Sunday

 Love must be sincere.

Hate what is evil; cling to what is good

~Romans 12:9~

 

Haiti Protests  –  https://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/haiti/article214490259.html

Pray for the young soccer players and rescuers as divers begin attempt to remove some of them from the cave where they have been trapped.

 

 

Thomas “Cotton” McCaa

December 17, 1932 – July 04, 2018

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/thomas-mccaa?fh_id=10545

 

 

 

One week from tomorrow – Show and tell of mission projects/crafts at Spring Creek Baptist Church at 10 A.M.

 

 

Read the Bible 

  • Neh. 1-3
  • Job 26
  • 2 Cor. 10

 

 

How are you giving this day back to the Lord today?

Anna Lee

Saturday

I tried to publish this earlier this afternoon, but the weather wouldn’t cooperate.  I trust it will go out now.

 One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision:

“Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent.

For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.”

Acts 18:9-10

A mission team from our association is in Haiti.  Here are the latest updates.  Please pray.

July 5th – Our journey begins. 35 members of BASELA and BAGBR and a couple of others headed to Haiti. Will be leading 2 Pastors Conferences, VBS, and some construction. Thanks for your prayers. -Bro. Stan

July 7th – I wanted to give an update on our mission trip to Haiti. There has been an unexpected civil unrest because of gas price increases of about 40 percent overnight. Our team is safe. We are unable to leave the mission compound today. Yesterday our VBS team led 20 children to the Lord. So God is blessing. We held a pastors conference yesterday with over 100 pastors attending. Our construction team made contributions at a local church. To God be the glory. We are safe but ask you for prayers- their is a hurricane threat as well. -Bro. Stan

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Ezra 9-10
  • Ps. 83
  • 2 Cor. 9

 

 

David and I just returned from a short trip to see our granddaughter who has been working for a MS doctor, who was one of my former students.  I’m proud of that former student and of my granddaughter.

 

Tomorrow is the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Friday

You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free.

But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh ; rather, serve one another humbly in love.

~Galatians 5:13~

 

 

Let’s look at that last phrase – Serve one another humbly in love.

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Ezra 7-8
  • Job 25
  • 2 Cor. 8

 

 

Irina and a Pencil Sharpener – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-irina-and-a-pencil-sharpener/

 

 

Baptist Message – http://baptistmessage.com/

 

 

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

 

 

Thomas “Cotton” McCaa

December 17, 1932 – July 04, 2018

Thomas “Cotton” McCaa, was born on December 17th, 1932 in Greenville, Mississippi and finally gained his Independence on July 4th, 2018. A true patriot, Thomas was a military man, serving his country for twenty eight years in the United States Air Force, decorated for his valor in the Vietnam War and serving around the world. He retired to the Greensburg, Louisiana area where he resided for 20+ years. Thomas is survived by his son, T.J. McCaa of La Quinta, California and a daughter from a previous marriage, Robbie Sue Abels of Kosciusko, Mississippi. He leaves behind two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Thomas was a member of The Masonic Lodge #96 of St. Helena. Visitation at Day’s United Methodist Church, Greensburg, from 9:00AM until religious services at 10:00AM on Saturday, July 7, 2018. Services conducted by Rev. Larry D. Robertson. Interment Day’s Cemetery, Greensburg. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

Serve one another humbly in love.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Thursday

Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.

~2 Corinthians 3:17~

 

 

Continue to pray for some people who have been on our prayer list

  • Linda Callihan
  • Buddy Morris
  • Bro. Darryl’s mom – in rehab
  • Debbie M. Wilkinson

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Ezra 5-6
  • Ps. 82
  • 2 Cor. 7

 

Operation Christmas Child Needs (that you may have stashed away)

  • Yarn (any amount)
  • Bars of hotel soap (Other hotel items such as shampoo can be used for another project.)
  • These items will be used to make a pouch to wear around the neck which will hold the soap.

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – Be on the lookout for good deals on school supplies.

 

 

 

Coming soon!

  • 16th – Show and tell for mission projects at SCBC at 10 A.M.
  • 21st – Missions Project Day at FBC, Kentwood from 9:00 to Noon for all ages
  • 24th – Monthly birthday for “young” ladies of FBC

 

 

Shoebox count at FBC – 23 boxes completed and turned in.  Empty shoeboxes are available at FBC.

Get started on your boxes.  The end of October will be here before you know it.

Want someone to pack a box for you?  Just let us know.

 

 

I know many of us prayed for our country yesterday, but every day is a good day to pray for our country!

Anna Lee

 

 

4th of July

“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.

But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.”

 ~Matthew 6:14-15 NIV~

 

 

Kevin Edward Husser

January 29, 1964 – July 01, 2018

Kevin Edward Husser, a resident of Husser, LA passed away on Sunday Morning, July 1, 2018 in his sleep on his big rig. He was born January 29, 1964 in Amite, LA. Kevin is survived by his wife, Susan Curtiss Husser; sons, Kevin Leon Husser and Joseph Calmes; daughter, Kathy Hooper and husband, Jacob; stepdaughters, Sharyl Teague and husband, Billy, Amanda White and husband, John “Tony”; 5 grandchildren, Nya Hooper, Max and Madison Teague, and Wesley and Elijah White; sister, Myra Sharpe; brothers, Ronnie and Clifton Husser; sisters-in-law, Linda and Evelyn Husser; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Kathleen Calmes Husser, Jr.; and a brother, David Wayne Husser. Kevin was a 35 year lifetime member of Husser Volunteer Fire Department and drove almost 30 years for J. B. Hunt. He was a 2,000 mile safe driver. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until 11:00AM on Friday, July 6, 2018. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Dominic Catholic Church, Husser, at 12:00 Noon on Friday. Services conducted by Fr. Howard Adkins. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

Dwight V. Casanova, Sr.

February 09, 1933 – June 30, 2018A resident of Amite passed away on Saturday, June 30, 2018 at his home. He was born February 9, 1933 in Amite and was 85 years of age. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict, a retired dairy farmer, a retired school bus driver and a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Verma Hoover Casanova; daughter, Lana Casanova; 2 sons, Dwight V. Casanova, Jr. and Michael W. Casanova; 2 granddaughters, Erica and Jessica Casanova; 2 brothers, Austin J. Casanova and John W. Casanova, all of Amite. Preceded in death by parents, Monroe and Virena H. Casanova. The family would like to thank New Century Hospice and Prime Care Home Health for their excellent care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation to your favorite charity. Private Graveside Services were held at St. Dominic Cemetery, Husser, LA on Monday, July 2, 2018. Services conducted by Deacon Michael Agnello. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

Myrthe E. Erwin

July 13, 1929 – July 02, 2018

A resident of Kentwood passed away on Monday, July 2, 2018 at The Guest House in Baton Rouge. She was born July 13, 1929 in Kentwood and was 88 years of age. She was a member of Spring Creek Baptist Church. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Gail Lorio and husband, Randy, Pride and Donna Erwin, Baton Rouge; 2 grandchildren, Marcy Linxwiler, Baton Rouge and Crystal Datz and husband, Nathan, Pride; 4 great-grandchildren, Aspen and Sage Linxwiler and Brady and Logan Datz; 3 sisters, Zilpha Lea Smith, Onzia Anderson, and her twin sister, Myrle Gates and husband, Curtis. Preceded in death by her husband, Hollis Erwin; parents, Ashford and Mae Varnado; brother, Donald Varnado. Visitation at Spring Creek Baptist Church from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 6, 2018. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. Interment Spring Creek Cemetery, Spring Creek. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Ezra 3-4
  • Job 24
  • 2 Cor. 6

 

Have a safe holiday!  Remember the reason for the holiday.

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday

In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.

~Ephesians 3:12~

 

 

Kevin Ryan Keyser

Died: June 30, 2018

“Do not be afraid, I am with you

I have called you each by name

Come and follow Me,

I will bring you home

I love you and you are mine.”

Kevin Ryan Keyser, 40, passed quietly from this world, surrounded by family on June 30, 2018. Kevin was born October 13, 1977, in Baton Rouge, LA. He attended Our Lady of Mercy Parochial School from kindergarten through grade eight and was a 1995 graduate of Bishop Sullivan Regional Catholic High School. He joined the Louisiana Air National Guard and entered Southeastern Louisiana University in 1995. He graduated with a degree in Business Management from SLU in 2002. While there, he was a member and officer of Kappa Alpha Order. While with the LA Air National Guard, Kevin was assigned as a member of the 159th Fighter Wing as a Fuels and Oxygen Specialist. His military awards and decorations include the Basic Training Graduate Ribbon, Firearms Expert Ribbon, Air Force Achievement Service Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Armed Forces Service Medal with “M” device, National Defense Service Medal, Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Air Force Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Air Force Meritorious Medal, Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon, Louisiana Emergency Service Ribbon, Louisiana Achievement Medal, Louisiana War Cross, and Louisiana Longevity Ribbon. Following his service with the USAF, Kevin entered the Louisiana Army National Guard and served as a Fuels Specialist in both the Air Guard and Army Guard, supporting a multitude of State and Federal emergencies, rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant. He gained the respect of both his superiors and his subordinates. Kevin attended the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia, graduating in 2007, as a member of U.S. Customs and Border Protection under the U.S. Homeland Security Agency. He was assigned in 2008 to the Port of Houston, then to the Port of Baton Rouge. He was selected to attend the prestigious Firearms Instructor School in West Virginia, and returned to serve as the Firearms Instructor for the Houston Regional Area. While assigned to Houston, he was Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Field Operations, Director of Field Operations, and received the Award for Professionalism, and the Award for Firearms Excellence. Kevin so enjoyed motorcycles, boating, hunting, and all things outdoors. His most treasured times were those spent with his children. Kevin is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Sybil and David Keyser, and his maternal grandparents, Margie and Wally Wells. He is survived by his beloved children Karson Gaines Keyser and Kelsey Anne Keyser of Roseland; parents Colonel (Ret) and Mrs. Gary L. Keyser; and brothers Major (Ret) Gary W. Keyser, Michael Keyser, Chris and wife Lauren Keyser; nieces Kate, Abby, and Emma Keyser of Mandeville, and Caroline and Lillian Keyser of Baton Rouge; and former wife Bridget Gaines Keyser of Roseland, LA. Visitation will be on Thursday, July 5, 2018 at Rabenhorst Funeral Home (825 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802) from 10:00 am until the Funeral Service at 11:00 am officiated by Father Miles Walsh.  Burial will be private. Pallbearers are his three brothers, Gary, Chris, and Michael; his former father-in-law Carl Gaines; Kyle Mandelbaum of Houston, and Reginald Porter of Amite, and his son, Karson. Honorary pallbearers are Shane Ward and Ken Oertling.

Read the Bible

  • Ezra 1-2
  • Ps. 81
  • 2 Cor. 5

 

 

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

 

Dulcimers become widow’s instrument for ministry – http://www.bpnews.net/51197/dulcimers-become-widows-instrument-for-ministry

What’s your ministry?

 

 

Baptist Message – http://baptistmessage.com/

 

 

Youth from many of our local churches are at camp this week.  Pray for safety, a good time, and stronger friendships, but mostly for God’s love to reach hearts.

 

 

Some churches are having VBS this week.  Pray for all involved in each one.

 

 

We all have family and/or friends who are not in the best of health.  Pray for each one by name.

 

 

We all have family and/or friends in nursing homes/extended living centers.  Pray for each one by name.

 

 

We all have family and/or friends who do not know Jesus as Lord and Savior.  Pray for each one by name.

 

 

Many people will be traveling, spending time outdoors, cooking outdoors, and/or doing activities in the heat.  Pray for each person to be well hydrated and safe.

 

 

Your prayers make a difference to you when you pray for others by name.  Your prayers for others always make a difference to them.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Monday

“Each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.

Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one other.”

~Romans 14:12-13NIV~

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Reflect on God as Everlasting.
  • Catch up on any readings you missed this week.

 

 

Today, I thank God for a safe trip to Ridgecrest in N.C. and back.  We were able to see the closing ceremonies at Camp Crestridge for Girls and Camp Ridgecrest for Boys.  I’m thankful David and I were able to climb all the mountains, even if it was slower than our other family members.  Yesterday, we made a  lunch stop on the way home and saw another granddaughter and her hosts in Laurel, MS where she has worked this summer.  Four of the five days were spent riding most of the day.  Today will be a day of rest and washing.

I thank God for this great inspirational location He is using in N.C. to train many young men and women in Biblical knowledge and growing in the Lord.  May it continue to be a great ministry place.  It was evident God’s love was bubbling in many young lives.  I was so blessed to be there for the first time since the years we sent our son there to work as a teen.  This year his two teens were campers.  They continue to return each summer.

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – The suggested July purchases are clothing items like  shoes, socks, shirts, etc.

 

 

I’ll be doing some catch-up on local needs today.  If you have a request for prayer, please send me a message.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday

Read the Bible

  • 2 Chron. 22-24
  • Job 34
  • 2 Cor. 4

The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.

He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners,

~Isaiah 61:1~

 

 

Saturday

Show proper respect to everyone.”

~1 Peter 2:17 NIV~

 

 

Please continue to pray for those of our prayer lists.  If you believe in prayer, and I believe you do, pray daily.

 

I’ll share the latest update on Buddy Morris.  The family was very happy with the doctor they saw in Covington at the St. Tammany Cancer Center..  After some more testing, doctors will be working together to  plan a chemo treatment for him.  Join the family in thanking God for guidance in finding these doctors.  Pray for the family.

 

 

Read the Bible

  • 2 Chron. 19-21
  • Ps. 80
  • 2 Cor. 3

 

 

Seeing hundreds of young, and very young, Christian young men and women makes me see a renewed hope for the world.  May the positive influences overcome the negative influences!  May we as adults also impact the world in a positive Christian way each day!

 

 

Have a wonderful Saturday as you plan ahead for the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee