Sunday

“The LORD is my strength and my defense;

he has become my salvation.

He is my God, and I will praise him,

my father’s God, and I will exalt him.

Karen Callihan Dykes

February 8, 1952  –  January 29, 2016

http://www.hartmanfuneralhomeofmccomb.com/obituaries/Karen-Dykes/#!/Obituary

Margaret Ann Strickland

Born: July 25, 1942
Died: January 30, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3578803

Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com/2016/01/30/a-word-to-our-guests/

Thom S. Rainer – https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?shva=1#inbox/15292d9f078db760

Scripture Writing – Psalm 23

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Remember to take time to love  people, just as Jesus did.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“He said to them,

‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.’”

~Matthew 4:19, NKJV~

 

Mr. James Miller is still in room 383 at St. Tammany.  Keep praying for his peace and comfort.

Betty Simpson’s sister, Doris Young, has injured her arm while getting dressed.  Pray physical therapy will be able to improve her condition.

Betty Simpson’s sister-in-law, Dale Gore, has begun her treatment.  Let’s pray it is effective and tolerable.

Please continue to pray for the Tarver family.

Karen Sue Callihan Dykes passed away following her heart valve surgery in Jackson, MS yesterday.  Please pray for all the family members who are so shocked about her loss.

 

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Scripture Writing – Psalm 27:9-14

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.

                                                                                                                                   ~John 16:22~

 

 

 

 

 

 

“He said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.’” (Matthew 4:19, NKJV)

Are we “fishing” like He calls us to do?

Anna Lee

Thursday

 

I want to know Christ—

yes, to know the power of his resurrection

and participation in his sufferings,

becoming like him in his death,

and so, somehow,

attaining to the resurrection from the dead.

Philippians 3:10-11

 

This morning, I’m only including four requests, but they are big ones.

  1. Karen (Curtis) Callihan Dykes – Having her second heart valve replacement this morning.  (Karen Sue and I grew up in Roseland and attended church together.)
  2. Corrine Watson – “Miss” Corrine has cancer and will be at Mary Bird Perkins and Ochsner of New Orleans for treatment.  (Her husband and my daddy both worked for the telephone company.  I knew her children from school in Amite.)
  3. Robbie Lynn Callihan Kirby – The last report I had was that she was still not feeling well.  She is in Jackson.  (Robbie Lynn’s grandfather and Karen Sue’s dad were brothers.)
  4. Mark Billings – Surgery (Sorry folks, I don’t know this man, but I know many of you do.)  Pray for him, his family, and the medical staff.

 

Today, I’m so thankful for my husband who conducted the memorial service for his sister’s son-in-law.  It was perfect because it caused everyone to remember Randy so well and pointed everyone to Jesus, the one who can comfort and save them.  Randy was 67 years old.  I pray the message touched hearts and lives among Randy’s friends and family.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 27:5-8

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Devotional and a Song 

 

Be a light for Jesus in your part of the world today!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“I no longer count on my own righteousness

through obeying the law;

rather, I become righteous through faith in Christ.

For God’s way of making us right with himself

depends on faith.”

~Philippians 3:9 NLT~

 

Please pray for Larry Watts.  He’s in North Oaks having some tests done to identify his problem.

Pray for Mr. James Miller and his family.  The information I received last night is that he will be coming home today.

Continue to pray for Harrell Sharkey as he prepares for surgery next week.

Robbie Lynn C. Kirby was having some unexpected problems last night.  Pray for her and her family.

Pray for Jeff Tolar as he continues to wait for approval for surgery.

Continue to pray for Ken Roberts as he gets closer to the time for a heart transplant.

Pray for Hayden Snow and his family.  He is the great nephew of Mrs. Bessie Hayden.  Hayden is thought to have a serious health problem that continues to be narrowed down to a specific one.   He is only seven.

Alice Fay Lee got good test results yesterday.  Thank God for that.

Bro. Joey has and unborn grandbaby that has a kidney problem and is being carefully monitored.  This is the second child of Sally Ann Miller Shaver.

 

 

If you haven’t seen “War Room” or would like to see it again, it will be shown at The Lord’s Church at 5:30 Sunday night.

 

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing: Psalm 27:1-4

Devotional, Scripture, Quote, and a Song

  • “Before the Phone” – http://odb.org/2016/01/28/before-the-phone/
  • In my distress I called to the Lord.                                          ~Psalm 18:6~
  • “Prayer is the bridge between panic and peace.”

~Our Daily Bread~

 

 

I’m thankful to be a part of the community of “this I know”!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

Taste and see that the LORD is good;

blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.

 

 

Robbie Lynn C. Kirby had back surgery yesterday.  All seems to have gone well.  Please continue to pray for her during the recovery time.

Please continue to pray for Susan Rimes.  She is also undergoing treatment on her back.

Pray for the families who have had family member pass away lately.  There seems to have been a large number of grieving families.

Pray for families who have members who are unsaved.  It’s extra sad when an unsaved member passes away.

 

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Scripture Writing – II Corinthians 12:9-10

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Updates on a few recent events

  • The Third Thursday gathering at the cabin last week went very well despite the rain.  Rain did not hamper the abundant meal, the sweet fellowship, the wonderful music, or the special devotional that was shared.
  • The breakfast at Pine Ridge was well attended.  A nice offering was taken that will be helpful to a local family.
  • The movie, “War Room”, was well attended at New Zion Baptist Church Sunday night.
  • The ladies of Pine Ridge completed Bad Girls of the Bible Monday night.  Next month, they will begin “War Room”, the study.  Contact Jana Smith or any lady of the church if you need more information.
  • The “young” ladies of FBC, Kentwood had a large number at The Cafe yesterday for the birthday party.

Looking ahead

  • The ladies of FBC, Kentwood will study the last verses of John 1 Friday at 10 A.M.
  • It’s never too late to contribute to the Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions.
  • The next Frozen Food collection/delivery date is Sunday, February 7th.
  • The next Third Thursday Gathering will be February 18th at 6:30.
  • The next Ladies’ Night will be February 25th at 6:15 at FBC.Kentwood.

 

Do something to help a family that is hurting.  You’ll be blessed more than they will.

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday

I pray that out of his glorious riches

he may strengthen you with power

through his Spirit

in your inner being,

~Ephesians 3:16~

 

Hadlee Monroe Day daughter of  Jeff and Beth and little sister to Preston has arrived.

Please continue your prayers for Mr. James Miller and his family.

I think you will remember Darin Fontz from his growing up years in Kentwood.

http://www.houmatoday.com/article/20160125/PREPS/160129814?tc=ar

James Elmo Tarver

Born: September 07, 1946
Died: January 24, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3566451&fh_id=10545

 

Scripture Writing – Romans 8:18-25

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Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Don’t forget the “Young” Ladies Birthday Party.

  • Today at 11 A.M.
  • The Cafe
  • Bring a friend.

 

As you “travel” though this day, take “To God be the Glory” with you.

Anna Lee

Monday

He gives strength to the weary

and increases the power of the weak.

~Isaiah 40:29~

 

I’ve seen so many weary people in doctor offices and hospitals.

We’re going again today.

Lord, help people to feel your strength as they go through difficult times.

Please pray for David’s family this week.  His brother, Jimmy, is having a procedure this morning in Baton Rouge.  He nephew by marriage passed away and will be remembered at a memorial service Thursday.

John Randolph “Randy” Brown
  • March 2, 1948 – January 23, 2016
  • Natalbany, Louisiana

John Randolph “Randy” Brown, 67 years old of Natalbany, Louisiana, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2016, at North Oaks Medical Center.
He was born on Tuesday, March 2, 1948, in Huttig, Arkansas.
He served in the United States Army and was in the pipe-line industry for over 40 years.
Surviving are his daughter, Rebecca Brown Stewart; granddaughter, Keeley Sue Stewart; mother, Sybil Barker Brown Smith; sister, Ann Brown McDonough; brother, W. L. Brown; and aunt, Barbara Barker.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Diana Newman Brown; father, Luke Brown; sister, Barbara Brown; brother, Steve Brown; and uncle, Lawrence Barker.
Friends will be received at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond, Thursday, January 28, 2016, from 6:00 pm until the memorial service at 7:00 pm in the funeral home chapel.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.harrymckneely.com.

Pray for the Tarver family.  I’ll post that obituary when it becomes available.

Scripture Writing – II Peter 1:5-11

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

                                                                                                                               James 3:5

 

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

  • Tomorrow (Tuesday)
  • The Cafe in Kentwood
  • 11 A..M.
  • Honoring all the ladies who celebrated January birthdays.
  • Everyone is invited to attend.

 

Thanks to those who gave blood for Mr. James Miller yesterday.  You can always go to a blood center and donate blood in Mr. James’ name.

 

Put a spring in your step this cold winter day.  Put a smile on your face.  “Let Others See Jesus in You”.

Anna Lee

 

Sunday

I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

~Philippians 4:13~

 

Blood Drive Today

Benefits Mr. James Miller

FBC, Kentwood

9-3

 

Breakfast to Benefit a Local Need

Donations Only

Pine Ridge United Methodist Church

8 A.M.

“War Room”

6:30 P.M.

New Zion Baptist Church

 

Scripture Writing – 2 Peter 1:1-4

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

This is the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee