Category: Scripture

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

Tuesday

 

As far as the east is from the west,

so far has he removed our transgressions from us.

~Psalm 103:12~

 

Please pray for Reid Travis who own the glass shop in Kentwood.  Reid is have a problem with a large kidney stone.  He and his family would appreciate your prayers.

Don Clemons‘ surgery went well yesterday morning.  Pray for him as he heals and waits for the lab report.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon has been moved from room 1706 to room 1708.  Her new room will be much larger.  The phone number is 230=1708.

Rusty Williams is hospitalized in Covington.  Pray for him and for his family.  Thanks!

 

Virginia Earline Wickham

March 28, 1932 – August 07, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/virginia-wickham?fh_id=10545

 

Delores Lorene Martin

January 07, 1936 – August 04, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/delores-martin

 

 

The LA Baptist Children’s Home in Monroe will soon be making stops in our area to pick up food supplies for their individual cottages.  They will be picking up at churches in our area on Monday, September 18th.  Below is a list of items they need the most.

Body Wash

Bottled Juice

Children’s Cereal

Cleaning Supplies

Cooking Oil/Crisco Shortening

Corn Meal

Flavoring (Lemon, Vanilla, Almond)

Freezer Bags

Canned Fruit

Gravy Mixes

Hand Soap/Sanitizer

Kool-Aid

Laundry Detergent (HE Liquid)

Mayonnaise

Napkins

Onion Soup Mix

Pam Cooking Spray

Pickles and Relish

Pop Tarts

Rice (Instant and Boxed Dinners)

Salad Dressing

Velveeda Cheese

At FBC, Kentwood, your items can be left under the stairwell at the office entrance to the church.  Thank-you for helping to feed these children.

 

Don’t forget your OCC shoebox items.  FBC, Kentwood will be packing 350 shoeboxes and serving as a collection center in November.

 

“Only Believe”

 

Read the Bible – I Chronicles 11-14 & Psalm 66

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

The next associational WMU meeting will be September 11th at FBC, Amite at 10 A.M.  Out focus will be on the Georgia Barnett Offering for Louisiana with Rev. Don Meadows of Taylor Creek Baptist Church as our speaker.  Mark your calendar.

 

May you see God’s blessings in your life today.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

And when you stand praying,

if you hold anything against anyone,

forgive them,

so that your Father in heaven

may forgive you your sins.”

~Mark 11:25~

 

Mrs. Ruth Cutrer asked us to pray for Rev. Toby Miller, who formerly led the music program at Spring Creek Baptist Church.  Bro. Toby is in St. Tammany Hospital recovering from surgery.

Mr. J.D. Smith was able to return home yesterday because his shoulder has healed sufficiently for him to be “on his own” again.  Let’s pray for him and for Donna’s family as they adjust to the change.

Mr. Don Clemons will be having surgery at St. Tammany Hospital this morning.  I know the Clemons family believes in the power of prayer.  Let’s pray as God leads the doctors this morning in the surgery.

Mrs. Evelyn Bridges has been moved to St. Helena Nursing Home.  I pray she and her faithful family make a good adjustment to her move.

Daron Fontz, Jill Brister’s brother, continues to need our prayers as he fights cancer.  As you pray for peace and comfort for him, pray for the family to have peace and assurance too.

Please pray for my sister, Julie, as she flies to Atlanta where she will meet up with family there and then drive with Mallory to Kentwood tomorrow.

 

 

Read the Bible – I Chronicles 1-10 (skim), Psalm 65, & video on I Chronicles

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Operation Christmas Child (OCC) is progressing nicely at FBC, Kentwood.  Many of you bring in items yesterday.  You can leave your items in my classroom or in the tote under the stairwell to the balcony.  Thank you for your help.  Packing the shoeboxes for all the children would not be possible without you.  Please shop for pencils and pens this week.  The following week we will be purchasing $1.00 calculators which can be found at Walmart and the dollar stores.  You are making a difference!!!

 

 

“Into My Heart” – I’ll leave you with this song, which is a prayer for each of you who have not already allowed Jesus you reside in your heart.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday

In him we have redemption through his blood,

the forgiveness of sins,

in accordance with the riches of God’s grace

~Ephesians 1:7~

Mrs. Ruby Dillon had a good day yesterday.  She was looking good and feeling stronger.  The white board at the foot of her bed says they are aiming to send her home on the 14th.  Pray she can continue to improve in physical therapy and in eating.

Mrs. Bettye Fussell is moving on with a great attitude.  Her doctors are working together to determine the plan.  Bettye is positive and encouraging.  What a blessing she is to our community!

 

Read the Bible – Malachi 3-4 and Psalm 64

 

I hope you will be attending your church today.  If not, choose one and attend.  Of course, asking a friend if you can go with them is always a good option.  The point is to get up and go.  You will be blessed.

 

The youth from FBC, Kentwood had a progressive supper followed by swimming last night.  The attendance was good.  All seemed to be having a great time.  Thanks to the adults who made it possible.

 

Bible Drill class for children will be at 6 P.M. tonight.  Come learn some Scriptures and how to use your Bible.

 

Operation Christmas Child – Bring your glue sticks to my classroom this morning.  Next week, we will be collecting pens and pencils.  Of course, we will accept any items at any time.  Thanks for your help.

 

The Two Rivers Associational WMU will meet at FBC, Amite at 10 A.M. on Monday, September 11th.  Rev. Don Meadows will share about Compassionate Ministry and Georgia Barnett.  All ladies are invited to attend.  You do not have to attend organized WMU meeting at your church to enjoy and learn from the associational meetings.

 

“Every Day with Jesus”

 

May the Lord bless you as you honor Him with your time today.

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

 

 

Thursday

Jesus said to him,“Receive your sight;

your faith has healed you.”  

Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus, praising God.

When all the people saw it, they also praised God.

~Luke 18:42-43~

 

Tish Fairburn is doing very well.  Thank God for her good reports.

Ruby King has made good progress at rehab and will be going home today.  Please continue to pray for her as she faces the challenges of being at her home.

Andy Taylor is seeing some positive results of Monday’s surgery.  Please continue to pray for him and for Betty.

Bettye Fussell and Miss Fay Shoemaker both had good days yesterday.  Thank God for days like that.  Let’s pray that today is also a good day for both of these sweet ladies.

Berryl Billiott and a serious heart blockage.  Pray for him he seeks and receives proper treatment.

 

Read the Bible – Zachariah 5-8 & Psalm 61

Study Ezekiel – Friday mornings at 10:00 at FBC

Bible Drill Class for children through 5th grade – Sundays at 6 P.M.

Bible Study – Sunday mornings for all ages at 9:45.  There are classes for all ages.  I will be happy to help anyone/families locate a class/classes.

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Operation Christmas Child – Last night, someone asked me to shop for them, as I have done before.  If you would rather not do the shopping, I will be glad to do that for you.  I will also show you what I purchased and give you the receipt.

This week we are shopping for pencils and pens. The following week we will be purchasing the $1.00 calculators.  They are on sale now at some stores.   If you find them, you may want to make your purchase now.

 

Be a blessing to others today.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

 “He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross,

so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness;

“by his wounds you have been healed.”

1 Peter 2:24

From K.K. Huckaby:

Well…Josiah has been in the NICU for 147 days now. Doesn’t seem like it’s been that long but then again it does. 😊 He has made some major improvements over the last week. He was taken off the vent Friday & put on CPAP! Yay!!! Also, he’s been weaned off quite a few of his medications. God is so good and we can’t praise Him enough for what He’s done so far & continues to do!!!

Brandon Toney, the son of Dale and Sandy Toney, is much better.  Thank-you for praying for him.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is still at North Oaks Rehab.  Please pray for her to regain her appetite.

 

 

Read the Bible – Zachariah 1-4, Psalm 60, and video on Zachariah

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Operation Christmas Child – This week we are collecting pencils and pens.  Next week we will be collecting the $1.00 calculators.  I’ve seen them on sale, so you may want to buy some of them while they are on sale.  Also, this weekend, shopping will be tax free, so you may want to shop ahead on our list.  Other items we will be collecting include bandanas (Dollar Tree – 2 for $1.00), hair brushes (Dollar Tree $1.00)), small flashlight, about 4-5 inches (packages of 10 at Walmart).  Buy two sets of batteries for each flashlight.  Bars of soap and washcloths will also be on our list.  I haven’t checked prices, but you be the judge for yourself.  I hope you are enjoying shopping as much as I am!

 

 

“The Light of the World is Jesus”

 

 

Tonight, I get to teach missions to boys and girls.  They bring great joy to me.  We meet at 6 P.M. if you know of someone who would like to join us.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Monday

I waited patiently for the Lord,

and He turned to me

and heard my cry for help.

~Psalm 40:1 HCSB~

 

Miss Fay Shoemaker is back at home in Kentwood after a stay in the hospital in New Orleans.  Please keep her in your prayers.

Mrs. Estelle Raborn is also back at home in Kentwood.  As you pray for her, please pray for her faithful caregiver, her husband.

Pray for Andy Taylor as he has hand surgery this morning in McComb.  Pray for Betty as she also is a very faithful caregiver.

 

Read the Bible – Daniel 10-12 and Psalm 58

 

Thank-you to all who brought highlighters for Operation Christmas Child.  We will be collecting small glue sticks next Sunday.  I added a box under the stairwell steps for those who find it inconvenient to come to my classroom, but delivery to my classroom before Sunday School will still be an option.  I know we will have sufficient notebooks, but will check on other items and post their status periodically.  Each item you bring is greatly appreciated and will make some child very thankful.  Remember, the shoeboxes are an opportunity to share Jesus with the children.  Also, remember we will be collecting donations to help pay the shipping for the boxes.  The packing party will be the first Saturday of November.  Plan to be there to share the joy and excitement.

 

Friday morning Bible study will focus on Ezekiel 19 this week.

 

Start this week off right by checking on someone.  Both of you will be blessed!  It was certainly a sweet time when we share all the many names of those who are sick last night.  I trust each of you will make some visits….

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Saturday

“If you are a follower of Christ Jesus . . .

all that matters

is your faith

that makes you love others.”

~Galatians 5:6 CEV~

 

Posted by Betty Fussell:

Just wanted to up date you on my second phase of my journey with ovarian cancer. We went to Ochsner Baptist in N.O., Thursday the 27th for my surgery. As some of you may already know, it didn’t turn out like we were expecting. Dr. Estes removed my right ovary, but could not remove my left one because of a tumor that was attached on my left ovary to my colon & that would have led to lots of complications. So now after I get over the surgery, I will have another phase of chemo to go through !! The first chemo did good, but did not completely take care of all the cancer cells….. we are heartbroken, but I know God will get me through this devastating journey one more time!! I appreciate all of your prayers that you have sent my way that have meant so much to me, so I am asking you for your continued prayers through these next few months!! Love each one of you ! God Bless!! ❤️ 7-28-17

 

Posted by Linda Bridges:

I am in need of my prayer warriors!
Ms. Evelyn Bridges suffered a stroke on Friday the 14 th! The Tulane doctors removed a blood clot from her brain and she stayed in ICU for 4 days! She is currently in Hammond at United Medical Rehab!
We do not know what the future has in store however she is alert and in a happy place in her mind! She has to have moderate to maximum assistance with all everyday activities! We are just praying that this will get better with time! Thanking you in advance for your prayers!
Sorry haven’t posted before now!
But until you deal with something like this ( and I pray you never do)
You can’t understand the life changes and everything that goes along with it!
Love to all!

 

Posted by the family of Rod Smith of Laurel, MS:

On April 24, 2017 at approximately 3:30 in the morning, Rod had a rare stroke originating near his brain stem. Although most strokes affect either the left or right side of the body, this one affected both. He has paralysis on the left side of his face, affecting his speech and vision. He is unable to close his left eye which must remain covered with a patch. The patch, accompanied by double vision, makes it difficult for him to see and affects his depth perception. The muscles in his throat used for swallowing are paralyzed as well and he can’t swallow at all. He receives all medications and five daily feedings through a tube in his stomach.  Due to partial paralysis on the right side of his body he can no longer walk without aggressive aid.

Overnight, his life and that of his wife and family changed dramatically. Before the stroke, he was leading an active life. Running his bee hives, supporting his family, and aggressively working in his ministry as he has done most of his life. He has a long road to recovery ahead but he is dedicated to persevere with the help of God’s grace!

NEWS FLASH:

Hallelujah!!! The bathroom is completed thanks to each & everyone of you that have blessed Rod to be able to bathe daily! You can’t imagine how much this one project has helped him. We love & thank you so very much!
Vivian & Rod

 

Mrs. Ruby Dillon was moved to rehab yesterday early yesterday afternoon.  She’s at North Oaks Rehab which is on Morrison (Old West Park Hospital).  Visitation is from 4-8 P.M.

 

Please continue to pray for Bobby Forbes of Roseland.  He recently had heart surgery, but now seems to have other medical problems.

 

I know you will want to spend some time in prayer for all these people.  Your prayers will be meaningful to their lives.

 

Read the Bible – Daniel 4-6 & Psalm 56

 

 

“Saved, Saved!”

 

 

Have a wonderful weekend.

Anna Lee