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Friday

So if the Son sets you free,

you will be free indeed.

~John 8:36~

Pray for Mr. Kent Raiford of Arcola as he undergoes tests to determine why there has been a sudden change in his health.

Tish Fairburn received a good report in Houston.

Went back to Dr. Oki in Houston today. More good news. There is only one spot that has lymphoma. He was expecting more. Since it is only one, I am going to have 12 radiation treatments. He said that should kill it. Start treatments on July17th. I am living proof that God does do miracles. So thankful for that.

Pray for Josiah Huckaby, son of Job and K.K.

We’ve had quite a few people asking about Josiah…so here’s an update: He is doing good. He is up to 8 lb.. 5.5oz. We had a set back with his lungs so he is on a Bubble CPAP now. They have been able to wean him some but it has been very slowly. As far as his g-tube, he is doing well with that. They are working towards weaning him down to 30 minute feeds every 3 hours. Still no idea when he will get to come home. One of the doctors told us he probably has a long way to go since this last set back. Today is day 114 in the NICU but God is so good & He has been so faithful to us. We have also been blessed by so much kindness during the last 3.5 months and we can’t express the gratitude & love that overwhelms our hearts…y’all know who you are.

Mr. J.D. Smith celebrated his 84th birthday in rehab with lots of attention from his family. Pray for him as he continues rehab on his new shoulder.

James “Rube” Ardillo

March 08, 1953 – June 28, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituaries/view/id/4280562?fh_id=10545

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 51-52 & Psalm 27

Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 14 & 15

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

Baptist Message – http://baptistmessage.com

Sunday, First Baptist Church, Kentwood will honor first responders during the morning worship. A church-wide lunch will follow that. You are invited to attend.

I saw a portion of a Bill Gaither patriotic program last night. If you have the opportunity to view it, please do so.

“A Few Good Men”

Lyrics – http://www.metrolyrics.com/a-few-good-men-lyrics-gaither-vocal-band.html
History – From a play and a movie – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Few_Good_Men_(play)
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ygfbt_4pgM

Thank-you for reading and praying. If you ever have a need you would like for us to pray about, please contact me through the “CONTACT” section at the top, right portion of this page.

Anna Lee

Thursday

Command those who are rich in this present world

not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth,

which is so uncertain,

but to put their hope in God,

who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.

1 Timothy 6:17

Mr. J.D. Smith is continuing to slowly improve. Keep him in your prayers as he faces the ups and downs of recovery/rehab.
Betty Simpson is having a very hard time with her back right now. Let’s pray for her as she endures the pain she is going though.
Denise LaBarbera Rose, formerly of Amite, requests prayer for her youngest sister Michelle LaBarbera Murphy of Amite. Michelle’s test is today.

PRAYERS NEEDED PLEASE: To all of my praying friends, please add my youngest sister, Michelle, to your prayer lists. She has been battling “a health issue” for a couple of months and has an important CT scan tomorrow. Please pray for good results! We believe in our All Mighty God and in the power of prayer! Any and all prayers would be very much appreciated… To God be the Glory!!!

The youth from three of our area churches were at camp together in Georgia this week. I understand a number of decisions were made. Let’s pray for the youth.

James “Rube” Ardillo of Amite passed away yesterday. Please be in prayer for his large extended family and many friends.

Gabrielle Christine McCoy

May 12, 2008 – June 27, 2017 http://www.mckneelys.com/obituaries/view/id/4280012?fh_id=10545

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 49-50 and Psalm 26

Baptist Press – www.bpnews.net

Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 14-15

Be a blessing to someone today.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you,

then choose for yourselves this day

whom you will serve,

whether the gods your ancestors served

beyond the Euphrates,

or the gods of the Amorites,

in whose land you are living.

But as for me and my household,

we will serve the LORD.”

~Joshua 24:15~

Mr. John Phillips’ double knee surgery has been changed to July 21st. Pray he is able to walk much better after he recovers.

Mr. J.D. Smith‘s shoulder surgery went well at St. Tammany yesterday. Pray for him as the goes through therapy.

Mrs. Hortense Courtney, David’s oldest brother’s mother-in-law, passed away. Her obituary can be found here – http://www.thompsoncares.com/obituaries/Ella-Hortense-Courtney/#!/Obituary

The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party well celebrate June birthdays this morning at 11:00 at The Cafe. All ladies are invited to join us for a Dutch-treat lunch and birthday cake.

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 40-44 and Psalm 24

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Operation Christmas Child – We have to get BUSY in making our purchases for the shoeboxes. Please begin this week and then, bring your purchases to my Sunday School room, next to the choir room, so I can store your items and begin an inventory. Next month, July, we will begin to collect school supplies. If you have a question about what you can bring, please ask me.

Caskey Prayer from the NOBSTS

“God,

Open a door,

Open their heart, and

Open my mouth.”

Anna Lee

Monday

But those who hope in the LORD

will renew their strength.

They will soar on wings like eagles;

they will run and not grow weary,

they will walk and not be faint.

~Isaiah 40:31~

Pray for J.D. Smith as he is admitted to the hospital this morning for shoulder surgery around noon. Pray the surgery goes well allowing him more use and less pain in the future.

Pray for Betty Simpson who is having back issues.

COL KENNETH “KEN” WALLACE SEYMOUR, U. S. ARMY (Ret.)

http://www.gamblefuneralservice.com/obituary/col-kenneth-ken-wallace-seymour-u-s-army-ret/

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 37-39 & Psalm 23

Ladies, don’t forget the birthday party tomorrow at The Cafe to honor some special ladies. We will meet at 11 A.M.

Have a blessed Monday by being a blessing to someone.

Anna Lee

Friday

Have I not commanded you?

Be strong and courageous.

Do not be afraid;

do not be discouraged,

for the LORD your God will be with you

wherever you go.”

~Joshua 1:9~

Cheryl Dillon is now home from her knee surgery. She’s doing well.

Dan Joseph DiVittorio, Jr.

November 13, 1961 – June 21, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituaries/view/id/4270487?fh_id=10545

Many of the church youth will be leaving tonight for camp in Georgia this week. Pray for the camp to minister to them and touch their young lives. Pray for the adults who will accompany the youth that they will have wisdom and understanding, as well as patience. Pray for each youth to be open to all the opportunities to grow in the Lord. May the youth come back and be a mighty force in influencing other youth as well as the adults and children in our church.

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 26-29 & Psalm 20

Bible Study at 10 – Ezekiel 13

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

SBC: The World’s Largest Family Reunion – https://www.imb.org/2017/06/22/sbc-the-worlds-largest-family-reunion/ – Take time to consider how your church could fill in your area of the map. We can make a bigger difference if we all work together!

Many of us will be shopping some in the next few days. Consider beginning your shopping for Operation Christmas Child. Items that you might consider – bars of soap, washcloths, toy cars and dolls, balls, small purses, and flashlights with batteries.

Have a blessed day! Be a blessing to someone!

Anna Lee

Thursday

Be on your guard;

stand firm in the faith;

be courageous;

be strong.

~1 Corinthians 16:13~

Our lesson in children’s mission class last night was about the need for missionaries to be brave as they share their faith.

Bro. Jeff Mizell’s of Line Creek had his surgery. Once again. a polyp was removed from his vocal cords. He will be unable to talk for two weeks. Pray for him as he waits for the lab report.

Paul Charles Genco

October 09, 1927 – June 20, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/paul-genco

Let’s spend much of today praying for weather related issues. It is our responsibility to check on others and help them out to the best of our ability.

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 23-25 & Psalm 19

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Friday Morning Bible Study will meet tomorrow. We will focus on Ezekiel 13. It’s always a good week to join Bible study.

Sunday, the Pine Ridge United Methodist Church will host their monthly breakfast benefit. Join them at 8 A.M. for a great breakfast and help someone with a special need.

The Lord’s Church will have a celebration service Sunday at 10:30 as they celebrate the change of their name to Taylor Creek Baptist Church. You are invited to join them.

Be safe, but be helpful.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

You say, ‘I am rich;

I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’

But you do not realize that you are wretched,

pitiful, poor, blind and naked.

~Revelation 3:17~

Good reports on two men named Rufus Williams:

Rufus of Line Creek is doing better and as always has a good attitude.
Ryan Rufus of Spring Creek will be returning to his home today.

Bettye Fussell completed the sixth and final chemo yesterday. The next step is to have surgery. No date is scheduled yet.

Cheryl Dillon had knee surgery yesterday. All went well. She should be home in a few days.

Jeff Mizell, pastor of Line Creek Baptist Church, had another polyp removed from his throat yesterday. Pray for a good report.

Kelle Maria Stevens

February 07, 1979 – June 18, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/kelle-stevens

Friday

“God will raise us from the dead by his power,

just as he raised our Lord from the dead.”

~1 Corinthians 6:14 NLT~

Matt, Shea, and Lindsey made it home safely. Pray for them as they make jet lag adjustments.

Marllise Ory Harrell, a childhood friend from Rosalind passed away.

http://harrymckneely.com/obituaries/marlise-jeanne-harrell

Minnie Iva Jenkins McNabb

December 19, 1924 – June 13, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituaries/view/id/4263489?fh_id=10545

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 1-3. Psalm 13, and Video non Jeremiah at jointhebibleproject.com

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Thank God He chose to give you this day, rain or no rain.

Anna Lee

Sunday

Greater love has no one than this:

to lay down one’s life for one’s friends

~John 15:13~

I forgot to share David‘s good news from Friday afternoon. His eyes are doing great! The retina specialist said he was graduating David to six months without an appointment.

Speaking of graduating, Mallory did that yesterday, but we did not get to watch it. The church did not have the wi-fi necessary. We did see a few pictures and hope to hear a report from the family today.

There have been a couple of area deaths, but I’m waiting for obituaries from the funeral home before I share them.

Read the Bible today – Ecc. 9-12 & Psalm 10

Vacation Bible School is available at several churches today/this week for your children/grandchildren.

Bible Drill class for children will be tonight at 6 P.M.

There will be no Third Thursday Gatherings this summer, but we will resume in September. I do have my piano in the cabin thanks to a wonderful group of young, strong friends from church. I’ll be looking forward to a good ole hymn singing time. Come with a list of favorites!

Have a blessed Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength.”

~2 Timothy 4:17a NIV~

Today, let’s add Mrs. Mary Nell Kliesch to our prayer list. She has spent some time at North Oaks, but may come home today. I know she will be appreciative of your prayers.

James Wesley Lee, Jr.

November 11, 1959 – June 07, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/james-lee-jr

There will be no Friday Morning Bible Study this week of next week.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Bible Reading for Today – Proverbs 22-24 & Psalm 5

I’m looking forward to the VBS Friday night program at FBC, Kentwood.

The Sovereign LORD is my strength;

he makes my feet like the feet of a deer,

he enables me to tread on the heights.

For the director of music.

On my stringed instruments.

~Habakkuk 3:19 (NIV)~

Devotional Thought – “What Would You Do with $524160.00? – http://waylonbailey.com/2017/06/07/what-would-you-do-with-524160-00/

Dr. Bailey shares very interesting thoughts on his daily blog. You may choose to receive them, as I do.

May God Depend on You?

Lyrics – http://www.hymntime.com/tch/htm/m/g/d/mgdonyou.htm
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfE7dMY-9vI

Pray for Bro. Wendell as she shares the plan of salvation with the older children at VBS today.

Anna Lee