Category: Praises, Requests, & Updates

Monday

My name will be great among the nations,

from where the sun rises to where it sets.

In every place incense and pure offerings

will be brought to me,

because my name will be great among the nations,”

says the LORD Almighty.

~Malachi 1:11~

 

Bettye Fussell had some problems yesterday.  Pray for her and her family today.

 

Jimmy Schwartz

Visitation at First Baptist Church of Kentwood from 8 AM until religious services at 11 AM on Monday, February 20, 2017.

Bible Readings for the Week

Chapter 2 - God's Covenant with Abraham
Sunday
• Read Numbers 31-32
• Read Psalm 50
Monday
• Read Numbers 33-34
• Read Psalm 51
Tuesday
• Read Numbers 35-36
• Read Psalm 52 
Wednesday
• Watch Read Scripture: Deuteronomy
• Download the Poster (take notes!)
• Read Deuteronomy 1-3
• Read Psalm 53
Thursday
• Read Deuteronomy 4-6
• Read Psalm 54
Friday
• Read Deuteronomy 7-9
• Read Psalm 55
Saturday
• Watch Theme Video: The Law
• Read Deuteronomy 10-12
• Read Psalm 56
SUMMARY

In this week’s reading, we see the torch of Israel being passed from one generation to the next before they enter the Promised Land (remember the verdict God handed down to the rebellious generation in Num. 14). This is done, most symbolically, in the leadership of the Israelites being handed from Moses to Joshua. This new generation, with Joshua at the helm, tastes their first victories in battles with regional city-states on the east side of the Jordan River, an area called Moab.

However, Moses’ role is not yet done. You will also open the book of Deuteronomy this week, which is a collection of teachings by Moses that adapts the laws given at Mt. Sinai. He reshapes the covenant laws to address this new generation about to go into the Promised Land. His wise words provide inspiring promises to the Israelites if they keep the covenant laws, and he offers sobering warnings of what will happen if they do not.

Pay Special Attention: Deuteronomy 6:4-5, commonly called “the Shema,” became a prayer in Jewish tradition that was uttered twice a day. This practice continues on today, thousands of years later.
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Children in Action – Those who will be going to the missions fair next month will need to get their t-shirt order and $10.00 turned in by Sunday.

“Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men.”                                ~ 1 Timothy 2:1, NKJV~

 

“Sweet Hour of Prayer”

 

I trust you will be calmed in spirit and drawn closer to God through the words, music, and video for “Sweet Hour of Prayer”.

Anna Lee

Sunday Afternoon

This morning I forgot to include Ora Lee Wilson‘s name.  She has learned that her pacemaker battery died last week and is functioning temporarily on a back-up battery.  She will be having surgery to replace her ten-year-old pacemaker soon.  Pray for her as she waits and then, goes through the surgery.

James “Jimmy” Charles Schwartz, Sr.

October 27, 1941 – February 18, 2017

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Sunday

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

You are my strength; come quickly to help me.

~Psalm 22:19~

 

Arrangements for Jimmy Schwartz

  • Visitation 8-11 A.M. Monday at FBC, Kentwood
  • Memorial Service at 11 A.M.

Please be in prayer for the family.

 

Bible Reading for Today – Numbers 31-32 and Psalm 50

If you get behind, work hard to catch up.  That is much better than dropping out.  I just did some catching up myself.

Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives.         

~Colossians 3:16a NLT~

“Fill My Cup, Lord”

 

Have a blessed Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

 

Saturday

He said: “In my distress I called to the LORD,

and he answered me.

From deep in the realm of the dead I called for help,

and you listened to my cry.

~Jonah 2:2~

Juliana Prescott (2)

Just wanted to say Thank You for all the prayers for her. She had the MRI done yesterday and they said everything went great. Should get the results back next week.

Thank you,

Cheryl Prescott

Andy Boone, brother of Kathy and Wade, is in Ochsner and next door to Bettye Fussell.  Please pray for Andy and his family.

Betty Fussell is looking forward to treatment Monday.  She is in good spirits and appreciates your concern and your prayers.

 

Bible Reading Plan – Numbers 28-30 and Psalm 49

 

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For I am convinced that neither death nor life,

neither angels nor demons,

neither the present nor the future,

nor any powers,

neither height nor depth,

nor anything else in all creation,

will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 8:38-39 (NIV)

“My Jesus, I Love Thee”

 

Today is a great day to serve the Lord!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Friday

The LORD your God is with you,

the Mighty Warrior who saves.

He will take great delight in you;

in his love he will no longer rebuke you,

but will rejoice over you with singing.”

~Zephaniah 3:17~

 

Please continue to pray for Bettye Fussell and Darren Fontz and their families.

 

The Third Thursday Gathering was last night.  We had one of out biggest crowds ever.  It included two couples who have never come before and guests from eight different churches .  Our four musical guests including two who have been out due to illness.  David’s devotional on “Faith” fit perfectly.  It was a wonderful night!  We will meet again on the third Thursday of March.

 

Bible Reading Plan – Numbers 25-27 and Psalm 48.

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Bible Study – 10 A.M. this morning; John 19

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – February 28 at 11 A.M. at The Cafe

 

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?

Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.

~Romans 8:35,37 (NIV)~

“The Love of God”

 

I trust that if you don’t know “that wonderful love”,  you will contact someone who can introduce you this very day.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday

For God so loved the world

that he gave his one and only Son,

that whoever believes in him

shall not perish but have eternal life.

~John 3:16~

 

 

Bettye Fussell is at Ochsner where the doctors are hoping to begin chemo Monday.  Please continue to pray.

James Allen is back at home.  Pray for him.

Phillip Strickland is scheduled for his final treatment today.  Pray all goes well.

Juanita Booty, Ora Lee Wilson’s sister and Betty Simpson’s sister-in-law, is better.  Thank-you for your prayers for her and her family.

 

Bible Reading – Numbers 22-24 and Psalm 67

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“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true

and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives.

It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.

God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.”

~2 Timothy 3:16-17 NLT~

“The B-I-B-L-E”

 

I hope to see many of you tonight at 6:30.

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

I’m sorry to be late.  I had to wait for Jason to restart the server.

Love is patient,

love is kind.

It does not envy,

it does not boast,

it is not proud.

~1 Corinthians 13:4~

Don Meadows‘ surgery went well.  He’s home and doing well.  Thank you for praying for him.

Bettye Fussell‘s daughter shared this yesterday.

We just want to say a special “THANK YOU” to everyone that has called, text, sent flowers/cards and come to visit my Mom during this hard time. We are amazed at all of the love and support that everyone has shown her. Just to update everyone, she will hopefully be transferred this afternoon from Southwest to Ochsner’s in New Orleans to begin her chemo treatment. Please keep sending prayers her way as she begins this new journey. We know God is in control and we are ready to fight this fight!! Thank you and We love you all!!

Melinda Russell recently joined her husband in China where he is working.  Her mother passed away in Texas, so now she is flying back.  Pray for her as she travels and as the family celebrate her life.

Bro. Stan Statham requests prayer for a volunteer.

BASELA Family- please be praying for Bro. Michael, a Disaster Relief Volunteer from Arkansas who fell from a roof in New Orleans East yesterday while working on a home. He has significant injuries but is in good spirits. I will update after I visit him in the hospital later this morning. -Bro. Stan

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Bible Reading Plan – Numbers 19-21 and Psalm 46

 

Bro. Stan shares information about Hope Center.

This will be our last week of 1/2 off our winter clothes, shoes and coats. We will be putting out our Spring/Summer clothes February 21st. Come visit us this week for some great values!! Open Tuesday – Friday from 9:00 to 5:00. 985-247-2235

 

This is love: not that we loved God,  

but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.

~1 John 4:10 (NIV)~

“Jesus is the Sweetest Name I Know”

 

Mark your calendar for these extras.

  • Tonight – Children’s missions at 6 P.M.
  • Tomorrow  – Third Thursday Gathering at 6:30
  • Friday – Bible Study of John 19 at 10 A.M.
  • Tuesday – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party at 11 A.M.

 

Enjoy a little cooler weather.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

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~

 

I talked with Ginger Landry about her daughter, Debbie Landry, who was Jennie’s friend in elementary school.  Debbie’s recent test showed no cancer following surgery.  Please pray for Debbie’s health issues to improve.

Tammy Meadows is doing much better now.  Thanks for praying for her as she recovered from surgery.

Please continue to pray for Bettye Fussell, her family, and her medical caregivers as tests are done and options for treatment are discussed.

 

Gloria McClanahan McKinnon

April 12, 1923 – February 11, 2017

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Bible Reading for Today – Numbers 17-18 and Psalm 45

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“A new command I give you: Love one another.

As I have loved you, so you must love one another.

By this everyone will know that you are my disciples,

if you love one another.”

~ John 13:34-35 (NIV)~

“Love is the Theme”

 

Reminder – Please make plans to join us Thursday at 6:30 at the cabin.  

 

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Anna Lee

 

 

Monday

Be completely humble and gentle;

be patient, bearing with one another in love.

~Ephesians 4:2~

 

Two updates

  • Buddy Bel of Amite is continuing to improve from his recent heart surgery.
  • Jeffrey Brister who had a motorcycle accident in improving from his surgeries.

 

Today’s Bible Reading – Numbers 14-16 and Psalm 44

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Monday
• Read Numbers 14-16
• Read Psalm 44
Tuesday
• Read Numbers 17-18
• Read Psalm 45
Wednesday
• Read Numbers 19-21
• Read Psalm 46
Thursday
• Watch Torah Series: Numbers
• Read Numbers 22-24
• Read Psalm 47
Friday
• Read Numbers 25-27
• Read Psalm 48
Saturday
• Read Numbers 28-30
• Read Psalm 49

 

For God so loved the world

that he gave his one and only Son,

that whoever believes in him

shall not perish but have eternal life.

— John 3:16 (NIV)

“Whosoever Surely Meaneth Me”

 

Third Thursday – We will meet at 6:30.  Mr. Harlon Toney is planning to be back with us following his recent illness.  I hope to see you Thursday.

Anna Lee