Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?
Today, let’s pray for those who are trying to complete their shopping for the “Shoeboxes” that will soon be packed. Pray for wise choices and reasonable prices as items are collected
READ the Bible
Exodus 2:1-25
Exodus 16: 1-3
Exodus 17: 1-7
“I might have told the Israelites . . . .”
This is all that remains of the post that did not publish yesterday.
Today, let’s focus on something that needs to be done – at home, at church, at work, in the community. Then, focus on not who, but on you! Many times we look around us for others to step up when it need to be a case of looking within ourselves and doing something ourselves, not waiting for others.
It certainly is nice to be a part of groups who focus on helping others in times of great need – Southern Baptists and Samaritan’s Purse. Large, well organized, and experienced goes a long ways in helping to accomplish much where there is a great need and often short-notice of the help that is needed. Be a part of helping others in small, local needs and large, international needs. You cannot be a part of every helpful group, so choose carefully.
THANKFULNESS
It is not necessary to wait until Thanksgiving to be thankful. I am especially thankful for today’s change in the weather. The current temperature of 75 degrees and a 50% chance of rain are encouraging. You probably are thankful too. What are you thankful for today?
Today, let’s pray for those who are facing big changes in their lives – jobs, homes, family, schools, churches, etc. Big decisions need to be in the hands of someone who knows best and wants the best for us. God is always that one who knows the best and wants the best for us.
READ the BIBLE
September 2
Psalm 42
“I could have helped David by . . . .”
SUNDAY PREPARATION
A new quarter brings a different book of the Bible to study. Tomorrow, we begin a study of Mark. The focus will be on Mark 1: 1-13.
MISSIONS – GEORGIA BARNETTE WEEK OF PRAYER
The yearly week of prayer for missions in Louisiana begins next week. September 10-17. Saturday, September 9, the ladies of the WMU will meet at East Fork Baptist Church to learn more about what is happening in Louisiana to spread the Good News.
LADIES CONFERENCE
The ladies in Washington Association have invited us to attend a leadership conference on September 16th. The meeting will be in Bogalusa. I’ll give you additional information next week.
Thank-you for reading and praying today. You and your prayers make a difference!
Lord, let your ear be attentive to the prayer of this your servant and to the prayer of your servants who delight in revering your name. Give your servant success today by granting him favor in the presence of this man.” I was cupbearer to the king.
Today, let’s focus on using good manners, both for ourselves and for others. We can always work to be better at showing respect to others. Ask God to help you and others. If you have children around, they watch and listen to your example. I would consider that passive training. You can also be more active in training good manner by choosing one action/response at a time to discuss, model, and encourage. Pray for God to help you teach/model good manners. We all receive the benefits.
I’ve been collecting empty copy paper boxes to use for organizing items for OCC. We have used all the boxes we have been given. If you have access to the empty boxes at school or in an office environment, please ask permission to bring them to me periodically. We don’t care if you can only bring one or two or if you can bring a dozen at a time. We have a plan to use them. all. You can leave them in the hallway of the basement/ beneath the sanctuary. We will appreciate you and the shoe boxes so much.
I know everyone doesn’t have this acces, but if you do or if you can pass this information on to others, you would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
WEATHER
We are precicted to have cooler temperatures and possible some cooler weather today and the next two days. Venture our and enjoy God’s gift to us.
I thought my post published earlier. I’m making adjustments.
The obituary for Tony Paul Ardillo is on McKneeley’s site.
READ the BIBLE
Depression: Quicksand of Life
Matthew 8:17
Romans 8: 26-28
“The Spirit’s intercession prompts me to . . . .”
PRAYER FOCUS
Today, let’s focus our prayers on people who are depressed due to a death, a job, a storm, sickness in the family, etc. Pray for these people to focus on God, during their problems.
“I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.”
Betty Taylor just sent a message that Andy’s sister, Cindy, passed about about 6:00 this morning. Cindy has had serious health issues for quite a while. I’ll let you know more when arrangements have been made. Pray for Andy and other family members, please.
“Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundation? Tell me, if you understand. Who marked off its dimensions? Surely you know! Who stretched a measuring line across it? On what were its footings set, or who laid its cornerstone— while the morning stars sang together and all the angels shouted for joy?
A resident of Hammond, LA, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023. He was born January 4, 1958 in New Orleans, LA and was 65 years of age. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 4:00PM until 8:00PM with a Memorial Service at 7:00PM on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023. Visitation at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Hammond, from 9:00AM until Memorial Mass at 11:00AM on Friday, September 1, 2023 conducted by Fr. Cayet Mangiaracina. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
A full obituary will be posted when completed.
BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITY
Kathy C. Wales will be leading/teaching a Bible study at Pine Ridge Methodist Church on Wednesdays at 1 P.M., with another group on Sundays at 5 P.M. The book Woven by Angie Smith will be studied. I started reading it late yesterday afternoon and enjoyed both her material covered and writing style. If you are interested in attending, please contact Kathy and purchase a book online or locally. There is no workbook, but bring your Bible with the book for class.
The first Wednesday class will be on September 6th. I am assuming the first Sunday class will be September 2nd. If I am wrong, Kathy ,or one of the other ladies, will correct me and I can post the correction tomorrow. She would love to have you participate. Contact her for more information.
The Week of Prayer, the first week of September, will focus on Louisiana missions and is named for Georgia Barnette, a WMU lady from our state who was very active in encouraging mission work in our state.
PRAYER MEETING
We meet at 6:00 tonight and will have our monthly business meeting after that.
TODAY’S PRAYER FOCUS
Today, let’s pray for the state of Florida as a hurricane will be striking from the southwest this morning. Pray people took heed of the warnings and will be safe. Hurricane IDALIA is both large and powerful! Pray for those who are/will be working to keep others safe. Pray for both residents and travelers.
VERSE OF THE DAY – August 29 The heavens declare the glory of God; the proclaim the work of his hands. Psalm 19:1
OBITUARY
Fred Hart, Jr.
November 17, 1944 – August 27, 2023
A resident of Livingston, LA, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 17, 1944 in Fort Worth, TX and was 78 years of age. Mr. Fred was a U. S. Navy Veteran and retired Lab Technician with Exxon. During his retirement, he was devoted to serving the Lord through ELBA Disaster Relief as a Chaplin. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Jean Hart; son, Jody Ray Hart (Kandice Jay); daughter, Petrina Hart Stafford (Paul); grandchildren, Kaitlyn Hart, Victoria Hart, Kyle Lewis,(Alayna), Kade Lewis, Haleigh Hart, and Autumn Stafford; and a great-granddaughter, Everlee Hart. Preceded in death by his mother, Jessie Wilson; and father, Fred Hart. Visitation at Community Baptist Church, 1109 Hwy 1043, Greensburg, LA from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Thursday, August 31, 2023. Services conducted by Rev. Howard Turner. Interment Center Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. Pallbearers will be Jody Hart, Kyle Lewis, Kade Lewis, Phillip Mitchell, Terry Lumpkin, and Paul Stafford. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to ELBA Disaster Relief via Live Oak Church (225) 664-4801. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
TODAY’S PRAYER FOCUS
More rain fell. More people/areas received the rain. I don’t think there was as much wind damage yesterday, but that is only my personal observation from home yesterday afternoon. Thank God for the rain He chose to send.
MEDICAL APPOINTMENT
Bro. Darryll and “Miss” Laurie saw a doctor yesterday. Be thankful for Bro. Darryl getting an appointment so quickly. I’ll let him share what he learned.
MISSIONS – OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
A Sunday School class contributed money to help with our needs for this year or next year. Their support and gift is greatly appreciated.
Four ladies helped accomplish some tasks yesterday morning. I appreciate them giving of their time and talents.
I’m looking ahead to packing 200 boxes for girls one week and 200 boxes for boys the following week. The work that is being done now will help make those two days run smoothly.
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