I don’t know about you, but every time I read a passage, no matter how familiar it is, I always pick up on something I didn’t remember from previous studying.
Updates
Amy Carter is home in Hammond and doing okay after a lot of surgery. Please continue to pray for her and her family.
Yvonne Birch will have wrist surgery this morning. Please pray for her today and in the coming days.
Coming Soon
Associational WMU Meeting
Saturday morning at Montpelier Baptist Church
Leadership meets early – 9:00
Meeting at 10:00
Speaker has been on numerous mission trips.
Pot-luck lunch following meeting
If you need directions, please ask me.
Thanks for reading today and sharing the link with others.
Reading the last portion, I see a warning against discouragement. I think that is a reminder to all of us to not let discouragement stop our efforts in doing God’s work. Refocus on what is God’s will in your life. That can apply to all of us at one time or another.
Prayer Focus
Today, let’s pray for all those battling sinus issues, colds, flu, pneumonia, etc.
We certainly have had the weather that brings on these health concerns. Let’s focus our prayers on families where these problems have lingered as they travel from one family member to another and the family members who do not have much resistance.
Daily Bible Reading
February 24
Romans 4-7
Thankfulness
Today, I want to say I am thankful for the classes who have recently given money or ordered these and other items:
Pencils
Markers
Large erasers
Hygiene items
Loose leaf paper
Notebooks
Folders
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Calculators
Flashlights
We now have enough of the first seven items, but still need more of the last two items listed. Thanks for supporting this ministry.
Coming Soon
A study about FORGIVENESS to be taught on Sunday afternoons. Anyone can join the class. Contact the church office to sign up for the class. Books will be available for ev everyone.
Monday Blues
Mondays have always been the hardest day of the week for me. Let’s not be discouraged today or whatever day of the week that applies to you.
Today, let’s pray for salvation of others. It may be family members, friends, or total strangers, Everyone needs to be saved if they are of the age of accountability. We all know people that fall into this group. Let’s pray for them by name if we can. Pray for others as a group if you don’t know who to name.
Daily Bible Reading
February 23, 2025
Romans 1-3
In less than two months, we have read five books of the Bible.
If you or someone you know is not following this or another plan to read the Bible this year, why not suggest they read with us?
Death
Charlie Schwartz said his friend, Roger Dale Ainsworth passed away at 5 A.M. yesterday morning. Roger Dale’s wife contacted Charlie yesterday morning to let him know. They had become telephone partners and talked frequently. No obituary is available at this time.
Rehab
Please continue to pray for David Sellers who is in rehab in Hammond.
Annie Armstrong
You are invited to the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood today to learn about Annie Armstrong and to work on items as past of a mission project. We will begin at 3:30.
Associational WMU Meeting
I was informed yesterday of a change in the program for Saturday’s meeting. Bro. Rusty will not be telling about his missionary experiences as pastor at Montpelier. Instead, a lady who has been on EVERY missionary trip Montpelier made will be the speaker. She is Lindy Gill. Come here her speak about her missionary experiences Saturday morning at Montpelier Baptist Church (10:00 A.M.). All ladies and girls are encouraged to attend.
Let’s pray for people to attend Sunday School. (Alford Ruling: Getting there early allows you to settle in with your Bible and other books, get settled for class and to spend some time visiting with your classmates and those you meet as you walk from your vehicle to your classroom, to review your lesson, to hang a map, etc.)
Let’s pray for our heart to be prepared for worship. Many people find that getting settled and praying silently help them get ready for worship. Other people use the time to meet and greet (meet those they don’t already know and to greet those they do know).
Pray for your pastor and other leaders.
Participate in the worship service by focusing on everything and participating to the best of your ability.
Reading the Scripture from your Bible as the pastor reads it aloud.
Some people like to take notes to remember better and to have a hard copy to refer to later. (I have been doing that for 50+ years!)
During the invitation, pray. Pray for people to step-out as their heart leads them to do so. Pray for others as they pray about needs you are not aware of and don’t need to be aware of.
If decisions are made and the pastor asks people to stand at the front of the church so members can come us and speak to them, do just that. Take the time to speak to, meet, and encourage others.
Pray at some time later that day for people who attended to be reminded of the service all during the week.
Thank God for the opportunity to be in a class and the worship service. Act on the message as it touched your heart.
