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Saturday

Be completely humble and gentle;

be patient,

bearing with one another in love.

~Ephesians 4:2~

 

Harrell Sharkey got a good report from his doctor.  He’s enjoying his grandkids and anticipating lots of good days ahead.  He is thankful to God and to all of you who prayed for him.

Mr. Philip Harrell said his sister-in-law, Mary, is about the same, which is not good.  Please continue to pray for God’s mercy.

 

Joey + Rory Feek – http://thislifeilive.com/the-master-plan/

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – John 3:16-21

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Looking ahead to next week’s opportunities

  • Regular Church Services at all Churches
  • Tuesday – Young at Heart – NZBC
  • Thursday – Third Thursday at the Cabin – Here

 

Let God use you to be a blessing today!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

He gives strength to the weary

and increases the power of the weak.

~Isaiah 40:29~

 

I’ve seen so many weary people in doctor offices and hospitals.

We’re going again today.

Lord, help people to feel your strength as they go through difficult times.

Please pray for David’s family this week.  His brother, Jimmy, is having a procedure this morning in Baton Rouge.  He nephew by marriage passed away and will be remembered at a memorial service Thursday.

John Randolph “Randy” Brown
  • March 2, 1948 – January 23, 2016
  • Natalbany, Louisiana

John Randolph “Randy” Brown, 67 years old of Natalbany, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2016, at North Oaks Medical Center.
He was born on Tuesday, March 2, 1948, in Huttig, Arkansas.
He served in the United States Army and was in the pipe-line industry for over 40 years.
Surviving are his daughter, Rebecca Brown Stewart; granddaughter, Keeley Sue Stewart; mother, Sybil Barker Brown Smith; sister, Ann Brown McDonough; brother, W. L. Brown; and aunt, Barbara Barker.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Diana Newman Brown; father, Luke Brown; sister, Barbara Brown; brother, Steve Brown; and uncle, Lawrence Barker.
Friends will be received at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond, Thursday, January 28, 2016, from 6:00 pm until the memorial service at 7:00 pm in the funeral home chapel.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.harrymckneely.com.

Pray for the Tarver family.  I’ll post that obituary when it becomes available.

Scripture Writing – II Peter 1:5-11

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

                                                                                                                               James 3:5

 

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

  • Tomorrow (Tuesday)
  • The Cafe in Kentwood
  • 11 A..M.
  • Honoring all the ladies who celebrated January birthdays.
  • Everyone is invited to attend.

 

Thanks to those who gave blood for Mr. James Miller yesterday.  You can always go to a blood center and donate blood in Mr. James’ name.

 

Put a spring in your step this cold winter day.  Put a smile on your face.  “Let Others See Jesus in You”.

Anna Lee

 

Monday Evening

I just received a text from Kathy Wales.  Her daughter Kristen’s sister-in-law, Angie,died unexpectedly during emergency surgery about 6 P.M. in Ohio.   “The family is in shock!” Angie was 48.  Please pray for this family too.
Kristen’s grandmother and Jeff’s sister within seven hours!
Prayers needed and appreciated.
Ara Shoemaker Brennan

Born: October 10, 1936
Died: January 09, 2016

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?shva=1#inbox/15231a81e197e899

Sunday

Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign:

The virgin will be with child

and will give birth to a son,

and will call him Immanuel.

~Isaiah 7:14~

 

Mrs. Mary Miller said her son-in-law, Jack McCarte,  was able to go home last night.  She thanks you so much for praying for him.

Read the Bible in 2015 – 2 John

Scripture Writing – Day 13 – Matthew 1:18-20

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

  • March for Missions (FBC,K this morning)
  • This was part of a letter we received yesterday from Janie Wise, Women’s Ministry and Ministry Strategist at the Louisiana Baptist Convention.  She is also a dear friend.

Who: For God so loved

Where: the world

What: the He sent His only begotten Son

Why: that whosoever believeth in His should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Looking Ahead

  • Young at Heart at NZBC Tuesday
  • Third Thursday at the Cabin
  • Friday Morning Bible Study
  • Combined Choirs Program
    • Saturday at East Fork
    • Sunday at FBC

 

Jesus is the one and only reason for the season!

Anna Lee

Sunday and Sunday Night

I apologize for my post not publishing this morning.  I saw it “unpublished” and few minutes ago, but when I tried to publish it, it disappeared.  Jason checked for it and cannot find it either.  I’ll try to add some highlights and add a request from Mrs. Mary Miller and a new obituary tonight.

 

Mrs. Flo Hatcher has been enjoying her company.  She has good caregivers, including her daughter, Julee.

Linda Blount Johnson lives in Arcola.  She is having a pain in her hip and trouble walking.  She would like you to pray for her.

Landon Estay wrote this about his baby daughter.

Claire Isabella Estay was delivered stillborn at 12:47 AM this morning. She is beautiful with a head full of hair.

On behalf of me and my family, I want to thank each and every one of you who have reached out to us. I haven’t responded to most of you, but each message is appreciated and makes us feel loved.

Memorial arrangements will be announced once finalized. We will have one in Texas and one in Louisiana. Again, thank you all for your love and caring.

Jane Carlous Alford

Born: December 03, 1941
Died: December 04, 2015

        http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3512990

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Mrs. Mary Miller requests prayer for her son-in-law, Jack McCarte (53), who will be having heart surgery at St. Dominic’s in Jackson, MS early tomorrow morning.  Hopefully, a stent is all that will be needed because previous health issues will make open-heart more of a risk.  Please pray for Jack and all involved in the surgery.
Jesse Raymond Durnin

Born: March 31, 1949
Died: December 06, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3513424&fh_id=10545

Thursday Addition

Whether or not you are a fan of Joey and Rory, you will be a fan of their faith.  RFD television is replaying many of their programs today one after the other.  They have already started.  I think you will be blessed to “experience” their faith today.

Sunday

Let us come before him with thanksgiving

and extol him with music and song.  

For the LORD is the great God,

the great King above all gods.

~Psalm 95:2-3~

 

Please pray for Kenny Ray Slaven, grandson of Mrs. Bessie Hayden.  Kenny Ray hurt a hand at work and is in room 2412 at North Oaks.  Pray he has a good recovery from his injury.

 

Evelyn “Heloise” Andrus Catha

Born: August 21, 1934
Died: November 21, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3388716&fh_id=10545

Last Sunday, James Rimes share a magazine with me.  He marked a particular article and identified it as “Thankful”.  The magazine is the November 15th issue of “B & B” ( Bluffs and Bayous).  The article. “Turkey Trot”, is very interesting.   The author lists eight things he is  thankful for.  They are:

  1. Family and Friends
  2. Able to Worship Freely
  3. Able to Live Out in the Country
  4. Running Water, Indoor Plumbing, and Electricity (the greatest is the running water.)
  5. Farming is Mechanical
  6. Good Health Care
  7. Computers a

 

Wednesday

Peace I leave with you;

my peace I give you.

I do not give to you as the world gives.

Do not let your hearts be troubled

and do not be afraid.

John 14:27

(This is for all those with major changes going on in their lives.)

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 125-127

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Thankfulness: Day 4

Today, I’m thankful for prayer.  It is an area of my life helps me draw closer to God and get through the difficulties, both large and small, of life.  

Anna Lee