Category: Third Thursday

Wednesday

Consider it pure joy,

my brothers and sisters,

whenever you face trials of many kinds,

because you know that

the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

Let perseverance finish its work

so that you may be mature and complete,

not lacking anything.

~James 1:2-4~

Once again, I must confess that I did not search for this verse today.  God provided it!

 

Sherman Cutrer fell over the week-end and broke his hip.  He will have surgery in McComb, possibly tomorrow.  Due to other health issues, this surgery will be more complicated.  Please continue to pray for him and his family.

Henry McKenzie will be having outpatient surgery tomorrow in McComb.  Pray for him.

David saw the retina specialist yesterday.  He said both eyes are improving.  We were so thankful to hear that.  Please pray for continued healing.

Frances Gay was also in Covington yesterday.  Her tests indicated the ulcer is healed.  Thank God for this good report.

Justin and Becky Tanner Nowell’s daughter, Carrie, had surgery to repair a hole in her heart.  All went well yesterday.  Pray for a good recovery and a healthy future for Carrie Nowell.

Harrell Sharkey is still at home and improving.  The family is so thankful for all the prayers on his behalf.

 

Brian Piner’s mother, Delores, passed away.  Please be in prayer for the Piner family.

 

Children in Action and Mission Friends will meet from 6-7 P.M. tonight.

 

 

Highway 51 is closed in the Roseland-Amite area due to a water leak.  Think your travel plans through before heading that way.

New Covenant Baptist Church in Denham Springs will house the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief work in that area just as The Lord’s Church is the one for our association.

Disaster Relief would appreciate prayers, volunteers, and donations.  They had a good day yesterday working to gut houses that had water damage.

 

Scripture Writing – Mark 2:15-17

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

We WILL have the Third Thursday Gathering at the cabin tomorrow at 6:30.  I think we have much to THANK God for this week.

I am so thankful to see how many of the area churches are helping others in these difficult post-flood days.  I know God loves seeing His people help others in so many ways.  

Anna Lee

Sunday

May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father,

who loved us

and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement

and good hope, 

encourage your hearts

and strengthen you in every good deed and word.

~2 Thessalonians 2:16-17~

(Once again, I did not look for this Scripture.  It came to me on a day when “encouragement is definitely the word we need.)

 

I’ve see the television reports, looked at pictures on the internet, and talked with relatives who are trapped in upper levels of homes.  It’s not happy, but it is real.  Let’s offer words and actions to help those who need so much at this time.  Let’s also remember that more than food, clothing, and shelter, people need Jesus.  Let’s make sure we do our part to be “On Mission” right here.  Some people/churches seem to have been busy doing so even while the first rain was falling, but many are lagging at this point.  Let’s not waste this opportunity.

Bro. Don Meadows and The Lord’s Church will host a disaster relief meeting at 2 P.M. today.  Be there to learn how you can help.  In the meantime, you might want to gather some of these supplies: Diapers, Bottled Water, Food, Cleaning Supplies, Linens
Blankets, Paper products, Individual Bottles of Gatorade.  You can deliver them to The Lord’s Church.

Pray for Martha and Joe Drago.  He was admitted to Hood Memorial and transferred to North Oaks during the heavy rains we have had.  Pray for them and others who are facing medical needs in addition to weather related needs.

Once again, remember our first responders, medical workers, electrical workers. telephone repairmen, etc. who have been out and working while most people have been home and dry.

Schools will be closed again Monday.  I’m sure that will be the case in some neighboring parishes too.  Stay updated!

Realize that even though the water in your area has receded, there may be road damage, trees down, etc.  Take your time and be careful if you must get out.

Scripture Writing – John 15:1-4 –https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+15%3A1-4&version=NIV

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Reminder – This week we have a Third Thursday gathering at the cabin.  I look forward to seeing many of you at 6:30 P.M.

Anna  Lee

 

Friday

Keep your lives free from the love of money

and be content with what you have,

because God has said, “Never will I leave you;

never will I forsake you.”

 So we say with confidence,

“The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.

What can mere mortals do to me?”

~Hebrews 13:5-6~

 

Justin Lambert is making progress.  It’s all in God’s timing!

Mrs. Gloria Stephens wound up at Greensburg hospital after battling a virus since the beginning of the week.  She is expecting to come home today.  Mr. Gene has also been sick.  Pray for people who get what seems like a little virus until it won’t go away quickly.

Preston Nash

October 07, 1953 – July 20, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3819436&fh_id=10545

 

Scripture Writing – Romans 8:16-21

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 Operation Christmas Child – We are progressing in collecting the items we will need to pack 325 shoeboxes.  Thanks to those helping.  If you have not joined in being a blessing and receiving a blessing at the same time, now is a good time.  Check with one of the wreaths for ideas or talk with me.

“Yves and a Scarf” – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-yves-and-a-scarf

Third Thursday – Once again, we had a wonderful night.  A friend I have know for about thirty years came for the first, but not the last, time.  God keeps blessing our gatherings.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Bible Study

  • 10:00 this morning
  • John 8:1-20
  • Feel free to join us.

 

Thank-you so much for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

Do not be anxious about anything,

but in every situation,

by prayer and petition,

with thanksgiving,

present your requests to God.

And the peace of God,

which transcends all understanding,

will guard your hearts

and your minds in Christ Jesus.

~Philippians 4:6-7~

 

Please continue to pray for Harrell Sharkey who is in Ochsner with an intestinal issue.  I know both he and his family will be appreciative of your prayers.

Mr. Burnell Simpson is back in the hospital.  This time he is at Lakeview.  He continues to have fluid issues.  Please continue to pray for Mr. Burnell.

As you pray for the world and country today, please remember to pray specifically for our area too.  God is the solution to all our needs

 

Scripture Writing – Romans 8:11-15

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Operation Christmas Child – Yuri and a Photo – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-yuri-and-a-photo/

Children on Missions and Mission Friends is growing!  I’m so excited to see all the children coming, learning, and enjoying it.  If you know of children in preschool or grades one through five, please let them know we would love to have them join us at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday evenings.

Third Thursday at the Cabin meeting tonight at 6:30.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Pray for our country and its brave men and women who wear blue.

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

For the LORD watches

over the way of the righteous,

but the way of the wicked

leads to destruction.

~Psalm 1:6~

 

Rachel B. “Sis” Cox

September 27, 1935 – July 15, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3812431&fh_id=10545

 

Scripture Writing – Romans 8:6-10

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Operation Christmas Child – Luis and the Lamb – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-luis-and-a-lamb/   (These stories touch my heart every morning.  I just share this one with David.  Immediately, he asked me if we had enough calculators.  We don’t, but that next on my list.)

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Reminders

  • Children’s classes tonight at 6 P.M.
    • Mission Friends – preschoolers
    • Children in Action – boys and girls going into grades 1-5
  • Friday Morning Bible Study
    • 10 A.M.
    • John 8
  • Third Thursday at the Cabin
    • Tomorrow night at 6:30
    • Friends, Fellowship, Food, Music, Devotional, etc.
    • Contact me if you need more information
    • My favorite worship experience of the month every month

Don’t forget those school supplies for the shoeboxes we are packing!

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday

Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil

but what is good.

Anyone who does what is good

is from God.

Anyone who does what is evil

has not seen God.

~3 John 1:11~

 

Justin Lambert is doing better than at any time since his accident.  Pray for continued improvement for him and the family as they continue to stick with him.

Linda B. Williams did not get to come home yesterday.  The new plans are for her to be moved to Greensburg for about six weeks to get additional treatment.

Please pray for Fannie Fortenberry Seal as she requires some stents today.  She will be appreciative of our prayers.

Mrs. Ruth Lewis’ mom passed away.

Shirley Gregot Lane

March 18, 1932 – July 18, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3811721&fh_id=10545

The wake/funeral for Mrs. Sis Cox will be Thursday at FBC, Greensburg beginning at 10:00.  The funeral will be at 2 P.M.

The   associational WMU meeting yesterday was well attended. Bro. Carmondelle was a great speaker.  We all enjoyed hearing about the flood problems at Mt. Nebo.  Thanks to all who attended or helped in any way.

Pray for the members of FBC, Greensburg as they travel home from their mission trip today.

Scripture Writing – Romans 8:1-5

Churches in Baton Rouge – http://baptistmessage.com/churches-quickly-rally-to-minister-to-heartbroken-urge-unity-and-calm-after-baton-rouge-shooting/

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Operation Christmas Child -“Irina and a Pencil Sharpener”  https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-irina-and-a-pencil-sharpener/  (Yesterday, David and I made another shopping trip for school supplies.  We were able to make purchases for a couple who wrote a check and allowed us to do the shopping for them.  Of course, we also made some additional purchases for ourselves too.  Once again, many people who saw us commented about me making purchases for my classroom.  We were able to tell them about Operation Christ Child.  Some knew what we meant, but some did not!  What a joy and blessing it was to help them understand OCC.  Again, I apologized to the cashier for the many items that had to be checked out individually, but as we talked, she told us how bless she was to check us out and learn about the shoeboxes.  That just doesn’t happen every time we check out!  The lady and young girl in front of us saw us putting the items on the counter and got interested.  She shared that her children have a garage sale and use the money they earn to pack shoeboxes.  Last time, her  two children packed 17 boxes!  We had the opportunity to encourage them to continue.  That was another blessing.  I wish we could have heard the conversation then had when they left….)

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Please join us at the cabin Thursday at 6:30 P.M.

Stay alert to God’s blessings in your life today!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

By the same word the present heavens and earth

are reserved for fire,

being kept for the day of judgment

and destruction of the ungodly.

~2 Peter 3:7~

Bro. Rusty Durant’s mother‘s stroke was mild.  She will be okay.  The family thanks you for praying for her and for them as they traveled.

Mrs. Catherine Yarborough had a much better day yesterday.  Please continue to pray for her and for her family.

David Bryant is still in rehab in Lafayette.  He is making progress.  He is thankful he can now transfer himself into/out of his wheelchair and stand some.  Please continue to pray.

Pray for Shelton Day as he goes back for additional testing today.  The last test showed his potassium was still high.

Linda B. Williams will possibly come home today.  Pray for her that she will continue to heal with no more setbacks.

Katherine Miller

April 02, 1936 – July 17, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3810971&fh_id=10545

 

 

Third Thursday Gathering at the Cabin at 6:30 this week.  Feel free to come join us.

Operation Christmas Child – Devon and a Shoebox – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-devon-and-a-shoebox/

I trust you are enjoying these inspiring stories as much as I am.  Each one touches my heart.

Scripture Writing – Psalm 118:10-14

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Don’t forget the associational WMU meeting at Spring Creek this morning.  I’m looking forward to hearing Bro. Randol Camerdelle share about the recent flood and recovery process at Mr. Nebo.  You are welcome to join us.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Yesterday was not a flagship day in our state when you consider brave, selfless police officers gave their lives to make Baton Rouge a better place.  I have known and continue to know a number of officers there and in other places.  I respect them!  Today, I’m proud of them, but sad for families that will never be whole again.  We all know that God has prepared a home for his children in heaven.  Most people do not die in a moment of bravery, be we will all die. I know I will live in heaven one day.  I am so thankful I was part of a church service last night that ended with the opportunity for all to pray.  They youth prayed in one area of the auditorium on their knees, while the “older folks” sat reverently and took a turn to pray aloud.  I cannot describe how special that was, but I am thankful I had the opportunity to be a part of the service.

Anna Lee

Sunday

Jesus replied,

“Very truly I tell you,

everyone who sins is a slave to sin.

~John 8:34~

 

Continue to keep Mrs. Catherine Yarborough and her family in your prayers.

Harold Newman, David’s brother-in-law, had emergency gall bladder surgery down on the coast.  Please pray for his recovery.

Rev. Rusty Durant’s mother had a stroke.  The family is gathering in Alexandria and praying for a good report.  Bro. Rusty is pastor at Montpelier Baptist Church.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 118:5-9

Waylon Bailey – waylonbailey.com

Thom S. Rainer – thomrainer.com

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Operation Christmas Child – Livia and a Necklace (Part 2) – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-livia-and-a-necklace/

Do you want to create quite a stir and lots of questions?  Purchase items for OCC in big quantities!  You will have the cashier and a number of customers asking questions.  The best part is being able to share what you are doing and why!  You can encourage others to do the same.

The school supplies are marked down in some stores.  It is the perfect time to purchase markers, crayons, glue sticks, pencil sharpeners, highlighters, etc.  Get them while the price is the lowest.  You can stretch your funds a long ways at this time of year,

This week’s opportunities:

  • Sunday School and Worship – Check the church ahead of time; Different churches begin at different times.
  • Sunday Evening Worship Services still exist in a number of churches.  Enjoy the message and the music.
  • Today, meet in my classroom at 3:30 to discuss the next ladies’ night.
  • Monday at 10 A.M. – associational WMU meeting at Spring Creek to learn about the flooding at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church and pastor’s home.  We will also learn about their recovery efforts.
  • Wednesday – Mission organizations for children will meet in the L-wing at 6 P.M.
  • Thursday – Monthly “Third Thursday” gathering at the cabin.
  • Friday – Bible study at 10 A.M. to begin John 8.

This is the Lord’s Day.  Honor Him!

Anna Lee

Friday

Blessed are the peacemakers,

    for they will be called children of God.  

~Matthew 5:9~

 

Let’s pray for America

and police officers today!

Update on David Bryant – David has improved and is now in rehab in Lafayette.  Keep praying!  David worked in law enforcement, but that is not his medical issue.

 

Operation Christmas Child – Azima and a Handwritten Note –https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-azima-and-a-handwritten-note/

Scripture Writing – I Peter 5:5-8

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Coming Event

  • July 9 – Gospel Opry at McComb
  • July 17 – Planning meeting for next Ladies’ Night
  • July 18 – Associational WMU meets at Spring CreekJuly 21 – Third Thursday at the Cabin
  • July 26 – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party
  • Wednesdays – Children in Action and Mission Friends
  • Fridays – Bible Study
  • Sundays – Bible Study (Sunday School)

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

If we have Jesus in our hearts, it is our responsibility to show and share His love with others!

Anna Lee

Thursday

Love must be sincere.

Hate what is evil;

cling to what is good.

~Romans 12:9~

 

I’m very happy to report that Mrs. Ruby Dillon is much better.  Thank you for praying for her.

Aaron Samuel Pope

Born: April 20, 1953
Died: July 02, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3789410&fh_id=10545

 

Scripture Writing – Joshua 1:7-9 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Operation Christmas Child – “Aline and the Princess Shoes”  (I trust you are enjoying these true stories and seeing the pictures.  I also  trust your heart will be touched to help with this project.  You can donate through your church, the website, or with any group packing shoeboxes this year.  The main thing is you respond to the tug on your heart and help!)

 

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M.

 

Children on Mission and Mission Friends – Wednesdays 6-7 P.M.

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – July 26

Third Thursday – July 21

Associational WMU Meeting at Spring Creek – July 18

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song