Category: Operation Christmas Child

Tuesday

Surely your goodness and love

will follow me all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

~Psalm 23:6~

 

Wonderful reports!

  • Sherman Cutrer‘s heart corrected itself.  He is back home.
  • Sandy B. Morgan‘s platelets are improving enough she is out of bleeding danger and has been allowed to go home.
  • Thank you, Lord!

The Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off Station collected boxes from seven groups/individuals yesterday.  We had plenty of help during the day.  The slow time between visits gave us the opportunity to visit.  I must say Day One was a success because of all the shoeboxes that are on the way to a boy or girl somewhere who may never have received a gift before or heard of Jesus.  I’m looking forward to Day Two!

Thankfulness Day 15:  I must say how thankful I am for Samaritan’s Purse and its Operation Christmas Child.  David and I have seen the gifts and delivery people as they traveled overseas, the gifts actually being delivered, and the workers as they traveled home.  I can only imagine how lives of boys and girls have been changed.  I’m sure many heard about Jesus and His love for the first time.

The Friday Morning Bible Study will complete John 11 this week.  Handouts will be available for the next chapter.  See you at 10:00.

 

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 147:1-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Third Thursday at the Cabin – Come join us at 6:30 for our monthly gathering.  We love to have our friends here and love to make new friends.

 

Trouble and distress have come upon me, but your commands give me delight.                                                                                                                                         ~ Psalm 119:143 (NIV)~ 

(We can delight in the Lord despite our troubles!)

“Jesus is Coming Soon”

 

Knowing that Jesus is going to come soon should guide our footsteps today and every day!

Anna Lee

 

Monday

Do not forget the covenant I have made with you,

and do not worship other gods.  

Rather, worship the LORD your God;

it is he who will deliver you

from the hand of all your enemies.”

~2 Kings 17:38-39~

 

Thankfulness, Day14:  Today, I’m thankful FBC, Kentwood was asked to be a new drop-off location for the collection of shoeboxes.  We will be accepting shoeboxes for the next week beginning at 9:00 each day.  May God richly bless each child who receives a shoebox and each person involved in preparing and sending them around the world.

 

Please pray for Jeanna Lee-Newton and her family.  Her parents, Ricky and Brenda Russell of Chesbrough, went to check on her after church yesterday and were heartbroken when they saw her.  Many prayer are needed for this family.

Sandy Bennett Morgan, a former student, is hospitalized in Baton Rouge with a rare blood disorder.  Pray for Sandy, Paul, and Zach as well as other family members and the medical staff caring for her.  You may remember Zach’s Lids for Kids, collection of hats for sick children and delivery to numerous hospitals.  Sandy got Zach started on this and other ministries to help children with medical needs.

Please pray for Sherman Cutrer.  His is hospitalized in Baton Rouge with heart issues.  I’m sure your prayers will be appreciated.

Please continue to pray for Kenneth Birch and his back issues.  He has a procedure scheduled for December 7th.

 

Scripture Writing: Psalm 116:23-36

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive in the Spirit. ~ 1 Peter 3:18 (NIV)~

“Where You There”

 

This week David and I will have the Third Thursday Gathering at the Cabin.  It starts at 6:30 and is always a time of great Christian fellowship.

May you be a blessing to someone today!

Anna Lee

 

 

Saturday

 

Cry out, “Save us, God our Savior;

gather us and deliver us from the nations,

that we may give thanks to your holy name,

and glory in your praise.”

~1 Chronicles 16:35~

Jeanna Lee-Newman is at a care-giving location in New Orleans for at least the next four weeks.  Pray for her and for her family.

Chris Wales doesn’t seem to be home yet.  Pray for his recovery from knee-replacement surgery.  Pray for Kathy too.

David’s eyes were better yesterday than they have been since he started seeing the retina specialist.  David did require some laser surgery again.  He’s still to rest.  The doctor said he could drive again.  He chose to ride home and to/from a football game last night.

Larry Stevens Phillips

October 15, 1949 – November 11, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=4004236&fh_id=10545

 

Scripture Writing – I Chronicles 16:8-14

 

Thankfulness, Day 12 – Today, I would like to share that I am thankful for a granddaughter who has intelligence, maturity, and always a sweet spirit.

 

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For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you.

We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will t

through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives.

~Colossians 1:9 (NIV)~

“Near to the Heart of God”

 

Coming Monday – FBC, Kentwood will be the drop-off location for Samaritan’s Purse “shoeboxes”.  Check the website for locations and times.  Also, check the website for how you can track the movement of the shoebox(es) you packed.  You can learn what country your box goes to.  Any individual, church, club, school, etc. can bring your boxes to us this year.

 

I’m so glad I get to be involved in the shoebox ministry!

Anna Lee

 

 

Thursday

“Don’t repay evil for evil.

Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you.

Instead, pay them back with a blessing.

That is what God has called you to do,

and he will grant you his blessing.”

~1 Peter 3:9 NLT, 2nd ed.~

 

David and I had a good visit with Johnny Belgard Tuesday.  Four months in Ochsner was a long time.  He is looking better.  We thank God for his return to good health and for all your prayers for him.  One of the benefits of his improved health is the opportunity to again teach his Sunday School class at FBC, Amite.

Kathy said that Chris Wales may be able to return home tonight depending on how well he does in physical therapy.  Pray for Chris as he adjusts to his new knee,

Linda K. Graves is in Kentwood until Friday.  Thank God she has this opportunity to visit with friends and church family for a few days.

 

Gussie Hayden Stevens

February 09, 1934 – November 09, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/4001749

Vertalee Hayden Blalock

December 10, 1924 – November 08, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/4001784

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 136:1-12

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

     “Being Christian and American” – http://www.bpnews.net/47844/firstperson—being-christian-and-american

“On Mission Today” –  Subscribe and read stories such as “16 Ways to Pray for Missionaries” – http://lp.namb.net/subscribe-to-on-mission-today  (This is a free online magazine.)

    See this article as an example – https://www.imb.org/2016/11/08/16-ways-to-pray-for-missionaries/?utm_campaign=On+Mission+Today&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=37336950&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9YWOvN8TBcdCt30BC5YV6kyLI5bSah44DtjvtQ0o79BwCcQH0LRuedAIwgWT2I69PYbr3OewhSKJi6maFgL20_9cc8qA&_hsmi=37336950

Friday Morning Bible Study – FBC, Kentwood Fellowship Hall at 10:00; You are welcome to join us.

Christmas Joy Opportunity – Bring a book of Christmas stamps which will be placed on Christmas cards we already have and given to prisoners so they can communicate with family members during the Christmas Season.  The deadline is December 4th.

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off – November 14-21 at FBC, Kentwood.

God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways;                                                                                                   he does great things beyond our understanding.                                                                                     He says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth,’                                                                                                   and to the rain shower, ‘Be a mighty downpour.’                                                                                                                                                        ~Job 37:5-6 (NIV)~

“He’s Everything to Me”

Lyrics – http://www.worshiptogether.com/songs/hes-everything-to-me

Scripture Reference – Acts 17:27

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0S5AknvJAUU

Thankfulness Day 10 – I’m thankful for my grandson who has many outdoor skills/ love for country living, even though he was not raised in the country, leadership skills without being domineering, and is also very tenderhearted.

I hope you enjoyed “meeting my three grandsons”.  Tomorrow, I will begin to introduce you to my three granddaughters.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

Now may the Lord of peace himself

give you peace at all times and in every way.

The Lord be with all of you.

~2 Thessalonians 3:16~

May each of you have the peace of the Lord today.

No matter whether you candidate won or lost, the Lord is on His throne!

Thankfulness, Day 9 – Today, I’m thankful for a grandchild who is lovable, athletic, and outgoing.  No name given, just wonderful qualities he possesses.

Children in Action will meet tonight at 6 P.M. at FBC, Kentwood.  If your children and/or grandchildren have not been coming, tonight is a wonderful night to start.  We include boys and girls from age 3 – fifth grade.

“Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the LORD.

“Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow;

though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.

                                                                                        ~Isaiah 1:18 (NIV)~

“God Bless America” – We sang this Monday at the  World Day of Prayer

Scripture Writing – Psalm 100:1-5 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+100%3A1-5&version=NIV

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Baptist Message – baptistmessage.com

 

A current mission project you can help with is sending stamped Christmas cards to local inmates so they can send them to to those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to communicate with family at Christmas.  If you bring some Christmas stamps, I have the cards.

Finsh your “shoeboxes” so you can turn them in next week.

 

 

I want to leave you with this post, written yesterday, from Waylon Bailey, pastor of FBC, Covington – http://waylonbailey.com/2016/11/09/how-to-pray-for-the-next-president/

Anna Lee

 

 

Sunday

 

“I have told you these things,

so that in me you may have peace.

In this world you will have trouble.

But take heart!

I have overcome the world.”

~John 16:33~

 

 

Time change this morning!

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.

 

Scripture Writing – I Thessalonians 5:12-18

World Day of Prayer – 10 A.M. Monday at Kedron

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off begin November 14th.

Children’s Mission class meets at 6:00 Wednesdays.

Friday Morning Bible Study meets at 10:00 on Fridays.

Needed – Christmas Stamps for Christmas card for prisoners

 

“It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer;                                                                      And while they are still speaking, I will hear.”                                                                                                                                                                         ~Isaiah 65:24 NKJV~

“Teach Me to Pray”

Be thankful today and every day!

Anna Lee

 

Friday

Peace I leave with you;

my peace I give you.

I do not give to you as the world gives.

Do not let your hearts be troubled

and do not be afraid.

~John 14:27~

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.

Scripture Writing – Isaiah 12:2-6 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah+12%3A2-6&version=NIV

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

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,

then I will hear from heaven,

and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

~2 Chronicles 7:14, NKJV~

Today’s hymn – “Learning to Lean”

Lyrics – http://christiansongoftheday.blogspot.com/2009/03/learning-to-lean.html (It looks long, but the chorus is written after each verse.)

Hymn story – http://absolutelygospel.com/index.php?/content/articles/7190 (I don’t know if you read these hymn stories, but if think if you read this one you will say “Wow!” and hum or sing this song for yourself.)

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4GHGIcAK0M

                     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a80QMrpFpMA

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M.

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off Week at FBC, Kentwood – Nov. 14-21

Two Rivers Associational WMU – You do not need to be a member of WMU to attend.

November 7 –  World Day of Prayer – Kedron Baptist Church at 10 A.M.

December 4 – Lottie Moon Tea – Kentwood at 2 P.M.

Project – Stamped Christmas Cards for prisoners 

You can provided stamped Christmas cards or stamps for cards I already have.

Bring to me by Dec. 4 or deliver to the jail yourself.

Prayers are amazing, from the heart, cost-free, and effective.

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

 

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts,

since as members of one body

you were called to peace.

And be thankful

~Colossians 3:15~

 

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 Writing – 2 Corinthians 4:15-18

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

“8 Tips for Making Your Meals Missional” – https://www.imb.org/2016/10/24/8-tips-making-meals-missional/?utm_campaign=On+Mission+Today&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=36902839&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9bhfEjrrjOApRTBgNvQZrDlPJ-p8xRL2NctHc2b3lu0Gp3w3FaVUaWjW5GqGF5Jwp1EeV-Lye1eoPCLABD3sDBpjmWvw&_hsmi=36902839

 

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off Location in Kentwood – November 14-21, 2016

Kentwood, LA – First Baptist Church, Kentwood

310 Avenue E
Kentwood, LA 70444

Mon Nov 14 2016: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tue Nov 15 2016: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wed Nov 16 2016: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thu Nov 17 2016: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fri Nov 18 2016: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sat Nov 19 2016: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sun Nov 20 2016: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Mon Nov 21 2016: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
There is a list at the church for those who wish to sign up to help by greeting guests, praying, moving and packing boxes, or providing treats.
Keep yourselves in the love of God . . .
                                                         ~Jude 21~
“To God be the Glory”
Lyrics – http://www.hymnsite.com/lyrics/umh098.sht
Hymn story – http://www.gaffneyledger.com/news/2008-04-04/Columns/Stories_Behind_The_Hymns.html
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-15v9iworAU
Thank-you for praying today!
Anna Lee

Tuesday

Even though I walk through the darkest valley,

I will fear no evil, for you are with me;

your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

~Psalm 23:4~

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.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 95:1-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

“Are You Underestimating God” by Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com/2016/10/31/are-you-underestimating-god/

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)~

“He is My Everything” 

 

Children in Action – Wednesday night 6-7 P.M.

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M.

 

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. 

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday

“Now you must also rid yourselves

of all such things as these:

anger,

rage,

malice,

slander,

and filthy language from your lips.”

~Colossians 3:8 NIV~

 

 

Missions Report and Opportunities

  • Georgia Barnette Missions Offering for Louisiana continues.
  • The Operation Christmas Child “Shoeboxes” at FBC, Kentwood are packed, all 325 of them!  Thanks to all who helped in any way.
  • FBC, Kentwood will be a drop-off location for “shoeboxes” Nov. 14-21.  Thank-you to all who helped in any way.
  • During the month of November, please contribute books of Christmas stamps that will be put on Christmas cards (that I already have) to be given to parish prisoners so they can write to family members.
  • WMU ladies will gather at Kedron Baptist Church on Monday, November 7th at 10:00 A.M. to learn about and participate in the World Day of Prayer.

 

 

Scripture Writing – John 15: 20-25 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+15%3A20-25&version=NIV

Thom S. Rainer – thomrainer.com

Waylon Bailey – waylonbailey.com

 

“Ten Tips for Leading Kids to Christ” – by Thom S. Rainer – http://ftc.co/resource-library/1/2422?utm_source=ThomRainer.com&utm_campaign=63a3892506-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_TEDS&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_10c78481d1-63a3892506-74867321

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”                                                                ~Matthew 19-14 NIV~

But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.                    ~Luke 18:16~

When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.                                                                                                                                                                                       ~Mark 10:14~

“Jesus Loves the Little Children”

 

 

Have a wonderful Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee