Category: Devotional

Wednesday

“So we continue to preach Christ to each person,

using all wisdom to warn and to teach everyone,

in order to bring each one into God’s presence as a mature person in Christ.”

~Colossians 1:28 NCV~

 

Pray for Daryl Carruth of Greensburg as he enters OLOL for heart tests/procedures today.  He and his family would be most appreciative of your prayers.

 

Hugh Christopher Bates
(October 1, 1930 – January 1, 2013)

Hugh Christopher Bates, 82 years old, born on October 1, 1930, passed away January 1, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Amelia Ruth Terry Bates; 2 daughters, Mary Margaret Bates Kundler and husband, Kenny and Aimee Jane Bates Blades and husband, Tyrone, all of Kentwood; Four grandchildren, Kristen Kundler, Kody Kundler, Hailey Milton, and Molly Blades; 2 sisters, Sylvia Stielper and husband, Rick, and Barbara Hall and husband, Billy; one brother, Arthur Odessa Bates; 3 brothers-in-law, Joe B. Terry and wife, Bonnie, Russell Carmical and Terry Rushing; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Willie Jordan and Bertha Jane Bates; one son, Patrick Christopher Bates; two brothers, Donald Ray Bates and Howard Lee Bates; three sisters, Willie Belle Strickland, Avis Carmical and Shirley Rushing; two sisters-in-law, Ann Bates and Joann Whitfield; two brothers-in-law, Rick Keith and Kerry Strickland; one nephew, John Strickland. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Wednesday and from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 3, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Joseph B. Day. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com

 Legacy of Love

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 Today’s Promise: You Can Know the Spirit’s Fullness

http://www.cru.org/training-and-growth/devotional-life/todays-promise/index.htm

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Anna Lee

Monday

 “Don’t let the world around you squeeze you into its own mould,

but let God re-mould your minds from within …”

~ Romans 12:2~

Raymond Cutrer’s post about Rafe

Hello everyone. Brandy and I wanted to thank you all for the many calls and messages regarding Rafe. He was admitted yesterday to Children’s Hospital with RSV. The very good news is that right now he is stable with good O2 sat’s and his fever has been under control today. The problems he is having stem from his existing condition. He is not strong enough to produce a good cough to clear his upper respiratory track. He is even further weakened by a seizure he had the day after Christmas and has not eaten since then. He is very sick and has been crying for two days straight. The plan is to keep him on iv fluids and nutrition until he “turns the corner” and begins to eat and drink again. The doctor seem to think this should happen within a day or two. We are moving in the right direction just slowly. On top of all this Brandy and I have RSV too! We need your prayers for Rafe and for us to maintain our strength. especially Brandys right ear which is full of fluid and won’t drain. To be honest we are exhausted in every way but we know and live for a God that is bigger than any problem we may face. We trust him completely and ask that you all pray for his will to be done. We are very thankful for all of our family and friends!

The Lottie Moon Christmas Tea was beautiful, well attended, and worth the time involved.  There were ladies from East Fork, New Zion, Bethel, Amite, and Kentwood.   It was nice to spend some time together as we shared about Lottie Moon.  Thanks to all who came and to all who helped make the tea come together.

A missions story to share with your children and grandchildren

Brian’s Boat

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 Let’s end the year thanking God for giving us 2012 and the opportunities it presented.  May we head into the new year with our hearts and minds focused on the meaningful things we are given the opportunity to do.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“May you be able to feel and understand,

as all God’s children should,

how long,

how wide,

how deep,

and how high his love really is.”

~Ephesians 3:18 LB~

Daryl Carruth of Greensburg will be hospitalized Wednesday at OLOL for a heart cath.  Pray all goes well with this prodedure.

Rafe Cutrer was admitted to Children’s Hospital in New Orleans.  As you pray for Rafe, please pray for his family.

Jimmy Schwartz is hospitalized at North Oaks.  Pray for Jimmy and his family as they continue to battle Jimmy’s health issues.

Don’t forget the Lottie Moon Christmas Tea at 2:00 at FBC, Kentwood.  I set tables all night in my dreams!  That’s what happens when you prepare and gather items for hours.

Lottie Moon’s Tea Cakes

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 Have a blessed day as you serve the Lord and study His Word today.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“So we continue to preach Christ to each person,

using all wisdom to warn and to teach everyone,

in order to bring each one into God’s presence as a mature person in Christ.”

~Colossians 1:28 NCV~

Mr. Kenneth Felker said “Miss” Grace Helen is in OLOL due to low blood pressured.  Add her to your prayer list.

Dan Turner is continuing to heal.  The family is pleased with his progress.  Keep praying for him.

Be sure to make your plans for the annual Lottie Moon Christmas Tea tomorrow at FBC, Kentwood.  We will begin at 2 P.M. Ladies from 2 – 102 are invited.

LNCO – Madrid Ministry in the Park

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Have a great day.  Be prepared for the Lord’s Day.

Anna Lee

Friday

“After coming into the house they saw the Child with Mary His mother;

and they fell to the ground and worshiped Him.

Then, opening their treasures, they presented to Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”

~Matthew 2:11, NASB~

Dad Turner continues to heal.  The family awaits evidence of Dan’s inprovement with assurance God is in control.  Continue to pray for Dan and his family.

Charles Houeye will be moved from North Oaks to Greensburg Nursing Home today.  Keep him and his family in your prayers.

Sherman Cutrer, Sr. said Caroline is home again.  Pray for the family.

Aubrey Lea Lindsey was born to LeeAnn and Jerry Lindsey.  Both mother and baby girl are doing well.

Plan to attend the Lottie Moon Christmas Tea at 2:00 P.M. Sunday at FBC, Kentwood.  You’ll be blessed.

Miracles for Melissa

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Pray for the numerous grieving families in our area.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Every knee should bow,

in heaven and on earth and under the earth,

and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord,

to the glory of God the Father” 

~Philippians 2:10-11~

 

Ladd Turner’s latest post on Dan Turner

UPDATE: Dan Turner is awake this morning! He tried to talk and communicate with a picture book this morning. All good stuff! He still tires very easily and rests often. Thank you all for your prayers and please continue! I’m so happy to see my big brother getting better. The UMMC staff is top notch in providing care and we have a big ole God that put all of the right people in the right places! Thank you, Lord!

The Turner family is experiencing the same virus many of us have had.  Pray they get better quickly and do not pass the virus on to Dan.

If you know of a family where several are sick, please share some soup, offer to pick up medicine, or do whatever is needed to help them through this time.

Prayers for former President of the United States of America…41st president…George H. W. Bush, who is now in ICU in a hospital in Houston…prayers for him, his family, and those medical personnel who are treating him!

Lola Mary Lee Guy Strickland
(July 29, 1921 – December 26, 2012)

A resident of Greensburg, she died on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at St. Helena Parish Nursing Home in Greensburg. She was born July 29, 1921 in Greensburg and was 91 years of age. Graveside Services will be held at Wales Cemetery, Greensburg at 1 p.m. on Thursday, December 27, 2012. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Prentiss Henson Carter, Jr.
(May 29, 1931 – December 22, 2012)

A resident of Greensburg, he died at 10:04 p.m. on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at St. Helena Parish Hospital in Greensburg. He was born May 29, 1931 in New Orleans and was 81 years of age. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Greensburg from 8 a.m. until religious services at 12 Noon on Wednesday, December 26, 2012. Services conducted by Rev. Tommy Smith. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg. Survived by wife, Sadie Williams Carter, Greensburg; 2 daughters, Karlette Bridges and husband, Vernon, Watson and Rhenette Beck and husband, Barry, Hammond; 7 grandchildren, D’Ette Piglia and husband, Randy, Watson, April Bridges, Baton Rouge, Bronson Bridges and wife, Sarah, Denham Springs, Shanna Barbario and husband, Neil, Amite, Tiffany Wale and husband, Brent, Amite, Tania Dew and husband, Will, Denham Springs, Adam Gill and wife, Dale, Hammond; 12 great-grandchildren; 3 step-children, Richard Easley and wife, Lyn, Denham Springs, Matt Easley, New Orleans and John Easley and wife, Anne-Marie, Zachary; 6 step-grandchildren, Ritchie Easley, Easleyville, Joffrey Easley and wife, Moira, Watson, Jennifer Easley Davis and husband, Brad, The Woodlands, TX, Kim Bodden and husband, Shawn, Ponchatoula and Annelise and Aubrie Medlin, Zachary; 6 step-great-grandchildren; brother, Freddie Carter, Greensburg. Preceded in death by parents, Prentiss H Carter Sr. and Rebecca Matthews Carter; son, Kevin Carter; sister, Betty Jo Carter Koger. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, Greensburg, LA or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 Floyd Joseph Ardillo
(April 13, 1951 – December 22, 2012)
Died on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Plaquemine Manor Nursing Home in Plaquemine. He was born April 13, 1951 in New Orleans and was 61 years of age. Survived by daughter, Victoria Varnado, Franklinton; 2 sons, Floyd Joseph Ardillo, Louisville, KY and Corey Joseph Easley, New Orleans; 8 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; numerous step-children and step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Pearl Teston Ardillo; infant granddaughter, Alice Danielle Ardillo. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 28, 2012. Services conducted by Deacon Mike Agnello. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Hunting for Souls

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Pray for those who do not know Jesus as the one who died for their salvation.  Pray they will meet Him and take Him into their hearts.

Anna Lee 

Wednesday

“Glory to God in the highest,

And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”

~Luke 2:14 NKJV~

Stella McDaniel Heth is still at North Oaks, but planning to come home later today.

Dan Turner is breathing without the vent and laughing.  His family is so thankful for his progress and your prayers.

Don’t forget to plan to attend the Annual Lottie Moon Tea which will be at FBC, Kentwood this year.  Mark your calendar for Sunday, December 30th at 2 P.M.

“On Your Marks”

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This is an wonderful day to reflect and to count the numerous ways you have been blessed.

Anna Lee

Christmas Eve

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him.”

~Romans 15:13 NIV~

Pray for Mrs. Floyce Raiford, mother of Pam Bankston.  The families live at Arcola.

Pray for Dan Turner, who continues to make progress in baby steps.  His breathing progress is his latest step.

LMCO – The Unforgetable Lottie Moon

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Two Christmas Eve services that I am aware of:

  • 5:00 @ Pine Ridge United Methodist Church
  • 5:30 @ East Fork Baptist Church

Be sure to keep Christ in your Christmas!  Singing “Happy Birthday” to Jesus is especially sweet with little children.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him.”

~Romans 15:13 NIV~

Pray for Robbie Lynn C. Kirby as she spends time in the hospital due to strep in her bloodstream.  She seems to go from one problem to two more.  Pray for strength and endurance for her and her family.

Many people are sick with the stomach virus or the flu.  Christmas is not a good time of the year to be sick, but it is always that way for some.  I think there will be more sick people at Christmas this year than usual.

Today’s schedule at Spring Creek Baptist Church

I want to remind our Spring Creek Baptist Church family that tomorrow we will have a different schedule. There will be one morning service after Sunday School. So come at ten and stay for worship at eleven.

Our sanctuary choir and children will be singing in our one morning worship service.

Then beginning at 4:00 p.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m. we will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper. We will have a time of fellowship and then serve the Supper every fifteen minutes. Hope to see you there. This event will take place in our new building.

I hope to see you tomorrow. If you don’t have a church home come visit with us we would love to see you! God bless.

Bro. Danny

LMCO: Healing in Central Asia

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 Merry CHRISTmas!
Anna Lee

Saturday

“Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests.” 

~Luke 2:14~

Dan Turner is doing well.  The chest tube removed fluid and the vent provides oxygen when he needs it.  Pray for the family as this is now two weeks since the accident.  Pray they will not grow weary and they will stay positive concerning Dan’s recovery.

Stella McDaniel Heth lives east of Arcola.  Yesterday, she fell and broke her wrist and her arm.  She had expensive surgery at North Oaks.  Pray for a complete recovery with a minimal amount of pain.

There was a very respectable size group that braved the elements yesterday and walked and prayed for 27 minutes.  Mainly, they were showing their concern for the 27 families of Newtown that lost a family member.  These families will need our prayers for some time.

Gospel for the Songhai

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I know of two Christmas Eve services in our area.  You will have to choose one because their times overlap.

  • Pine Ridge United Methodist Church @ 5:00 P.M.
  • East Fort Baptist Church @ 5:30 P.M.

Baptist Press articles – always good

BPNews.net

I heard of another death, but will wait for an obituary to post a name.

Jesus is the reason for the greatest season of the year!

Anna Lee