Category: Inspirational

Thursday

A person’s wisdom yields patience;

it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.

~Proverbs 19:11~

 

 

Josiah Huckaby, son of Job and KK

Josiah is 5 months old as of yesterday…he has been doing really well. They decided to put a nephrostomy tube in on Friday to drain one of his kidneys because of an obstruction from a kidney stone. His other kidney has an obstruction that will require reconstructive surgery in the future. The tube ended up coming out on Sunday & they were going to have to replace it on Monday. They decided to do another ultrasound to see how that kidney was looking…and PRAISE GOD it has improved enough that they won’t have to replace the nephrostomy tube for now. As of right now, the goal is to wean his oxygen down to home settings so that we can start discussing coming home. He has been staying awake all day (he can’t stand to miss any of the action) & sleeping all night…hope he keeps that up. 😉 He loves kicking his feet constantly while he’s awake & he’s starting to smile again! He also loves sitting up & watching people. He wiggles so much the nurses are always having to make sure he hasn’t wiggled to the bottom of the bed…they are constantly having to scoot him back up. Day 155 in the NICU has been an awesome day for Josiah! God is so good!!!

Mrs. Mimi Sneed was able to go home from a friend’s house where she was staying.  She did have to go for more medical tests yesterday, but the results were good.  Pray for her as she recovers from her accident.

Bettye Fussell is moving ahead to her next round of treatment which will begin Monday.  Pray for her to have strength and endurance for this phase of her “battle”.  She certainly has faced this journey with a positive attitude.  Keep her in your prayers.

Thank-you for praying for Jennie as she traveled.  She’ll be able to speak to many of you at church Sunday or the following Sunday.

 

 

Mary Moore Pevey

September 26, 1927 – August 09, 2017

Visitation
Saturday, Aug 12, 2017
8:00 AM-11:00 AM

Funeral Service
Saturday, Aug 12, 2017
11:00 AM

http://http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/mary-pevey
Eva Mae Jones Carney

June 08, 1929 – August 08, 2017

Visitation
Friday, Aug 11, 2017
10:00 AM-2:00 PM

Funeral Service
Friday, Aug 11, 2017
2:00 PM

http://http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/eva-mae-carney

Margaret B Callihan

August 17, 1923 – August 09, 2017

Visitation
Saturday, Aug 12, 2017
12:00 PM-2:00 PM

Funeral Service
Saturday, Aug 12, 2017
2:00 PM

Newell T. Ruth

August 25, 1964 – August 09, 2017

Graveside Service

Saturday, Aug 12, 2017
10:00 AM
Read the Bible – I Chronicles 18-21 & Psalm 68
Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 20
Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net
“I Was Glad When They Said”

 

 

Fall Food Round-up

  1. Refer to yesterday’s Prayer Link for a list of items they especially need.
  2. Leave your items under the stairwell at the office entrance to the church.
  3. The truck will be in Kentwood Monday, September 18th to make the pick-up.

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – Thank-you to all who have helped us collect the items so we can pack 350 shoe boxes this year.  I get so excited when I think about the impact the shoeboxes will make on the lives of children across the world.  There is a collection box under the stairwell to the sound room for those who cannot make it to my classroom Sunday morning before Sunday School.

  • August 13 – Collecting pens and pencils
  • August 20 – Collecting $1.00 calculators
  • August 27 – Collecting bandanas

“Anabel and a Personal Note” – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoeboxstories-anabel-and-a-personal-note/

 

 

Especially for Children!

  • Children in Action (Missions class) – Wednesdays at 6 P.M.
  • Bible Drill Class – Sundays at 6 P.M.

 

 

 

At the end of this day, may you be able to look back with a smile as you think about how this day counted for God’s kingdom.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Wednesday

If you declare with your mouth,

“Jesus is Lord,”

and believe in your heart

that God raised him from the dead,

you will be saved.

For it is with your heart

that you believe and are justified,

and it is with your mouth

that you profess your faith

and are saved.

~Romans 10:9-10~

 

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is scheduled to come home Thursday.  Please pray for her as she makes this adjustment.

Mr. Don Clemons is also expected to return home Thursday.  He will wait a little longer for the lab report.

 

Pray for Jennie as she has been flying home since last night and doesn’t land until this evening..  She’ll be leaving her firstborn at college next week.

James Michael Feltman

July 18, 1953 – August 06, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/james-michael-feltman

Frank Benjamine Bedwell

February 06, 1971 – August 05, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/frank-bedwell

Read the Bible – I Chronicles 15-17 and Psalm 67

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 20

“Dania and the Radio” – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoeboxstories-dania-and-a-radio/

Children on Mission – Meets tonight at 6 P.M. at FBC, Kentwood

Operation Christmas Child Items We’re Collecting

  • August 13 – Pens and Pencils

  • August 20 – $1.00 Calculators

“Jesus Loves the Little Children” 

I believe in prayer.  Do you?

Anna Lee

Saturday

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this:

While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

~Romans 5:8~

 

Please remember Debbie Miller and others who are in long-term care facilities.  Visits, small gifts, treats, or cards are always welcome.

Continue to remember Estelle and Bobby Raborn in your prayers.  He is a faithful care-giver.  That’s a difficult job.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon continues at physical therapy at North Oaks on Morrrison.  Her phone number is 230-1706.  Pray for Mr. Cete too.  Their 70th anniversary is three weeks away.

Speaking of anniversaries, and I usually don’t, Mr. Phillip and “Miss” Annie Bell Harrell will also be married a long time this year.  They will soon celebrate seventy-six years of marriage.

 

Margarite Crawford Brooks Fontenot

March 20, 1933 – August 04, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/margarite-fontenot

 

Read the Bible – Malachi 1-2, Psalm 63, and video on Malachi.

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Sunday School at FBC, Kentwood begins at 9:15 followed by worship at 10:30.  We have a class for everyone at all services.  A nursery is available for young children during all our services on Sundays and again on Wednesday.  Our night services begin at 6:00.

 

It’s time for the new school year to begin.  Be alert to children waiting for buses, the addition traffic including buses, and school zones.

 

“Be Ye Doers of the Word”

Lyrics and music – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-qgu6dNIT0

 

There are many to pray for, visit, call, send cards to, prepare a meal or a treat for, etc. This might be a good day to do some of those things.

Anna Lee

 

Friday

If you do what is right, will you not be accepted?

But if you do not do what is right, sin is crouching at your door;

it desires to have you, but you must rule over it.”

~Genesis 4:7~

 

Ruby King of Roseland was able to go home from rehab yesterday.  Let’s pray she continues to improve.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon continues to be at North Oaks Rehab.  Please pray for her.

 

Read the Bible – Zachariah 9-14 & Psalm 62

Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 19 – 20:9

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Operation Christmas Child – What a blessing to go into a store to purchase items for OCC shoeboxes and see a Sunday School member shopping for items for shoeboxes, to have messages about what someone has purchased, but will not be able to turn in until next week, or to walk into the church and find bags of items someone dropped off for us. This is a major project that takes many hands and many hearts.  I’m so thankful for all those who participate and do so over and over to help collect the many items we will need.

 

“Trusting Jesus”

 

Remember to have faith and to trust.

Anna Lee

 

 

Fourth of July

In him and through faith in him

we may approach God

with freedom and confidence.

~Ephesians 3:12~

 

 

Mr. J.D. Smith continues to be at rehab following shoulder surgery.  He is making progress and loving the extra attention from his family.

Mr. John Phillips‘ double knee replacement surgery will be this month.  Keep this man in your prayers as he waits a little longer.

Dickie Sitman is looking ahead to rotator cuff surgery soon.  Pray for good results when he has surgery.

 

 

Read the Bible – Ezekiel 1-4, Psalm 31, and the video on Ezekiel which is found at jointhebibleproject.com

 

Operation Christmas Child 

  • Shoeboxes are packed by churches and individuals.
  • FBC, Kentwood will be a collection site again this year.
  • Collection will be early in November so boxes can begin their long journey.
  • Each box will have a gospel booklet in the proper language added before final deliver so children get an introduction to Jesus.
  • Follow-up classes will be offered.
  • Children who complete the classes will receive a Bible in their own language.
  • Suggested items to purchase now – School Supplies – now available at good prices in many stores.

 

“God Bless America”

 

I hope you feel patriotic today and will spend some time expressing your thankfulness for our great country.  Happy Birthday, America.  I’m very thankful to have been born here.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Monday

 I will walk about in freedom,

for I have sought out your precepts.

~Psalm 119:45~

 

What a great night at church!  Four youth were baptizes, three as a result of Go Tell camp they attended last week.  Bro. Wendell baptized them in the very same baptistry where he was baptized!  Isn’t that special?  The youth gave testimonies and share the highlights of their week.  It was a great night.  I’m so thankful they had this opportunity!

 

 

 

Read the Bible – Lamentations 4-5 and Psalm 30  (If you have not done so, look at the video on Lamentations which is found at http://jointhebibleproject.com)

 

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

 

“I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” – Song from last night’s service

 

 

I trust you have made that decision.  If not, today would be a wonderful day to do so.

Anna Lee

 

Friday

So if the Son sets you free,

you will be free indeed.

~John 8:36~

 

Pray for Mr. Kent Raiford of Arcola as he undergoes tests to determine why there has been a sudden change in his health.

 

Tish Fairburn received a good report in Houston.

Went back to Dr. Oki in Houston today. More good news. There is only one spot that has lymphoma. He was expecting more. Since it is only one, I am going to have 12 radiation treatments. He said that should kill it. Start treatments on July17th. I am living proof that God does do miracles. So thankful for that.

 

Pray for Josiah Huckaby, son of Job and K.K.

We’ve had quite a few people asking about Josiah…so here’s an update: He is doing good. He is up to 8 lb.. 5.5oz. We had a set back with his lungs so he is on a Bubble CPAP now. They have been able to wean him some but it has been very slowly. As far as his g-tube, he is doing well with that. They are working towards weaning him down to 30 minute feeds every 3 hours. Still no idea when he will get to come home. One of the doctors told us he probably has a long way to go since this last set back. Today is day 114 in the NICU but God is so good & He has been so faithful to us. We have also been blessed by so much kindness during the last 3.5 months and we can’t express the gratitude & love that overwhelms our hearts…y’all know who you are.  

 

Mr. J.D. Smith celebrated his 84th birthday in rehab with lots of attention from his family.  Pray for him as he continues rehab on his new shoulder.

 

 

James “Rube” Ardillo

March 08, 1953 – June 28, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituaries/view/id/4280562?fh_id=10545

 

 

 

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 51-52 & Psalm 27

 

Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 14 & 15

 

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

 

Baptist Message – http://baptistmessage.com

 

Sunday, First Baptist Church, Kentwood will honor first responders during the morning worship.  A church-wide lunch will follow that.  You are invited to attend.

 

 

I saw a portion of a Bill Gaither patriotic program last night.  If you have the opportunity to view it, please do so.

 

“A Few Good Men” 

 

 

 

Thank-you for reading and praying.  If you ever have a need you would like for us to pray about, please contact me through the “CONTACT” section at the top, right portion of this page.

Anna Lee

 

 

Sunday

“Accept one another, then,

just as Christ accepted you,

in order to bring praise to God.”

~Romans 15:7 NIV~

 

Happy Father’s Day!

 

Read the Bible – Jer. 7-9 & Psalm 15

Louisiana Baptist Message – baptistmessage.org

Waylon Bailey’s Blog – waylonbailey.com

Thom S. Rainer’s Blog – thomrainer.com

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M. in the fellowship hall of FBC, K

Operation Christmas Child – Don’t forget to make some purchases all along so we will be able to pack lots of shoeboxes for needy children around the world.  You are always welcome to bring them to me before Sunday School, any week of the year.

 

All of you, take up My yoke and learn from Me,

because I am gentle and humble in heart,

and you will find rest for yourselves.

For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.

~Matthew 11:29-30 HCSB~

“Are Ye Able?” 

 

This is a special day to honor dad and the memory of dads.  They influence their children when they are trying to and when they do no realize they are doing so!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday

Come to Me,

all of you who are weary and burdened,

and I will give you rest.

~Matthew 11:28 HCSB~

 

 

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 4-6 and Psalm 14

Pray for all the children, including my to GA ones, who are headed off to camp in the next few days.  I know of several groups headed out to several different camps.  I pray they are safe and well-fed spiritually.  I also pray for the youth leadership attending camps with them.  May they have abounding love and patience as well as wisdom in dealing with all the situations they will face.

VBS finished at some churches and begins at others.  Pray for young lives to be changed in the VBS opportunities.

 

I have noticed the music in some stores the last couple of days.  Thankfully, I heard “Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling” and other wonderful hymns in one.  It made my day happy.

 

More later….