Memorial Day

Children, obey your parents in everything,

for this pleases the Lord.

~Colossians 3:20~

 

Earlo LaBauve is home and being carefully cared for by his children.  Pray for him.

Sis Cox, sister of Velma Anthony, is living with liver cancer.  She has such a sweet spirit.  Keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

 

Today much of the staff of the Christian International School of Prague is fasting and praying for staff next year. Currently, we are in desperate need for 2 elementary school teachers, a high school science teacher, a director or principal and an ELL teacher. PLEASE, PLEASE join us in prayer and spread the word of our need. Thank you!

 

Scripture Writing – Isaiah 40:28-31

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

Let’s honor the sacrifice of those who died while serving in our military.

Anna Lee

Friday

“Love sincerely ….

Hold on to what is good.

Be devoted to each other like a loving family.

Excel in showing respect for each other.”

~Romans 12:9-10 GW~

 

Today, I would appreciate you praying for my daughter’s mother-in-law, Ginger Hatchel, who lives in Texas.  She’s having some health issues possibly associated with medication.

 

Pray for Andy Taylor as he sees his doctor again today.  Pray he gets a good report on his last procedure.

Pray for Cindy Knight Edwards, formerly of Amite, but now living in Livingston Parish. Cindy is a young wife and mother who will be having surgery today.  I ask you to pray for her.

 

Scripture Writing – John 14:15-21

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Friday Morning Bible Study – We’re completing John 5.  Come get a study guide for chapter 6.

Operation Christmas Child – If you were not at church Sunday, but will be shopping today or tomorrow, stop by the church today to pull some cards from the OCC wreaths in the auditorium.  Our gifts will bless some young boys and girls who might not otherwise have any Christmas gifts.  Best of all, they will have literature and opportunities to learn about Jesus because of the “shoebox” we send.

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “No Greater Joy” – http://odb.org/2016/05/06/no-greater-joy/
  • I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.                                                                                                                                                        ~3 John 1:4~

     

  • “Share the Good News”

Have a blessed Friday.  Be an encourager every day of the week!

Anna Lee

Friday

Out of his fullness we have all received grace

in place of grace already given.

Brenda Russell asks for prayers for her daughter, Jeana, of Chesbrough.  Jeana is in North Oaks and is facing additional surgery.

Please pray for David’s brother, Jimmy, who will be having a liver ablation at Ochsner, New Orleans Friday.

Bro. Joey and Karen have a new granddaughter, Quinn.  Thank God for this new life.

Steve Gully’s dad passed away yesterday.  Please pray for the Gully family.

 

Pray for all the people in our area and in other areas that have high water.  May each person be safe.  I’m going to turn the computer off for a while because of the weather.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 91:1-4

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Annie Armstrong Missionaries –

Josh and Amy Carter – http://anniearmstrong.com/carter/

KOM Pray (Kids on Mission Pray) – http://kidsonmission.org/pray.aspx

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

There will be NO BIBLE STUDY this morning.  Ladies, stay home and be safe.

Be sure to pray for all those who have to get out in this weather, those who have water damage, and those who are out of their homes this morning because of the rain.

 

 

“Thy will be done!”

Anna Lee

Saturday

But the fruit of the Spirit is love,

joy,

peace,

forbearance,

kindness,

goodness,

faithfulness,

gentleness

and self-control.

Against such things there is no law.

~Galatians 5:22-23~

Ira Cleveland is still very sick and in ICU, but off the vent.  Let’s thank God for this improvement.

Janice Wallace Bonch has  improved enough to be moved to a regular room.

There are a number of hurting or grieving families in our community.  Let’s pray for each one as they come to mind.

Donna C. Breaux – niece of Mrs. Ruby Dillon

January 18, 1957 – February 23, 2016

http://www.ejfieldingfh.com/obituaries/Donna-Breaux-2/#!/Obituary

Bobby Martin

Born: April 02, 1941
Died: February 26, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3611790&fh_id=10545

Shelby W. Miller

Born: July 19, 1929
Died: February 26, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3611845

Pine Ridge United Methodist Church will have their monthly breakfast to benefit a person/family in our area.  The buffet will begin at 8:00.

The Friday morning Bible study will meet Wednesday afternoon next week.

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Scripture Writing – Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Have a wonderful day!  

Anna Lee

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