Category: Devotional

Sunday

“Yours, LORD, is the greatness

and the power

and the glory

and the splendor

and the majesty,

for everything in the heavens and on earth belongs to You.

Yours, LORD, is the kingdom,

and You are exalted as head over all.”

~1 Chronicles 29:11~

 

Wayne Criswell

He completed chemo #5 of 7 Friday! About 1/2 way thru his radiation. Then I guess they will do another scan to evaluate! So ready to get this over! He has had very few problems with the treatments other than some dietary limitations! He is still going to the gym 4x a week but not for as long! Thanks for the prayers!  (Mary)

Susie St. Alexander

Susie is much better.  She was able to sit up for 3 1/2 hours yesterday and eat some of a regular meal for the first time.  She’s off the vent and on regular oxygen.  Please continue to pray for her improvement and for her family.

Johnnie “Lil Man” Santangelo

Johnnie, his family, and some friends have made it to Phoenix, Arizona where he will have his treatment.   Pray for them as he goes through this process.

Maisy Rae Belgard

http://www.sealefuneral.com/obituaries.aspx?turl=http://hosting-6068.tributes.com/obituary/show/maisy-rae-belgard-101086451

Baptist Press 

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Our Daily Bread – “Blessed are the Meek”

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Hymn of the Day – “Blessed Assurance”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/b/l/e/blesseda.htm

Have a great Lord’s Day!  Spend some time in His house today.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“Greater love has no one than this,

that one lay down his life for his friends.

You are My friends

if you do what I command you.”

~John 15: 13-14, NASB~

 

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Our Daily Bread – “A Better World”

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Hymn of the Day – “To the Work”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/t/o/tothewor.htm

I hope we all will take some time to pray for our troubled world and out leaders today.  Also, say special prayers for those around the world who have not come to know Jesus yet.

I’m thankful to be okay after that “lightning show” last night.  I hope you survived without any major problems.  

Anna Lee

Friday

 “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen,

but on what is unseen.

For what is seen is temporary,

but what is unseen is eternal.  

Now we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed,

we have a building from God,

an eternal house in heaven,

not built by human hands.”

~2 Cor. 4:18-5:1~

 

Chris Wales

Anna Lee, Chris has been admitted to OLOL for testing and observation after suffering a mild stroke at home on Wed afternoon. He has some residual issues on his right side involving his eye and mouth and,  also, his balance when walking. Not sure how long we’ll be here.  Undergoing tests, waiting on results from the doctor. We would both appreciate the prayers of your faithful followers on the prayer link.

Thank you and may God Bless all!

Kathy

Susie St. Alexander

Susie is doing better.  She  rotates between a vent and a c-pap machine.  Her swelling in her hands and feet is going away.  The family appreciates your prayers.

Lavell Case, mother-in-law of Rev. Mike Foster, pastor of FBC, Amite

Miranda’s message:

On day 151 @ MD Anderson, Tuesday March 25th, mom walked into the presence of Jesus Christ! The battle is over and she fought hard. All of you that have prayed and encouraged us and especially her over the last 5 months, are greatly appreciated! We praise God for His mercy and grace! Funeral services will be on Saturday at 2p with visitation Friday from 6-9p all at Riverwood in Brookhaven, MS.

Our Daily Bread – “Waiting”
Hymn of the Day – “We’ll Understand it Better By and By”
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Fellowship Hall
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 Life has its ups and downs, but God is always there and always steady!
Anna Lee

Thursday

“Everyone who asks receives,

and the one who searches finds,

and to the one who knocks,

the door will be opened.”

~Matthew 7:8~

 

Gail Brister

Continue to pray for Gail.  It has been weeks since she injured herself.  The left arm feels as bad now as it did the first day.  Pray she can overcome this soon.

Betty Catherine Hatcher

“Miss” Betty Catherine is still in rehab in the New Orleans area.  Pray each day there helps her progress a little more.

Donnie Travis

Donnie is now at home in Arcola after two by-passes at North Oaks.  Pray for continued progress.  Pray, too, for his wife Delores as she is the primary care-giver.

Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell

Mrs. Annie Bell is now hospitalized at Greensburg.  Pray for her healing one again.  Pray for Phyllis Yarborough and others as they assist the staff in caring for “Miss” Annie Bell.

Susie St. Alexander

Susie is still hospitalized in Lacombe.  He heart is doing well, but not her lungs.  The staff will try again today to remove her from the vent.  Your prayers are appreciated.

Karen Miller and Mrs. Rigby

Karen continues to be the care-giver for her mother in Alabama.  Pray for them as she progresses and as they make plans for treatment.

“Young Ladies’ Birthday Party”

We had twenty-one ladies Tuesday.  A good time was had by all!

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Wyatt Wayne “W.W.G.” Gill 

(November 7, 1956 – March 25, 2014) 

http://www.lyricsfreak.com/c/clint+brown/breathe+on+me_21007862.html

Our Daily Bread – “The Link to Life”

http://odb.org/?tz=-07

Hymn of the Day – “Breathe on Me”

http://www.lyricsfreak.com/c/clint+brown/breathe+on+me_21007862.html

To quote Bro. Danny, pastor of SCBC:

“Of all the things that happened today the most important thing that happened is that God in His amazing grace gave us another day.

Should He do that make it a good one if He doesn’t look me up when you get up there and let’s spend a few moments worshipping Him together.

Either way tomorrow will be a new day or a trip home! Enjoy whichever one we get! God bless.”

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“We also glory in tribulations,

knowing that tribulation produces perseverance;

and perseverance, character;

and character, hope.”

~Romans 5:3a-4, NKJV~

 

Mrs. Kathryn Kuss

Mrs. Kathryn said she feels she is finally recovered from the virus and the heart procedure.  Pray she continues to feel well.

Leo Ricks
(April 10, 1926 – March 24, 2014)

http://mckneelys.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2462049&fh_id=10545

Lavelle Case

Bro. Mike Foster, pastor of FBC, Amite, lost his mother-in-law yesterday at M.D. Anderson.  We’ve been praying for her since last October.  Today, she is healed and enjoying heaven.  Please pray for Miranda and her family.

Baptist Press – Be sure to keep up with Hobby Lobby and the Supreme Court

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Our Daily Bread – “Out of Chaos”

http://odb.org/?tz=-07

Hymn of the Day – “Praise Him, Praise Him”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/p/h/phimphim.htm

I think winter showed her head again this morning, but spring will soon be back.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“For just as the sufferings of Christ are ours in abundance,

so also our comfort is abundant through Christ.”

~2 Corinthians 1:5, NASB~

 

Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell

Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell fell at home and broke her ankle in two places.  She has had surgery at St. Tammany Hospital.  Please pray for her, for Mr. Phillip, and for the family, especially Phyllis.

Carol New

I have good news today.  Instead of reporting another fall, I can tell you Carol successfully has started and accomplished walking outside.   Join me in thanking God for this recent success in her life.

Lisa Garner Terrell (formerly of the East Fork community)

Lisa has been accepted for treatment at M.D. Anderson in Houston.  Pray for her as she begins the process at the end of this week.  Lisa is one of my former students from my Oak Forest days.

Johnnie “Lil Man” Santangelo

Johnnie, a young adult, was diagnosed with a brain tumor last week.  He is the son of Johnnie and Cheryl Sangangelo, both of who are widely known.  “Lil Man” was home for the weekend, but hopes to be traveling to M.D. Anderson real soon.  Please add your prayers.  I did not teach him, but I taught next door to his mother at IHS for eight years when Johnnie was a young child.

Hobby Lobby & Supreme Court

Pray for Hobby Lobby and the Supreme Court as a decision will be made concerning the government forcing a business to provide insurance that provides for abortions for its employees.  This is a major attack on freedom of religion in our country.

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?id=42234

This article was published yesterday will give you the latest news to help you pray.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – ” Who’s At The Center?”

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Hymn of the Day – “How Great Thou Art”

http://www.hymntime.com/tch/htm/h/o/w/how_great_Thou_art.htm

If you are getting a “big head of self-importance”, pay close to the words of that hymn.  It will help you realize your unimportance compared to our mighty God.

Anna Lee

Monday

As for me,

I vow that I will not sin against the LORD

by ceasing to pray for you.” 

~1 Samuel 12:23a~

New Photo

Jason made the photo at the top of my page from his kayak in Georgia at sunrise Friday morning.  I hope you enjoy it.  Thank-you, God, for that beautiful sunrise and your faithfulness.

Mrs. Riley

Karen Miller is with her mom at home in Alabama.  Pray for them as Mrs. Riley regains strength following her surgery.

Susie St. Alexander

Susie is weak and not very responsive.  She has moved from home to Hood’s to La. Heart Hospital.  Pray for her and for her family.

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

Tuesday, March 24th

The Cafe in Kentwood – Private room

11:00 A.M.

Celebrating those with March Birthdays

Our Daily Bread – “Gentle Breeze”

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I think this adds to out Sunday School lesson from yesterday and lets us know a few encouraging works can really make a difference in a life.

Hymn of the Day – “Heavenly Sunlight”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/e/heavenly.htm

I enjoyed singing this at church last night.  I hope it sticks in my head and heart all week.

I’m looking forward to an amazing week of “sunlight” and opportunities.  I hope you are too. Anna Lee

Sunday

“As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord,

so walk in Him.” 

~Colossians 2:6, NKJV~

 

Stomach virus

Please add Mr. Cete Dillon to your prayer list.  He has been having an especially hard time with the virus.  Pray this virus clears up in our area without  any more victims.

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Our Daily Bread – “Promoting Unity”

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Hymn of the Day – “One Day”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/n/oneday

This is the Lord’s Day.  Don’t try to make it yours!

Anna Lee

Saturday

 “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~

 

Mrs. Kathryn Kuss

When I talked with “Miss” Kathryn yesterday afternoon, she had just completed paperwork to come home.  I trust that happened and she had a good night.  Keep her in your prayers as she regains her strength.

Karen Miller’s Mom, Mrs. Rigby

Mrs. Rigby is to be released from the hospital today.  The family will be making plans for a trip to M.D. Anderson.  Pray for the family today and in the coming days.

Mr. Edward Garner

Mr. Edward Garner is going to his house today.  Pray for him and his caregivers as he makes this adjustment.

“Young” Ladies Birthday Party

We will meet at The Cafe in Kentwood Tuesday morning to celebrate the birthdays of all the ladies who have March birthdays.  I hope to see you at 11 A.M.

Young at Heart

New Zion Baptist Church will hold their monthly meeting a week later than usual due to a death last week.  Anyone in the area is welcome to join them.  They will meet at 10:30 Tuesday.

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Our Daily Bread – “Coming Soon!”

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Hymn of the Day – “What if it  Were Today?”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/w/h/a/whatifit.htm

Third Thursday

We were blessed with another great Third Thursday meeting at the cabin.  Thanks for sharing, James Rimes.

Pine Ridge Methodist Church’s Monthly Breakfast

Sunday morning at 8:00 A.M. Pine Ridge will host their monthly breakfast benefit to help encourage a family.  This month, the donations will be for Shay Collette.  The menu is varied and all of it is good.  Come enjoy their breakfast buffet and some sweet company.

It’s been a big week for the virus going around.  I’ll not list everyone who has been sick, but it seems like a learn of a couple more people every day.  Take care.  

Anna Lee

Friday

“He said to them,

‘Follow me,

and I will make you fishers of men.’”

~Matthew 4:19~

Mrs. Ruby Dillon

“Miss” Ruby is now on the road to recovery.  Thank you for praying for her.  Pray for all the others who have had that bad “bug” lately.  Let’s also pray it ceases to be so hard on people and clears out of our area.

Mrs. Kathryn Kuss

“Miss” Kathryn’s test showed she needed a stent.  She had that done yesterday.  Thank you for praying for her.

Donnie Travis

Donnie had heart surgery at North Oaks yesterday.  All went well.  Pray for a problem-free recovery.  Thank you for praying for him.

Mr. Edward Garner

Mr. Edward had a stent implanted.  Let’s pray it continues to work well for him.  Thank you for praying for him.

Our Daily Bread – “Still Working”

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Hymn of the Day – “Sweet Hour of Prayer”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/s/h/shop.htm

Third Thursday Meeting

What a sweet time we had last night.  If you haven’t heard James Rimes singing from his heart, you need to put that on your “bucket list”.  Thanks for sharing, James.

Bible Study

I’m looking forward to our Bible study this morning.  What a special group of people who gather to dig into God’s Word.  Afterward, we will eat at The Cafe today.

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

The monthly birthday party will be Tuesday to celebrate the March birthdays.  We will meet at The Cafe at 10:00.  Feel free to joy us.

Mission Opportunity

You can help with a project of the Baptist Friendship House in New Orleans.  They frequently give items to ladies who are homeless.  You can help by providing hotel items such as soap and shampoo, snack packs of crackers, or bottles of water.  You will be a part of helping them in their current efforts.

Let your light shine for Jesus today.  

Anna Lee