Praises, Requests, & Updates – Page 286

Wednesday

“But I say to you, love your enemies,

bless those who curse you,

do good to those who hate you,

and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you.”

~Matthew 5:44, NKJV~

Dan Turner has some rest from intense therapy over the long weekend, but things will change today. Pray for Dan as he works to get better.

Jill Brister will have back surgery today. Pray this will relieve her of some of the pain she has been experiencing.

IMB: Finding Life in a Coffee Shop

http://www.imb.org/main/give/lmw/Story.asp?StoryID=8784&LanguageID=1709

Day 20 of Reading the Bible in 90 Days

1 Samuel 2:30 -1 Samuel 15:35

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Share the Good News with someone today!

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Bear one another’s burdens,

and so fulfill the law of Christ.”

~Galatians 6:2~

Some of you may be interested in another retirement. Rev. Bobby Eads, former youth minister at Kentwood and currently senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Hazel Grove, Alabama, announced his retirement Sunday. Bro. Bobby has served there for 18 years. His official date of retirement is April 7th.

Today is Day 19 of our 90 ( really 88 ) days of Bible readings. I love the format of reading only in one book of the Bible each day. Also, it is so easy to see your progress with this plan.

Judges 15:13 – 1 Samuel 2:29

Another IMB missions story for our students

“Like Father, Like Son”

http://www.imb.org/main/give/lmw/Story.asp?StoryID=9859&LanguageID=1709

Please continue to pray for the many who have been listed, especially the grieving families.

Have a blessed day!

Anna Lee

Monday (Posted Sunday Night)

Pray for Mr. Billy Travis who is still in North Oaks. Pray for his family too.

Day 18 of 90 Day Bible Reading

Read through Judges 15:12.

The Ladies’ Retreat will begin in the Lighthouse (youth building) which is located across the street from the church to the north. I’m sure you will see the cars there. If you plan to attend, but haven’t purchased a ticket yet, call the church office tomorrow. That will help them know how much food to prepare.

IMB: Gospel on the Football Field

http://www.imb.org/main/give/lmw/Story.asp?StoryID=9858&LanguageID=1709

Sunday

Today is “A Day to Pray for our Nation”.

Today we ask God for forgiveness and healing of our land and to bless our country and her people. This will not be a political rally but a spiritual event and hopefully one that can help bring us together as we move forward as a nation.

Beverly Dyer is now hospitalized at Ochsner’s. Please ask God to comfort her family.

Frank’s Mom (Verla Smith) passed away tonight
In Brookhaven, Miss. She will be at Riverwood Funeral
Home in Brookhaven, Monday from 11:00 to1:00
With funeral at 1:00 at the Chapel there. Burial
will be at Woodlawn Cemetary in Summit, Miss.
Thanks,
Sue

Pray for the family of Tammy Draughn Ott.

90 Days of Bible Reading

Today, we will be reading Joshua 15:1 – Judges 3:27.

Music from the Heart: $80 keeps the music playing in Togo.

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It’s the Lord’s Day. Don’t leave Him out! Center your day around Him.

Anna Lee

Saturday

Don’t lose sight of my words.

Let them penetrate deep within your heart,

for they bring life and radiant health

to anyone who discovers their meaning.

~Proverbs 4:21-22 (NLT)~

From Charlene Blades

Please keep Billy Travis in your prayers. Also pray for his entire family as they tend to his needs.He is in North Oaks. He had issue with some bloood clots. He is better but still in the hospital.
A very dear and special lady, Tammy Ott, passed away yesterday. Please pray for the family as they mourn and prepare for the days ahead. Tammy is married to Kerry Ott, she has two wonderful sons, Sawyer and Trustin.

(Tammy’s death notice is in the Enterprise Journal, but the arrangements are listed as incomplete. ala)

Dan Turner is progressing very well in rehab. Yesterday, he walked on his own, without a supporting harness.

Emme Brabham had the wires removed from her jaws yesterday. She continues to progress. Thankfully, she will now be able to eat without having to use a straw!

Jadon’s Story – We have another update on Jadon.

http://jadonsisstory.blogspot.com/2013/01/great-news.html

Today, I’m going to begin a series from the IMB suitable for students. If you have a child or grandchild who is of that age, you may want to send this story to them as an email or a text.

http://www.imb.org/main/give/lmw/Story.asp?StoryID=9856&LanguageID=1709

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Enjoy some sunshine and some Sonshine today!

Anna Lee

Friday

“But as for me,

my prayer is to You, O Lord,

in the acceptable time;

O God, in the multitude of Your mercy,

hear me in the truth of Your salvation.”

~Psalm 69:13~

Dan Turner is making good progress in rehab. Pray for continued improvement and for strength for the family as they continue this “marathon”.

Mrs. Jennie (Robert) Frohn of Amite has had a stroke. Pray for her and her family as they work through this problem. (JoEllen F. Carruth shared this information and requested prayers.)

Kathy Jo Thompson

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

Jones Family

http://gavincarrie.blogspot.com/

90 Day Bible Reading

Read through Deuteronomy 34:12.

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Tim’s Trip – I hope you are enjoying these stories of real people sharing Jesus and sharing them with the children in your life. Who knows? One day it might be your child or grandchild sharing Jesus somewhere around the world.

http://www.imb.org/main/give/lmw/Story.asp?StoryID=9864&LanguageID=1709

The sunshine yesterday was wonderful. Even during the many rainy days, the Son was shining brightly.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Now he who plants and he who waters are one,

and each one will receive his own reward according to his own labor.

For we are God’s fellow workers.”

~1 Corinthians 3:8-9a~

90 Day Bible Reading – Day 14 – Read through Deuteronomy 23:11.

Jennifer Pittman got a good report yesterday. There is no cancer in her liver.

Betty Taylor’s mother has been very sick. Please pray for Mrs. Ruby Lee Zeigler.

Donnie Travis is healing from Tuesday’s surgery. Keep him in your prayers.

The monthly meeting at the cabin for all those who wish to attend is tonight at 6:30. Don’t let the cold weather stop you.

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Story to share – Athletes on a Mission – http://www.imb.org/main/give/lmw/Story.asp?StoryID=9866&LanguageID=1709

Women’s Day Retreat

Saturday, January 26th

9 A.M. – 4 P.M.

FBC, Kentwood

Rochelle Frazier is an author and Christian Inspirational Speaker who will share her journey of “inspiration from desperation” which led to the creation of her children’s series the SWEETEAS. Through her written and spoken words, Rochelle seeks to move women to pray boldly and live lives woth their calling. Her genuine heart is felt by all and her love of the Lord is infectious. Her story will:

Renew hope that God still works in miracles.
Creates the desire to know Him deeply and love Him passionately.
Unveil the transformation that come from speaking God’s Word.
Inspire women to step into their calling following Him fearlessly.
Teach the calling of a Deuteronomy 6 Woman.

Tickets of $15 includes materials, meal, and entry into a drawing for several of Rochelle’s book. Call 985-229-8111 to purchase your tickets or visit the church office.

FBC, Kentwood web site: http://fbckentwood.com/index.php

May you be blessed today as you strive to bless others.

Anna Lee

Wednesday Addition

From Velta Morris

First, I want to thank each of you for your prayers and concern and your many expressions of love over the past several months. To recap a bit about where we started and where we are now:

In January 2012 I was diagnosed with follicular lymphoma, a non-aggressive type of lymphoma (one of 30 types of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma). In August some nodes became aggressive and required 6 rounds of chemotherapy, the last of which I had in mid-December. My last CT scan was on Monday of this week.

Today, my oncologist confirmed that I was done with chemo and there was no new activity! This type of lymphoma, however, will become active again at some point – we all hope it will be years, if the Lord wills.

My doctor discussed with me the option of going on a two-year maintenance program where I could receive an infusion of the drug Rituxin (not chemo) every two months (it has NO side effects); he explained that this would not extend life expectancy, but it had been shown in studies to delay the need for chemotherapy when the lymphoma does become aggressive again, which we hope is years down the road.

As of today, I have opted to have the Rituxin infusions, beginning on February 13; I will keep my buddy “port cath” (we’ve gotten really attached – pun intended J.) I can now resume my normal activities – even going back to Wal-Mart – yay! Got my flu shot, so I’m good to go!

My oncologist is very pleased with my progress and the way I tolerated and responded to the chemo. He is very optimistic about my future and rejoiced along with me!

Your love, prayers, and encouragement have gotten me through this and Bill has been here for me each step of the way! I’m thankful beyond measure for each of you who have carried me along this journey. If I’m not being too selfish, would you pleasekeep me in your prayers until I release you? J

To God Be the Glory! I love you.

I thank my God every time I remember you. Philippians 1:3 (NIV)

Velta G. Morris

937 East Meadow Dr.

Lancaster, SC 29720

803-285-5168 (H)

803-288-0901 (C)

veltag@comporium.net

Beware of the possibility for snow tonight in the Kentwood area. Be warm and safe!

Wednesday

Start with GOD—the first step in learning is bowing down to GOD;

only fools thumb their noses at such wisdom and learning.

~Proverbs 1:7 (MSG)~

God has a plan for the rain he is sending us. Be careful if you have to get out and travel or work in the rain.

90 Day Bible Reading – Read through Deuteronomy 7:26

Click to access BibleIn90Days.pdf

Baptist Press Sports – This is where you can find some real sports heroes.

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Better in Braille

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Do something to help/brighten the day of someone who is homebound and possibly depressed about the weather.

Anna Lee

Tuesday Afternoon

Pray for two ladies from our area who are working as chaplains with Louisiana Disaster Relief due to the flooding in Louisiana.

Pray for Kathy Jo Thompson from Amite as she has surgery all day tomorrow. Pray this one is the last one she will need for a long time.

Dan Turner continues to work hard in rehab. His family is thankful for all the progress he has made.

Please plan to join with many others as they pray for our nation Sunday, January 20th. Our country needs prayer.

William Gill, Sr.
(September 14, 1932 – January 14, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, he died at 1:34 p.m. on Monday, January 14, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. He was born September 14, 1932 in Kentwood and was 80 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Lynda Butscher Gill; 1 son, Billy Gill, Jr. and wife, Kitty; 2 grandchildren, Matthew and Kristine Gill. Preceded in death by parents, Thomas and Linnie Gill; granddaughter, Manessa Gill; 2 brothers. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., Thursday, January 17, 2013, and from 12 Noon until religious services at 2 p.m. on Friday, January 18, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Mike Shumock. Interment East Fork, Kentwood. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Joe A. Currier
(March 9, 1927 – January 14, 2013)

A resident of Amite, he died at 9:15 p.m. on Monday, January 14, 2013 at his home. He was born March 9, 1927 in Amite and was 85 years of age. Mr. Joe was a U. S. Navy Veteran of World War II and later owned and operated Joe’s Corner Grocery in Amite for many years. He is survived by his 2 sons, Charles Currier, Gonzales and Thomas Currier and wife, Kathy, Amite; a daughter, Judy C. Williams and husband, Jimmy, Amite; 12 grandchildren, Brad Currier and wife, Tiffany, Andy Currier and wife, Mary Margaret, Todd, Adam and Cody Currier, Jason Williams, Jenna Vaughn Blades and husband, Clinton, Jamie Vaughn and fiancé, Brian Callihan, Holly Currier Capell, Jill Currier, Clay and Grant Currier; 8 great-grandchildren, Turner and Tate Currier, Lindsie, Emilie and Allie Currier, Madeline Kohan, Connor O’Neal and Peyton Capell; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife, Frances G. Currier; parents, Charles and Josephine Currier; 4 sisters, Rose Bankston, Sarah Petitto, Sabelina Brunett and Lucy Bellapani; 3 brothers, Vince, Tony and Camale Currier. Visitation at St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, from 12 Noon until religious services at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 16, 2013. Services conducted by Fr. Mark Beard. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Helena Catholic Church or North Oaks Hospice. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Please say special prayers for Brad and Tiffany Bankston Currier. They have had many deaths in their family recently. Mr. Joe’s wife, “Miss” Frances, passed away in April. It seems like last month.

Pioneering missionary doctor dies at 89 (in Baton Rouge)

http://www.imb.org/main/news/details.asp?StoryID=11429&LanguageID=1709

Be sure to read about his service, his family, and all the years of missionary service they have given.