Category: Inspirational

Tuesday

Even though I got an early start today, my computer got a late one.

“The LORD has heard my plea for help;

the LORD accepts my prayer.”

~Psalm 6:9~

 

Connor Corkern is at Children’s Hospital because his seizures got more than they could handle at home.  Pray the doctors will be help to get him some help quickly.

Sherry Day is scheduled to come home today.  Continue to pray for improvement.

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

Have you fallen in love with this precious child like I have?

Another person I have known all my life has passed away.  He lived on the same street where Daddy lived, just about a block away.

Joseph “J.B.” Benjamin Crain
(September 3, 1929 – October 14, 2013)

 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7. A resident of Roseland, died at 5 a.m. on Monday, October 14, 2013 in Saint Amant. He was born September 3, 1928 in Roseland and was 85 years of age. He was a deacon at First Baptist Church of Roseland and a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II. He was a loving husband father, grandfather and great grandfather and will be deeply missed by all of his family and friends. Survived by wife, Mildred Hyde Crain; daughter, Pamela “Nancy” Cavaretta and husband, Carl; 3 grandchildren, Kim Smith and husband, Jody, Stacy Cavaretta and Brandon Cavaretta; 4 great grandchildren, Katlyn Cavaretta; Joel Smith, Samantha Cavaretta, and Bronwyn Cavaretta; sister in law, Linda Brister. Preceded in death by daughter, Marcia Jo Crain; parents, Joseph Crain and Florence Rutland Brister; 4 sisters, Agnes Landry, Algie Schumacher, Lonell Chadwick and Betty Spears; 3 brothers, Bobby Brister, Junior Brister and Elmer “Baby” Brister. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Roseland from 11 a.m. until religious services at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 16, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Alan House. Interment Hyde Cemetery, Chesbrough. The family would like to thank Canon Hospice for their care and compassion. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Dreams of Childhood” – http://odb.org/

This reminds me of Art Linkletter.

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Values – Rising Above – “Bouncing Back” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1485-Bouncing-Back

 

Hymn of the Day – “Turn Your Eyes upon Jesus” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/t/u/turnyour.htm

Announcement – We will have our monthly Third Thursday meeting at the cabin Thursday at 6:30.  Feel free to join us.

Please feel free to contact me about praises, requests, or updates you wish me to post.

Anna Lee

Monday

“I cry aloud to the LORD,

and He answers me from His holy mountain.”

~Psalm 3:4~

Ora Lee Wilson was able to attend Sunday School yesterday.  She maneuvered the steps well with two crutches.  Pray for her as she continues to heal following surgery.

Sherry Day is still hospitalized in Baton Rouge.  Pray for her and her family at this time.

Pat Hoosier was admitted into Tulane hospital where he is receiving blood platelets.  He continues to be in good spirits.

Penny Dees McDowell’s pulmonary doctor will be trying to remove her from the vent some time in the next few days.  Pray for Penny during this stressful time.  Pray for her family too.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Seeds and Soil” – http://odb.org/

These Scripture verses were used in the sermon at FBC,K yesterday.

Values – Charily – “My Dad” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1487-My-Dad

Hymn of the Day – “To the Work” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/t/o/tothewor.htm

I think we need to be reminded to give our best effort to any work that God sends our way.

I have a lot to accomplish today.  I hope this song will remind me all during the day to keep on “toiling on”.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“The Lord helps and delivers them;

He will deliver them from the wicked

and will save them because they take refuge in Him.”

~Psalm 37:40, HCSB~

Macy Gueldner – Be sure to read the last couple entries in the journal history.

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

Mrs. Linda Graves passed on this request.

Please add Taylor Callahan (and her parents Grace and Andrew) to the prayer list.  This is my daughter Grace’s oldest (daughter).  She had to be taken by ambulance last Monday night to North Oaks Hospital in Hammond with sudden, severe headache, neck stiffness and severe pain.  They have run lots of tests, and are contemplating a third spinal tap.
She rallied some this morning and we thought the worst was behind us, but has had swelling again and the pressure brings on severe pain.  When I was at the hospital earlier today, she could not even handle someone whispering.
Thank  you and will try to keep you posted.
Wanda Kay Perry (grandmother)
Update on Austin Rose  
This trip home has been amazing and he is still going strong. Today was by far a Great day. Had an all day band camp from 8 am – 9 pm and I got to chaperone all day and AUSTIN WAS THERE THE ENTIRE DAY TOO!!! It really did my heart good to watch him participating as best he could and just being with his band. Directors even discussing what he can do for the competitions. “No marcher left behind”. I love this band and all of my band babies who worked their butts off today. You are all amazing!
Update on Penny Dees McDowell at North Oaks
Update Saturday: Not much change today. Still resting peacefully so I pray there is ALOT of healing going on. Did another blood culture & it was negative. Thank God! Dr’s are encouraged, but still say she’s in critical condition. I went to church today & I could feel God’s presence telling me not to worry, so I’m putting it in his hands and I am so thankful that he has brought her this far. She IS getting better & it’s because of the prayers & Gods work. Thanks to EVERYONE for the prayers & the blood donations. You will never know how much it means to us. Keep the faith. 
Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Facing Our Past” – http://odb.org/
Values – Devotion – Devoted to Giving My Niece a Good Life  – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1489-Devoted-to-Giving-My-Niece-a-Good-Life
Hymn of the Day – “Precious Name” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/p/r/precious.htm
As we are praying for several children who are sick. let’s remember to also pray for children who parent(s) are sick, absent, or not fulfilling their role of parent(s) in some way.  
Anna Lee

Saturday

“At daybreak, LORD, You hear my voice;

at daybreak I plead my case to You and watch expectantly.”

~Psalm 5:3~

 

Susan Rimes has more kidney stones.  Pray for Susan as she tries several different methods to get rid of the stones.

Pray for Jessica Garner and her family, especially her four children.

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

The Panter family was serving in Roseland when we moved to Kentwood.  This story takes on a new meaning when I realize it involves a family I know.

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=41276

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “I’m Invisible” –  http://odb.org/

Values – Appreciation – “We are Family” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1490-We-Are-Family

Hymn of the Day – “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/u/justaclo.htm

Enjoy this beautiful day the Lord has made for us.  Be sure to thank Him.

Anna Lee

Friday

 “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!  

In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope

through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,

and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade—

kept in heaven for you.”

~I Peter 1:3-4~

Teddi Titus was doing much better Friday morning, so she is at home in Kentwood with all her family.  Lauree, on behalf of the family, thanks you for your prayers and concern for  Teddi.

Penny Dees McDowell continues to slowly improve, but is still in ICU at North Oaks.  Thank God for her progress, but please continue to pray for her improvement.  Penny’s family thanks you for all your prayers and expressions of concern.

Macy Gueldner and family moved to Ronald McDonald House at St. Jude’s today.  Read the journal posts from Friday.

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

James Hulos Robertson
(April 26, 1931 – October 9, 2013)

A resident of Amite, died at 9:55 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at St. Helena Nursing Home in Greensburg. He was born April 26, 1931 in Hillsdale and was 82 years of age. Survived by wife of 61 years, Betty Jenkins Robertson, Amite; 3 daughters, Jeannie McCoy and husband, Johnny, Arcola, Kay Smith and husband, Mike, Greensburg and Rose Sanders and husband, Dale, Kennesaw, GA; 1 son, Dale Robertson and wife, Jeri, Amite;10 grandchildren, John McCoy, Jr., Jeremy McCoy, Mary Beth Freche, Josh and Jake Sanders, Colorado Robertson, Betsy Ehret, Rebecca Bardwell and Codie Whetstone; 14 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mae Jean Smith, Hillsdale, Vivian Morgan, Lafayette, 3 brothers, Emmett Robertson, Baker, Terry Robertson, Hillsdale, and Eugene Robertson, Pine Grove. Preceded in death by parents, Hilton and Nellie Robertson and brother, Jerry Lynn Robertson. Visitation at Kedron Baptist Church from 8 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 12, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Jake Williams. Interment Kedron Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, John McCoy, Jr., Jeremy McCoy, Marcus Smith, Josh and Jake Sanders and Colorado Robertson. Honorary Pallbearer will be Daryl Robertson. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Gorgeous Inside” – http://odb.org/

Values – Love – “Walls” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1491-Walls

Hymn of the Day – “Just as I Am, Without One Plea” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/u/justasam.htm

I chose this hymn today because it came to my mind as I read “Walls”.  I trust you will by doubly blessed by reading the story of the origin of this hymn.  Hymns speak to me through words, music, and background stories.

“Lucy” Bible study – Friday morning at 10:00 – “Accusations” – Everyone is welcome to attend.

I’m so blessed to get to share with you.  Thank-you for reading and praying.  You have such an important part – praying!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Give ear to my words,

O LORD,

consider my meditation.

Give heed to the voice of my cry,

my King and my God,

for to You I will pray.”

~Psalm 5:1-2~

Macy Gueldner – There are several new posts in her journal. –  http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Teddi Titus did not get to come home yesterday.  Continue to pray as doctors work to help her.  Pray for the Titus family members at the hospital and at home.

Continue to pray for David Bales’ family as they continue to wait for lab results.

Smiley Conerly had knee replacement surgery yesterday in Hattisburg and is doing well.  Pray for him as he complete the healing with therapy.

My aunt, Naomi, is back in her home town, Sulphur Springs.  She will be in rehab for four to six weeks.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Being a Witness” –  http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “I Love to Tell the Story” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/i/l/ilttts.htm

Be sure to read the story of the little boy who sang this song.

Values – Believe – “The Power of Faith and Family” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1492-The-Power-or-Faith-and-Family

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

Today, let’s pray for the needs listed above and pray for the needs of our country.  We are not the same country as the one our forefathers established in 1776.  Let’s pray the values of 1776 will become strong in our nation again.  

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations,

baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”

~Matthew 28:19a~

 

My aunt, Naomi, did well during her surgery yesterday.  If she continues to do well, she should be transferred to rehab in her home town.

Pray for Jessica Garner.  She is hospitalized.  As you pray for her, please prayer for her family and friends as well as the doctors caring for her.