Daily Bible Reading
September 22
Acts 27-28
Special Prayer Needs
Alice Faye Lee – St. Tammany Hospital for a few days
Yvonne Birch – She has broken both bones in the wrist area of her right arm and will have surgery Tuesday morning at Covington.
Opportunities to Learn about Missions
Learn about North Americans Missions (Annie Armstrong) and Do Missions
Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood
3:30 P.M. TODAY
All ladies and girls of all ages are invited.
Associational WMU
Saturday, March 4
Leadership 9 A.M.
All will meet at 10 A.M. in the sanctuary
Bring a covered dish for lunch.
Montpelier Baptist Church
All ladies and girls of all ages are invited.
Speaker: Bro. Rusty will speak about mission experiences he has had.
Thankfulness
I’m thankful the COLD temperatures are gone for now.
Welcome t0 another cold morning. It is much colder than we are accustomed to regularly and what we appreciate here in southeast Louisiana. After this morning, we will begin to get warmer temperatures again. Most of us are thankful we live in an area where these cold temperature don’t happen frequently.
Prayer Focus
Let’s thank God we don’t get these low temperatures often. Let’s also thank Him for pipes that have not broken and heating in our homes that keeps us warm.
Today, with a temperature of 25 degrees, I will again ask you to pray for those who have trouble keeping their homes and families warm on such days. If you have a neighbor who has a home such as that, please do what you can to help them stay warm. Pray for them to stay healthy despite the very cold temperatures.
Obituaries
Herbert “Herb” Cartwright Freiler
September 26, 1943 – February 14, 2025
Herbert “Herb” Cartwright Freiler, 81, of Amite, Louisiana, passed away on February 14, 2025. Born on September 26, 1943, Herb lived life on his own terms, never afraid to speak his mind or go against the grain. He was known for his sharp wit, charm, and ability to turn strangers into friends with ease.
A proud graduate of Louisiana State University, Herb carried his Tiger spirit throughout his life. He built a successful career as a real estate broker, founding and running Freiler & Associates with dedication and determination. Beyond his work, he will be remembered for his humor, sarcasm, and larger-than-life personality that left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Herb is survived by his daughter, Sydney Freiler of Jacksonville, FL; his grandson, Zaden Portis; his two sisters, Dale Freiler of Hammond, LA and Buffie (Larry) Grayson of Baton Rouge, LA; along with his two nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Frederick Freiler and Maude Perkins Cartwright Freiler. He lived exactly as he wanted, and in keeping with his wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service.
Herb’s legacy is one of authenticity, laughter, and unwavering individuality—he will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Diane Rohner
June 30, 1956 – February 18, 2025
A resident of Amite, LA , passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at her home. She was born June 30, 1956 in Independence, LA and was 68 years of age. She is survived by her sons, Tim Lawrence (Meghan) and Melvin Battles (April Soape); grandchildren, Landon Lawrence, Ely Battles, Elijah Dyrakes, Blaine Battles, Johhonie Battles, Jillian Phillips (Dakota Phillip), Chad Lawrence, and Seth Lawrence; sisters, Jeannie Watkins and Dorinda Rohner; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, Rip and Yvonne Rohner; son, Jason Lawrence; sister, Cathy O’Hara. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until religious services at 12Noon on Friday, February 21, 2025. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. Please wear purple in honor of Diane to the services. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Tommy Jean “T.J.” Reid
May 20, 1945 – February 18, 2025
An only child, TJ. Reid was preceded in death by a loving, devoted mother, Mattie Lea Beatty, and her late father, Martin Goldstein of New York City.
She is survived by her husband, Larry Reid of Amite, a son, Billy and Jeanne Reid of Florence, AL, and a daughter, Laura Lea Reid and Marcello Benetti of Hammond and Italy. Her later life was centered on five precious grandchildren – Mattie Reid, Lilith Reid, Abigail Reed, (husband, Nate Reed), Walton Reid, and Rocco Benetti. In the last years of her life, she discovered her half-sister Jaclyn Goldstein Gantz of Weston, Florida, brother-in-law, Charles M. Reid and wife, Cindy, of Amite. A feline little girl named “Cutie”, who will miss her greatly.
Tommy Jean Reid was an award-winning author and retailer, who was also a speaker, a consultant, and a QVC television personality. She owned TJ.’s… for Her in Amite for over 20 years, and was editor, owner and publisher of FASHION ADVANTAGE magazine for 28 years, retiring in 2017. She influenced thousands of retailers throughout her career.
A much-honored civic leader for decades, she was named Amite Chamber of Commerce Woman of the Year in 1981 and was also Louisiana Retailer of The Year 1984, and a member of Edwin Edwards’ Governor’s Advisory Board. She served on the World’s Fair Board in 1984 and the 150th Anniversary of Tangipahoa Parish committee. She was president of the chamber in the 1980’s, and then co-founder and first president of The Downtown Merchants Association in Amite. In 2016 she received The Legendary Leadership Award from The Dallas Apparel Mart for her devotion and inspiration to retailers nationwide for over 50 years. She was a member of the OFA Parents Club, President of the Amite Jaycee Janes and the U.D.C., a member of the Kentwood Garden Club, the Stem and Stamen Club of Amite and the Tangipahoa Parish Fair Board. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Amite, and the Louisiana Democratic Party.
In the last years she was Marketing Director of the Amite Chamber and published The Guide to Living in Amite City in 2019 and 2020. She spent many hours researching the history of Amite, and planning events to benefit its future. During her lifetime as a writer, she began as editor of the Kentwood High School paper. The Kangaroo Pouch, then went to The Kentwood News, The Tangi Talk and The News Digest. In her later years she also had columns in The Hammond Daily Star and several national business magazines. At one time she was president Of the Louisiana Press Women’s Association and was honored with a national first place award at The Press Room podium in Washington, DC. As president of the local chamber in the 1980’s and again in 2021 she spanned two centuries supporting the Town of Amite.
Visitation at First United Methodist Church, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Friday, February 21, 2025. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Health Issue
Alice Faye Lee is in St. Tammany hospital. Please pray for her.
Coming Soon – “Annie Armstrong”
An opportunity to learn about the person and her mission in life
Sunday Afternoon
Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood
3:30 P.M.
For all ladies, youth, and girls
Bring a friend
Have Fun Learning
Another Opportunity
Associational WMU Meeting
Hillsdale Baptist Church
Quarterly Meeting
I’ll more on this tomorrow.
Daily Bible Reading
February 20
Acts 21-23
If you get behind, don’t quit. Read three or four chapters a day until you catch up with us.
Today, I am thankful many of my friends were spared from bad colds, flu, and Covid this winter. David and I were too. We’re so thankful.
Prayer Requests
I have two names for you to add to your prayer list today.
Please pray for Amy Carter, an administrator in Livingston Parish Schools, who will be having multiple surgeries today. Amy is also one of my former students and the daughter of Tiny Carter and the late Freddie Carter of Greensburg. She is also one of my former students.
Please also continue to pray for Joanie Scarle of Montpelier. She is being treated for pancreatic cancer and will have major surgery in. July. I also taught her children. Our families became friends back when her children were toddlers and before David and I were blessed with our children.
Also pray forDavid Sellers,who is in rehab in Hammond, and the many others who are homebound in our local communities.
Daily Bible Reading
February 19
Acts 18-20
Women and Girls on Mission
(Also anyone else interested in learning about missions.)
“Meet” Annie Armstrong and learn about North American Missions
Sunday afternoon, May 23, in the Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood
We will spend some time working on some mission projects.
Sunday School Lesson
It is not too early to begin preparation of your Sunday School lesson. The more time you devote to it, the more you will learn.
Today, let’s focus on doing good and not giving up as mentioned in the verse above. Today, choose what you want to do for others and do it.
Obituary
Herbert “Herb” Cartwright Freiler
September 26, 1943 – February 14, 2025
Herbert “Herb” Cartwright Freiler, 81, of Amite, Louisiana, passed away on February 14, 2025. Born on September 26, 1943, Herb lived life on his own terms, never afraid to speak his mind or go against the grain. He was known for his sharp wit, charm, and ability to turn strangers into friends with ease.
A proud graduate of Louisiana State University, Herb carried his Tiger spirit throughout his life. He built a successful career as a real estate broker, founding and running Freiler & Associates with dedication and determination. Beyond his work, he will be remembered for his humor, sarcasm, and larger-than-life personality that left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Herb is survived by his daughter, Sydney Freiler of Jacksonville, FL; his grandson, Zaden Portis; his two sisters, Dale Freiler of Hammond, LA and Buffie (Larry) Grayson of Baton Rouge, LA; along with his two nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Frederick Freiler and Maude Perkins Cartwright Freiler. He lived exactly as he wanted, and in keeping with his wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service.
Herb’s legacy is one of authenticity, laughter, and unwavering individuality—he will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Daily Bible Reading
February 17, 2025
Acts 16-17
Reminder
Women and Girls on Mission will meet Sunday afternoon. We will learn about Annie Armstrong and do some hands-on mission projects in the fellowship hall.
Today, let’s pray for families. Pray for oneness and love in all families.
Daily Bible Reading
Monday, February 17
Acts 14-15
Health Concern
Please prayer for David Sellers. His heart condition is improving. He has moved to rehab for a while. Continue to pray for him.
Ladies and Girls
We will have a meeting Sunday afternoon for ladies and girls to learn more about Annie Armstrong and to go into action doing missions for a while. Come join us in the fellowship hall Sunday.
Operation Christmas Child
THANKS to those who have helped us by giving money as part of a class or giving as a family. It all goes to the same goal of filling and sending 450 shoeboxes for boys 10-14 years old this fall. We have to start making our purchases early in the calendar year to get what we need in the fall. Presently, we are working on collecting items for and packing hygiene kits. Then, we will be moving on to pencil bags.
Donations can be left in the green tote in the hallway in the basement. We appreciate your interest in helping.
Have a great week.
Thank-you for including TPL as part of your busy Monday.
Today, let’s focus on honoring God today by church attendance and service.
Health Concerns
Please continue to pray for David Sellers as he continues to battle his health issues. Pray, also, for Mrs. Mary Varnado (at home), Mrs. Velma Anthony (Tangi Pines, Amite.), Bobby Simpson (home), Bobby Raborn (home) and Betty and Andy Taylor (home in Chatawa).
Deaths
Mervel Albert King, Sr.
January 12, 1937 – February 13, 2025
Mervel Albert King Sr. was born on January 12, 1937, in Ponca City, Oklahoma and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 13, 2025, in The Butterfly Wing of Baton Rouge General Hospital.
Mervel dedicated much of his life to public service as a deputy of Roseland’s Police Department, Roseland’s Assistant Fire Chief, and a Roseland City Councilman. He was a member of the Amite City Masonic Lodge #175 for many years. Mervel was a hard-working man and was self-employed much of his life owning businesses King’s Asphalt Paving and King’s Septic Tank Service. He was always contributing to his community. Mervel loved outdoor activities including hunting and fishing, especially with his children and grandchildren. Mervel loved to play horseshoes and hosted annual tournaments for many years bringing his family and friends together for fellowship. He was truly a family man and always the life of the party.
Mervel is survived by six children, Mervel Albert King Jr. “Skipper” and wife Jeanie, David Keith King and wife Karen, Lloyd Lee King and wife Nicole, Melinda Lou King Ferguson and husband Steve, John King and wife Brooke, and Edward Cutrer. Three siblings, Ronald Lee King and wife Melrose, Richard King and wife Ruby, and Janet “Candy” King Pourciau. 17 grandkids, 24 great-grandkids, and 13 great-great grandkids as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Mervel is preceded in death by wife Connie Ray Lawrence King, wife Vera Cutrer, parents John Albert King and Janette, siblings Jack King, John D, King, Robert Loyd King, Bessie Mae King, Dorothy King, Alice King Lyons, Carolyn Patterson, and Betty Jean King, Grandchildren Chase Garrett King, Jordan Wyatt King, and John Tyler King.
Visitation is at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite, Louisiana from 8:30 A.M. until funeral services at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, February 17, 2025. Services conducted by Pastor David Cutrer and interment will be held immediately after at Arcola-Roseland Cemetery in Arcola, Louisiana followed by food and fellowship at Roseland Baptist Church.
Daily Bible Readings
February 16
Acts 11-13
A New Church Home?
If you are in the process of selecting a new church home, please consider a visit to FBC, Kentwood. We have so many opportunities to learn and to serve. Come, see for yourself.
Operation Christmas Child
Instead of telling you what we need, this morning I would like to share that we have all we need of:
Lined school paper
Composition books
Toothbrushes
Markers
Folders
Thanks for helping us obtain this things so early in the process.
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