“The king appointed singers to walk ahead of the army, singing to the LORD and praising him for his holy splendor. This is what they sang: ‘Give thanks to the LORD; his faithful love endures forever!'”
~2 Chronicles 20:21 (NLT)~
Read the Bible Chronologically in 2021 – September 12
ZECHARIAH 6:1-15 EZRA 5:3-6:14 ZECHARIAH 7:1-8:23
There have been many deaths in our area, some due to Covid, other for various other reason. Please offer your prayer support to the families touched in this way. Use your talents, time, blessings, etc. to help these families.
Gerogia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions
Today begins the annual Week of Prayer for this offering.
Bro. Gibby McMillan was the leader of this ongoing effort in LA. After he retired, Bro. Stan Statham took over. With Hurricane Ida a recent visitor to our state, we have seen Disaster Relief Teams in town doing the great work they are known for. FBC, Kentwood was blessed to be able to host chainsaw teams and other efforts for the past two weeks. Another team is at Woodland Park in Hammond. I don’t know how long they will be here, but their time and talents are free of charge. Pray for them and donate to the Georgia Barnette Offering so they can continue to meet needs following storms in our state.
I trust you have used your time, talent, knowledge, skills, etc. to help others during the last two weeks in our area. Through the Georgia Barnette Offering, you can support disaster relief.
“The king appointed singers to walk ahead of the army, singing to the LORD and praising him for his holy splendor. This is what they sang: ‘Give thanks to the LORD; his faithful love endures forever!'”
~2 Chronicles 20:21 (NLT)~
Bobby Wayne is not having brain seizures and showing other signs of improvement. Pray he will soon be able to be removed from the critical list.
With sad hearts, C.J. Schiro‘s sister informed family and friends that he has passed away at noon yesterday due to covid. He will forever be in my memory as one of my students at IHS.
Todd Ray Willson
January 25, 1968 – September 09, 2021
Todd Ray Willson, a resident of Liberty, MS, passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Liberty Community Center in Liberty, MS. He was born January 25, 1968 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 53 years of age. He is survived by his father and mother, Malcom “Coon” Willson and Kathy Willson; sister, Sherry Willson; niece, Leanne Fuqua; numerous cousins and friends. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Eugene and Carrie Penny and John and Alma Willson; infant sister, Dana Lou Willson. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 10:00AM until religious services at 12:00Noon on Monday, September 13, 2021. Interment Milldale Baptist Church Cemetery, Zachary, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Wilfred Joseph Chaisson, Jr.
May 19, 1959 – September 05, 2021
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite, LA. He was born May 19, 1959 in Houma, LA and was 62 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Rosalee Brunet Chaisson; 5 children, Chris Chaisson and Larry Bellow, Victoria Hutchinson and Trey, Nicholas Chaisson and Katie, Jacob Chaisson and Celeste, and Derrick Chaisson; grandchildren, Matthew, Trinity, Madison, Landen, Destyni, Kellan, Blayze, Lathyn, Lawson, Kaylen, Landon, Braylee, Bristen, Briella, and Brynn; father, Wilfred Joseph Chaisson, Sr. brothers and sisters, George Chaisson and Lawri, Michael Chaisson and Marie, Diane Landry and Scott, and Ethel Boquet and Danny. Preceded in death by his 3 children, Casey, Jarred, and Justin Chaisson; mother, Mary Jane Chaisson; grandson, Kaynen Chaisson; grandparents, Antoine and Eve Chaisson and George and Melanie Ellender. Visitation will be at Cornerstone Church from 4:00PM until 9:00PM on Monday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
More and more people are getting their electrical power back. Thanks to all those who have worked 16 hour days for almost two weeks so the rest of us can enjoy the comforts of life we have become accustomed to. Pray for those in areas that have not received power yet. Pray for others who had damage to their home, especially roof damage caused by falling trees. Pray for those working to remove trees from streets, yards, and home.
Today’s Prayer Focus – Pray for churches and church members as they minister in their communities following Ida.
Use today wisely as you prepare for the Lord’s Day.
David asked me to add that Alfred Ricks, formerly of Arcola, passed away earlier this week. His parents were Bennie and Pearl Ricks. They had eight children. Alfred has lived in Florida for many years, so his services and burial will be there. Please pray for the Ricks family.
Please continue to pray for Bobby Wayne, the one year old who was in an accident Monday. His treatment changes as needs are addressed. He is in stable, but critical condition.
Please pray for my former student Debbie Luce Clark who lives in the edge of Mississippi. She had dental surgery and is recovering. Please pray for her.
C. J., another former student, is still battling Covid. Please pray for him and his family today.
Charlotte Ann Varnado Carrier
September 23, 1936 – September 08, 2021
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born September 23, 1936 in Kentwood, LA and was 84 years of age. She was a dedicated wife and a loving mother and grandmother (Nanny). She worked many years as a commissioner for the Husser voting precinct. She was always committed to helping family and friends whenever needed. She is survived by her husband, Herman “Mickey” Carrier; sisters Molly Carter and Emily McMillan, brother-in-law, Gerald McMillan; daughter, Cathy Mattei-Robertson (the favorite), son-in-law, Kirk Robertson; daughter, Lisa Carrier (no, I’m the favorite); sons, Alfred “Red” Carrier (nope, I’m the favorite) and Randy Carrier (no, I’m really the favorite); grandchildren, Brian Mattei and wife Meaghan, Curtis Mattei, Brittany Carrier and Heather Carrier; and great-grandchildren Jonathan Milazzo, Miley Rogers, Braylyn Mattei, Kayson Mattei, Aubrey Mattei, Elijah Kincaid, Oliver Kincaid and Raylah Grace. Preceded in death by her parents, Sebie and Mamie Varnado; brothers, Sebie Varnado Jr. and James Varnado; sister-in-law, Shirley Varnado; sisters, Marguerite Varnado and Beatrice V. Newman; brother-in-law, Minton Newman. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Amite from 9:00AM until religious services at 12:00Noon on Saturday, September 11, 2021. Interment Carrier Cemetery, Amite, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
The family thanks you for praying for “Miss” Ann this week. Now, please pray for them.
Read the Bible Chronologically in 2021 – September 10
David and I received power yesterday. It’s easy to take it for granted when all is going well, but it is certainly missed when it is off for so long. We appreciate all those who have been and are continuing to work long hours to help everyone get their electricity restored. Special thanks to Demco for always working hard to provide power for us.
Today’s Prayer Focus
There are many people, both young and old, who do not have the physical ability or the equipment to do the tasks needed to clear their yard and to get things back to normal. Creature comforts make life much more bearable when people live in difficult situations. Today, let’s pray for those who have needs. May their need be made aware so they can be met. May we step up and help others.
“If you want to know what God wants you to do, ask him . . . but . . . if you don’t ask with faith, don’t expect the Lord to give you any solid answer.”
~James 1:5-8 (TLB)~
My classmate, Robert Bennett, has been dedicated to helping his wife with her battle with cancer. Monday, they learned she is clear of cancer. Their new battle is get her back to eating regular food. Please thank God for the progress Donna has made and pray for her desire and ability to eat again.
Ann Varnado Carrier, sister of Emily McMillan and Molly Carter, passed away. Please pray for her family. “Miss” Ann lived in Amite.
Bobby Wayne, the one year old who was in a wreck, is making some progress following his surgery. I know you will want to continue to pray for this baby.
Pray for Andy Taylor. He is in a season of Afib.
Thank God for the progress being made all around us in the wake of Hurricane IDA. Some of our neighbors were able to get power last night. Pray for continued progress of all the many workers as they attempt to “light-up” our homes and neighborhoods. Pray for their safety as they work long hours. This may be the day we got power back….
Read the Bible Chronologically in 2021 – September 9
Churches, businesses, organizations, and individuals have gone out of their way to help each other in our communities and to help those who are here to help us. Today, let’s pray for them and thank God for them.
“We are helpless in the face of this large army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but we look to you for help.”
~2 Chronicles 20:12 (GNT)~
May we always look to Him!
Jeanne Bond Tate’s nephew, Jacob Wilson, died in an accident Monday night. Please be in prayer for all the family and friends.
Lorrie Lynn Robert requests prayer for one year old Bobby Wayne who had emergency surgery last night following an accident.
Ronald Lee Smith
November 28, 1951 – September 04, 2021
Ronald Lee Smith, a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away at 9:11AM on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. He was born November 28, 1951 in Amite, LA and was 69 years of age. He is survived by his, 2 daughters, Shelly Lynn Smith and Susan Renee Smith; grandson, Braedyn Lee Smith and one on the way, Jaxson Ronald Smith; wife, Angela L. Smith; brothers and sisters, Norma Mae Arnone, Norman Harvey Smith, Jr., Joseph L. Smith, Johnny E. Smith and wife Sylvia, Lionel Freddie Smith and wife Mary Frances, Donald L. Smith and wife Linda, and Annie Mae Smith; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Norman Harvey Smith, Sr. and Johnnie Mae Keen Smith; sister, Bertie Mae Smith; brother, Lewis Willie Smith. Pallbearers will be Larry Smith, Daryl Smith, Eric Short, Everett Short, Travis Short, and Brian Fairburn. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Wednesday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Thursday, September 9, 2021. Services conducted by Bro. J.B. Davis. Interment Amite Cemetery, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Byron Jefferson Statham
October 17, 1968 – September 06, 2021
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021 at Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born October 17, 1968 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 53 years of age. He was a U.S. Army Veteran where he served on the Infantry(Manchu). He is survived by his mother, Susan Wall; brother, Aaron Statham; niece, Alison Statham; numerous cousins and family. Preceded in death by his father, Byron “Sam” Statham; grandparents, Archie and Paul Jean Wall and Tom and Jenell Statham. Graveside Services will be held at Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA at 1:00PM Tuesday, September 14, 2021. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
A resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021 at Baton Rouge General in Baton Rouge, LA. She was born April 1, 1934 in Amite , LA and was 87 years of age. She drove a school bus many years for St. Helena Parish Schools and was a legal secretary many years in Greensburg. She is survived by her son, Gary Conleay(Emily)Locust Grove, GA; son, Randy Conleay(Debra)Hammond, LA; son, Jay McGregor(Lisa) Mt. Hermon, LA; daughter, Dawn Bridges(Oscar) Greensburg, LA; grandson(that she raised), Justin Lehmann St. Charles, MO; brother, Milton Brecheen Greenville, TN; sister, Caroline Lynn, Frisco, TX; sister in law, Carol Brecheen Weimar, TX; daughter in law, Brenda McGregor; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles (Sonny) McGregor; parents, Clifton and Opal Brecheen; brother, Winston Brecheen; sister, Anita Sowell; daughter, Audrey Conleay Lehmann; son, Mark McGregor; grandson, Aaron Lehmann; grandson, Hunter McGregor; great grandson, Konnor McGregor Strickland. Visitation at Greensburg First Baptist from 11:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Read the Bible Chronologically in 2021 – September 8
DANIEL 6:1-28 DANIEL 9:1-27 2 CHRONICLES 36:22-23 EZRA 1:1-11 1 CHRONICLES 3:17-19
Pray for all those in our area whose world has been turned upside down because of Hurricane Ida. Many people are still without power, but the linemen are out working daily. Thankfully, many people have stepped up to provide water, snacks, and meals for them. Continue to pray for members of the National Guard, Louisiana Baptist Disaster Relief, and many others who have stepped up to help meet some of our needs. Special thanks to those who wear no uniform be who see a need and take care of the need.
Today’s Prayer Focus – Volunteers who serve our community without pay! Thank God for their desire to help others and willingness to help because they have willing hands and hearts. (I’m thankful for all who help others, but it certainly takes special people to help without getting a paycheck.)
I received a prayer request for Mrs. Ann Varnado Carrier. She has had a stroke. Pray for the family as they await MRI results.
Thank God for providing safety for everyone during Hurricane Ida. So many trees fell, it is amazing nobody was killed. He surely was guiding the trees as they fell. Let’s also pray as people are doing repair work following the storm. May God continue to watch out for us. We all need to also be patient as we wait for electricity. The electrical people are doing all they can to help us.
Show your appreciation to the hundreds and hundreds of utility people who are here to help return power to our area. Also, if you have power, share with your family and friends so they can wash clothes, take showers, eat a home cooked meal, etc.
Let’s use out opportunities during this time to be On Mission in whatever form of opportunities God gives us.
“Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.”
~Philippians 4:8 (NLT)~
We’ve been praying for Tommy Hood for a while. Today, I want to add his mother, Kenna. She’s been faithfully at Tommy’s since since he got sick. Ida brought trees down on Kenna’s home in Amite while they were at MD Anderson.. I’ve seen pictures. The home has major damage. Tommy’s truck was hit by a tree, but it lessened the damage to the house from that tree.
Lois Pittman requested prayer for her sister and nephew, Linda Burt and Stephen Burt, who are both ill.
Gordon Ratliff has had a heart attack. Testing indicated a blockage of 95%. Gordon has a stent and may be able to come home today.
Please continue to pray for all those who are facing difficulties without power and for those who are working to restore power, cut trees, provide meals, etc.Say special prayers for those who are on oxygen or dialysis.Pray for all as we face the hot afternoons.Be patient and understanding with those who are working hard to make life better for each of us.
Spend part of the day thinking and maybe even writing down reasons you have to be thankful today. Be sure to share your thoughts with God.
Make this a good day despite the problems you are having.
If you have been blessed with power in the last few day, ask how you can help someone who does not have power yet. Suggestions: meal, cool resting place in heat of the day, washing clothes, a bed for the night, a shower. Some people have had a long stretch of inconveniences!
Read the Bible Chronologically in 2021 – Sept. 6th
Let me start by saying FBC, Kentwood will be having a full schedule of services today. They have electricity! Please consider yourself invited to worship in person or online today.
Today is another opportunity to help others in our area. Think about others! Help out your friends or better yet, total strangers.
It’s also an opportunity to thank those who have left their family and the comforts of home to be herE in our hot weather as they work long hours to help make life better for us again. You can do this with kind words, meals, snacks, a place to sleep, etc.
Be an encourager. Many people have become tired and discouraged. You can be the Sonshine they need.
If you have a rake and willing hands, you can find lots of homeowners who would appreciate some company as they work to clear their yards. (If you attend FBC, Kentwood, you may remember the poster that had all the colorful hands and the words: Missions = Willing Hands.) There are endless opportunities, just look around. What a great way to spend a Labor Day Weekend!
Get two or three to work with you as you help others. It will lighten the load for everyone.
Read the Bible in 2021 – September 5
EZEKIEL 44:1-46:24
Please pray for those who have lost their loved ones in the past months. The loss is more difficult in stressful times like this.
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