Thank you, God, for watching over all of us. I know many people are without power this morning, but I am very thankful they are alive and well. I understand there are a lot of trees down, but homes seem not to have been destroyed.
Thank you God, for allowing us to still have homes, churches, stores, and schools this morning even if they will be temporarily closed because of a lack of power. Thank you, God, for the lives that You spared
Our lights blinked one time, but came right back on. If you need water or a shower, you are welcome to come to our house. You don’t have to call or ask in any way, just come.
Concerns
Pray for those who are ill and without power. May their alternate site be “up and running”. May caregivers have a “Plan B” until they get power again.
Today, let’s pray for the family members of those who are ill and cannot live independently. The burden is hard, but the love is strong.
Pray for friends and relatives who are in this position. Do whatever you can to help them. Encourage them when they seem overwhelmed.
Read the Bible Every Day
June 4
II Samuel 12:1 – 13:39
Psalm 69:1-4
Proverbs 15:6-7
John 10:31 – 11:6
Obituary
Darryl Keith Bennett
May 3, 1967 – June 1, 2024
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at his home. He was born May 3, 1967, in Greensburg, LA and was 57 years of age. He is survived by his daughter, Emily Marie Thaler; mother, Dorothy Jane Davidson Bennett; brother, Lonnie Lee Bennett (Stacy); sister-in-law, Susan Fitzhugh; nephews and nieces, Brock Layne Bennett, William Brogan Bennett, Katelyn A. Bel, and Mary Catherine Bennett Loupe (Jason); great-nieces and nephews, Kimberly Bennett, Raelynn Jackson, Reigha Jackson, Brannix Jackson, Jaxson Jackson, Grayson Loupe, and Charlotte Loupe; beloved pet, “O,G”. Preceded in death by his father, Edgar Lee “Bear” Bennett; brothers, Donnie Ray “Bo” Bennett and David Wade Bennett; sisters, Krissy N. Bennett and Connie Faye Bennett. A Memorial Service will be scheduled for a later date. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Baptist Press
Tornado cut short prayer service, tore off wall at Texas church
A large number of people were involved in VBS at FBC yesterday morning (8:30-11:30). Today is a good day to enroll children who have not been enrolled.
I thank God for your faithfulness in reading and reaching out to others each day.
He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal.
John 12: 25 NIV
Health Concerns
Chase Sharkey, brother of Larissa Dean, is having a procedure today. Please pray.
Brad Bridges has injured some ribs. Please pray for him.
Jackie Babin has upper respiratory problems and an injury from falling while leaving the doctor’s office. Please pray.
Thanking God
Bro. Joe and “Miss” Barbara Baugh were able to be at church yesterday after missing for a couple of weeks. Thank God.
Thank God for two good church services yesterday at FBC, Kentwood.
Read the Bible Every Day
June 3
2 Samuel 10:1 – 11:27
Psalm 68:32-35
Proverbs 15:4-5
John 10:7-30
Vacation Bible School at FBC, Kentwood
VBS begins at 8:30 this morning. I hope you have you children and grandchildren registered. If not, it is not too late, but hurry on over to the church and do that so they won’t miss out. VBS week is a highlight for all children.
Children’s Camp
We have places reserved for a few more children. Call the church office, 229-8111, for information.
New Hope Class
I am thankful for the things this class does in the classroom and outside the classroom. I believe we can call them “well rounded”.
Have a great day! Do something special today for someone.
The one who is victorious will, like them, be dressed in white. I will never blot out the name of that person from the book of life, but will acknowledge that name before my Father and his angels.
Today, let’s pray for our political system in America. May it be fair to all those who find themselves in court. Also, I pray most of us go through life without having problems that send us to court for any reason.
Read the Bible Today
June 2
2 Samuel 7:1 – 9:13
Psalm 68:28-31
Proverbs 15:1-3
John 9:28 – 10:6
Sunday School and Church Today
We have a large number of classes so we can accomodate any family.
The adult lesson today is based on Acts:1.
The FBC, Kentwood: Sunday School is at 9:15 and worship at 10:30.
People are always available to guide others to a class.
Sunday School is a good way to meet new people and make friends.
We also have a worship service tonight and classes for our youth and children. These opportunities begin at 6 P.M.
Mission Opportunities
We give all people a chance to give to and work with our mission opportunities. For example, Operation Christmas Child had a workday for girls Thursday. Of course, the mothers who brought girls to work jumped in and helped too. Everyone did a good job and worked with others well. Thanks for giving of your time, girls and moms!
Remember, each shoeboxes will be given to a child in countries around the world. The boxes will reach an average of 8-9 people with the message of Jesus! I feel that is great!
If you would like to help reach others by teaching them about Jesus and giving gifts, you can help too by bringing the items we list as needed or by giving money so someone else can do the shopping for you. You could also help during one of the many work days we have. Another way, and an important one, is praying for the boxes as they are prepared and as they are shipped around the world.
Remember: One box gives 8-9 people the opportunity to know Jesus and to have a heavenly home forever! Does that sound like something you would like to be involved in.
Vacation Bible School
VBS begins in the morning. You still have time to register your child. The easiest way to do so is to go to the church website and register there.
Have a wonderful Lord’s Day!
I hope you will take today’s opportunity to meet a new family. Learn their names so you can greet them by name from now on. It makes them feel so welcomed.
Tomorrow’s lesson, starting a study of the book of Acts, is from Acts 1.
Read the Bible Every Day
June 1
2 Samuel 5:1 – 6:23
Psalm 68:20-27
Proverbs 14:33-35
John 9:8-27
Prayers for our Homebound Friends
Andy and Betty Taylor
“Cete” Dillon
Gary and Mary Varnado
Theople Hurst
Kathy Wales (temporarily homebound)
Bobby and Betty Simpson
Betty Catherine Hatcher
Bobby Simpson
Add others from your prayer list. Pray often for those on this list.
Prayer Focus
Let’s focus our prayers today on the lack of love and concern for others in our country and around the world. We need to be instruments of love and its spread around the globe.
Let’s also pray for missionaries, no matter where they serve to tell others of Jesus. As you pray their labors are fruitful, “put feet to your prayers” by your action. This can be many things, praying for new churches and international pastors, supporting missions through designated offerings like Lottie Moon, Georgia Barnette, and Annie Armstrong. It might be by purchasing items they request for their needs or their ministry. Pray for the education and the health of the MKs (missionary kids). Learn of a personal need like sheets that would make their daily life better. Sometimes we need to “put our feet to our prayers” which means take action in some way.
Put Feet to Your Prayers
We can do this in many ways. Let’s put feet to our prayers for the homebound. Choose some people from your neighborhood or from your prayer list. Learn about needs you can fill for these people. Learn about prayer needs for these people and their families. Do simple thinks like provide transportation as needed.
There are many others you can pray for. Please take the time to do so.
For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life!
Yesterday morning, we had 16 people working in the fellowship hall to prepare various items for packing in shoeboxes. Much was accomplished. Thanks to all those who gave their morning to help Operation Christmas Child.
OCC June Needs
Girls panties (Size 12 or 14)
Boy’s briefs (Size 12 or 14)
Tablespoons (T)
8 inch scissors
Play Dough (Small containers)
Donations may be placed in the green tote in the hallway of the basement (Below the sanctuary).
Read the Bible Every Day
May 31
2 Samuel 3:1 – 4:12
Psalm 68:15-19
Proverbs 14:31-32John 8:42-9:7
John 8:42 – 9:7
Prayer Focus for Today
I think our country needs prayers as we move into the time to select a new president and others to lead our country and states. May God direct each of our choices.
Personal Prayer List
May God guide us as we each pray from our personal prayer lists.
A resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at his home. He was born June 1, 1941 in Kentwood, LA and was 82 years of age. He is survived by his nephew, William Clayton Blades and special friend, Susie Corkern; great-niece, Deanna Blades Hodges and husband, Quincy; great-nephew, Jamie Blades; great-great nieces, Jaylee and Riley Hodges; and numerous other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Mattie Cutrer Blades; 8 brothers, Royal, Cleon, Clovis, Russell, Willie Joe, James, Luther, and Melvin “Doc” Blades. Graveside Services will be held at Bond-Needham Cemetery, Kentwood, LA at 10:00AM Thursday, May 30, 2024. Services conducted by Rev. David Cutrer. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Missions
Girl’s Day for OCC
Fellowship Hall of FBC,Kentwood
This morning, 9-Noon
We will be working on items to be placed in Shoeboxes.
At this time of the year we have some very hot days. Today, let’s focus on those. whose homes are not adequately equipped to keep the residents cool. Pay attention to the needs of those around us. Helping these people may involve buying or share fans you own or even contacting someone, such as a church or service organization, to help pay the electric bill or to replace a broken air conditioner. Don’t turn your back on a need such as this one.
Refer to your prayer list for additional needs for your prayer time. What a blessing this will be to you!
Children, obey your parents for this pleases the Lord.
Colossians 3:20
Pray Focus for Today
Please pray for our country as we move closer and closer to electing the next president. May we discuss the right issues and have good choices concerning all the people we elect.
Prayer List
Use your personal prayer list today. That way you will be praying for those who mean so much to you today.
Today is the day set aside to remember those who died while serving in our military. David had an uncle, his daddy’s brother, Hollis Alford, who was killed in France during WWII and was buried there. Take time to think of those in your family and in your area, who gave their lives for us to have our freedoms today.
Updates
Bro. Joe Baugh continues to be a little better. Thank-you for praying.
Kathy Wales is improving in Baton Rouge.
Mrs. Mary Varnado is still at home and making adjustments.
Jade Buckley was feeling better and able to attend church yesterday.
New Requests
Mrs. Betty Catherine Hatcher is in North Oaks following a fall at home. She broke her leg. Please add her to your prayer list.
Pray for those having surgery this week.
Obituary
James G. Dugar
December 13, 1932 – May 24, 2024
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024 at Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born December 13, 1932, in Boothville, LA and was 91 years of age. He was an avid fisherman, carpenter, and mechanic. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Juanita Klein Dugar; 1 daughter, Wanda Dugar Brumfield (Don); 3 sons, James Gerard Dugar, Jr. (Michele), Dennis Michael Dugar (Carla), and Darrell Paul Dugar; 16 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Marcella Dugar; children, Linda Maria Dugar and Edward Charles Dugar; great-grandchild, Dane Scott Dugar; siblings, Mary Dugar Kelly, Paul Dugar, Ethel Dugar Simoneaux, August Dugar, Edward Dugar, Shirley Dugar Knost, Raymond Dugar. Visitation at St. Helena Catholic Church Hall from 9:00AM until 10:45AM with Funeral Mass at St. Helena Catholic Church at 11:00AM on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite, LA. Friends and family are welcome to gather back at the church hall for food and fellowship. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
We have some good articles to read today. The article about 700 children in VBS in India really caught my eye.
Prayer Focus
Please pray for all the folks from our area who will be vacationing this week. I spoke to several members of our church youth who will be out of town this week due to family trips, mostly to the beach.
OCC Girl’s Workday for OCC
I’m looking forward to having some school-age girls at the fellowship hall Thursday. We will be preparing items for shoeboxes. We will work from 9:00 A.M. to Noon in the fellowship hall.
Read the Bible Every Day
May 27
I Samuel 24:1 – 25:44
Psalm 66:16-20
Proverbs 14:20-22
John 7: 10-29
Invitation
You are invited to FBC, Kentwood to a special service at 5:00 P M. Wednesday. It involves music and a speaker. It is planned for youth, but everyone is invited to attend. Other churches from our area usually bring a group when this special service is scheduled. Please come. BRING YOUR YOUTH!
Thanks so much for your encouragement by reading my humble posts each day.
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