Saturday

“You see that his faith and his actions were working together,

and his faith was made complete by what he did.”

~James 2:22 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Josiah Huckaby is one blessed child.  His mom and dad, KK and Job, are blessed too.  Josiah has now been living at home for two years.  Josiah has made so much progress since his parents met him.  Thank God for moms and dads who are willing to lovingly give so much of themselves.

 

 

 

Pray for Mrs. Mildred Birch as she awaits her appointment with her surgeon on June 29th.

 

 

 

Buddy Morris complete round two of chemo and is scheduled for a PET scan during the first week of July.  Please pray for Buddy and his family as they wait for the test and then, results.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 20

  • 1 Kings 22:1-53
  • Acts 13:16-41
  • Psalm 138:1-8
  • Proverbs 17:17-18

 

 

 

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

 

 

 

Louisiana Baptist Message – https://baptistmessage.com/

 

 

 

I have had some questions about Operation Christmas Child.  Your donations of items can be left at the FBC, Kentwood during office hours Monday – Friday and when the church is open for services on Sundays and Wednesdays.  Let’s not let Covid-19 stop the shoeboxes from being full in the fall.

 

 

 

Have a wonderful day today.  Do something special.  Make a sweet memory for yourself and someone else.  Staying home does not keep you from impacting other lives.  Be the person who finds a way during these stay-at-home times.  If you are not staying at home, remember to wear a mask and to follow social distancing and hand washing rules.

Anna Lee

Friday

The LORD brings death and makes alive;

he brings down to the grave and raises up.  

The LORD sends poverty and wealth;

he humbles and he exalts.

~1 Samuel 2:6-7~

 

 

 

Please pray for Mrs. Mildred Birch.  She has learned she has a gall bladder problem and is checking into having surgery.  Please pray for her.

 

 

 

Donald Duncan is better, but continues to be hospitalized to get his problem identified.  Your prayers will be appreciated.

 

 

 

Please continue to pray for Debbie Miller Wilkinson of Amite.  She continues to fight her cancer at home.  I know she and her family will appreciate your prayers.

 

 

 

Please continue to pray for my cousin, Scott, who now lives in Shreveport.  He has had Huntington’s Disease for a while.  He is resting comfortably at home.

 

 

 

Covid-19 Louisiana Update – Words from the governor (Please read.)

https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/coronavirus/article_7b517258-b18e-11ea-8c8c-87c776b6ef82.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebookbatonrouge&utm_campaign=snd&fbclid=IwAR3uzYw5XpBIbJvgaDVqv-DszCWVoRFy4HoR8gIBKkouDq2mg4dr25UV2aE

  • Testing in Hammond yesterday – 25% positive
  • Testing in Denham Springs yesterday – 20% positive

Please wear your mask and stay home as much as possible!

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 19

  • 1 Kings 20:1-21:29
  • Acts 12:24-13:15
  • Psalm 137:1-9
  • Proverbs 17:16

 

 

 

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

 

 

 

We cannot have too many prayers for our country and its leaders during this time.

Anna Lee

 

 

Thursday

For where your treasure is,

there your heart will be also.

~Matthew 6:21~

 

 

 

Donald Duncan is hospitalized to identification and treatment of a health problem.  Please keep him in your prayers.

 

 

 

Buddy Morris was able to resume chemo.  Please continue to pray for Buddy and Eleanor.

 

 

 

Brian Tate is at MD Anderson with plans to not travel there for a while.  Thank God for his good report.

 

 

 

The corona -19 virus is still a problem.  Please pray for those who are dealing with it now and those whose health is compromised causing them to fight real hard to stay healthy.

 

 

 

Please be in pray for our country in crisis again.  A few can cause major issues for many. Pray for the few to get their hearts and actions in the right places.

 

 

 

Please pray for local churches that are planning to have VBS in the next month.  July will be a busier month then usual because of the delay caused by the virus.

 

 

 

I understand stores are now selling school supplies.  Please remember to make some purchases for Operation Christmas Child if you are able to shop.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 18th

  • 1 Kings 19:1-21
  • Acts 12:1-23
  • Psalm 136:1-26
  • Proverbs 17:14-15

 

 

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

 

 

Have a blessed day.  Try to be a blessing to at least one person today.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

“Man shall not live on bread alone,

but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.”

~Matthew 4:4 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 17

  • 1 Kings 18:1-46
  • Acts 11:1-30
  • Psalm 135:1-21
  • Proverbs 17:12-13

 

 

 

Wallace Deloy Smith, Jr.

February 24, 1945 – June 13, 2020

Deloy, age 75, passed away on June 6, 2020, at North Oaks Hospital. He was a native of Kentwood and longtime resident of Kentwood; La. Deloy was a highly successful rancher and farmer who loved horses and cows. He was a member of Spring Creek Baptist Church.

Deloy lived his life in full throttle. He worked hard and played hard. Smith was a champion at many things, starting in high school as the lead scorer for his basketball team, a rodeo bull rider, and calf roper. He was an expert marksman, winning many competitions, and was a world-class champion cutting horse competitor. Deloy was a Vietnam veteran who proudly served and loved his country.

Deloy is survived by one son Wade Dustin (Dusty) Smith; and three sisters, Frances Varnado Griffin, Celia Ann Smith and Rachel Smith Coggins. He is preceded in death by his sister, Dianne Strickland; parents, Deloy and Neva Smith; aunt and uncle, James and Willie Mae Sumrall; and grandmother, Eula Simmons Smith.

Visitation will be at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, on Thursday, June 18, 2020, from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM with a service at 11:00 AM conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. Interment will follow in Spring Creek Cemetery, Kentwood.

 

 

 

Prayer Meeting/Bible Study

  • Tonight
  • 6 P.M.
  • Facebook (Kentwood First Baptist Church).

 

 

 

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

“God gives us even more grace, as the Scripture says,

‘God is against the proud,

but he gives grace to the humble.’”

~James 4:6 (NCV)~

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 16

  • 1 Kings 15:25-17:24
  • Acts 10:24-48
  • Psalm 134:1-3
  • Proverbs 17:9-11

 

 

Barrett Travis is home.  I know the family will appreciates your prayers, cards, and caring actions.

 

 

 

Pray for the families of those involved in a tragic accident.

 

 

 

Today, I want to thank two very special ladies who gave money for the Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes that will be packed at FBC, Kentwood.  Thank-you for helping to bless the children with simple gifts and the invitation to learn about Jesus.  This is always a group effort.  May everyone who helps be blessed in knowing they make an eternal difference in the lives of children.

 

 

 

Baptist Press –http://www.bpnews.net/

 

 

 

Vacation Bible Schools will be starting in a few weeks.  Pray for all the workers who are preparing now.  Pray for the children who will participate.  Pray for families who entrust their children to the care and training provided.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

I will remember the deeds of the LORD;

yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.

~Psalm 77:11~

 

 

 

Barrett Travis is still at North Oaks waiting for the last test results.  In the meantime, he has had a change of medications.  Keep praying for Barrett.

 

 

 

FBC, Kentwood, today, please pray for two special ladies: Mildred Birch and Anne Hurst.  Please pray for these four men: Smiley Conerly, Buddy Morris, Brian Tate, and David Alford.  Pray for this couple: “Cete” and Ruby Dillon.

 

 

 

Please pray for our America.  I know we are all unhappy with the current state of events.  I know God is too!

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 15

  • 1 Kings 14:1-15:24
  • Acts 10:1-23
  • Psalm 133:1-3
  • Proverbs 17:7-8

 

 

 

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Ministry – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/

 

 

 

Let’s make sure we say and do some positive things today!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Lord’s Day

“The LORD does not look at the things people look at.

People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.”

~1 Samuel 16:7 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Pray for Barrett and Ruby Travis and family.  Barrett is at North Oaks being checked to see if he possibly had a stroke.

 

 

 

Continue to pray for families in which a member needs to be hospitalized or undergo surgery.  There a severe limitations on family visitors.  This is very difficult for everyone.  If you know someone in this situation, be an encourager to the patient and/or the family.

 

 

 

BEVERLY “TONI” CARLOSS GRAY

Beverly “Toni” Carloss Gray, of Kentwood, Louisiana, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at North Oaks Medical Center at the age of 80. She was born on Sunday, April 7, 1940, in McComb, Mississippi, daughter of the late Rembert and the late Cewilla Venable Carloss. She retired as a hairdresser in Covington, Louisiana and enjoyed gardening, crafts, reading, cooking and various church activities.

Toni is survived by her only child, Philip “Rock”Alan Gray, II (Diane), a grandson, Chase Alan Gray (Tiffany), a granddaughter, Devan Gray Richoux (Lester, III), a great-granddaughter, Lily Leanna Richoux, a very special double first cousin, Carrine C. Wilson, a step-grandson, Duane Leftwich, two step-granddaughters, Stephanie Leftwich and Valerie Leftwich Davidson (Brian) and six step-great-grandchildren, Peyton, Makaylah, Jackson, Bradlee, Bailey, and Dylan.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Philip Alan Gray and a daughter-in-law, Leanna W. Gray.

A memorial graveside service will be held at a later date at Woodland Cemetery in Kentwood, Louisiana. Donations in her honor can be made to The Church of Our Redeemer, P.O. Box 1001, McComb, MS  39649

 

 

 

Charles Lynn Rowland

January 22, 1963 – June 12, 2020

A resident of Kentwood passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020 at Tangi Pines Nursing Center in Amite. He was born January 22, 1963 in New Orleans and was 57 years of age. He is survived by his 5 children, Christopher Rowland (Melissa), Kristy Rosamond (Christopher), Richard Rowland (Allie), Michael Rowland, and David Rowland; 6 grandchildren, Joshua Rosamond, Jacob Blayze Neal, Realyn Grace Rowland, Kinzlee Diana Rowland, Jessica Patterson, and Heather Calmes; great-granddaughter, Ava Calmes; 5 brothers and sisters, Frank Rowland (Sherri), Charlann Henry (Donna), John Noble (Cindy), Ronnie Noble, and Eva Suzanne Rowland; brother-in-law, Ronnie Temple. Preceded in death by his sister, Ronda Temple; parents, Charles B. Rowland and Vivian Earles Rowland; grandparents, Beatrice Earles, and Frank and Eva Rowland. Graveside Services will be held at Tangipahoa Cemetery at 11:00AM on Monday, June 15, 2020. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 14

  • 1 Kings 12:20-13:34
  • Acts 9:26-43
  • Psalm 132:1-18
  • Proverbs 17:6

 

 

Attend the church of your choice today, either in person, a live-streamed service (possible local), or a televised service or two.  If you don’t have a church, check some out or ask a friend.  You’ll be spiritually richer.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday

“The LORD our God does not tolerate perverted justice, partiality, or the taking of bribes.”

~2 Chronicles 19:7 (NLT)~

 

 

 

Today, let’s pray for our once great nation.  May people unite and turn to God.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – June 13

  • 1 Kings 11:1-12:19
  • Acts 9:1-25
  • Psalm 131:1-3
  • Proverbs 17:4-5

 

 

Let’s pray for the churches that will be having VBS  this summer.  May they all find ways to teach the children in a manner that is safe for everyone.

 

 

 

Pray for churches unable to hold VBS.  May they fine alternative ways to reach children and their families this summer.

 

 

 

Most of the church camps for children and youth have been cancelled this summer.  May the churches and youth ministers be creative in finding ways to minister to them this summer.

 

 

 

Pray for those, both young and old, who are dealing with the corona virus situation this summer.  It was been a big “game changer” in many aspects of our lives.  May families and professionals find ways to make adjustments so the virus has only minimal impact on individuals, families, churches, and school.

 

 

 

Pray for churches as they slowly readjust schedules to resume more and more activities.

 

 

 

Pray for schools as they make plans and adjustments for the fall and especially for the activities normally scheduled for the summer.

