In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!”

Revelation 5:12

Prayer Focus Today

Pray for people who live their life trying to harm other. This can come in many forms – money hungry people, power hungry people, etc. Let’s pray people come to know God and change their focus to living their lives serving Him.

Read the Bible Every Day

• July 26
• II Chronicles 2:1-4:22
• Psalm 88:10-18
• Proverbs 18:20-21
• Acts 21:30-22:10

Obituary

Martha Ann Hutchinson Wilson

September 23, 1947 – July 24, 2024

A resident of Osyka, MS, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center in McComb, MS surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 23, 1947 in Magnolia, MS and was 76 years of age. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Mike Wilson; 5 daughters, Penelope and Doug McKay, Paulette and Andy Coy, Jeanette Prevost, Jennifer and Joseph Bridges, and Kelly and Clint Spears; grandchildren, Stephanie and Guice Hayden, Ashley and Michael Johnson, Michaela and Coleton Bennett, Aaron and Jordan McKay, Ella and Keifer Engles, Andrew Coy, Breanna and Zack Smith, Gracie Prevost and Michael Prevost, Davin and Marlee Booty, Sarah and Josh Byars, Lauren Booty, Rachael and Jake Graham, Will and Robbi Dawn Bridges, Rebecca Bridges, Shanea and David Hayden, Colton Spears and fiancé Chelsea Luper; great-grandchildren, Rozlyn, Lacyn, Taryn, Austin, Annastyn, and Kaston Hayden, Remi and Jon-Maddox Johnson, Cannon, Collin, and Oakleigh Bennett, Eli McKay, Davey and Daughtry Smith, Hutson Booty, Piper Harrison, Annabelle and Sadie Mae Graham, Kaylynn, Kori Kate, and Karsyn Bridges, Baby Byars, Levi and Lane Hayden; sister, Becky and Sam Domiano; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, Fred S. and Maxie Gill Hutchinson; and a brother, William Hutchinson. Visitation at Gillsburg Baptist Church from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:30AM on Saturday, July 27, 2024. Services conducted by Rev. Victor Walsh. Interment Wilson Family Cemetery, Gillsburg, MS. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

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I enjoyed the article about the college students in Mississippi.

Have a great Friday. Find a way(s) to share Jesus with others.

Anna Lee

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers,neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 8: 38-39

Prayer Focus – Today let’s remember God is in control of all situations. Let’s recognize Him for what He can and will do.

Health Improvements

Bro. Darryl led prayer meeting last night. We are thankful he was feeling better.

Leslie McKenzie is making daily “steps” in the right direction

Children of FBC

The children of our church made it home from camp about the time prayer meeting ended last night. I’m anxious to hear from some of them.

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Read the Bible Every Day

• July 25
• I Chronicles 29:1 – II Chronicles 1:17
• Psalm 88:1-7
• Proverba 18:18-19
  • Acts 21:7-29

I’m so glad you checked this site today.

Anna Lee

 “I issue a decree that in every part of my kingdom people must fear and reverence the God of Daniel. “For he is the living God and he endures forever; his kingdom will not be destroyed, his dominion will never end.“

Daniel 6:26

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for all the teachers who will soon be returning to their schools for a new school year and new students. Pray they had some refreshing times and also some times to begin thinking ahead to a new school year with new students this summer.

Read the Bible Every Day

• July 24
• I Chronicles 27:1-28:21
• Psalm 87:1-7
• Proverbs 18:16-17
• Acts 20:22=21:6
• If you did not start reading January 1, that is no problem. Just pick up where we are.

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Operation Christmas Child

At the associational WMU meeting Saturday, I was able to hear ladies. from other churches talk about their plans and progress for this Shoebox year. It is very encouraging to know others also value this opportunity to have a part in “telling” so many children about Jesus again this year. Jesus, not the material possessions, is the focus of this ministry. I am so blessed to be a part of sharing Jesus in this way every year. The items that go into the box are very helpful and greatly appreciated, but at not the main point. Jesus is the focus. For that, I am thrilled and appreciative of the opportunity.

Prayer Focus

Use your personal prayer list to pray today. If you do not have a list, today is the perfect day to grab a composition book and to make your own list. I will help by giving you updates and new names to add periodically.

Share Jesus today in your own way.

Anna Lee

I issue a decree that in every part of my kingdom people must fear and reverence the God of Daniel. “For he is the living God and he endures forever; his kingdom will not be destroyed, his dominion will never end.

Daniel 6:26

Prayer Focus for Today

Today, let’s pray for all those who live a lonely life. Some are unable to get out. Some are caregivers who cannot leave their patient. Some don’t have close neighbors or relatives. Some seem not to have close friends. For these and other reasons, they may not be able to get out and be a friend to others. Today, let’s pray for boldness to invite others into their world. May this lead to some happy hours and days. Be aware of these situations and reach out to help others.

Read the Bible Every Day

• July 23
• I Chronicles 25:1-26:32
• Psalm 86:11-17
• Proverbs 18:14-15
• Acts 20:1-21

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Today, I want to name some people who are home, but who still need our prayers.

• Betty Catherine Hatcher
• Bobby and Betty Simpson
• Andy and Betty Taylor
• Gary and Mary Varnado
• Gail Brister
• “Cete” Dillon
• Bobby Raborn (in town)
• Bobby Raborn (Spring Creek)
• Theople Hurst
• Add some whose names come to you.

Thank-you for reading, praying, caring, and sharing today.

Anna Lee

The troubles of my heart are enlarged. Oh bring me out of my distresses. 

Psalm 25:17

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for the presidential election now and the actual voting in November. It’s always very important to choose a president and vice-president of our country. May God bless America!

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Read the Bible Every Day

• July 22
• I Chronicles 23:14-24:31
• Psalm 86:1-10
• Proverbs 18:12-13
• Acts 19:21-41

Prayer Time

Some people have a specific prayer place where they can pray. Others are able to shut out distractions so they can pray almost anywhere. Use the location that works best for you. Use your personal prayer list today as you pray. If you don’t have one, today is a good day to begin.

Anna Lee

Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”

Hebrews 13:5

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for the services in all the area churches. May God be glorified by all that is said and done wherever we go and whatever we do today.. May the lost be saved in our classes and services. May those who are already saved learn more about how God would have us serve and live daily .

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• July 21
• I Chronicle 1:21-23:13
• Psalm 85:8-13
• Proverbs 18:9-11
• Acts 18:24-19:20

WMU

We celebrated Christmas in July at the associational WMU meeting yesterday. Some of you may never have heard of that, but it has been around for many years. I remember that as a child I checked the calendar to see if Christmas had been moved from December to July or if we might be celebrating Christmas twice that year. The answer to those questions was “No”. It simply was a way to celebrate the plans and activities needed to begin working to help others at the Christmas season. It is a way to have an early Christmas focus on others. The Kentwood ladies, young and older, were blessed by being able to be there.

Have a great Lord’s day.

The Sunday School lesson will be from Acts 6.

Anna Lee

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

Philippians 4:6

Read the Bible Every Day

• July 20th
• I Chronicles 17:16-20:8
• Psalm 85:1-7
• Proverbs 18:6-8
• Acts 18:1-23

Former NOBTS trustee and veteran pastor C.J. Adkins dies at age 73

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Prayer Focus

Today, I regret having to inform you that FBC, Amite had a fire yesterday afternoon in their sanctuary. Let’s pray for them.

Today is the Day

The Two Rivers Associational WMU Ladies will meet this morning at 10 A.M. at FBC, Greensburg. Ladies, I hope you will be there.

Have a wonderful day!

Anna Lee

For the LORD watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked leads to destruction

Psalms 1:6

Prayer Focus

Today let’s pray for boys and girls who attended VBS (one or more days). Pray they learned about God’s Word and are able to attend church regularly now to learn more and more. I pray many made, or will make, a decision to follow Him the rest of their lives. Thank God for all the effort the people of each church have put into the lives of boys and girls this summer.

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Obituary

Damien Thornton

Damien W. Thornton, of Zachary, Louisiana, passed away at home on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at the age of 46.  He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on July 13, 1978. Damien was an avid deer and turkey hunter and took great satisfaction in showcasing his many trophies to all his friends and family. Most importantly, he was a loving and caring husband and father. It was his two precious daughters that brought him the most joy in life.

He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Burch Thornton, daughters Avery Paige Thornton and Emily Claire Thornton, mother Wanda G. Thornton, sisters Denee Aydell (Dusty) and Darcie McMorris (Jeron), nieces Grace and Genna McMorris, nephews Gavin McMorris, Camden Aydell, and Cason Aydell, and grandparents Leroy and Evelyn Sanchez Guitreau.

He is preceded in death by his father Douglas W. Thornton and grandparents Pete and Juliette Thornton.

There will be a visitation on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at Seale Funeral Home in Livingston (20335 Texas St, Livingston, LA 70754) from 12:00 to 3:00 pm with a rosary service starting at 2:00 pm. A private burial will be held at a later date.

Thanking God

Today, we are thanking God for our second good rain and the coolness it brought to us.

Associational WMU

The ladies from a number of area churches will meet at FBC, Greensburg at 10 A.M.Saturday to learn about missions and specifically, how we might improve our gifts for Shoeboxes through Samaritan’s Purse. The 10 A.M. Meeting will be followed by a pot-luck lunch. I hope to see many of you there. (The leadership team will meet at 9:00.)

Count Your Blessings

How have you been blessed in you life, this year, and/or this week? Be sure to thank God.

Read the Bible Every Day

• July 19
• I Chronicles 16:7-17:15
• Psalm 84:1-12
• Proverbs 18:4-5
• Acts 17:10-34
• What a blessing to own a Bible(s) and to have the freedom to study it!

Thank you for checking in today.

Anna Lee

Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God.

3 John 1:11

Yesterday, I stopped writing my post when a grandson called me. He’s never called so early so I was very surprised and wanted to talk to him. Then, right after his call, we had a another surprise when one of our granddaughters called. It was a good morning with a call from Georgia and from Texas!

Obituary

Donald B. Woodard

February 19, 1941 – July 16, 2024

A resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Ochsner Health Center – O’Neal in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born February 19, 1941 in Independence, LA and was 83 years of age. He was a Master Florist and was the owner of Sullivan’s Florist for over 30 years. To know Don was to love him and he never met a stranger. He is survived by his former wife, Frances Richardson Scallan; 3 daughters, Elizabeth Mayer, Margaret “Marty” Krumholt  (Steven), and Donnea  Boutwell (Toby); grandchildren, Ivan Buckner, Zane Buckner, Chase Taylor, Marlee Roberts (Erin), Alanna Varnado (Casey), Cantan Varnado (Kenyze), Grayson  Boutwell, and Tylan Vance; niece that he considered his daughter, Ann Woodard Caffrey (Tom); great-niece whom he considered a very special friend, Taylor Ridgedell; and many other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lanice Woodard, Sr. and Myrtis Travis Woodard; special friend, William Hatfield; great-grandson, Roman Kelly McCullough; 2 sons-in-law, Dr. Randell Mayer and Roland Kelly Varnado, II; 3 sisters, Lucille Woodard Turner (Bo), Ruby Woodard Smith (Reuben) and Emma Peggy Woodard Goodson; brother, Lanice Woodard, Jr. (Betty). Visitation at New Zion Baptist Church, Kentwood, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Services conducted by Rev. Larry Blades. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for the new Christians in our churches. Pray that each church gives the new Christians the opportunity to learn and to grow. Pray the family members of each new Christian also encourage them.

Read the Bible Every Day

• July 18
• I Chronicles 14:1- 16:6
• Psalm 83:9-18
• Proverbs 18:1-3
• Acts 16:25-17:9

WMU

Don’t forget the WMU meeting Saturday morning at 10:00 at FBC, Greensburg. As far as I know, the meeting will focus on sharing ideas for the Shoeboxes we pack for Samaritan’s Purse. If your church packs boxes, I hope you will come and see what we have to share. Don’t forget to bring something for the pot-luck lunch that follows the meeting. Bring some girls and ladies who help so them can be encouraged.

Rain

My area received rain yesterday. We are thrilled! My area has missed out when other areas had rain and more rain. I know God is in control of the rain and am thankful He sent us rain yesterday.

Anna Lee

By the same word the present heavens and earth are reserved for fire, being kept for the day of judgment and destruction of the ungodly.

2 Peter 3:7

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s focus on those who haven’t made professions of faith. No matter their age, it’s a good time for them to make that decision. Delaying often makes it harder to make the decision. Let’s pray for these decisions to be made.

Read the Bible Every Day

• July 17
• I Chronicles 12:1-13:14
• Psalm 83:1-8
• Proverbs 17:27-28
• Acts 16:1-24

Early morning phone call from a grandson! I’ll be. back tomorrow.

Anna Lee