Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

Hebrews 10:19, NIV

Sunday School Scriptures

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.

Anna Lee

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!

Romans 5:10

Report on Yesterday’s Workday

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.

Anna Lee

But from everlasting to everlasting the LORD’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children.

Psalms 103:17

Obituary

Henry A. Blades

June 1, 1941 – May 28, 2024

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.

Read the Bible Every Day

• May 30
• I Samuel 1:1 – 2:32
• Psalm 68:7-14
• Proverbs 14:29-30
• John 8:21-41

Baptist Press

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New Missionaries

83 New Missionaries Appointed

IMB trustees appoint 83 new missionaries

Prayer Focus

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!

Anna Lee

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.

Read the Bible Every Day

• May 29
• I Samuel 29:1 – 31:13
• Psalm 68:1-6
• Proverbs 14:26-28
• John 8:1-20

Baptist Press

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Special Band and Speaker Tonight

We will have a Christian speaker/comedian who has been at our church a number of times.

First Baptist Church, Kentwood at 5:00 P.M. tonight!

Let your “little light shine” for Jesus today.

Anna Lee

Start children off on the way they should go,

and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

Proverbs 22:6

Read the Bible Every Day

• May 28
• I samuel 26:1 – 28:25
• Psalm 67:1-7
• Proverbs 14:23-25
• John 7:39-53

Baptist Press

Louisiana legislators pass abortion pill legislation; Missionary couple killed in Haiti, police say; Memorial Day story of sacrifice

Prayer Focus

• Please pray for those who have surgeries this week.
• Continue to pray for Mrs. Betty Catherine Hatcher
• Pray for the visitors at church each week.
• Pray for Lorie Roberts as she has foot surgery soon.
• Pray for Judy Dickinson and Judy Fowler as they are overcoming some foot issues that has taken a long time to overcome
• Pray for those who are homebound.

VBS is coming soon, next week.

If you need to register some children, please contact the church office or visit the church web site.

Special Music Tomorrow at FBC, Kentwood

• Special program tomorrow, beginning at 5 P.M.
• No tickets or pre registration required.
• Speaker and a live band
• Bring a friend or car load of friends
• Focus on youth, but open to everyone!

Have a wonderful day! Spread a little Jesus wherever you go.

Anna Lee

And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord.

Luke 1:46

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.

Baptist Press

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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.

Anna Lee

May your father and mother rejoice;may she who gave you birth be joyful!

Proverbs 23:25

Read the Bible Every Day

• May 26
• I Samuel 22:1 – 23:29
• Psalm 66:8-15
• Proverbs 14:17-19
• John 6:60 – 7:9

Obituary

Robert G. “Bob” Barrilleaux, of Roseland, Louisiana, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the age of 78. He was born on December 22, 1945, in Beaumont, Texas, the son of the late Willie Brad Barrilleaux and the late Ethel Ford Barrilleaux Dalton. Bob was a pilot in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Era. He attended SLU and LSU and received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Bob received his master’s degree in environmental engineering from Tennessee Institute of Technology. In his unique fashion, Bob dedicated his master’s thesis to all the Gram-negative bacteria that was essential in his research. In 1978, Bob started his land surveying and engineering business Barrilleaux & Associates which was in operation until 2022. Bob loved flying and was a flight instructor at Hammond Airport for many years. He was also a phenomenal cook and had many coveted personal recipes. Bob lived a full and interesting life always with a thirst for knowledge and a spirit of eccentricity.

Bob is survived by his fiancée, Nita R. Gorrell; sons, Robert Clay Barrilleaux (Marjorie), Robert Justin Ford Barrilleaux, and Robert Blake Barrilleaux (Traci); grandchildren, Robert Alexander, Christina Arianna, Sasha Alana, Robert Oliver, Rys Owen, Eva Laverne, Logan Blake, and Asher Justice Barrilleaux; brother, Clay Joseph Barrilleaux (Ethel); Robert Clay’s mother, Florence Hinkson Wilkie; Robert Justin and Robert Blake’s mother, Keri Harper; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his brother, James Roger Barrilleaux.

Family and friends will be received at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, 2000 N. Morrison Blvd, Hammond, Louisiana 70401 on Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm. 

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 7:30 pm, with Robert Clay Barrilleaux officiating.  In honor of Bob’s 40 years of professional service as an engineer and surveyor, anyone attending that has a professional seal (engineer, lawyer, notary, etc) is invited to place your seal and signature in his register book at the funeral.

At a later date, Bob will be buried at sea according to his wishes.

Prayer List

Please use your personal prayer list today.

Lord’s Day at Your Church

I trust you have plans to attend church at your church of choice. If not, I have a few I can recommend.

“Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.

Exodus 20:12

Baptist Press

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American Missionary Couple Killed in Haiti

https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/may/24/haiti-gangs-us-politician-daughter-killed

Please pray for the work of the couple as they ministered to the people of Haiti.

Pray for the family and friends of this couple.

Pray for the people of Haiti.

Pray for the many Americans around the world who give of themselves to help others.

Update

Bro. Joe Baugh was better yesterday.

Read The Bible Every Day

• May 25
• I Samuel 20:1 – 21:15
• Psalm 66:1-7
• Proverbs 14:15-16
• John 6:41-59

OCC Girls’ Workday

• School age girls
• Mothers may attend to watch/supervise.
• Thursday of next week
• 9 A.M. – Noon
• Fellowship Hall
• Working to prepare items for Shoeboxes

Barbara L. Anthony

September 8, 1954 – May 23, 2024

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024, quietly at home. She was born September 8, 1954 in El Campo, Texas and was 69 years of age. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Mildred Virginia Day

December 3, 1930 – May 24, 2024

Mildred Virginia Day of Tangipahoa, went to be with Jesus on May 24, 2024, at the age of 93. She was born December 3, 1930, on her family’s farm where she resided all of her life. Mildred graduated from Kentwood High School in 1948. Thinking she may become an athletic coach, Mildred attended Southeastern for a while, but returned to the family dairy to care for her parents and the animals. After the loss of her parents, she continued to reside with her dogs on the home site where she was born. She raised baby calves, giving each one special attention and care. She is survived by her extended family, Stewart and Tara LeBlanc, Charlie and Sawyer LeBlanc, who she referred to as “My Boys”, Jim and Linda LeBlanc with whom she lived with 2 years following the loss of her sight and hip surgery. Mildred is survived by multiple cousins. Preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Eva Nettles Day and sister, Catherine Tucker Day (Edwin L. Bobby, Jr.). Friends and family will be received on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 9-11 at Tangipahoa Methodist Church in the Village of Tangipahoa. Funeral Services begin at 11:00AM with Rev. Dr. Michael Townsend officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lighthouse for the Blind. Her extended family wishes to thank the staff of St. Helena Parish Nursing Home and Hospital for their outstanding care. Special thanks to Ronnie Nettles (Marion D.D.), Karl M. Nettles (Deborah), Russell Nettles and Daisy Day Callihan. Interment will be in Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, is in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Have a wonderful day! Invest some of your day in others.

Anna Lee

Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, “Abba, Father.”

Galatians 4:6

Prayer Concerns

Pray for Bro. Joe and “Miss” Barbara Baugh. Upon returning from visiting family, Bro. Joe has had some weakness issues. Pray for them today.

Jade Buckley had surgery a month or so ago. The area was causing pain. Her doctor determined there was an issue with the recent surgery that required an additional surgery. This was done Wednesday afternoon. Taylor was able to be home and with her. Please pray for her, Taylor, and the three children as Momma heals.

Pray for Deanna “Bug” Reynolds Daniels and her dad. He is very sick.

Obituary

John James DePhillips, Jr.

February 24, 1962 – May 21, 2024

John James DePhillips, Jr., passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at his home. He was born February 24, 1962, in Elk Grove Village, Il and was 62 years of age. He was the owner/operator of Pro Flooring. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Ethel Vampran DePhillips; his daughter, Jonte’ DePhillips Duplantier and husband, Cameron; his son, John James DePhillips, III; 2 sisters, Deborah DePhillips and Laura DePhillips; 2 grandchildren, Charlie James Duplantier and Henry Thomas Duplantier. Preceded in death by his parents, John James DePhillips, Sr. and Ann Fiorelli DePhillips; grandparents, John and Laura Fiorelli and Christina and James DePhillips; niece, Dawn Gautier. A private Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Please also pray for those on your personal prayer list.

Read the Bible Every Day

• May 24
• I Samuel 18:1 – 19:24
• Psalm 65:9-13
• Proverbs 14:13-14
• John 6:22-40

Baptist Press

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Coming Soon – OCC Girls Day

The will be an OCC work day for school age girls Thursday of next week. We will work in the fellowship hall from 9:00 A. M. to noon. Adults will be there to supervise, but moms are invited to help their daughters if they choose. The girls will be preparing items for packing in Shoeboxes and in making some items for Shoeboxes.

Thank-you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

What we have received is not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may understand what God has freely given us.

1 Corinthians 2:12

Great Days Can be Tiring

Sometimes we focus on how wonderful a day was without realizing how tiring it was. It may be best to follow a great day with a day of rest or a partial day of rest. Try it. It may be helpful to the rest of your week.

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s focus our prayers on our high school, trade school, and college graduates. Let’s pray they know where the next step in life will lead them. If not, let’s pray they know individuals who can/will lead them in the right direction. Best of all, let’s pray they know Jesus and will allow Him to guide their way in life.

Prayer Concerns

Kathy Wales

Faye Carney’s brother

Nursing Home Residents

Summer Travelers

VBS coming up the first week of June

Those who have recently been baptized

Those considering baptism

Older people who might be tempted to do too much any day, but especially on HOT days

Obituary

Kenneth “Ken” R. Miller

26, 1945 – May 21, 2024

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at The Lodge at Tangi Pines. He was born November 26, 1945 in Amite, LA and was 78 years of age. He was a loving father, pawpaw, and friend to many. He was on the Police Jury at 25 years old. A former owner/operator of Miller’s Grocery for over 25 years. He also retired from Bill Hood Automotive in 2020. He is survived by his daughters, Kattie Davis and husband, Rusty, and Kalani M. Trahan and husband, D.J.; grandchildren, Railen Webre, Rex Webre, Sawyer Davis, and Kai Trahan; sisters, Peggy Trabona and husband, Jerry, Carol Cosgrove and husband, Andy, Liz Davis and husband, Randy, and Sally Cannon  and husband, Gary; brother, Todd Miller and wife, Missy; numerous nieces and nephews who were all special to him. Preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Rita Miller; sisters, Lorraine Singleton, Gloria Milton, and Pat Easley; brother, Larry Miller. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Friday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Services conducted by Bro. Darryl Miller. Interment Killian Chapel, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Read the Bible Every Day

• May 23
• I Samuel 17: 1-58
• Psalm 65:1-8
• Proverbs 14:10-12
• John 6:1-21

Have a great Thursday! Spend enough time inside to not be worn out by the high temperatures of the day. If you see someone who is overdoing it, give them a bottle of water or offer your car or house as a place to cool off for a while. In other words, help take care of your “neighbor” this summer.

Anna Lee