 

 

 

Continue to pray for health professionals as they treat those who are sick and make accommodations for those who are healthy.

 

 

 

Liesa Smith Gillis

July 15, 1955 – June 11, 2020

A resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born July 15, 1955 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 64 years of age. She was a retired educator and guidance counselor with the Livingston Parish School System. She had a love for life and cherished her family, her friends, and her fellow educators and students. She is survived by her husband, Kirk Gillis, Greensburg; two children, Amber Graff and Dr. Eugene R. Graff, Jr., daughter Molly, Hammond; and Cassie Gillis, daughter Marissa, Lakewood, CO; sister, Lyn and Richard Easley, nephew, Richard C. Easley, and niece, Jennifer Davis, aunt, Elois Smith McNabb, Greensburg; and uncle, Harold Ray Smith. She was preceded in death by parents, Albert and Toffie Smith. Visitation at Greensburg United Methodist Church from 9:00 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Donald Lum and Dr. Kenneth Reed. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. Memorial donations may be made to Greensburg United Methodist Church. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Thank you for praying today.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Friday

Remember the former things, those of long ago;

I am God, and there is no other;

I am God, and there is none like me.

~Isaiah 46:9~

 

 

 

Today, Brian Tate‘s family is celebrating his good reports at M.D. Anderson.  Thank God for his good news.

 

 

 

What are you celebrating today?

  • Being alive?
  • Something that doesn’t hurt today?
  • A neighbor who likes to cook and share?
  • Air conditioning?
  • Another birthday?
  • A day with no appointments?
  • Seeing your grandchildren today?
  • Watching children at play?
  • A good grade?
  • A baby discovering his feet?
  • Blowing bubbles?
  • Good water?
  • A roof that didn’t leak this week?
  • A car that got you to the doctor again?
  • Being able to afford your medication?
  • A woodpecker in your tree?
  • A notebook to collect your memories?
  • A book for writing prayer requests?
  • A Bible that belonged to a loved one?
  • Seeing a turtle cross the road?
  • A phone call from a friend?
  • Eating a good home-grown tomato?
  • The sound of a light rain on the roof?
  • The smell of freshly cut grass?
  • A hot piece of cornbread?
  • Rocking and looking at nature?
  • A snapshot of a loved one?
  • A special program on TV?
  • The feel of freshly laundered sheets?
  • A special cup for your coffee?
  • A quiet time for reading your Bible?
  • Receiving a thank-you note with a special comment?
  • The garbage man who picks up what you don’t want?
  • A plant shared by a friend?
  • Holding a book of family pictures?
  • A stocked pantry?
  • A full tank of gas?
  • Baby birds?
  • The gift of fresh eggs?
  • Going to bed on your schedule?
  • Comfortable shoes?
  • A compliment?
  • The smell of a new bar of soap?
  • A big grin grin from someone who just ate a cookie?
  • Memories of former classmates?
  • Remembering where people usually sit in church?
  • Inside water?
  • The smell of magnolias?
  • A freshly washed car?
  • A glass of iced tea?
  • A new face mask?
  • A warm brownie?
  • Swinging?
  • A washer and dryer?
  • A doctor or nurse when needed?
  • New tires?
  • Hibiscus blooms?
  • Cloud formations?
  • A special hymn?
  • A new toothbrush?
  • A marching band?
  • Operation Christmas Child opportunities?
  • Patriotic music?
  • Sporting events?
  • Hearing someone whistle while they worked?
  • A new book of magazine?
  • Watching a butterfly?

Thank God for all the large and small celebrations of our daily lives!  My mother-in-law set a great example of appreciating the little things in life – a new pot holder, a pretty flower, watching nature, etc.  Let’s not forget them.  Thank God for them too!

 

 

 

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

 

 

 

Louisiana Baptist Message – https://baptistmessage.com/

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – July 11th

  • 1 Kings 8:1-66
  • Acts 7:51-8:13
  • Psalm 129:1-8
  • Proverbs 17:1

 

 

Reread the long list I shared.  Make a list of your own.  Have some happy celebrations today!

Anna Lee