Teddi Titus did well with her surgery.  She is smiling now because  she is not longer hungry.

Kathy Jo Thompson is having bleeding issues in her head where she just had surgery.  Pray this clears up.

Kathy Warren is hospitalized with blood clots in her legs.  Pray they dissolve soon.

Please read about Macy again today.  http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Life without Bread” – http://odb.org/

Values – Hope – “Heaven Hear Me” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1497-HEAVEN-HEAR-ME-

Baptist Press –  http://www.bpnews.net/

Hymn of the Day – “Trusting Jesus” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/t/r/trusting.htm

 

As I think of the people whose names have been listed above and of others on my personal prayer list, I know that knowing and trusting God are so important.  I hope this song follows you as you maneuver through this day.

“Trusting Jesus, that is all”.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Know that the LORD has set apart the faithful for Himself;

the LORD will hear when I call to Him.”

~Psalm 4:3~

 

My aunt, Naomi, will have surgery at noon today to repair the vertebra she broke Saturday.  Please pray for her and for her family.

I told you about Macy going to St. Jude for treatment.  Here is a link to her Caring Bridge site so you can read and pray.  It looks like the next few months are going to be filled with intense treatment.

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

Continue to pray for the Hoosier family.  When one hurts, they all hurt.  When more than one hurts, ….

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “God Provides, but How?” – http://odb.org/

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

Christian news!

Samaritan’s Purse – Read the story of Alex. – http://www.today.com/allday/sad-news-today-superfan-linny-boyette-has-passed-away-8C11339494

Values – Inspirations – “Wooden Angels” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1500-Wooden-Angels

 

This reminds me of Mr. “Red” Pittman who lives west of Kentwood.  He makes various wooden crafts and gives them away.  I own a garden angel and wooden cross he made.  Mr. “Red” is a cancer patient, but hasn’t stopped using his crafting skills and new ideas to bless others.

Hymn of the Day – “Others” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/t/h/others.htm

This hymn is the first one that came to mind after that inspirational thought.  It represents how we should live our lives, but never seem to do enough.  May we all strive to focus on others and being less self-centered!

Thank-you so much for praying for these needs and for the continuing needs in our community.  You are a blessing!

Anna Lee

Monday

I just realized I forgot to publish this EARLY this morning.  I’m fine.  I just had a long, busy day.

“This good news of the kingdom

will be proclaimed in all the world

as a testimony to all nations.

And then the end will come.”

~Matthew 24:14~

(It was such a joy to share about the Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions last night with two groups of children at TeamKid.  They have such tender hearts and attentive ears.  Pray they will always be open to sharing their money so others can hear about Jesus and always know that Jesus loves them and and wants them to share that message with others.)

From Martha Pevey Drago (written last night)

….our oldest son Jeremy’s daughter Macy has been diagnosed with leukemia. They left for St Judes today. Please put her on your prayer link. Thanks Martha

Penny Dees McDowell

Words cannot express how much our family appreciates all the prayers that our dear personal and even not personal friends have offered up for the healing of our sweet Penny. It means so much just to know that others are as concerned about your loved one as you are. Penny is still in ICU and is still very sick, but is definitely making improvement in the right direction. As of tonight (Sunday), the doctors have ordered that she have no visitors except immediate family for the remainder of her time in ICU. They said that this is because she needs COMPLETE rest in order promote the healing process. Please keep praying for her healing. Thank you so much again. We love you.
Penny’s Family

Please continue to pray for my aunt, Naomi, in Texas.  Her doctor thinks she needs surgery on her vertebrae, so her internal medicine doctor will be consulted today.  She is pain and very uncomfortable.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Public Praise” – http://odb.org/

Missions – Georgia Barnette Missions Offering for Louisiana – http://georgiabarnette.org/mission-studies/

Did You Know?

Nearly 50 percent of Louisiana’s residents do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ?

Values – Encouragement – “You are More Powerful than You Think” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1505-You-Are-More-Powerful-Than-You-Think

Hymn of the Day – “Let Jesus Come into your Heart” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/e/letjesus.htm

During October, we are collecting jackets, winter scarves, gloves, and hat for distribution through Re-Store.  This cooler weather means today is a good time to look though your closets to see what your family will not be using this year.  Collection baskets are available inside the main and office entrances to FBC, Kentwood.  Thanks for sharing.

You are invited to participate in FBC,K visitation at Kentwood Manor at 10 A.M. this morning.

Anna Lee

Sunday

 “He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much;

and he who is unjust in what is least is unjust also in much.”

~Luke 16:10~

Please pray for Mrs. Jennie Frohn of Amite.  She is hospitalized at North Oaks.

Add Penny Dees McDowell to your prayer list.  She is in ICY at North Oaks.

My aunt, Naomi, is hospitalized in Tyler, Texas.  She fell and fractured a vertebrae.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “A Dangerous Challenge” – http://odb.org/

Values – Reaching Out – “I Can’t Hear You” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1506-I-Can-t-Hear-You

Hymn of the Day – “Leave it There” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/e/leaveitt.htm

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee