. . . . and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills—

~Exodus 31:3~

READ the BIBLE TODAY

• May 14
• Ephesians 5: 15-20
• Colossians 4: 5-17
• “The surrendered heart is seen in . . . .”

ILLNESS

Mitchell Warren owns a glass and tire shop across from Master Chef in Amite. We saw him and his wife, Jodi, at Master Chef yesterday. Mitchell shared that he has a problem that requires brain surgery, but it is not a regular surgery. It’s gamma knife surgery, which they had never heard of before. David and I quickly told them about the gamma knife surgery I had in 2011 and had prayer with them. I have had no pain or seizures since my surgery. Mitchell’s surgery is Monday of next week, May 22. Please pray for Mitchell and Jodi.

OBITUARY

George Eddie Lee

October 21, 1939 – May 12, 2023

John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, That whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

George Eddie Lee was a man of truth and value. The favorite places for him to plant his feet was in the green pastures in St. Helena Parish where he operated a dairy, farmed the land, and raised Charolais cattle. He loved his family and he loved the Lord immensely. He was born in Clinton, LA and graduated from Greensburg High School in 1957. George Eddie went on to further his educational career by earning a Master of Agriculture Science. George Eddie, a resident of Easleyville, LA, left this life on May 12, 2023. He was 83 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Alice Faye Fowler Lee; daughters, Angela Faye Shockley (Don) and Lisa Ann Piner (Brian); son, Kirk Eugene Lee (Jamie); grandchildren, Hannah Shockley Wilkinson (Jacob), Haley Piner Cerise (George), Drew Thomas Piner (Maria), Dillon Jacob Lee (Lauren), and Collin Joseph Lee; great-grandchildren, Brooks, Rivers, and Collins Wilkinson, Lakely, Renee, and Lincoln Cerise, Austyn Elizabeth Shockley, Hayes Jacob Lee, and Lee Thomas Piner; brothers, Bennie Ray Lee (Margaret), Perry Eugene Lee (Janella); and a sister, Carolyn Lee Busby (Alan). Preceded in death by his parents, Horace “Buster” Lee and Juanita Perryman Lee; loving granddaughter, Hillary Morgan Shockley. We extend much gratitude to his special nurse, Ashley, and Community Hospice. Visitation is at First Baptist Church, Kentwood, from 9:00AM until religious services at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Services conducted by Pastor and special friend, Darryl Miller. Pallbearers will be Kirk Lee, Dillon Lee, Collin Lee, Drew Piner, Brian Piner, George Cerise, Don Shockley, and Jacob Wilkinson. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Lindsey, Carl Womack, Casey Womack, Charles Womack, and John Easley. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. 

Today’s Prayer Focus

Today, families and churches will focus some time on mothers. Let’s do the same here. Be thankful for the sacrifices mothers make for their children and the love and joy they have because of their children. Thank God for all the things mothers have taught their children and the ambitions they have guided their children to have. Most of all, thank God for mothers who have taught their children about God and His great love and sacrifice for them.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Anna Lee

Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.

~Psalm 143:10~

SICKNESS

Gail Brister fell and broke a hip about ten days ago. Since then, she has moved from the hospital to rehab and now home in Kentwood. Thank God for the progress she has made. Please continue to pray for her as her recovery process continues. Pray for Tom and their children as they help her make more progress.

MOVED TO HIS FOREVER HOME

Mr. George Eddie Lee passed away midday yesterday. There are no published arrangements yet. I’ll post them when they become available.

READ THE BIBLE TODAY

• May 13
• I Corinthians 10: 22-33
• Romans 14: 19-23
• “On the controversial issues of life, I am . . . .”

TODAY’S PRAYER FOCUS

Today, let’s pray for children as schools will be closed for the summer.. I know I was so blessed to have had a mother who was at home every day as I grew up. When my children were preschool age, they were with a special lady. “Dees” who came to our home to care for them or with one of their two grandmothers who were just a few miles away.

Some children will be at home with their mother or another family member, in the home of someone who is a friend, in day-care, etc.I was also blessed by being a teacher and having the same holidays as my children. They even rode to school with me and back home with me every day.

Even though family situations are different, children are well cared for there and have many opportunities to learn, interact with other children, travel, etc. during their summer vacations.

Pray for each child as they move into their summer schedule. Pray for those who will be caring for the children. Be sure to add them to you prayer list so you can pray for them all summer.

Anna Lee

The Spirit of God has made me;

the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

~Job 33:4~

DEATH

Mona H. Pittman

August 28, 1952 – May 10, 2023

A lifetime resident of Kentwood, LA passed away Wednesday May 10, 2023 at home surrounded by family. She was born on August 28, 1952 in Magnolia, MS. Mona retired from the Louisiana Highway Department as a Lab Technician. Mona enjoyed shopping for bargains and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband William Pittman, one sister Gayle Hughes, son, Steven Pittman and wife Amber, two grand daughters Melanie and Audrey Pittman. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Dorothy Hughes. Visitation and services at New Zion Baptist Church, Kentwood, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, May 13th, 2023. Services conducted by Bro. Donnie Easley. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood, LA.  Pallbearers will be Mackie McMillian, Lance Bates, Johnathan Welch, Randy Watson, Colton Frazier and PJ Pittman. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

READ THE BIBLE

• May 15
• Philippians 3: 4-9
• James 1: 9-11
• James 2: 1-5
• “It’s difficult to give up social status when . . . .”

PRAYER FOCUS

Today’s prayer focus is on those who are or will be traveling soon in the coming days. Pray for a successful trip no matter the purpose – vacation, business, family, work, etc. Safety is an important factor in today’s world. Pray for safe trips while in and out of their vehicle or other mode of transportation.

BAPTIST PRESS

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State of the Bible: Looking beyond childhood religion grows stronger faith

YOUR PERSONAL PRAYER LIST

I suggest you keep you personal prayer list updated. Today, please add travelers to your list if they are not already there.

THANK-YOU

Thank-you for reading TPL today. Also, thank you for suggesting others read daily with you. Someone stopped by earlier this week to learn how to find this blog. It’s as simple as typing in “The Prayer Link”. Welcome to all the new readers/prayer warriors.

Anna Lee

And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

II Corinthians 9:8

READ THE BIBLE

• May 11
• Matthew 9: 19-21
• I Timothy 6:5-10
• “Surrendering my possessions to God is . . . .”

DEATHS

Kris Lillie

January 16, 1972 – May 7, 2023

A resident of Picayune, MS, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at Highland Community Hospital  in Picayune, MS. He was born January 16, 1972 in Kentwood, LA and was 51 years of age. Because of his love for helping and taking care of others, he pursued a degree in nursing. In his spare time, he loved working with flowers and plants. He was an avid orchid grower and a member of the Gulf Coast Orchid Society. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his mother, Mary Elizabeth Cox Lillie; sister, Danita Lillie; niece, Gabrielle Lillie Maloy and husband, Connor; great-niece, Talia Rae Maloy; and expected great-nephew, Atticus  Reid Maloy;  uncle, David White; cousins, Brittany White Murphy, Brant White, Hunter Murphy and Hayden Murphy; Special devoted friend, Uncle Mike. Preceded in death by grandparents, Stewart  and Audrey Cox; aunt, Patti Cox White; uncle, Sonny Cox. Visitation at Roseland Baptist Church from 10:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Services conducted by Bro. Rick Elder. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Kris and his family were friends of ours from church in Roseland.

Ray Little ne.

March 9, 1929 – May 8, 2023

A resident of Roseland, LA, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023 at The Lodge at Tangi Pines in Amite, LA. He was born March 9, 1929 in Roseland, LA and was  94 years of age. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his son, David Little; 2 grandchildren, Micah Little and wife Reagan and Cody Little; great-grandchildren, Jace and Casen Little. Preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Creel Little; son, Paul Little; parents, Hulon and Irma Smith Little; 7 brothers and sisters. Visitation at Big Creek Church of Christ from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Services conducted by Rev. William Edwards. Interment Russelltown Cemetery, Roseland, LA. Special thanks to the Lodge at Tangi Pines and Modern Hospice. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements.For an online.

David has know the Lirrle family since he was a young boy.

PRAYER FOCUS TODAY

Today, let’s focus our prayers on those in special care facilities for a long time. I had a grandmother, Jennie, who needed that kind of care for almost as far back as I can remember. She was in Baton Rouge for most of those years because there were no places closer to our family. When closer places opened, she chose to stay where she was because she loved being there and was greatly loved and appreciated by the owners, staff, and patients. (That hard to believe, but true.)

We were unable to see her daily or even weekly, but more like every few weeks. Modern medical care possibly could have enabled the family to have her closer. Thank God for the many options today. Love, pray for, and visit your relatives and friends who are such homes. They get love and attention, but there is no love and attention like that from family members.

Thankfully, my grandmother and many others are able to have great years and experiences there. My grandmother was the unofficial hostess. fill in switchboard operator, ceramic class helper, Avon lady, guide, etc. She loved her beautiful room and home so much. We loved her greatly. I was the oldest of nine grandchildren and have great memories of her in Roseland and Baton Rouge. I’m thankful to say she was able to attend her church there because of some friends she made there.

Please make sure your prayer list contains names of relatives, friends, and church members who live in a long-term care facility.

PRAYER FOCUS: MAY EVENTS/DECISIONS

The days of this month are quickly passing by. Many special school events happen during this month. Ofter, life-changing decisions are made. Pray for students, especially those who are graduating from high school or college. Pray with them as big decisions are made.

SERMON TOPICS and BIBLE PASSAGES

I was able to get a copy of Bro. Darryl’s plans for sharing at church this month. Here’s the information for Sunday, May 14.

“God Loves You”

Ezekiel 16: 1-14, 60-63, and 117: 12-24.

You may want to read and meditate over these passages for the next few days.

Have a wonderful day. Try to spend some time doing something for others.

Anna Lee

ADDITION

Bubba Roberts told me last night that he had a brother-in-law from Mississippi who passed away. Please pray for the Reid family.

A wife of noble character who can find?

She is worth far more than rubies.

Proverbs 31:10

READ THE BIBLE

• May 11
• Luke 14: 25-33
• “Following Christ allows us to . . . . .”

ILLNESS

RICKY RUSSELL of Chesbrough has improved and is home from his stay at North Oaks.

DEATHS

Priscilla “Bunny” Woodson Peters

August 13, 1946 – May 7, 2023

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at Tulane Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. She was born August 13, 1946 in Nowata, OK and was 76 years of age. She is survived by her daughter, Amy Peters Pickering and husband, Marvin; son, Matthew Peters and wife, Brenda; grandchildren, Mark Pickering and wife, Mandy Jo, Ammy Pickering Ard and husband, Jimmie, Michaela Peters Roberson and husband, Michael, Madeline Peters Bozak and husband, Eli; great-grandchildren, Jackson Ard, Cooper Roberson, Samuel Pickering, Maverick Roberson, Cadence Pickering, Memphis Roberson, and Baby Bozak; sister, Mary Woodson Jenkins and husband, Kenneth; brother, Jack Woodson and wife, Annette; brother-in-law, Noel Williams. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles Peters; parents, James Woodson and Mildred Reeves Woodson; sister, Joyce Williams; brother, Chuck Moore. A private family service will be held.

Robert Earl “Big Bob” Brooke

October 27, 1948 – May 7, 2023

He was born in Gary, Indiana and graduated from Pasadena High School, Pasadena Texas. He was a V-1 Division USS America CVA-66 Vietnam Veteran. He is a lifetime member of the American Legion. Bob attended Virginia Tech in Portsmouth, Virginia and then graduated with a BA in Business Administration from Southeastern Louisiana University. He started out in business with Hayden Swimming Pools and subsequently became the owner of Brookeside Pools. Big Bob, as he is affectionatly referred to by many started his relationship with the Lord at Mt Nebo Baptist Church in 1984, where he actively taught Sunday School, led the music, and participated in all activities of the church. In 2000, he brought his family to join the congregation of Cornerstone Church of Amite. His favorite thing was 8 a.m. services with David Leto and singing old gospel music. Big Bob was a quiet man who went about his business tending to his family. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and playing cards with Radar Currier and the Pat Murphy gang. He was an avid supporter of the Amite Oyster Festival and any other activity his wife got him into.

Visitation will be at 10 a.m. until service at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023 by Pastor Mervin Strother and Bro Mark Leto at Cornerstone Church of Amite. Military honors by MasterSergeant (Retired) Marvin Vernon.

He is survived by his wife Carol Alford Brooke; one son Clifford Brooke and wife Julie Davis Brooke; one daughter Robin Brooke; two grandsons Landon Davis and John Dakota Brooke.

He is also survived by his “adopted” family including: Rod and Alayne Granat, Kyle Granat and Gabriella Gabby Granat and baby Luke; Jared and Madelyn and baby to come in November; Don, Jacquie, Justin and Bella Summerford; Mikey Schmitt and Racheal Brooke, Michael, Zechariah, Heaven and Remi Schmitt; Jennifer, Emily and Trent Decota; Abby Brocato Kent; and one brother Jim Moss and wife Ellen.

He was preceded in death by two sons, Dana Behring and John Lewis Brooke; father and mother, Russell and Virginia Brooke; twin brother Rusty Brooke; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Lewis and Ruby Alford.

Special acknowledgment to his lifelong friends Dennis Brown, Jimmy Sanders, Daniel Hayden and Micheal Parrish.

Many thanks to his caregivers Vanessa Carpenter and Abby Brocato Kent.

BAPTIST PRESS

https://www.baptistpress.com/

What an eye-catching, but sad heading!

The articles today are interesting.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Mark your calendar for June 5-9.

Register online or in the church office.

We welcome all children, not our church family.

SENIOR ADULT ASSOCIATIONAL LUNCHEON

• May 22
• FBC, Amite
• Church van leaves at 10:30.
• Revival service at 11:00
• Luncheon at 12:00

From the cover of the Sunday bulletin at FBC Sunday:

“The time has some,…The kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe the Good News!

Anna Lee

Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy.  

You will again have compassion on us; you will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea.

~Micah 7:18-19~

READ the BIBLE

• May 9
• Matthew 12: 34-37
• Mark 7: 20-23
• Luke 6: 43-45
• “Maturity continues when one begins to . . . .”

ILLNESSES

• Please continue to pray for Gail Brister who is now in rehab at Hood Memorial. She is the recovery phase following a broken hip.
• Please continue to pray for others who have been on our prayer list.

BAPTIST PRESS

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PRAYER FOCUS FOR TODAY

Today, let’s pray for Gail Brister and others who are in rehab so they can function better when they get home. Also, pray for those who are working with Gail and other patients.

BABY DEDICATION

The Sunday service this week, Mother’s Day, will include a baby dedication ceremony. If you have a child whom you would like to have dedicated, please contact the church office by Friday. The number is 229-8111.

GRADUATE DEDICATION

2023 graduated will be recognized on May 21. If you would like to be included, please pick op a card in the church office or complete the online form.

May is a busy month for many people. Thank God for the opportunities the church provides families.

Anna Lee

LORD, you establish peace for us; all that we have accomplished you have done for us.

~Isaiah 26:12~

READ SCRIPTURE TODAY

• May 8
• GROWTH
• Week 19 – Surrender: Long Journey Home
• Romans 12: 11-5
• II Peter 1: 3-8
• “Spiritual maturity begins with . . . . “

PRAYER REQUEST

Brenda Russell, of Chesbrough, requests prayer for her husband, Ricky, who has been hospitalized.

EXCITING SUNDAYS AHEAD – Special Focus Days

May 14 – Mother’s Day & Baby Dedication

May 21 -Graduation Recognition

SENIOR ADULT ASSOCIATIONal LUNCHEON

Monday, May 22 @ Noon

FBC, Amite

PRAYER FOCUS TODAY – Special events this month

VBS

June 5-9

Register Online Now

I want to add that I am thankful for online church services. We are all more appreciative when we have need of and make use of these opportunities.

Anna Lee

For the word of the LORD is right and true; he is faithful in all he does.

~Psalm 33:4~

READ the BIBLE

• May 7th
• Matthew 6: 5-15
• Philippians 4: 5-7
• I Thessalonians 5: 16-18
• “Most of my prayer time is spent . . . . “

OCC WORKDAY

Despite the rain, the OCC workday was well attended. Much work was accomplished. Hopefully, after some final collections of items such as flashlights and underwear, we will begin to pack shoeboxes. Thank God for all the “Willing Workers” and abundant supplies. Also, thank Him for those who have supported this ministry by giving items for the boxes, money for postage, their time, and a cheerful attitude to do anything needed. Postage is $10.00 per shoebox. God always abundantly blesses us as we work diligently to bless others. Join me in trusting God to get each box into just the right hands.

TODAY’S PRAYER FOCUS

Let’s thank God for all the ways God uses individuals, classes, and groups to conduct and/or support the various missions in out church.

Anna Lee

Then I said: “LORD, the God of heaven, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and keep his commandments,

~Nehemiah 1:5~

READ the BIBLE

• THANKFULNESS
• Psalm 100, 111, 113
• “I thank God most often for . . . . “

PRAYER FOCUS TODAY

On our May OCC workday, let’s be in constant pray for the children who will receive our shoeboxes. May they be receptive to the GOOD NEWS of JESUS!

Anna Lee

“This, then, is how you should pray: “ ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name,

~Matthew 6:9~

READ the BIBLE

• May 5
• Exodus 15: 1-21
• “I can never forget my deliverance from sin because . . . .

PRAYER FOCUS TODAY

Today is a good day to focus our prayers on “Thank-you, God”. We have so many things to thank Him for.

• Waking up today
• Being able to get up
• Food
• Beverages, likely coffee
• Rain
• Roof that keeps us dry
• Keep of listing things you are thankful for. Tell Him.

UPDATES

• Mrs. Laurie Miller continues to improve. Please continue to pray for her.
• Mike Hornsby is now settled into rehab in Hammond.
• Please add Doug and Amy Kent to your prayer list as they adjust to having a college-age daughter in Kenya for six weeks this summer and with no way to call home. Mission work requires adjustments not only for the missionary, but also for the family. This can be very hard. Believe me, I know!

OCC GIFTS

We were blessed twice yesterday by people who are not members of our church, but who share with us because they believe in and support out work. One gift was handed to David at the funeral home yesterday. The other gift arrived in the mail from a person who gives support periodically. These gifts were encouraging and will be used in the near future to make purchases of items we need for out shoeboxes. I’m not. certain how we will spend the money, but it will probably go for flashlights and/or t-shirts. Ladies, you are greatly appreciated! People like you are a real blessing to us and to the shoebox recipients.

Saturday morning at 9:00, we will gather in the fellowship hall to prepare items for packing shoeboxes. If you can remove price tags, cout balloons or beads, fold a box, etc, we have a spot for you. You do not have to be a certain age or a member of a certain class, or even church, to help. Show up. We will greet you with a smile, introduce you to someone you might not know, and give you a place at a table where you can work. Come and be blessed! The more, the merrier!

RAINY DAY

It looks like we are going to have a rainy day. Rainy days are good for cooking something to share, calling someone who hasn’t been at church lately, writing a card to someone who is sick, lost a loved one or is lonely. Your friends will also appreciate your time and effort to contact them and to share some of yourself. These are not expensive task, They just require some love and unselfish time.

Be a blessing to others. Reap a blessing in return.

Anna Lee