And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord  

and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,

Luke 1:46-47

Health Concerns

Ruby Travis’ surgery has been scheduled. Pray for her pain issues in the meantime.

“Miss” Ruby Dillon is better. Keep praying, please.

Jerry Doughty is in OLOL with double pneumonia. Your prayers are requested by his family.

Jake Liberto has recently had his second foot surgery. Pray for him as he has limited mobility for the next few weeks. Pray the second surgery will be as successful as the first one was

Robin Alford share a recent update on her heart and foot problems. Both are much better. Thank God for her improvement.

Gerald Hyde continues to spend time in rehab in Hammond. Your continued prayers are greatly appreiated.

Obituary

Douglas Palmintier

December 28, 1946 – May 25, 2023

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Richard Murphy Hospice House in Hammond, LA. He was born December 28, 1946 in New Orleans, LA and was 76 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Susan Palmintier; beloved pets, Kody, Shadow and Smokey; grandchildren, Cara, Skylar and Austin Palmintier; nephews, Doc Simmons and wife, Victoria and Johnny Simmons and wife, Traci; niece, Kay Wood and husband, Dave; great-nephews, Wesley Simmons and wife, Lauren and Wyatt Simmons; cousin, Melanie Deere. Preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Maxine Palmintier; son, Corey  Palmintier; sister, Karen Simmons. A celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Richard Murphy Hospice House. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Read the Bible Today

• May 27, 2023
• II Peter 3: 18
• II Thessalonians 1: 3
• Philippians 1: 9-11
• “The area I most want to grow in is . . . .

Prayer Focus Today

Today, let’s pray we all grow in our Christian walk today, this week, this month, and in all the days God leaves us here to study His Word and learn more and more

O.C.C. Thanks

Thanks to the lady who sent a check to help with postage on “Shoeboxes” and to all the others who are giving to help send our boxes to their destination. The cost for shipping, a Bible, and Christian literature appropriate to the various ages is $10.00 per box. (The postage to send a single box to the processing center in Dallas would be more than that!)

Summer Missionary

Please remember to pray for Hallie Kent as she goes to Kenya to serve as a collegiate missionary this summer. Also, pray for her family as she is there and for those she will have the opportunity to minister to.

Thanks

Your faithfulness in reading and sharing TPL is greatly appreciated.

Anna Lee

May 26, 2023

May your father and mother rejoice;

may she who gave you birth be joyful!

~Proverbs 23:25~

I’ll attempt to switch back to my regular computer today.

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As we move into a holiday weekend, I begin by thinking of what Memorial Day means. I am so appreciate of what many have done, the lives that have been lost, for my freedom!

READ THE BIBLE TODAY

• May 26
• Matthew 7: 24-27
• Philippians 4: 6-13
• “In uncertainty, I have strength because ….”

HEALTH

Tommy Simmons had. a medical report with both good and “not so good” results. Pray with and for him and the family as his treatment program continues. Be thankful for the good the treatment has don and pray for future treatment to reach to the other places that need improvement.

Be with this and all other families who are in times of uncertainty. Reread today’s Scripture.

PRAYER FOCUS TODAY

Many individuals and families are facing difficult times of uncertainty – summer decisions, end of a school year changes, employment, summer camps and VBS choice(s),vacations, etc.

OBITUARIES

In case you didn’t locate these obituaries….

Angietta T. G. Keen

May 21, 2023

It is with hope in the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ and the joy of the promise of His eternal Kingdom that we celebrate the passing of Angietta Keen. 

Angietta passed on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at the age of 72. 

Angietta, known by friends as Jet, was preceded in death by her parents, Tony and Frances, brother Nick, and sister Angietta Marie.  She will be missed greatly by her loving and devoted husband of nearly 50 years, Dan, her daughter Kay and son-in-law Matt, and loving grands, Waylon, Laney, and Cohen, in which she served as a dedicated, spiritual, and loving role model.  

Angietta had a long and successful teaching career as a music educator for over 25 years. Angietta was also instrumental in assisting her husband with his band programs and with the music ministries at their churches. 

Jet was very active in Eucharistic Adoration, where she served as Adoration Coordinator, and guided tours of the church and campus.  She was a prayer warrior and true Christian witness of her steadfast faith.  If you knew Jet in any way, you should be assured she was praying for your soul.  

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation at St. Helena Catholic Church Hall from 8:30AM until 10:30AM followed by the celebration of a Mass of Christian Burial at the St. Helena Catholic Church at 11:00AM on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Interment will be in Mulberry Street Cemetery, Amite, LA. 

Jet requested that, in lieu of flowers, those wanting to share condolences please make donations to the Shrine of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Retreat Center, PO Box 130, Osyka, MS 39657 or have Catholic Masses offered in her name.   

Jet’s family would like to extend great thanksgiving for the blessings of friends, family members, and church community by offering prayers, cooking meals, and assisting in numerous ways during this difficult time. 

David Ray Hilbun, Sr.

July 24, 1950 – May 23, 2023

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at his home in Kentwood, LA. He was born July 24, 1950 in Kentwood, LA and was 72 years of age. He was honorably discharged from USMC and a Vietnam Veteran with a National Defense Service Medal, a Meritorious Unit Citation, Vietnam Service Medal with one star and a Rifle Marksman Badge. He is survived by his daughter, Misty Hilbun Brown; daughter-in-law, Brandi McDaniel Hilbun Blades (Roy); grandchildren, Kelsey Denise Hilbun, Shelby Lynn Hilbun Oliver (Bruce), and Harley Danyelle Hilbun; great-grandchildren, Saylor Grace Oliver and Collin Ray Oliver; expecting great-grandchild, Kaden Isaiah Woodard; sister, Barbara Ann Hilbun Graham; nephew, Kenneth Ray Graham. Preceded in death by his wife, Judy Ann Newsom Hilbun; daughter, Tanya Denise Hilbun; son, David Ray Hilbun, Jr.; father, Dave Odie Hilbun; mother, Jessie Maxine Lea Hilbun; brother-in-law, Douglas Graham; nephew, Alan Graham. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 11:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Friday, May 26, 2023. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

In case you didn’t locate Baptist Press or Baptist Message:

BAPTIST PRESS – https://www.baptistpress.com/

BAPTIST MESSAGE – http://www.baptistmessage.com/

BRO. DARRYL’S SERMONE TOPIC AND REFERENCEES FOR SUNDAY

May 28 – “Rebellion” – Ezekiel 20

Service begins at 10:30 and is available in person and online (real time or later time).

Have a great end of the week. Plan to so something to remember those being honored today.

Anna Lee

Please continue to pray for Ruby Travis who is still experiencing pain in her arm. She has an appointment this morning.

Pray for the family of David Ray Hilbun, Sr. His obituary is located on McKneely’s web site.

As we move into the Memorial Day weekend, begin now to thank God for the men and women who gave their lives for our country. Let’s commit ourselves to making our country the best it can be in their memory.

Let’s finish out this week doing our Bible study/research on our own. I hope this short period of selecting out own topic/research has been a growing time for each individual. Remember, “No effort = No progress,”

Spend some time looking over Baptist Press today and reading some articles you missed this week.

If you have not already done so, now is the time to check into/sign up for Vacation Bible School ‘23 at FBC, Kentwood. It impacts the lives of many children and adults each summer,

Please don’t forget to contact or visit the homebound this week.

Thank you for allowing me to “come into your home each day”.

Anna Lee

JESUS LOVES US EVEN ON OUR MOST DIFFICULT DAYS. We all have these days. God loves us even when we have those days.

Issac Saltz is a former student. He recently spent several days in the hospital. He thought he had a heart attack, but was thrilled to learn it was a stroke. Pray for those you know who have through difficult medical situations.

Today, David lost his phone. After cleaning out a public garbage can, where he had just placed discarded fast food paper wrappers, and other first thought steps, we realized we should have called our son who lives in another state. Within a short period of time, the phone was located in the car by using technology we did not know existed.

Today, Ruby Travis fell and broke both bones in her arm. Thankfully, she was able to have surgery, the same day. Notice, the bones were broken, but Ruby didn’t have to wait long for the surgery.

God loves to take good care of us. I am so thankful. I’m sure He probably shakes his head at some things we do. I’m thankful He forgives us many times, and thankful we learn from our mistakes. I’m thankful for medical knowledge that some people possess to help us in times of medical need.

God appreciates when we call upon Him. We are smart and blessed when we do so. I hope I can learn to do so more often.

Many college students are finishing classes and beginning their summer jobs. Please say special prayers for them. We have two grandchildren in those situations. Many of you also do.

June will soon be here. There are many June brides, not in our family, but maybe in some of your families. Let’s pray for all of the June brides and grooms.

DAILY BIBLE READING/STUDY

I hope you are forming a good habit/routine of not only reading, but also of researching in your Bible.

I’ve been continuing my work on a different device. I certainly am not as comfortable as I am on the computer, but I’m still progressing.

Anna Lee

Goof morning. I hope you have something a little special todo todAy. If not, it’s not too late to make some plans.

Did you follow my suggestion yesterday and do a little research on your own? Hopefully, you enjoyed that. Today, I. Hope you will do more of the same, but I will offer three suggestions, You can continue with the same topic, start a new topic, or dig deeper into yourSunday School lesson. Make your choice and get started this morning. Happy research!

Yesterday was my one year anniversary of the fall that broke both of my feet, I’ve learned a lot about being more careful, holding on to someone or something, slowing down, etc. I certainly appreciate all those who have helped me because sometimes I have been overly confident. When I go shopping or looking around, I have learned my best friend is a shopping cart. I also learned to slow down a little more and even to ask for or wait for help periodically. Knowing and trusting God has been a big encouragement. David has taken good care of me this year, saying i5 was payback for me taking care of him when he needed help.

Today,s prayer focus is on others and ourselves. Ask God to open our eyes to needs around us and give us a desire to help someone/others.

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I know my posts haven’t been published much, but if nothing else works, I’ll get them all out to you at one time. Technology has not been my best friend lately!

I hope you are doing well with your personal Bible study and learning too. Sometimes, it is best to work on your own on your topics of choice.

Bro. Darryl used Matthew 23: 37 as a reference during the morning message a week ago. You may want to look it up, write it, and paraphrase it. Use your notebook to make some personal notes.

Antietam Guzzardo Keen passed away Sunday with funeral services Wednesday. Her obituary is located on McKneely’s web page. We were in band together at AHS. Her brother graduated with me, but passed away a few years later. Her husband, Dan, and I were teacher friends at IHS. Please pray for her family and her many church friends.

Today’s prayer focus is on all our local young men who work far from home and their families. May they know the love and watch-care of God for them and their families.

If you are unable to attend prayer meeting in person tonight, you can watch the service on the church’s website on Facebook. The time is 6:00 P.M.

Thank you for checking here each day and for praying. Anna Lee

Did God provide you with a wonderful opportunity to have a good weekend? I think He always does, but we don’t do our party. Today is a day to put on a smile and to put our best foot foot forward. Chose yo have a great week.

How is your Bible study, reading, and research coming? One of my favorite women is Dorcas. Today, I challenge you to find her and to learn what her gift was.

Today, I challenge you to encourage someone from your church. You you can choose a staff member or a volunteer. There are surely enough people who do, or who have done, meaningful things that impac5ed your life or the life of a family member. You can even choose more than one person. Thank them and encourage them to continue serving. You may even think of more than one. Choose your own way of contacting them and thanking them.

If you have not found some ways to serve Him, make this day one of your search to choose a starting point. Prayer may be your best first step.

Have a great Monday,

Anna Lee

Good morning. This is the Lord’s day! Let’s start with some Bible study time either at home and/or church. Take time to write something you learn today.

You surely have noticed a difference in my posts. I’m trying to get the hang of a different device. I’m going to work from it until I feel some confidence.

Today, let’s thank God for all the blessings of modern technology, but I also thank Him for all the simple pleasures of daily living such as sunrises, spring flowers, and a gentle breeze. I thank Him for the good days and the not so good days. I’m thankful to be able to thank Him for all the many blessings He has provided me.

Goof morning. I hope you have something a little special to do today. If not, it’s not too late to make some plans.

Did you follow my suggestion yesterday and do a little Bible research on your own? Hopefully, you enjoyed that. Today, I hope you will do more of the same, but I will offer three suggestions,. You can continue with the same topic, start a new topic, or dig deeper into your Sunday School lesson. Make your choice and get started this morning. Happy research!

Yesterday was my one year anniversary of the fall that broke both of my feet, I’ve learned a lot about being more careful, holding on to someone or something, slowing down, etc. I certainly appreciate all those who have helped me because sometimes I have been overly confident. When I go shopping or looking around, I have learned my best friend is a shopping cart. I also learned to slow down a little more and even to ask for or wait for help periodically. Knowing and trusting God has been a big encouragement. David has taken good care of me this year, saying it was payback for me taking care of him when he needed help.

Today,s prayer focus is on others and ourselves. Ask God to open our eyes to needs around us and give us a desire to help someone/others.

Pray for those who have various needs today – loss of a job, a child moving out of your home, a new baby, a job change, kitchen cabinets almost bare, a leaking roof, a relative with no home or transportation, a new health concern, new neighbors, school changes, children who none more attention, etc. Be a part of the solution. Be a prayer warrior for them without even telling them, a prayer sister or brother, or even pray for unknown needs in families.

Until tomorrow . . . .

Anna Lee

I’m starting over because I somehow lost my post this morning.

Bible Reading Today: Geta Bible or two, a notebook, and a pen. Do some research on any topic, event, place,or person. Have fun. Learn something new. Write some notes for future reference.

Obituary – Dean Sparks passed away. His obituary is posted on McKneely’s web site. Service will be at Kedron Baptist Church.

Recognition of Graduates – Sunday morning at 10:30 at FBC,Kentwood. If you can’t be therein person, tune in to the church website towards in real time or anytime that is convenient for you.

Prayer Focus Today – Memorial Day weekend is coming soon. Pray that people will focus on “memorial”, not just holiday!

Have a Good Friday!

Anna Lee