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Saturday

“But I count my life of no value to myself,

so that I may finish my course and the ministry I received from the Lord Jesus,

to testify to the gospel of God’s grace.”

~Acts 20:24, HCSB~

My heart is broken about the death of another former student.  I’ll not post a name yet, but will later.  I’ll miss his big hugs!

From Rev. Don Meadows of The Lord’s Church

Kentwood National Day Of Prayer Rally will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2013. Prayer service will begin at 6:30 PM at Temple Chapel Church behind kangaroo. See you there!

Hispanic Bible Study – The first meeting of the group was well attended.  The next meeting will be Wednesday at First Baptist Church at 5:30.  If you know any Hispanics, please invite them.  The meeting will be in the house across from the fellowship hall.

Sharing Christ with Children – http://www.onmission.com/articles-children/

Devotional – http://utmost.org/

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Friday Evening

This has been a regular week and a most unusual week at the same time.  It’s regular in that sin was apparent and unusual in that it showed its ugly head in the form of bombers and letters containing poison.  It’s regular in that well trained men and women, both paid and volunteers, did what they do best.  They did what they could to protect others.  Sadly, a fertilizer plant caught fire and later exploded.  The loss of life and many injuries have greatly saddened us this week.  The events are not those that happen every day.  We all wish they never did happen.

Since I started  typing this, the second bomber has been found.  I know many people will sleep better tonight in the Boston area.

This afternoon, Baptist Press published an article that is based on something that happened in that area last night.  I heard the third floor resident and owner of the home as he was interviewed today.  The first floor residents I heard about, a church planter and his wife (and dog), lived though a terrible time that caused them to fear for their lives.  The good news is that they did not fear for their future.  They have secured their future in heaven!  Read for yourself – http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=40111  

I think the message is “hope”.  With Jesus, we have hope, even in the face of these difficult situations.  If you don’t have that “hope”, please talk with a minister or Christian friend who can guide you.  You’ll never be disappointed!

 

Friday

The harvest is abundant, but the workers are few.

Therefore, pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into His harvest.”

~Matthew 9:37-38~

Pray for Mr. Kenneth Felker as he gets results of Wednesday’s medical test today.

We had a wonderful time at the cabin last night.  God made his presence know!

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Devotional – My Utmost for His Higherst – “Beward of the Least Likely Temptation” – http://utmost.org/

Missions – “Our International Mission Trip” – http://www.onmission.com/onmissioncb.aspx?id=8590122851

Thank you for praying today.  Have a great day!

Anna Lee

Monday Addition

Rusty Williams is coming home today.  His family is thankful and very excited.  Continue to pray for him.

Kelly Wayne Russell of Amite will be having two, possibly three, bypasses in Baton Rouge Tuesday of next week.  Add him and his family to your prayer list.

There will be a time change Sunday.  We will “spring forward”.

Wednesday Obituary

 

Patrick (Pat) Hoosier

Dad is in surgery having his port put in so he can start his chemo treatments tomorrow. This afternoon he will have radiation again, PLEASE PRAY for him to continue with good strength and spirit to endure the next couple of days. All is possible with God!! Thank you with all our hearts!!!

Melissa Hoosier Liberto

 

Frances Anne McElveen Davis
(July 25, 1945 – February 12, 2013)

Frances Anne McElveen Davis, beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away on February 12, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center. She was 67 years old and a resident of Amite. She was born July 25, 1945 in Independence, LA. She is a graduate of Amite High School and Northwestern State University. She spent the majority of her career working as a nurse in various clinical settings. Her favorite pastime was spending time with her family and she took great pride in her children and grandchildren. She was a long time member of Kedron Baptist Church. She also enjoyed the outdoors and traveling. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Thomas E. Davis, Jr ; two sons, Thomas Scott Davis and wife, DeeDee and Steven Lee Davis and wife, Rebecca; five grandchildren, Harley, Christine, Kelsey, Briley and Thomas Davis; brother, Ray Hilburn McElveen, Jr. and wife, Madeleine; one sister in law, Joyce Annette Davis; and a beloved four legged buddy, Peanut. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray Hilburn McElveen, Sr. and Martha Forbes McElveen; in laws, Thomas E. Davis, Sr. and Bertha Durnin Davis; and a son, Brian Patrick Davis. The family would like to thank the staff at the North Oaks Medical Center Intermediate Care Unit for their excellent care and compassion during this difficult time. The family requests that donations be sent to Kedron Baptist Church Building Fund or St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Friday and at Kedron Baptist Church, Amite, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 12 Noon on Saturday, February 16, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Jacob Williams. Interment Roberts Cemetery, Hillsdale. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

Thursday Addition

I learned about this plan to read the Bible in 90 days through Bro. Danny Smith and his family.  I am starting it today.  If you are interested you can check it out at http://www.haventoday.org/.  You can receive a daily reminder by email or through your phone.  Check out the site and pray about beginning the program.  It never hurts any of us to become more familiar with God’s Word.

Friday Afternoon

Robbie Lynn C. Kirby is now home after spending nine days in the hospital.  Let’s pray her health allows her be stay out of hospitals for a while.

Myrtle Smith Blades
(April 12, 1938 – December 26, 2012)

A resident of Kentwood, she died at 4:05 p.m. on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at Ochsner Medical Center in Kenner. She was born April 12, 1938 and was 74 years of age. She is survived by her 3 sons, Clayton Blades, Larry Blades and wife, Stephanie and Jerry Blades and wife, June; 1 daughter, Cindy Harriman and husband, Kelvin; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; special friend, Leroy Schillings. Preceded in death by husband, Melvin Dock Blades; daughter, Shirley Blades Blackwell; parents, Clyde and Beulah Smith; 9 brothers. She was a member of The Lord’s Church. Visitation at The Lord’s Church, Kentwood, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 12 Noon on Saturday, December 29, 2012. Services conducted by Rev. Don Meadows and Rev. Larry Blades. Interment Center Cemetery, Center. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.