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Easter

“For God so loved the world,

that He gave his only Son,

that whosoever believeth in Him

should not perish,

but have everlasting life!”

-John 3:16-

That everlasting life is mine!  If you need to learn more about the meaning of Easter and of John 3:16, please ask me or someone else who can explain it to you.  Only then will you have a reason to celebrate Easter and a heavenly home forever!

Anna Lee

Saturday

TODAY’S PRAYER
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“I desire therefore that the men pray everywhere,

lifting up holy hands,

without wrath and doubting.”

~1 Timothy 2:8~

WORLD LEADERS. “Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence” (1 Timothy 2:1-2). Please pray today for President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar (island off southeastern coast of Africa).

BOZO OF WEST AFRICA (BOH-zoh). “During our last visit to F-village, for which you have been praying, the gentleman who had quietly asked many questions in the privacy of our hut sought us out again,” writes a Bozo Team member. “This time, he boldly came to our group and asked for prayer for healing. He had developed an infection over his eye, resulting in a large cyst. We gently laid hands on this friend and prayed to the Great Physician for healing. The next day, not seeing much of a difference, we offered a ride to the nearest doctor. “No,” he responded. “The prayers of the Christians work. It is already starting to feel better.” Praise the Lord that God is showing His power in amazing ways to this man and that the man is willing to give the glory to our Father!”

WESTERN PUNJABIS OF PAKISTAN (pun-JAH-bees). Give thanks that in answer to your prayers, God has opened doors among university students across Lahore in different avenues in the past year. One avenue involves a team member’s teaching at a local university. After the final exam this month, one student commented to this team member, “Since I was a kindergartener, I have been taught to work hard and make lots of money, and then I will have a nice car, a big house, etc. For the first time in my life, one of my teachers (the team member) has told me that it is more important to love God and live to please Him all my days. I learned in this class that we should ‘Do unto others as we would have them do unto us.’ Thank you for teaching me about really important things in life.” Thank you for making this work possible. Please continue to pray for students across Lahore to see that truth is found in Jesus Christ!http://www.go2southasia.org/

CaringBridge

Smith, Jessie M.

A resident of Kentwood died at 12:02 a.m. on Friday, April 2, 2010 at Southeast Regional Medical Center in Kentwood. She was born December 16, 1916 in Gulfport, MS and was 93 years of age.

McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements.

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“At the name of Jesus every knee should bow…” Philippians 2:10

Mike Benson, Editor

LET’S CONSIDER THAT prized trophy or treasured car…

Would you consider leaving it outside in the open, exposed to the elements of nature, animals, dirty-fingered kids, and inconsiderate neighbors?   Probably not.  More likely you would shield it from these elements.  You might make sure it has a special place in the garage or on an out-of-reach shelf.  You would likely cover it with glass and polish it often, or park at the far end of the parking lot to avoid dings in your doors.  You would do your best to protect your treasure.

Do you best to shield and protect your spouse from things that may be harmful to him or her.  This may mean providing adequate housing and a safe car to drive.  It may mean standing up against those who may be cutting your spouse down (even if they are your family).  It may mean walking together in a dark parking lot or hold him or her close during a storm.  Maybe it means protecting your spouse from negative aspects of yourself (i.e., mean words, irresponsible behaviors) by working hard to overcome those behaviors.  As you focus on treating your spouse like the priceless gift that he or she is, many of  those negative aspects of yourself will disappear.  Yes, you can control these.  You probably already do when you are at work, church, or a new acquaintance’s house.  But it seems the more comfortable we feel with someone, the  more we let down these controls.  Don’t let comfort do away with appropriate control.  All of these positive behaviors are protective in nature and will help your spouse feel treasured by you. (Debbie L. Cherry, Discovering the Treasure of Marriage, 72-73).

“Love always protects…”

~1 Corinthians 13:7~

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That’s why Jesus went to the cross.  He was protecting us in/for eternity!

Anna Lee

Saturday Reminder

Set your clock to 2 A.M.  When it goes off, get up and turn all the clocks in your house back to 3 A.M.  Try to go back to sleep.

OR

Set your clocks ahead before going to bed tonight.

David and I will do the second one.  I hope you do too!  If you don’t set your clocks back, you’ll be late for Sunday School in the morning.

Sunday

“Keep on growing in your knowledge and understanding,”

~Philippians 1:9 NLT~

 

 

Adrianna Cavanaugh 

Stephanie and Joe are maintaining a constant vigil as Adrianna appears to be in the downward spiral.  They are giving her pain meds and keeping her as comfortable as possible as she nears her entry to Heaven. Please pray that her passing will come soon and peacefully even as you pray for Joe and Stephanie to endure this final battle with the evil cancer afflicting their beloved child. We know not how long Adri can fight, but she is so tough she is giving it her all.  She is so precious and her departure will leave a huge void in the lives of many. God bless you all, and know that we love you and thank you for all you have said and done to support Adri and her family.  You cannot know truly how much you love and support has meant to us.  Yours in Christ, Poppa

 

 

Pray for Rev.  Butch Reviere as he has surgery at 7:30 in the morning in Lacombe.   Bro. Butch will greatly appreciate your prayers before, during, and after surgery.

