“Every word I’ve spoken to you will come true on time—God’s time.”

~Luke 1:20 (The Message)~

OBITUARY

Sandra Lee (Rose) Hughes

OCTOBER 26, 1939 – DECEMBER 15, 2020

Obituary of Sandra Lee (Rose) HughesSandra Lee Rose Hughes, age 81, of Claremont, NC, passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at her residence. She was born October 26, 1939 in Clintwood, VA, the daughter of the late Fred Clarence Rose and Jewell Josephine Trivette Rose.In addition to her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by her sister, Billie Fern Rose ArtripThose left to cherish her memory are her husband, Wilton E. Hughes of the home; son, Ronald W. Small, Jr.; two daughters, Cheryl H. Green and husband, Noble, and Belinda Lea Hughes; two grandsons, John C. Easley and wife, Latanya and Andrew Benfield; three great-granchildren, Isabella Woodard, Alexander C. Easley and Hinara N. Easley; sister, Frances R. Sweeney; and many nieces and nephews.A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 21, 2020, at Oxford Baptist Church Cemetery in Conover with Rev. Eric Hollar officiating.Condolences may be sent to the Hughes family at www.drumfh-conover.comThe Hughes family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Drum Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Conover, NC.

Read the Bible in 2020 – December 19

Zephaniah 1:1-3:20
Revelation 10:1-11
Psalm 138:1-8
Proverbs 30:11-14

Prayer Focus for Today

Today, let’s focus our prayer on the International Mission Board (IMB) and all they work they do around the world to tell about Jesus so others may accept Him in their hearts., live for Him on earth, and spend eternity with Him in heaven. All (100%) the funds contributed through the Lottie Moon Offering help with the actual mission work done internationally.

Saturday is a day of preparation so nothing can interfere with our Sunday worship!

Anna Lee

This is a link to the January 1 reading. You have an option to read directly from the computer or other device you use rather than a Bible. There are also some books you may want to consider purchasing before the new year begins. They also make good gifts. Check out the plan and see if it is a good fit your you.

https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=genesis+1%3A1-3%3A24&version=NIV

“There is only one God, and Christ Jesus is the only one who can bring us to God. Jesus was truly human, and he gave himself to rescue all of us.

~1 Timothy 2:5 (CEV)~

Just a reminder if you are reading Luke this month, we will be reading Luke 18 today. If you missed some days, you have time to “catch up”.

Read the Bible in 2020 – December 18

Habakkuk 1:1-3:19
Revelation 9:1-21
Psalm 137:1-9
Proverbs 30:10

Don’t forget the chronological Bible reading for 2021. Yesterday, I shared with Yvonne Birch that I use a different Bible for each time I read all the way through the Bible. I think I will purchase an inexpensive one with large print this for 2021.

Covid-19 is continuing to spread in our country and in our community. Pathology labs, clinics, ERs, etc. are testing people at a fast rate and finding many to test positive. Each time there is a positive, there are also people who have been exposed who have to be quarantined. Pray for all Covid-19 has touched lately. Pray for those who do not have the disease, but who have been exposed and waiting to see it they develop the virus.

Our family doctor received the vaccination Wednesday. He posted a video to encourage other people to be vaccinated.

Mr. “Cete” Dillon shared with David yesterday that he and “Miss” Ruby have been exposed to Covid-19. Join others who are praying they do not develop the virus.

Remember the family of Mrs. Doris Young. Her memorial service will be today at FBC, Kentwood.

Today’s Prayer Focus – Let’s pray for older folks and those whose health is compromised. These people are more likely to catch the virus and have a more serious case. As you pray about the physical condition, please also pray for the same people who often stay home unless they have medical reasons to be out and about.

Let’s take some action today to check on our friends who are homebound and away from their family and friends. Your phone call or card may give encouragement they need. It is also possible to share some of your cooking/baking with others by leaving items on a porch and calling the person to let them know to check what you have left for them.

Other good things to share are magazines or newspapers you are finished with. We had a friend, James Rimes, who brought a magazine with an Operation Christmas Child story for us. James called ahead and asked someone to meet him in the driveway.

Baptist Press – You may be interested in the Podcast. Look on the right of the screen near the top to find a link.

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Baptist Message

https://baptistmessage.com/

I believe in prayers. I trust you do too!

Jesus is the reason the Christmas Season is so special.

Anna Lee

It’s Ora Lee Wilson’s brother-in-law who is very sick, not Yvonne’s brother-in-law. I wrote it incorrectly.

“But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.”

~Micah 5:2~

Yvonne Birch’s brother-in-law is hospitalized with a very serious gastro problem. Please be in prayer for him.

Ritchie Yarbarough has Covid. He is quarantined at home until Christmas Eve. His mother, Jan, is not sick, but is quarantined with him.

Letitia “Beth” Easley Wilson

July 07, 1928 – December 16, 2020

Letitia “Beth” Easley Wilson , a resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born July 7, 1928 in Meridian, MS and was 92 years of age. She was the most loving mother , mother-in-law, grand and great-grandmother, and friend to all. Our precious “Mamaw” loved us so well. Mamaw and her delicious pound cake will be forever missed. She is survived by her daughter, Linda West and husband, Bernard; grandchildren, Vicki Boudreaux and husband, Bryan, John Pirie and wife, Tammie and James Pirie; great-grandchildren, Katelyn, Alec, Casen, Luke, Landon, Lexie and Cassie. Preceded in death by her parents, Cornelius and Vivia Chisolm; husband, Marvin Easley; husband, Billie Wilson; brother, Paul Chisolm. Graveside Services will be held at Amite Cemetery, Amite, LA at 10:00AM Saturday, December 19, 2020. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Delta Deaton Lewis

June 11, 1927 – December 10, 2020

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at her home. She was born June 11, 1927 in Morganza, LA and was 93 years of age. She is survived by 2 sons, Gene Lewis and Gary Lewis; 5 grandchildren, Amanda Lewis, Blayne Lewis, Brady Lewis, Ruston Slaven, and Brandon Slaven; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and 1 sister, Lucy Deaton Walker. Preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Eugene Lewis, Sr.; parents, Hereford and Cloteal LeBlanc Deaton; granddaughter, Amy Lobre; 2 sisters, Gladys Dickinson and Dorothy Jarreau. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9:00AM until 11:00PM on Saturday and at Mt. Gilead Primitive Baptist Church, Smithdale, MS from 12:00 Noon until religious services at 1:00PM on Saturday, December 19, 2020. Services conducted by Elder Luke Addison. Interment Mt. Gilead Cemetery, Smithdale, MS. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Read the Bible in 2020 – December 17th

Nahum 1:1-3:19
Revelation 8:1-13
Psalm 136:1-26
Proverbs 30:7-9

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

Donations can be made at your local Baptist Church Sunday or during the week at the church office.

Prayer Focus for Today

Today, let’s pray for the elderly of our community who have a hard time dealing with the cold temperatures.

Thank-you for “tuning-in” and praying.

Anna Lee

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

~Isaiah 9:6~

Sandra (Mrs. Wilton) Hughes passed away yesterday. Please be in prayer for her family.

Eva Mae Frey Morris

December 17, 1929 – December 11, 2020

A resident of Hillsdale, Eva Mae died the evening of Friday, December 11th at Richard Murphy Hospice House in Hammond. She was born December 17, 1929 in Amite, Louisiana and would have turned 91 on her birthday. She was a graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University with a major in library science. Eva Mae was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin, of 55 years and leaves behind their four children: Sherry Dale Morris Bingham and her husband, Charles Michael Bingham, Milton Douglas Morris, Julie Claire Morris, and Melanie Anne Morris Dribben. She is also survived by four grand children: John Philip Bingham and his wife Alexandria Jillian Bingham, Lydia Katherine Dribben, Eli Samuel Dribben, and Lei Anne Dribben; and three great grandchildren: Hunter Wyatt Bingham, Skylar Jane Bingham, and Marshall Charles Rider Bingham; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Douglas Frey and Lou Eva Doughty Frey; her grandson, Ethan Taylor Dribben; her sister, Ruby Kathryn Frey Thompson and her husband, Robert Young Thompson, Junior; her brother Samuel Douglas Frey, Junior; her brother Robert Lee Frey and his wife, Margaret Sue Kemp Frey. As a young girl, Eva Mae was never seen without a cat in her arms. She loved living in the country and spending time in nature — walking, birdwatching, and using her metal detector to discover hidden treasures. Throughout her life she was an avid reader and a lover of the written word. She was keenly interested in genealogy and family history, tracing her roots back to the Mayflower. Eva Mae loved “pretty things,” especially the beauty and magic of Christmas, and instilled that love in each of her children. She ensured that her children experienced a creative, imaginative, and broadened childhood. Early on she established a spiritual foundation by ensuring that her children were thoroughly instructed in biblical matters through regular church attendance, Bible School, and Christian education. “Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies… Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.” Proverbs 31:10 and 28. She will be greatly missed by her family and the many friends she leaves behind. Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite from 10:00 am until noon on Friday, December 18th. Funeral service will be a private family affair. The family thanks you for respecting their wishes at this difficult time. Interment will be in Roberts Cemetery, Hillsdale. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Read the Bible in 2020 – December 16

Micah 5:1-7:20
Revelation 7:1-17
Psalm 135:1-21
Proverbs 30:5-6

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

100% of the money given goes to support international missionaries!

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Jesus is the reason for the Christmas season!

Anna Lee

…. and through your offspring all nations on earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me.”

~Genesis 22:18~

Mrs. Anne Hurst continues her stay at the St. Helena, but she is much improved. Please keep her in your prayers.

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Lillie is home! She needs more improvement, but is much better.

John Henson has been moved to rehab in Hammond. His grandson, Sintia has been moved to OLOL Children’s Hospital. Keep praying for the family.

Another former student is hospitalized with Covid-19. Many of the cases lately have been among younger and seemingly healthy people.

Bro. Don Meadow’s mother‘s procedure went well. Thank you for praying for her.

Dois “Doris” Booty Young

March 24, 1939 – December 12, 2020

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at her home. She was born March 24, 1939 in Spring Creek, LA and was 81 years of age. She is survived by 2 daughters, Bonita Y. Anthony and husband, Michael, and Wanda Miller and husband, Larry; 2 sons, Ronnie W. Young and Randy Young; 4 grandchildren, Cara Garner and husband, Tommy, Jordan Miller, Jacob Miller and wife, Raissa, and Jacob Young and wife, Jeanette; 5 great-grandchildren, Kade Cutrer, Morgan Creppel, Cody Garner, Caden Garner, Caleb Garner, and Aiden Young; sister, Betty B. Simpson and husband, Bobby; 2 brothers, Dennis Booty and Lindsey Booty and wife, JoAnn. Preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Clarence “Tut” Young; parents, Homer J. and Faye Cutrer Booty; brother, Verlin Booty and wife, Mary; sister-in-law, Juanita Booty; daughter-in-law, Linda Young. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 10:00AM until religious services at 12:00 Noon on Friday, December 18, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Darryl Miller. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. Pallbearers will be Michael Anthony, Jordan Miller, Jacob Miller, Tommy Garner, Kade Cutrer, and Jacob Young. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Mrs. Eva Mae Morris passed away. The family has decided NOT to have a traditional funeral due to Covid-19, but a time of visitation will be held Friday.

Today’s Prayer Focus – Let’s pray for everyone to understand the real meaning of Christmas.

Read the Bible in 2020 – December 15

Micah 1:1-4:13
Revelation 6:1-17
Psalm 134:1-3
Proverbs 30:1-4

Baptist Press

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Your prayers are beneficial to many families.

Anna Lee

“I will send my messenger, who will prepare the way before me. Then suddenly the Lord you are seeking will come to his temple; the messenger of the covenant, whom you desire, will come,” says the LORD Almighty.

~Malachi 3:1~

As you continue to pray for John Henson, please add John and Kim’s grandchild to your prayers. The child has been admitted to the hospital due to seizures.

Bro. Don Meadows requests prayers for his mom who will had a stent placed in her heart this morning.

Read the Bible in 2020 – December 14

Jonah 1:1-4-11
Revelation 5:1-14
Psalm 133:1-3
Proverbs 29:26-27

Prayer Focus for Today

Today, let’s focus our prayers on the vaccines being transported and distributed across the country and the people who will receive the first vaccines. Let’s also thank God for those who have labored to provide the vaccine.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Jesus is the reason for the season. Make him the center on your celebrations.

Anna Lee

David Bryant thanks you for praying for him. He has improved and been moved from ICU. Currently, the doctors are working to allow him to go home later today.

Mrs. Doris Booty Young moved to her new address, Heaven. Please be in prayer for her family members who have been left here without her.

“But the wisdom from above is pure first of all; it is also peaceful, gentle, and friendly; it is full of compassion and produces a harvest of good deeds; it is free from prejudice and hypocrisy.”

~James 3:17 (GNT)~

PRAISE REPORT ON BILL MORRIS TO EVERYONE

We are home, praise the Lord, as of late yesterday! We give God all the glory, for truly He has done great things! 

Please continue praying for Bill that he will regain his strength during the coming weeks.  He has a long way to go, but we are grateful for each step toward full recovery.  In time he will be up for visitors, but right now he needs to conserve his energy as he is still extremely weak.  He thanks each of you for praying for him, for the texts, cards, calls – every expression of love! You are spoiling him! Home Health will be a tremendous help to both of us as he recovers. For those who may not have heard, his final diagnosis was a rare type of pneumonia: Cryptogenic Organizing Pneumonia. (It was not Covid, as first suspected.)

Blessings to all of you; may the Lord Jesus bless you as you celebrate His coming to earth for our redemption! He is so good, and we have seen clear evidence, yet again, of His miraculous ways.

Velta and Bill

Update on John Henson of Roseland – John is now in ICU at North Oaks due to a recent stroke. Please be in prayer for him and his family.

Read the Bible in 2020 – December 13

Obadiah 1:1-21
Revelation 4:1-11
Psalm 132:1-18
Proverbs 29:24-25

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Don’t forget, I will be sharing the Chronological Bible Reading Plan in 2021

This is a sample:

January 1st
GENESIS 1:1-3:24
 
January 2nd
GENESIS 4:1-5:32
1 CHRONICLES 1:1-4
GENESIS 6:1-22
 
January 3rd
GENESIS 7:1-10:5
1 CHRONICLES 1:5-7
GENESIS 10:6-20
1 CHRONICLES 1:8-16
GENESIS 10:21-30
1 CHRONICLES 1:17-23
GENESIS 10:31-32
 
January 4th
GENESIS 11:1-26
1 CHRONICLES 1:24-27
GENESIS 11:27-31
GENESIS 12:1-14:24
 
January 5th
GENESIS 15:1-17:27
 
January 6th
GENESIS 18:1-21:7
 
January 7th
GENESIS 21:8-23:20
GENESIS 11:32
GENESIS 24:1-67

I will provide copies at FBC, Kentwood, post daily on The Prayer Link, and share a link that will get you to all the Scriptures for the year.

Today’s Prayer Focus is on reading the Bible every day. If you have not been doing that, now is the best time to start.

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – 100% goes to international missionaries and their ministry.

If you are not attending church now due to Covid, or for any other reason, please tune in to local church services. FBC, Kentwood will be on Facebook at 10:30 this morning, 6:00 this evening, and 6:00 Wednesday evening. Many of the other churches are also online. You have a number of choices. The key is to worship!

Jesus is the reason for the Christmas season. Don’t forget to give him priority.

Anna Lee