Category: Inspirational

Monday

Note:  I hope you noticed and like the latest changes to the site.  They are there because some of you asked for them.  Thanks to those of you who have told how much you like the site’s improvements.  Thanks to Jason for all his work.  If all this was up to me, it wouldn’t happen at all!

“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,

but … against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.”

~Ephesians 6:12, NASB~

Jeff Birch is undergoing tests in the hospital.  Pray that his problem is identified quickly so treatment can begin.

Hubert “Brother”, “Bear” Yarborough is having surgery today.  Pray for the medical staff working with him, Brother, and his many family members and friends.

Pray for the Hossier family as they are experiencing come difficult days while clinging to their strong faith in God.  It’s great when faith is greater than the difficulties we face here on earth.

Betty Taylor’s uncle, JA Ziegler, passed away.  The funeral will be at 11:00 this morning.  Please pray for the family.

Thankfulness – “The Little Things”

It’s the little things in life that touch my heart: an young boy holding a door open for me, a friend saying words of appreciation through an e-mail, David handing me the first blueberries he picked from his bushes, someone asking about my children who do not live in this area, seeing a former classmate at Mike’s, a hug,  or any one of many other little things that happen.  These are the riches I value so much in life and some of the things that seem to happen just when I need a reminder of love, God’s love and love of family and friends.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Leap the Wall”

http://odb.org/

Values – Caring – “There are Still Sweet-Hearted People in the World

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1447-There-Are-Still-Sweet-Hearted-People-In-The-World

Hymn of the Day – “Count Your Blessings” – I may have used this hymn before, but I think it is a good reminder to all of us periodically.

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/c/o/countyou.htm

Our blessing are the “little things” more often than the “big things”.  Reflect on the little things that bless your heart.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Don’t hoard treasure down here

where it gets eaten by moths and corroded by rust

or – worse! – stolen by burglars.  

Stockpile treasure in heaven,

where it’s safe from moth and rust and burglars.  

It’s obvious, isn’t it?  

The place where your treasure is,

is the place you will most want to be,

and end up being.”

~Matthew 6:19-21, The Message~

Continue to pray for Beverly “Doodle” Watson as she fights her battle with cancer.

I read this morning that Mr. John Mabry passed away.  He grew up in Roseland, but I never knew him until he was my principal as I taught at Independence High.  He was a fine man and a great principal.  I also worked with his wife briefly at KHS.  She was a fine lady and faithfully took care of her husband during his lengthy illness.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Be Still”

http://odb.org/

Values – Patience – “Lots of Patience”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1448-Lots-of-Patience

Hymn of the Day – “Rock of Ages”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/r/o/rockages.htm

Thankfulness – Day 3 – Helping Hands

Today, I’m thankful for all the helping hands that make my life go smoother.  Facing reality, I must admit I can not do everything that is sometimes needed in my life.  I’m so thankful for the helping hands that take care of me and my little world.  I pray I will be more aware of the ways I can help others and will take the time to do just that.  Lord, help me to thank others who help me in any way.

This is the Lord’s Day.  Be sure to honor His day!

Anna Lee

Saturday

“May the LORD be praised,

for He has heard the sound of my pleading.”

~Psalm 28:6~

 

Baby Graham is home after spending 21 days in the hospital.

http://www.theneworleansadvocate.com/home/7451766-172/baby-graham-returns-home-healthy

Miranda Foster’s mom is in MD Anderson to begin treatment.  Miranda is the wife of Bro. Mike Foster of FBC, Amite.  Prayers would be greatly appreciated.

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Jessica Granger – Continue to pray for Jessica, her family, and her many friends.

Thankfulness – Day 2

I’m so thankful that God use me despite all my weaknesses and “warts”.  I have opportunities to be a witness for Him, just like all of you do.  He use me to do things like talk,  smile, visit, pray, encourage, share, and call.  I thank God for these opportunities and pray He will guide me in using what He has given me in ways He would approve of.  My opportunities do not speak about me, but Him!

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Who’s Telling the Truth?”

http://odb.org/

Values – Making a Difference – “By Your Word”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1449-Be-Your-Word

Hymn of the Day – “We’ll Work Till Jesus Comes”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/w/e/l/wellwork.htm

Baptist Press

 BPNews.net

Note: Jason changed servers for this site.  You may notice a few changes in the appearance of this site.  I haven’t been hacked.  It’s all part of a plan.

Use your opportunities God gives you today.  I’ll try to use mine.

Anna Lee

Friday

“I sought the Lord,

and he answered me.”

~Psalm 34:4a~

Larry Carruth, from his older daughter, Becki

Tomorrow the doctors are pulling the J-tube which is how he has been eating since June. Please send Him you prayers because dad is a little nervous.

Macy Gueldner’s latest update: more prayers needed

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Adventures of Connor Man

For those of you on Facebook, please check Connor Corkern’s page so you will know how to pray for him and his family.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Loved to Love”

http://odb.org/

Values – Honesty – “Honesty vs. Junior Olympic Metal”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1450-Honesty-vs-Junior-Olympic-Metal-

Hymn of the Day – “Love Devine, All Love Excelling”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/d/ldalexcl.htm

Bible Study – Today’s “Lucy” Bible study is on happiness.  You are invited to join us in the fellowship hall of FBC,K at 10:00 this morning.

November is a special month to count our blessings.  

Day 1 – I’m so thankful I have God to take my daily burdens.  He lightens my load and gives me a new perspective when I give my burdens to Him.  There are times when my burdens could destroy my attitude and my relationship with God and with people, but He carries my burdens and improves my outlook.  What a friend He is!

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

“Therefore let everyone who is faithful pray to You at a time that You may be found.”

~Psalm 32:6a~

Cara Goodrich

I am asking for prayers for my boyfriend sister Cara Goodrich she has just found out that she has a mass by her trac. an going up by her neck,she will be seeing a surgery next thursday to find out what they are going to do. Lets pray that it can be takeing out an not gone any wr else. An it not cancer.

Sherry Rosamond

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal

Mrs. Maxine Turner, 95,  is in North Oaks.  Pray for this sweet lady who recently thanked God for her good health.

It good to be able to report that Jimmy Schwartz is doing well this week.  Keep him in your prayers.

Baptist Friendship House

Tomorrow is snack pack and hygiene kit today and we are running very low on travel size shampoo and conditioner. We just added an item to our wish list and hope that you will check it out. If anyone knows where we can get affordable travel size hygiene items in bulk- please let us know.

119- the number of people that have come to our door in a matter of 1 hour and 40 minutes to receive snack packs and hygiene kits. We met many new people this week and hope that we will be able to continue forming and building these relationships.

Baptist Press 

http://www.bpnews.net/

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Eyes of Love” 

http://odb.org/

Values – Making a Difference – “Out of a Job but Making a Difference for Our Community”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1451-Out-of-a-Job-but-Working-Hard-for-our-Community

Hymn of the Day – “Open My Eyes that I May See”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/p/openeyes.htm

May our eyes be open to the needs and opportunities God has for us to address.

Thank-you for reading this site and for praying.  You make a difference for so many people.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save the lost.”

      ~Luke 19:10~

 

Pray for the Hossier family as God continues to work through them.

Baptist Press

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Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Last Chapter” 

http://odb.org/

Values – Encouragement – “Lottery Mishap”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1454-Lottery-Mishap

Hymn of the Day – “The B-I-B-L-E”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/b/i/B-I-B-L-E.htm

Harold R. Blades Sr.

“Out of the past I see your eyes, their twinkle mixed with blue; And so this day I think of things kept in my heart for you.” Harold was born April 12, 1934 in Kentwood, LA to William Oscar Blades and Ellen Rimes Blades. He drifted into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, October 27, 2013 at OLOL Hospital with loving family at his side. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lorraine Doucet Blades; daughter Cindy Blades Cody and husband Michael; sons Mitchel Anthony Blades, Gregory Wayne Blades and wife Jo Ann Blades, and Harold R. Blades, Jr.; grandchildren Kenneth Cody, Sarah Marie Ellen Cody, Rebecca Lane Cody, Aaron Michael Blades, Hunter Austin Blades, Krystal Blades, and Heaven L. Blades; great-grandchildren Myrikel Blades, Tristin Cummings, Piper Witt, and Jamie Carson; sisters Audrey B. and husband Pete Williams, and Linda B. and husband Ric Moore; brothers Wilbur (Bo) and wife Sharon Blades, Roger and wife Annette Blades, Clayton and wife Margaret Blades; sisters-in-law Ernestine Blades, Florence Bielkiewicz, Peggy Andre, and Mona and husband Michael Mayeau; and brother-in-law Rulon (Skip) Yarborough. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Betty B. Yarborough, and brother William O. Blades, Jr. Pallbearers are Aaron and Hunter Blades, Kenneth Cody, Brett Moore, Trevor Andre, and Rafe Blades. Honorary Pall Bearers are Terry Blades, Rusty Williams, and Lyle Andre. Harold served his country in the US Army from 1956-1958. He then began his career as a fireman for the Baton Rouge Fire Department where he was always loyal, honest, and dedicated to his duties. He had a special talent for machinery repair and advanced to Master Mechanic. He loved his job and felt a great responsibility to assure that his work was thorough and safe. He was a loving and giving person with a keen sense of humor. He especially loved children, and they loved him. Harold loved and knew his Lord. He was an active member of Live Oak Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. His ever-faithful Sunday School Class came to his home to hold classes when he was no longer able to attend church. Visitation will be held at Seale Funeral Home in Denham Springs on Tuesday, October 29, from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, October 30, at Pine Ridge United Methodist Church, 3893 Hwy. 440, Kentwood, at 8:00 AM with the funeral and celebration of life service at 11:00 AM. Donations can be made to The Michael J. Fox Research Foundation or to the Cancer Service of Greater Baton Rouge. – See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=harold-r-blades&pid=167750198&fhid=17447#sthash.R9pj5Wtn.dpuf

Looking forward to whatever this day has for me.

Anna Lee

Tuesday Evening

“May the LORD be praised,

for He has heard the sound of my pleading.”

~Psalm 28:6~

 

I talked with Yvonne Birch this afternoon.  She is slowly improving, but will not be completely recovered from her surgery.  Pray for continued improvement.

Macy Gueldner’s received great news today – the chemo is working!

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Raymond M. Burt, Jr.

(June 4, 1969 – October 28, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, died at 4:02 a.m. on Monday, October 28, 2013 at Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon, IL. He was born June 4, 1969 in Magnolia, MS and was 44 years of age. He was a truck driver for Bates Trucking and a member of Club X Bike Club. Survived by mother, Linda Stinson Burt, Kentwood; 3 brothers, Michael Burt, James Burt, and Steven Burt and wife, Tina, all of Kentwood; girlfriend, Lauri Dunnam; aunt, Dorothy Eaton and husband, Jack and family; and his little girl boxers, Tori and Lacie. Preceded in death by father, Raymond M. Burt, Sr.; grandparents, Charles and Eva Burt and Earl and Addi Stinson. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., Friday, November 1, 2013, and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 2, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. E. J. Didon. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “WonderfuL!”

http://odb.org/

Values – Caring – “What’s Your Name?”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1455-What-s-Your-Name-

Hymn of the Day – “Higher Ground”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/i/highergr.htm

Baptist Press

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Did you share some of your Christian joy today?

Anna Lee

Monday

“Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore I will deliver him;

I will set him on high, because he has known My name.”

~Psalm 91:14, NKJV~

 

Yvonne Birch is back at home following back surgery.  She’s doing well.  Pray for her as she goes through physical therapy.

Gerald McMillan got  home from having knee replacement surgery.  He said this knee went better than the first.  Pray for a good recovery/therapy period.

Susan Frazier will have surgery tomorrow.  Pray for Susan, her doctors, and her family.  Pray for a good report when surgery is over.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Wait on the Lord” – This describes the level of patience many people have.

http://odb.org/

Values – Friendship – My Best Friends, Sammy and Racheal

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1459-My-Best-Friends-Sammy-and-Racheal

Hymn of the Day – “Jesus is the Sweetest Name I Know” – What a meaningful song!

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/i/jisnikno.htm

I trust you will make this new week special by sharing Jesus in some way.

Anna Lee

Sunday

 “Be ye followers of me,

even as I also am of Christ.”

~I Cor. 11:1~

 

Pray for three year old Macy Gueldner as she begins phase two of her treatment.  Pray that Macy and her family will be able to have a positive attitude.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal

Penny Dees McDowell is doing so much better!  The tube is out and Penny is anxious to be out of the hospital.  The family thanks you for praying for Penny and helping to bring about this good report.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “God in the Storm”

http://odb.org/

Values – Helping Others – “Middle School is Hard”

http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1462-Middle-School-is-Hard

Hymn of the Day – “What a Friend We have in Jesus” 

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/w/a/f/wafwhij.htm

Thank God for giving you this day.  Be sure to give Him back a fair portion of the day.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“If any of you lacks wisdom,

let him ask God,

who gives to all liberally and without reproach,

and it will be given to him.”

~James 1:5~

Baby Graham continues to improve at Children’s Hospital in New Orleans.  Pray for the family as they continue their long vigil at the hospital.

Connie Hayden Davis is continuing to improve and is now home.  Keep praying for continued improvement.

Peggy Berberette, Ladd Turner’s mother-in-law was found to also have a tumor in her brain.  Aggressive treatment has already begun.  Pray for Peggy, the doctors treating her, and her caregivers.

Macy Gueldner – http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal

The ladies who will be honored at the next “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party are:

Fran Walker                                         Kim Schwartz                                      Velma Anthony                                 Billie Jo Hutchinson
Fay Gehringer                                      Rita Tate                                               Ruby Schwartz                                   Theople Hurst                                               Kay Forman                                         Hazel Smith
Baptist Press –  BPNews.net
Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Healthy Ingredients” – http://odb.org/
Values – Kindness – “Prom Queen” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1463-Prom-Queen
This one will really touch your heart!
Hymn of the Day – “The Ninety and Nine” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/n/i/90_and_9.htm
I was at a revival meeting at Natalbany Baptist Church where my young uncle (and I was much younger) was leading the music when I first remember hearing this song.  It really touched my heart.  I can only name a few hymns that I can name where I was when I first heard them, but this is the first and certainly a very special one to me.
I hope all of you are planning to be in God’s House somewhere tomorrow.  If you have not already planned to do that, please reconsider and choose a local church to attend.  That’s the proper place for all of us on the Lord’s Day!
Anna Lee