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.
David went to the doctor yesterday thinking he was doing much better, but left with new concerns. His right eye was detaching again, so he had laser surgery. His left eye was still swollen, so he had an eye injection. We did not get approval to travel to Jason’s and will return to see the retina specialist in one week. We are thankful David has some vision, but it is not enough for driving. Pray with us for better news at the next visit.
Thankfulness Day 5 – Today, I’m sharing my thankfulness for our son, Jason. He decided he also wanted a holiday birthday, so he waited a couple of weeks for the Fourth of July. I call him my “firecracker” because he adds excitement and fun to life, much like his dad.
If you had a connection to FBC, Amite in the ’50s or a love of missions. you may enjoy the article from page one of the latest edition of “The Baptist Message”. Alana Ichter Greenwich and her husband, Ron, will be leading the new effort of Louisiana Baptists in Haiti. The article, “Louisiana Baptists Building Hope in Haiti”, tells of our expanding work in the area. If you look at the group picture, they are on the left of the middle row. My connection I that her dad, Rev. Bill Ichter, was my choir teacher about sixty years ago. Also, when Jennie served in Brazil after completing college, she was the MK school teacher for the Ichter children. Bro. Bill and “Miss” Jerry now live in the Shreveport are. Ron and Alana retired from the IMB about a year ago, but their passion for mission lives on!
Scripture:
From such terrible dangers of death he saved us, and will save us; and we have placed our hope in him that he will save us again.” ~2 Corinthians 1:10 GNT~
Hymn: “Higher Ground”
Lyrics –
Higher Ground
I m pressing on the upward way
New heights I’m gaining every day
Still praying as I onward bound
“Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”
####Chorus:
Lord, lift me up and let me stand
By faith on heaven’s table land
A higher plane than I have found
Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.
My heart has no desire to stay
Where doubts arise and fears dismay
Tho’ some may dwell where these
abound
My prayer, my aim is higher ground.
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I want to live above the world
Tho’ satan’s darts at me are hurled
For faith has caught the joyful sound
The song of saints on higher ground.
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I want to scale the utmost height
And catch a gleam of glory bright
But still I’ll pray till heaven I’ve found
“Lord, lead me on to higher ground.”
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.
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,
Becki Alford, our daughter-in-law, is doing well following back surgery. Thank you for your prayers for her.
Linda K. Graves of East Fork is doing well. She’s still with her sister.
Our election day is getting closer. Stay informed. Keep praying!
Mr. Phillip Harrell’s birthday is today. I don’t usually include birthdays, but since Mr. Phillis is 93, I thought some of you might want to call him today.
Opportunity – Christmas cards for prisoners in the Tangipahoa Parish jail. I have cards, but could use books of stamps. This allows prisoners to contact family members during the holiday season. If you will give me the stamps by December 4th, I will get them to the jail that week. Christian cards and stamps that feature scenes such as the nativity are especially nice.
Thankfulness – Day 3 . Today, I want to say how thankful I am that God sent me David. We are a team in so many ways. In August, we will celebrate fifty years of marriage. Thank-you, God, for all the wonderful years!
Scripture – “For God so loved the World that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” ~John 3:16~
Thankfulness – Day 2 – Ancestors/Heritage – I’m thankful for the values I learned as a child and the ability to say my parents loved me.Generations of family members before me passed on a value system that is still important to me. Learning the verse John 3:16 and many others was part of my Christian heritage.
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.
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)~
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.
David and I got to briefly visit Linda K. Graves yesterday afternoon in Kentwood. Linda was released from Ochsner yesterday, after having two procedures which will hopefukky work for her. She was home long enough to pack her things to go to live with her sister in Mandeville. Linda cannot be alone in case her problem returns. She has a wonderful attitude. David was able to lead us in a sweet prayer. She reminded me that she will be only a phone call away.
If you purchased bags of individually wrapped for our shoeboxes, please bring them today. If you need to make purchases, please leave the candy in the church office tomorrow.
Tuesday, we will have our monthly “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party at The Cafe Tuesday at 11:00.
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!
Good news from Brenda Russell , Jeana’s mom – Jeanas surgeon just came by he says he not worried and instead of having to operate they are gonna put wound vac in later this morning bedside. All i can say is God is so good and answered prayers. Thank all of u for ur prayers
got a good report on his last round of tests. We are thanking God for the good news.
Mr. Harlon Toney has been undergoing medical tests. Some results are leading to more testing. Please pray for Mr. Harlon and his family.
My David is able to see! For a while he wondered if that was going to happen. His vision is far from perfect, but it continues to slowly improve. The gas bubble in the right eye has not broken up yet. We’re looking ahead with hopes for better vision.
David and I are blessed to have the “cabin”. We had company last week. Now, we are preparing for three events for next week. We thank Him for allowing us to have this special place.
Third Thursday – One of our gatherings at the cabin next week is the monthly Third Thursday that is so special to us. Every month, I say it is the best night of the month. I fully expect Thursday to be the same way. We meet at 6:30, if you want to see for yourself.
Operation Christmas Child We are coming to the conclusion of our collecting and preparing for packing shoeboxes in two weeks. Two weeks from today, we will be filling the shoeboxes. Then, this time next month, we will be a drop-off location for the first time. I believe in Operation Christmas Child because David and I have seen it at work!
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