 

Mark Hughes’ surgery is scheduled for noon tomorrow in Atlanta.  His family will be most appreciative of your prayers.

 

 

Donise Honeycutt continues to do very well following his surgery.  Alice Mary is taking good care of him.

 

 

Pray for my cousin, Sharla Hodges.  She has Huntington’s.  Her family would greatly appreciate you prayers for them as they help care for Sharla.

 

 

 

Callie Cole

We continue to keep on keeping on hoping that today will be the day the Lord tells Callie to wake.  She is doing very well despite the fact that our prayers for the awakening have not happened.  She has not caught our colds that we can’t seem to shake.  She continues to improve with  the swallowing.  And she sleeps well at night.  No skin breakdown or problems with the feeding tube.  So, on all accounts Ms. Callie is doing great.  We just get a little impatient at times.
    I can’t speak for Tom; but, I find myself searching for an obvious flaw within me that may be keeping my “sleeping beauty” asleep.  Maybe there is a long overdue change or forgiveness that needs to happen inside my soul so my child will be set free.  I do not know if this is a correct way to think as far as theology of scripture goes but I would hate to know I am an obstacle for her complete healing. 
    Lord please forgive me for my disobedience.  May your Word equip me to be who you want me to be…who I was created to be.  Please show me the error of my ways so my heart becomes more like yours.  And a witness that is totally submissive to you will shine into the darkness bringing glory only to you.  I love you.  My heart is aching for my child to rise, to walk, to talk and be who you created her to be.  If it is not your will that Callie be healed, please allow us to see the purpose and meaning of it all with the peace that you alone bring.  I ask all of this in your precious son’s name. Amen.

    Thanks for being obedient to Him and lifting Callie up in your prayers.

Love,
Frances

 

 

 

Mrs. Faye Price has been moved back to North Oaks.  Pray for her and all those caring for her.

 

 

Join us at the cabing for food, fellowship, and a sweet time of prayer and Bible study Thursday night at 6:30.  If you have never been before, please feel welcome to come.  Call me if you need directions.

 

Anna Lee

Monday

A Time for Everything

Ecclesiastes 3: 1-10

1 There is an appointed time for everything. And there is a time for every event under heaven—

2 A time to give birth and a time to die;
A time to plant and a time to uproot what is planted.

3 A time to kill and a time to heal;
A time to tear down and a time to build up.

4 A time to weep and a time to laugh;
A time to mourn and a time to dance.

5 A time to throw stones and a time to gather stones;
A time to embrace and a time to shun embracing.

6 A time to search and a time to give up as lost;
A time to keep and a time to throw away.

7 A time to tear apart and a time to sew together;
A time to be silent and a time to speak.

8 A time to love and a time to hate;
A time for war and a time for peace.

9 What profit is there to the worker from that in which he toils?

10 I have seen the task which God has given the sons of men with which to occupy themselves.

There is a time for everything.  Isn’t it wonderfully comforting to know He walks with each of us through all the seasons of our lives?

Anna Lee


Christmas

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given:

and the government shall be upon his shoulder:

and his name shall be called Wonderful,

Counsellor,

The mighty God,


The everlasting Father,

The Prince of Peace.”
~Isaiah 9:6~


“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour,

which is Christ the Lord.”


~Luke 2:11~


“And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them,

and the glory of the Lord shone round about them:

and they were sore afraid.

And the angel said unto them,

Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy,

which shall be to all people.

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour,

which is Christ the Lord.

And this shall be a sign unto you;

Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes,

lying in a manger.”


~Luke 2:9-12~


Merry CHRISTmas!  Be sure not to leave Jesus out of His birthday celebration!

Anna Lee

Saturday – 2nd Addition

Trisha Wison, Dwayne’s wife, is much better now.  Thank you for praying for her.

Whitney Kliesch is on the way home from another “tour” in Iraq.  He’s made it back to Hawaii, so far.  Listen closely, you’ll hear sounds of thankfulness and celebration coming from Osyka.

A friend and former student, Cindy Knight Edwards, lost an uncle in a hunting stand fall yesterday.  Please pray for his family and friends as they cope with this unexpected loss.

Linda Williams was able to bring Jimmy home from North Oaks today.  Pray for his health to continue to improve and for Linda as she cares for him.

Pray for those on the rain-slick highways today.  Especially, pray for the football fans who travel long distances and have late hours.

Have a great day of preparation for the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee