Monday

“Throw off your old sinful nature

and your former way of life,

which is corrupted by lust and deception.”

~(Ephesians 4:22 NLT, 2nd ed.)~

 

 

Ora Lee Wilson’s brother, John Wheat, was just diagnosed with brain cancer which has already spread throughout his body.  He is at OLOL in Baton Rouge.  As you pray for him, pray for his wife and other family members.

Kenneth Birch continues to realize the last surgery was helpful.  He was able to go to church yesterday.  Thank God for the improvement Kenneth has received.

 

Bible Reading Plan 

1/2/17 – Genesis 4-7 & Psalm 2

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

“God be gracious to us and bless us,

And cause His face to shine upon us,

That Your way may be known on the earth,

Your salvation among all nations.”

~Psalm 67:1-2, ESV~

“Take the Name of Jesus with You”

 

There will be a change at church Wednesday.  We will ALL meet in the sanctuary at 6 P.M. for the first fifteen minutes before going to our individual meeting locations.

Anna Lee

Sunday, 1-1-17

And we know that in all things

God works for the good of those who love him,

who have been called according to his purpose.

~Romans 8:28~

 

Keep Mrs. Margaret Oliver in your prayers as she recovers from Friday’s surgery.

Pray for Carl Wayne Stevens and his family as he prepares for a heart valve replacement Tuesday.

 

Wayne Bailey, Pastor of FBC, Covington – http://waylonbailey.com/2016/12/31/happy-new-year/

Thom S. Rainey, CEO and President of Lifeway – thomrainey.com

 

Join the Bible Project – JointheBibleProject.com – Sign up to get a daily email about reading the Bible and watching some videos.  You can also pick up a copy of the Bible reading plan for one year on card stock, so it will hold up to daily use for one year.  These are available at FBC, Kentwood.

Today – Genesis 1-3, Psalm 1, and Video, Genesis 1-11 

https://thebibleproject.com/product/genesis-1-11-video/

I think you will love the animated cartoon story of these eleven chapters as you see the drawings appear before your eyes!  It is an amazing video.

Today is a good day to mark some dates on your calendar.

  • Associational WMU, Memorial Service – Jan. 16th at East Fork at 10 A.M.
  • Third Thursdays – We meet every month at 6:30 at the cabin.

 

“Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God — truly righteous and holy. So stop telling lies. Let us tell our neighbors the truth, for we are all parts of the same body” (Ephesians 4:21-25 NLT, second edition)

“Wherever He Leads, I’ll Go”

 

Take the challenge, “Wherever He Leads, I’ll Go”, in 2017.  You can also include whatever He says , I’ll do.

Anna Lee

 

 

Saturday

Great peace have those who love your law,

and nothing can make them stumble.

~Psalm 119:165~

 

I did not hear a report following Margaret Oliver’s surgery yesterday.  Let’s pray she is doing well and will continue to do so.

 

Scripture Writing – Write the verse/verses of your choice today.

(Tomorrow we will begin a new plan for daily Bible readings.)

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

    “I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”

~Psalm 23:6b~

“Surely Goodness and Mercy”

 

Do something out of your usual daily pattern of life today.

Anna Lee

Friday

As a shepherd looks after his scattered flock

when he is with them,

so will I look after my sheep.

I will rescue them from all the places

where they were scattered

on a day of clouds and darkness.

~Ezekiel 34:12~

 

 

Jerry Lindsay had back surgery yesterday.  The procedure went well.  The recovery will be long.  Keep him and his caregivers in your prayers.

Larry Hendry had rotator cuff surgery yesterday.  Keep him in your prayers as he recovers.

Sandy Wilcox Toney,  a high-school classmate and friend, is sick again.  Please pray for Sandy.  He husband. Doug Toney, has been on our prayer list for a long time, but now is much better.

 

 

Operation Christmas Child has send word that some of our shoeboxes were sent to the Philippines.  That interesting to know.

 

Scripture Writing – Titus 3:3-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace.

In this world you will have trouble.

But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

~ John 16:33 (NIV) ~

“All the Thrills My Soul is Jesus”

 

Friday Morning Bible Study at 10:00 today!

 

Have a wonderful day by being a blessing to someone!

Anna Lee

 

 

Thursday

Cast your cares on the LORD

and he will sustain you;

he will never let the righteous be shaken.

~Psalm 55:22~

 

Brenda Russell shared that her daughter, Jeana, got to come home after being hospitalized for three months.  Please pray Jeana and her family enjoy some good times in Chesbrough to make up for all the lost days.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon said hr daughter, Jana, had successful out-patient surgery yesterday.  Jana is back at home and resting for a few days.

Carl Wayne Stevens had been undergoing medical evaluations lately and has surgery scheduled for Tuesday.  Please say a prayer for Carl Wayne, the medical staff, and the family.

Robert Callihan had rotator cuff surgery and is doing well.  Pray for him as he goes through a long recovery time.

 

Taunee Sue Champlin Jones

May 19, 1957 – December 28, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&id=4053071&fh_id=10545

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – James 1:16-18

Friday Morning Bible Study – Continuation of John 13

 

Jesus Comforts His Disciples

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. — John 14:1-3 (NIV)

“One Day”

 

Do something to tell others about what will happen “One Day”!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

On coming to the house,

they saw the child with his mother Mary,

and they bowed down and worshiped him.

Then they opened their treasures

and presented him with gifts of gold,

frankincense

and myrrh.  

And having been warned in a dream

not to go back to Herod,

they returned to their country by another route.

~Matthew 2:11-12~

Hymn of the Day – “We Three Kings”

 

Remember the Don Alexander family in your prayers.  Contact Dawson Primes to help.

 http://www.theadvocate.com/new_orleans/news/crime_police/article_3d6dd7fe-cc6f-11e6-82e2-8f1493a817fe.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=user-share

(This fire was at the location of the site of where David and I lived our from 1967-1970, long before the house was built.)

 

William Joseph “Billy” Guzzardo
Robert “Bob” Lee Holmes

 

Scripture Writing – Philipians 2:9-12

Article shared by our son-in-law, Boyd

https://www.imb.org/2016/12/27/five-fundamentals-of-mentorship/

I think there is a message/opportunity for all of us here.

Children in Action and other regular services for adults and youth will be held tonight at FBC, Kentwood.  I’m looking forward to seeing the children at 6 P.M.

 

What does God have planned for you today?

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Tuesday

Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host

appeared with the angel,

praising God and saying,  

“Glory to God in the highest heaven,

and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.

~Luke 2:13-14~

 

 

Pray for our friends Matt and Shea who are traveling home today.  They certainly enjoyed being with family for Christmas and meeting their first grandbaby.

 

Scripture Writing – Philippians 2:5-8

 

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party 

  • Honoring those with December birthdays
  • Today at 11:00
  • The Cafe
  • Come and bring a friend.

 

Waylon Bailey – waylonbailey.com

Thom S. Rainer – thomrainer.com

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Louisiana Baptist Message – baptistmessage.com

 

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”                                                                                                                                              ~Matthew 11:28 NIV~

“Come Christians, Join to Sing” 

 

Oh, how important music is in worship.  It’s always wonderful to be a part of a great spirit of worship in church.  I love what great hymns add to our services.  

Anna Lee