Category: Hymn of the Day

Tuesday

In everything I did, I showed you

that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak,

remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said:

“It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ ”

~Acts 20:35~

Larry Watts is at North Oaks with pneumonia.  Please continue to pray.

Janice Wallace Bonch is home from the hospital and doing better.  Thank you for praying for her.

Theresa Sanchez, Betty Taylor’s sister, continues to do well.  Her doctors have determined there is no damage from the heart attack.  Thank God she was able to get a stent so  quickly.

Please continue to pray for Mrs. Juanita Lambert.  He days, like ours, are numbered.

Larry Easley (Twin brother of Shira Easley)

1941 – 2016

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sunherald/obituary.aspx?n=larry-easley&pid=177892441&fhid=16590

Scripture Writing – Joel 2:12-14

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Reminder – The Friday morning Bible study will meet tomorrow at 1 P.M.  We’ll be studying the first part of John 3.

 

“Thy will be done!”

Anna Lee

Monday

Through him you believe in God,

raised him from the dead and glorified him,

and so your faith and hope are in God.

~1 Peter 1:21~

 

Please pray for Betty Taylor’s sister, Terese Sanchez, who had a heart attack and received a stent yesterday.

Pat Hendry of Chesbrough was hospitalized for a couple of days.  Pray he improves quickly.

Pat’s neighbor, Johnny Belgard, is still hospitalized at Ochsner in New Orleans.  He continues to have periodic set-backs as he continues to fight.  Please pray for Johnny, Susan, and the other members of the family.

Larry Watts has pneumonia.  Pray for him, the medical staff, and for his family.

Mrs. Pauline Lea also has pneumonia.  Pray for her sweet family too.

Pray for the Dean family as they have a memorial service today for Patsy Bennefield.

 

Scripture Writing – Today, choose a favorite Scripture to write.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Schedule Change this  Week – The Friday morning Bible study will meet Wednesday at 1:00 this week.  Join us as we begin John 3.

Join us at FBC, Greensburg next Monday at 10:00 as we learn about missions in North America.  The Week of Prayer for Annie Armstrong Offering begins Sunday.

Anna Lee

 

Sunday

Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you,

if you have faith and do not doubt,

not only can you do what was done to the fig tree,

but also you can say to this mountain,

‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’

and it will be done.

~ Matthew 21:21 ~

 

Mrs. Willine Howell is now receiving hospice care.  Please pray for this special lady with a large family of descendants.

Gwenette Kent Carley Dixon has a newborn in the Dixon family who was born February 2nd.  Emma has been very sick and in the hospital at Vanderbilt the whole time.  Please pray for Emma and all her family.

Ira Cleveland was moved to step-down.  As you pray for him, please pray for his wife, three daughters, and their families.

Patsy Dean Benefield
(June 25, 1937 – February 26, 2016)

http://www.catchingsfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3611810&fh_id=12254

Clint Michael Parker

February 5, 1941 – February 21, 2016

http://www.thompsoncares.com/obituaries/Clint-Parker/#!/Obituary

 

 

Scripture Writing – Luke 10:25-28

Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com/

Thom S. Rainer – thomrainer.com

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Ephesians 4:16

Breakfast Benefit

  • Pine Ridge United Methodist Church
  • 8:00 A.M. TODAY
  • Donations help meet needs for an area family

 

This is the Lord’s Day!  

Anna Lee

 

Friday

Now faith is confidence in what we hope for

and assurance about what we do not see.

~Hebrews 11:1~

 

Ira Cleveland is in ICU with a severe lung infection.  Thankfully, his fever has broken. Please pray for him and his sweet family.

Janice Wallace Bonch, who have several cancer issues, has been rushed to the ER at St. Tammany.  Pray for Janice, please.

Pauline Turnipseed
(October 13, 1962 – February 22, 2016)

http://www.jonesfamilyfuneralservices.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3610378&fh_id=12269

Ladies’ Night Report – Our heart were warmed in many ways!  What a blessing!

Bible Study this morning at 10:00

 

Scripture Writing – Hebrews 10: 24-25

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Let’s “warm some hearts” today!  Jesus does that for us daily, moment by moment!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“I once thought these things were valuable,

but now I consider them worthless

because of what Christ has done.”

~Philippians 3:7 NLT~

 

Mrs. Catherine Yarborough has been moved to Kentwood Rehab.  Pray she makes good progress there in a timely manner.

Jimmy Schwartz is home, but some days are very difficult for him.  Please keep him in your prayers.

 

Latest news from IMB – http://imb.org/updates/storyview-4471.aspx?utm_content=buffer842a6&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer#.Vs43tnQrLx4

  • Let’s pray that Southern Baptists continue to support out IMB missionaries though the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.
  • Let’s also pray the IMB never again has to cut 25% of the missionaries to make ends meet financially.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Scripture Writing – I John 3:1-3

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

                                                                                          ~Psalm 37:7~

 

It’s here!  February 25th!  “Warming the Heart”

I’ll be looking for lots of ladies, ages 3-103, tonight at 6:15.  Tonight, Sue Connelly has a craft for us to make.  Sue also decorated the room for us.  It is beautiful!  I’m praying for a full room tonight.  That would be a real blessing to us and to you!

 

Thanks for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

 Cast all your anxiety on him

because he cares for you.

~1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)~

 

Yesterday was a difficult weather day.  Thankfully, we in this area did not have any significant problems, but hundreds of people in areas close to our area did.  Please pray for them and then work to help they in they way God wants you to help – prayer, finances, clean-up, rebuilding, yard work, food, etc.  Ask.  God will lead you.

I’m thankful to hear that several local churches have new staff members this week.  May God richly bless both the staff members and the churches.

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Women’s Ministry

  • Thursday – “Warming the Heart” at FBC, Kentwood at 6:15 for ladies ages 3–103
  • Friday – Bible study at FBC, K at 10 A.M. completing John 2

Scripture Writing – I John 2:15-17

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Thank-you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Monday

Look to the LORD and his strength;

seek his face always.  

~I Chronicles 16:11~

 

Continue to pray for Mrs. Catherine Yarborough and her family.  She is in Hood Memorial.

Today, as many people begin a new work week, let’s pray for them as they face their usual challenges and as new ones arise.  May each Christian allow God to shine through them each day.

For those who do not work, may the week present opportunities to share their faith.  May there be boldness in each opportunity.

 

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – Romans 8:28-30

 

Women’s Ministry this Week

  • Tuesday – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party
    • The Cafe
    • 11 A.M.
    • Celebrating February birthdays
  • Thursday – Ladies’ Night “Warming the Heart”
    • FBC,K Fellowship Hall
    • 6:15 P.M.
    • Light supper provided
    • Ages 3 – 103
  • Friday – Bible Study
    • FBC, Fellowship Hall
    • 10 A.M.
    • Completing John 2

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

May His love shine through you all week long!

Anna Lee

 

 

Sunday

“There is no one holy like the LORD;

there is no one besides you;

there is no Rock like our God.

~I Samuel 2:2~

 

Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com

Thom S. Rainey – http://thomrainer.com/blog/

 

Today – Bible Study and worship

Tuesday – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party at the Cafe at 11:00 A.M.

Thursday – Ladies’ Night “Warming the Heart” at FBC,K at 6:15, “Ya’ll come!”

 

Scripture Writing – Romans 5:1-8

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

I sincerely hope that you “Trust and Obey” every day.  This is a good day to be in God’s presence at your choice of a house of worship.  Find one and benefit from Bible study and worship.

Anna Lee

Friday – Posted Early

But you, LORD, do not be far from me.

You are my strength;

come quickly to help me.

~Psalm 22:19~

 

Mrs. Willine Howell got sick night before last and was taken to Ochsner in New Orleans. She was better yesterday.  Please pray for this sweet lady.

Jimmy R. Williams is much better and is now at home.  Let’s thank God for his good care at Lacombe and his return to Kentwood.

Ruby Travis said Beverly Birdsong’s mother, Mrs. Lee, is doing a little better.  Keep praying.

Mrs. Mary Nell Kliesch is home from rehab.  I’m sure she appreciates hearing from her friends.

 

Another death & another former student:

MELISSA “MISSY” TONEY, AGE 43

and a resident of Bogalusa died Tuesday evening February 16, 2016 following a traffic accident in Baton Rouge. She was a 1990 graduate of Amite High School that enjoyed playing basketball. Missy also enjoyed coaching basketball for young people, including her daughters. She was definitely a people person and always outgoing to those she met. Missy was very caring towards her family.

Survived by:

Parents: Dale Toney and Judy Harper Toney of Pine

2 Daughters: Taylor Barr,
Jaelyn Barr and their father Chad Barr

Daughter and Son: Mallory Arlt,
Braden Arlt and their father Bryant Arlt

3 Sisters and Brothers in law: Marcie and Jeff Varnado,
Merrie and Sidney Ritchie all of Bogalusa,
Mindy and Charles Kelehan of Pine

Husband: Lateef “Bird” Murray

Also numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Delbert and Mavis Toney and Leo and Ruth Harper.

Visitation will be at Crain Funeral Home Thursday February 18th from 6 pm until 9 pm and after 9 am on Friday. A funeral service will be held at 11 am Friday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Shad Pittman and Rev. David Cutrer officiating. Burial will follow in Ponemah Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Charles Kelehan, Chase Kelehan, Jeff Varnado, Kolby Burns, Adam Whitecotton, Chad Barr

Honorary Pallbearer: Bryant Arlt

Obituaries can be viewed online at www.crainfh.com

Scripture Writing – John 13:34-35

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Ladies’ Night at FBC, Kentwood

  • For ladies from 3-103
  • Thursday, February 25th at 6:15
  • Please join us.

 

God is so good!  He provided a large group, abundant food, talented musicians, and overflowing love tonight.  Members of seven churches blessed us by coming to the cabin.  God’s presence was certainly in the midst.  We are blessed!

Anna Lee

Thursday

Though the mountains be shaken

and the hills be removed,

yet my unfailing love for you

will not be shaken

nor my covenant of peace be removed,”

says the LORD,

who has compassion on you.  

~Isaiah 54:10~

 

Good News!  Yesterday morning Ken Roberts’ doctors met and agreed the met the qualifications to be placed on the heart transplant list.  Let’s thank God for that big step and wait with expectation the day when this will become a reality.

Robbie Lynn Callihan Kirby had another procedure this week and is back at home.  Please continue to pray for this family as they fight a continuing battle with Robbie Lynn.

Hayden Snow, great nephew of Mrs. Bessie Hayden, is having more problems with his health and being admitted to the hospital in New Orleans this morning.

Myrtle Bruce Evans (Linda Headrick’s mom)

http://obits.theadvocate.com/obituaries/theadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=myrtle-bruce-evans&pid=177754296&fhid=11073

Mary Amanda Caston Rice (Sister of Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell)

http://obits.theadvocate.com/obituaries/theadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=mary-caston-rice&pid=177738318

Estelle Sutton Newton

http://www.hixson-ducote.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&lud=AEFE60782D62C6E890FA8682A5F931EB&id=3603719&fh_id=12588

Scripture Writing – Matthew 5:43-45

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Reminder: The cabin doors will be open to you tonight for our monthly gathering.  We begin at 6:30.  Contact me if you need more information.

Anna Lee