Tag: Devotional

Friday

“I waited patiently for the Lord,

and He turned to me and heard my cry for help.”

~Psalm 40:1~

Announcement:  The Two Rivers Baptist Associational WMU quarterly meeting has been changed from Monday, June 10th to Monday, June 24th. It will be at New Zion Baptist Church at 4 P.M. Mrs. Janie Wise, state WMU leader, will be the guest speaker. Ya’ll come! Bring a dessert and a friend.

Walker Baptist Church – Youth Funds Stolen

http://www.wbrz.com/news/youth-get-second-chance-at-trip-after-safe-stolen/

VBS:  Today is the last day.  I’m going to miss VBS.  Tonight there will be a VBS program for all members, relatives, and friends of the children to attend.  Later, refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall.  See you at 6:30.

Mrs. Catherine Yarborough is at the Kentwood rehab for a while to have her blood thinner monitored and to help her improve her movements.  Pray for her as she works to get better and get home.  Pray the clot dissolves so she can be treated for A-Fib.

As you continue to pray for Robbie Lynn, thank God Robert Callihan is doing well and has been released from the doctor’s care.

Obituary – Essie Mae Bennett Parnell

http://mckneelys.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2111408&fh_id=10545

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Guarding Hearts”

http://odb.org/

News Article – Catholic journalist dies after delaying cancer treatments for unborn baby

http://www.lifesitenews.com/news/catholic-journalist-dies-after-delaying-cancer-treatments-for-unborn-baby

Missions – “BE His heart, His hands, His voice” 

http://www.imb.org/main/give/page.asp?StoryID=8635&LanguageID=1709&cid=lmcop

Baptist Press 

BPNews.net

I’m praying we get some rain today.  Our garden and our flowers would be happy.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves.

Do what it says.

Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror and,

after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. 

But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it —

not forgetting what they have heard, but doing it —

they will be blessed in what they do.”

~James 1:22-25 NIV~

Pray for Marty Simpson as he meets with the cardiologist today to get the results of yesterday’s tests.

Pray for Melissa Johnson.  She is at Brook’s home and totally dependent on others for help for now.

The mother of another one of my former students passed away.  Pray for the family.

Bonnie Nell Ard

A native of Independence, La. and resident of Montpelier, La., she died on June 4, 2013. She was 72, a retired Bookkeeper with Dykes Dairyman Supplier. Visiting at Montpelier Baptist Church on Thursday, June 6, 2013, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday, June 7, 2013 from 9 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. conducted by Rev. W.S. Manchester. Interment in Montpelier Cemetery. Survivors include her daughter, Karla Ard Rather; sisters, Yvonne Manchester and husband W.S. Manchester, Mary Rose Story, Sue Griffin and husband Rodney Griffin, Sandy Finch and sister-in-law, Maxine Ard; brother, Lynn Ard and wife Genny Ard; grandson, Trey Rather. Preceded in death by sisters, Dorothy Fogg and husband Norman Fogg, BillieJean Love and husband John Love; brothers, Jerry Ard and wife Mary Ard, Lamon Ard, and brother-in-law, Walter Story; father, E.J. Ard and mother, Ruth Ard Campbell. Pallbearers will be Greg Manchester, Mike Ard, Sean Finch, Bradley Davis, Johnny Love, Kenny Story. Honorary pallbearers are Walt Story and Chris Coniglio.

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Leading from the Front” – http://odb.org/

Missions – Continue to pray for Bro. Keith, Rachel, and the rest of their team as they minister in Rwanda.  Than God they were willing to step out of their comfort   zone and follow His lead.

VBS – Day 4 – I’m looking forward to another great day!  God blesses me so much through the children who attend.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“God reigns over the nations;

God is seated on his holy throne.”

~Psalm 47:8~

 

Marty Simpson

Pray for Marty Simpson as he has heart tests done tomorrow 6-5-13.

Thanks,
Marty & Gretchen, Micah & Sarabeth

Pat Hoosier

PLEASE say a prayer for my dad!! He was supposed to start chemo today but his magnesium levels are not going up they are going to run some more test and do a CT scan. They are planning to move his chemo to next week. God has his hand on my hand and I believe it will be okay!! I have faith in him!!!

Melissa Hoosier Liberto

Amber Prine Ragan

We received a good report today from Amber’s doctor at MD Anderson. Blood work results were good, which shows that her body is tolerating the chemo at this time. The MRI shows that Amber is recovering from surgery as expected. She has been experiencing some shooting pains in the area of the surgery over the past week. They feel this is due to nerves that may have been damaged during the surgeryand will heal in time. She is scheduled to return back to Houston in four weeks for another follow-up. If all goes well, they will release her to start seeing an oncologist closer to home. Dr. DeGroot told us that he only knew of one neuro-oncologist in Louisiana and he is located in Baton Rouge. His name is Jon Olsen and he has already agreed to take Amber on as a patient once she is released from MDA. He will be able to manage her chemo treatment and future MRIs. She will still return back to MDA 3-4 times a year for follow-up visits. We are so pleased with the results at this time and we know everything is falling in place from all of your prayers and support (and an awesome medical team). Prayer is powerful and Amber is living proof of that. Please continue to keep my girl in your prayers as she enters her second round of chemotherapy next week.

Love to all….

Kathy (Ree Ree) (Amber’s mother)

Melissa Johnson

Melissa was at the hospital overnight.  Pray she will be strong when they release her.  Pray for her as she will have recovery time and physical therapy to recover from two broken shoulder and surgery.

Missions – VBS – Day 3 at FBC, Kentwood – Time surely passes quickly when you are having fun.  Pray for the older children as Bro. Joey presents the plan of salvation to them today.  Pray for hearts to be open.  Bro. Joey will talk with the ones who makes decisions individually at a later time.  If the children go to another church, he will pass the information on to the pastor of that church.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “More Than Information” – http://odb.org/

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

We have several people still in the hospital.  Take time to pray for each one.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Let the little children come to Me,

and don’t stop them,

because the kingdom of God belongs to such as these,”

~Luke 18:16b~

 

 

Robbie Lynn is setting goals and hoping to be at her home by the weekend.  Keep praying for her and her family.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/robbielynn/journal

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Pressing On”

 http://odb.org/

Baptist Press – 2014 VBS to explore evidence for Jesus

 http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=40435

 

Missions – I’m off to VBS at FBC, Kentwood.  Yeah!   Planning another wonderful day!  How about you?

Anna Lee

Monday

“Give thanks to the LORD! Call upon His name; make known His deeds among the peoples!”

~Psalm 105:1~

VBS Time Change – I reported VBS begins at 8:25, but the bulletin at church yesterday said 8:15.  Please bring your children by 8:15 so they don’t miss out on anything.

Disaster Relief

  • Some friends from West Monroe took an 18-wheeler load of items to Moore, OK yesterday.  I think God for what they did to collect and deliver a load to people in need.  Way to go, Robin and Mike!
  • Bro. Stan and Joe Kelly are on the way to OK with a load of donations from our association.  They planned to spend last night in the Shreveport area and continue their trip today.  Thanks to all who donated through their local churches.

Continue to pray for Robbie Lynn.  Her Caring Bridge site is operational again. http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/robbielynn/journal  Robbie Lynn asks you not to call her room now so she can rest.  She really wants to go home next weekend.

Mrs. Velma Kliesch has been moved to ICU because of pneumonia.  Pray for her and for her family, some of whom are vacationing in Florida.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Wise Words” – http://odb.org/

Family – In case you’ve heard about the massive flooding in Prague and other areas, my family is high and dry. Pray for those who are not so blessed.   Schools, subways, etc. are shut down.

I’m looking forward to sharing Missions at VBS for grades 3-6 this morning.  

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Praise him, you highest heaven and the water above the sky.

Let them praise the name of the Lord because they were created by his command.

He set them in their places forever and ever.

He made it a law that no one can break.”

~Psalm 148:4-6 GW~ 

 

Missions – Bro. Keith and Rachel Rhodes have made it to Rwanda.  Pray for them to make a difference in lives there.

From Paula Splain

Hannah Shockley (Wilkinson) is recuperating at her parents. She went back yesterday for a cast change and checkup. She is in a good deal of pain still so please pray that drs will be able to get her pain under control.

My mom, Velma Kliesch, has been moved from Greensburg to North Oaks. Please continue to pray for her to get better.

We went to see Uncle Harley (Kliesch) at North Oaks. He is a tad bit better. Milton is staying with him.

Devotional –  Our Daily Bread – “Show and Tell” – http://odb.org/

This is the Lord’s Day.  Don’t forget to make Him the center of your day.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“Therefore let everyone who is faithful pray to You at a time that You may be found.”

~Psalm 32:6a~

 

Call to Prayer: Vacation Bible School – http://www.bpnews.net/BPFirstPerson.asp?ID=40427

“VBS doesn’t just happen. It requires enormous work and resources. But most of all it requires enormous prayer. The results are worth it!”

Read this article so you will better know how to pray for VBS.

Missions – Seven States Receiving Southern Baptist Relief – http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=40429

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “I’m Bored” – http://odb.org/

Pray for those people/the needs/the lost close to your heart.

Anna Lee

Friday

“There is no fear in love;

instead, perfect love drives out fear.”

~1 John 4:18a, HCSB~

 

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Fickle Followers” – http://odb.org/

Missions  – “Miracles for Melissa” – http://kidsonmission.org/stories/details.asp?StoryID=11712&LanguageID=1709

If you haven’t prepared for your Sunday School class this week, this would be a good day.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“I sought the Lord,

and he answered me.”

~Psalm 34:4a~

Hannah Shockley Wilkinson got out of surgery about eight last night.  If all goes well, she should be able to go home today.  Keep her in your prayers as she adjusts to daily living with her repaired arm.

Mr. Kenneth Felker has his port now.  Pray it helps him in his future medical treatments.

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Morris both look great!  She looks the picture of perfect health despite the fact she is continuing her medical treatment.  Keep them in your prayers as her treatment continues after they get home.

Pray for Robbie Lynn as she has almost two weeks or recovery time in the hospital.  I’m sure she and her family will be most appreciative for your prayers.

Vacation Bible School begins Monday at FBC, Kentwood.  You can register your child and purchase a t-shirt during office hours today and tomorrow.

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Tragic Flaw” –  http://odb.org/

Missions – Don’t forget to give to help with the Disaster Relief in Oklahoma.

Items needed include garbage bags, wipes, diapers, paper towels, Gatorade, shovels, and gardening masks.

Please do not send clothes yet.  Bottled water is already available in adequate supply.

You can drop your items off at FBC, Amite during office hours.

Thanks for being available to pray for these and other needs on a daily basis.  Your prayers help make a big difference in lives.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted

and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

~Acts 17:27 NIV~

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Peace Be Still” –  http://odb.org/

 Missions  – “All People Have the Same Need” – http://kidsonmission.org/stories/details_nomonitor.asp?StoryID=11711&LanguageID=1709

Thanks so much for praying.

Anna Lee