 16, 1939 and was 74 years of age. Survived by her brother, Donald Jenkinson and his wife, Mary, Tylertown, MS; nephew, Donald Jenkinson and his wife, Kristi, Tylertown, MS; niece, Vonda Granger and her husband, Jules; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby E. Edwards; parents, Dewey and Mae Jenkinson; 2 sisters, Bonnie Lopinto and Kathleen Dorthery; brothers, Wallace Jenkinson; special niece, Sondra Oliphant. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 2 p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2014. Services will be conducted by Rev. Marlin Arceneaux. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Daily Devotional – “Bolt on Blake”

http://odb.org/

Inspiring Story – The Old Man and His Wisdom

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kathleen-buckstaff/life-lessons_b_4670183.html

Hymn of the Day – “Others”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/t/h/others.htm

Baptist Press

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Friday Morning Bible Study – Bonanza #1

Our clip from the TV program was very good on it’s own this morning. I think this lesson on transformation has been my favorite of all we have done so far. Needless to say, our lives were transformed when we placed Jesus in our lives. We hope to live in such a way that others can see Him in what we say and do. I look forward to the next eleven Bonanza lessons. It is never too late to join us.

Looking Ahead – “Young” Ladies BIble Study

Tuesday at 11:00 at The Cafe

Join us in celebrating February Birthdays

Disciple Now

Continue to pray for the youth from several area churches as they are meeting this weekend at FBC, Kentwood for Disciple Now. Pray the leaders impart the message God has for each of the youth.

Wednesday lunch for the BCM at SLU

If you attend FBC, Kentwood, you will likely find a request to help provide a portion of the meal we will be serving Wednesday. Thanks, ahead of time, for your cooperation in feeding about 150 students one of the best meals they receive all year. Know that the BCM is important in the lives of college students. You will be helping to draw students in to the center. Who wants a hamburger when they smell jambalaya cooking?

Get out of your little world and do something for someone else! Both of you will be blessed.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“In an acceptable time I have heard You,

and in the day of salvation I have helped You.

In the time of my favor I will answer you,

and in the day of salvation I will help you.”

~Isaiah 49:8a~

Mrs. Yvonne Birch

Yvonne got tripped by a dog and broke her leg Monday. Just as she was getting close to getting past her back surgery, she is bummed up again. Pray for her as she goes through this latest health issue.

Mrs. Ferrie Gene Blackmon

Ferrie Gene got home from the hospital, for the second time, Monday. She is still full of energy, but is limited in what she should be doing. Pray for her to be patient as she gives herself time to heal.

Mr. Wayne Criswell (by Mary Criswell)

We got home about 5:30 and Wayne’s surgery went fine! We got caught in
the traffic mess on I-12 and took almost 2 hours to get back to
Hammond! One step closer to licking this thing!
His first Chemo will be Friday morning! Keep us in your prayers!!

Mr. John Orr (Texas)

John is at home in Sulphur Springs, Texas again. Keep praying.

Mr. Bobby Simpson

Pray for Bobby and Betty as they prepare for his surgery 3-3-14 at North Oaks. Thankfully, he will only be given a local anesthetic. Pray the surgery will be effective and not need to be repeated.

Mrs. Peggy Berberette

Peggy Berberette, 60, of Magnolia, MS, went home to be with the Lord on February 19, 2014, surrounded by her family at her residence in Magnolia after her battle with cancer. Visitation is Thursday, February 20, 2014, at 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Fernwood Baptist Church and continue on Friday, February 21, 2014 from 1:00 PM until the time of service at 2:00 PM at Fernwood Baptist Church in Fernwood. Graveside service will follow at Magnolia Cemetery. Bro. Eddie Hilburn and Bro. Ed Stewart will officiate the services. Catchings Funeral Home (McComb location) is handling the arrangements.

Pallbearers are Charley Johnson, Eric Johnson, Josh Berberette, Jacob Fisher, Ladd Turner, and Brian Berberette.

Mrs. Berberette was born December 20, 1953, in McComb, MS to E. C. and Mary Nell King McDaniel. She was of the Baptist faith and attended Faith Assembly of God. She worked at Kellwood during the early years of her marriage and ,after the birth of her third child, she dedicated her life to raising her family. She loved to fish in the Mississippi River and at Percy Quin State Park. She loved to be outside and was an avid gardener. She shared her love of nature with all of her children and grandchildren. She was also very skilled at crocheting (having crocheted many blankets for her children and grandchildren) and writing poetry. She won a certificate of excellence for one of her poems. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

She is preceded in death by her parents, E. C. and Mary Nell King McDaniel; brother, Wayne McDaniel; and a niece, Amber Johnson.

Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Paul Berberette; daughters, Christy Berberette Turner and husband Ladd of Kentwood, LA, and Courtney Berberette of Fernwood, MS; son, Craig Berberette and wife Nickie of Kentwood, LA; sister, Elaine McDaniel Johnson and husband Danny of Magnolia, MS; brothers, Claude King and wife Rita of Magnolia, MS, and Henry McDaniel and wife Gayle of Magnolia, MS; grandchildren, Josh Berberette, Dakota Fisher, Chloe Berberette, Raven Fisher, Jacob Fisher and Alayna Braden; two special friends, Diana Lacayo and Martha Knippers; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Susie Daniel Dickinson

There will be a service for her at 1 P.M. today at FBC, Woodlands in the Houston. area. I’m working on an obituary.

Baptist Press

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Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Covering Sinkholes”

http://odb.org/

Inspiring Stories about Families – “The Wooden Bowl”

http://academictips.org/blogs/the-wooden-bowl/

Hymn of the Day – “Nearer, My God, to Thee”

http://academictips.org/blogs/the-wooden-bowl/

Disciple Now Weekend

FBC, Kentwood will host a Disciple Now Weekend this weekend. Youth from a number of area churches will participate. Pray for the youth, the leaders, host families, and others involved in cooking or other preparations.

Ladies’ Bible Study

We will begin a series of lessons based on clips from “Bonanza”. You are welcome to join us Friday mornings at 10:00 at FBC, Kentwood.

Third Thursday

Our monthly gathering at the cabin will be tomorrow at 6:30. You are welcome to join us. Come and be blessed.

Be a blessing to someone today!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Don’t worry about anything,

but in everything,

through prayer and petition with thanksgiving,

let your requests be made known to God.”

~Philippians 4:6~

Mrs. Ferrie Gene Blackmon

She will have a procedure this morning at 7:00 to drain some of the fluid from around her heart and lungs. Please take time to pray for her.

Shay Collette

Shay is still in Children’s Hospital in New Orleans. She’s had five surgeries and is beginning skin grafts. She is able to move her fingers which is a good sign. Please continue to pray for this 13 year old.

Brandi and Rafe Cutrer

Please continue to pray for Brandi and Rafe as they travel back and forth to Covington for his treatments. Rafe is now able to sit, unassisted, for short periods of time.

Carol New

Carol had a fall last weekend. Thank God she did not break any bones, but only has bumps and bruises.

Jimmy Schwartz

Pray for Jimmy. He hasn’t had to be given blood lately. Pray for him to keep active.

Ray Blackwell

Ray got a good report yesterday. Thank God for the progress he has made in a relatively short period of time.

Rev. Tommy Hicks

Bro. Tommy is doing much better following his back surgery. Pray he continues to improve.

Mrs. Martha Traylor

“Miss” Martha is now in Kentwood Manor for a short period of continued treatment. As you pray for her, please pray for her children.

Mrs. Ivy Jean Womack

She has been undergoing some tests. Pray for doctors as they evaluate the tests and suggest treatment.

Mrs. Peggy Berberette (Ladd Turner’s mother-in-law)

Please continue to pray for her as she continues her battle with cancer.

Sylvia Jackson (sister of Gayle Owens)

Susie is in ICU at North Oaks. Prayers are requested by her family.

Ms. Ann McKee (wife of Paul who works for George Bales)

Ms. Ann passed away Wednesday afternoon at Kentwood Manor. Please pray for her family.

Glenn McMillan’s Memorial Service

If you wish to provide some food for the family meal, please get it to New Zion Baptist Church by 2:30 Saturday.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Reputation or Character?”

http://odb.org/

Involvement Encouraged by Billy Graham Evangelistic Emphasis

http://links.mkt1529.com/servlet/MailView?ms=NDUwOTM5OTIS1&r=NzQ1Mjk5MjcyODAS1&j=MzgxNzEzODI2S0&mt=1&rt=0Inspiring Stories –

“Kiss Someone before You Go”

http://academictips.org/blogs/kiss-someone-before-you-go/

Hymn of the Day – “O Happy Day”

http://www.poemhunter.com/song/o-happy-day/

I trust you are able to sing this song. If Jesus has not “washed your sins away”, please go to someone who can guide you in that decision. You will be eternally thankful you made that decision.

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Bible Study

We will meet as usual Friday morning at 10:00 at FBC, Kentwood. You are welcome to join us. No homework! No embarrassment! Come watch and listen.

Have a great day! Do something special to help someone else to have a great day too!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“I will sing about the LORD’s faithful love forever;

I will proclaim Your faithfulness

to all generations with my mouth.”

~Psalm 89:1~

Eugene Tackett

Eugene is home. He will be seeing his regular doctor, but so far it seems he has no damage. Thanks for praying for him.

Wanda Smith

Wanda Smith is improving after her recent surgery. She hopes to be able to make it to church Sunday. Continue to pray for her as her foot heals.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Hyperseeing”

http://odb.org/

This is going to be one of my favorites for a while.

Moral Stories – “Testing for Gossip”

http://academictips.org/blogs/testing-for-gossip/

Hymn of the Day – “Somebody Knows”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/s/o/m/somecare.htm

Pay attention to the words of this hymn. I think I am going to print them out to keep and to share.

Baptist Press

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The Friday morning Bible Study will meet at 10:00.

The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be the last Tuesday of the month at The Cafe in Kentwood.

FBC, Kentwood will provide the BCM meal at SLU the last Wednesday of the month.

Glenn McMillan’s memorial service will be at 3:00 Saturday at New Zion Baptist Church. A meal for the family will follow at NZBC.

Keep praying for those who are experiencing the latest snow/ice storm.

Anna Lee

Friday (might feel like Monday!)

“My flesh and my heart fails;

but God is the strength of my heart,

and my portion forever.”

~ Psalm 73:26 ~

Mrs. Ferrie Gene Blackwell

“Miss” Ferrie Gene’s shoulder surgery was going well according to the last report I had. Please pray for her as she goes through recovery and rehab in the coming days.

Macy Guelder

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal

More Deaths

Claude Hyde, Jr.
(July 19, 1955 – January 28, 2014)

http://mckneelys.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2395834&fh_id=10545

Lois Dykes
(January 18, 1923 – January 28, 2014)

http://mckneelys.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2395981&fh_id=10545

Andrew J. Sceroler Jr.
October 15, 1934 – January 30, 2014

http://obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n=Andrew-Sceroler&lc=2672&pid=169408119&mid=5836950

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Buyer’s Remorse”

http://odb.org/

“Tips for a Beautiful Life”

http://academictips.org/blogs/tips-for-a-beautiful-life/

I could add a few more times about serving and honoring God. I’m sure you could too.

Hymn of the Day – “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/s/l/slaslus.htm

Baptist Press

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Announcements

Dick Van Dyke Bible Study
- 10:00 this morning
- Taco soup lunch to follow
“Young” Ladies Birthday Party
- Tuesday at 11:00
- Nyla’s in Osyka
Mission project for February – Collecting linens for Restore
BCM Lunch
- Southeaster
- Last Wednesday of February

I think we can all say we are thankful to have seen the white sleet because it was so beautiful, but also thankful it is disappearing. Be careful as you walk around and drive. I know several people who have fallen and one family that is fine following a terrible accident on the black ice.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“[God] is able to do exceedingly abundantly

above all that we ask or think,

according to the power that works in us.”

~Ephesians 3:20~

There are many sick folks with colds, flu, and other seasonal problems. I’ll not try to list them, but you can pray specifically for those you know of and in general.

Lois Ann Bryant Eldridge
(January 15, 1944 – January 25, 2014)

A resident of Amite, she died at 6:08 a.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. She was born January 15, 1944 in Kayford, WV and was 70 years of age. For many years, she and her husband owned and operated Home Lumber and Hardware Company. She was an active member and choir member at First United Methodist Church in Amite and was active in the Amite Art Club. She is survived by her husband, Charles R. Eldridge, Jr., Amite; 3 children, Christina Ann Eldridge Calmes, and husband, Terry, Amite, Charles R. Eldridge, III and wife, Wendolyn, Hammond and Dana Lynn Eldridge Robin and husband, Josh, Baton Rouge; 6 grandchildren, Sean Eldridge, Tori Lyn Eldridge, Anthony Brit Calmes, Holly Christina Storey, Andrew Bradley Calmes and Robert Lake Storey; great granddaughter, Savannah Rose Ciccio; brother, Donald Bryant and wife, Brenda, Lafayette. Preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Dan Bryant and Mildred Crum Bryant. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mamie C. Eldridge Fund at First United Methodist Church, 800 N. Duncan Ave., Amite, LA 70422.

Angola Health Packets are due to FBC, Kentwood this morning. Let help minister to those 6.200 inmates.

Pine Ridge Methodist Church will have their monthly breakfast this morning. Donation will be used to help a family with current needs.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “An Ordinary Day”

http://odb.org/

This could be that day!

Motivational Stories – “Did You Build a Bridge or a Fence?”

http://academictips.org/blogs/do-you-build-bridge-or-fence/

There is a big lesson for us here!

Hymn of the Day – “Make Me a Blessing”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/m/a/makemeac.htm

Oh, that I could like my life with this sweet song in my heart every day.

“Young” Ladies Birthday Party

This is scheduled for Tuesday, but it seems like the weather will rule the day Tuesday, actually Tuesday through Friday. Check here or call the church office to learn if we will need to postpone this event.

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee