Super Bowl Party and Prayer Requests

Hey Everybody!! Just wanted to remind everybody that Scott and Alison have been so kind to host a Super Bowl party for our Life Group. It looks like the game starts at about 5:25 so they said we could start arriving some time around five. They live at 785 Eastern Hills in Greenwood. Scott and Alison said that they would provide a sandwich tray so the rest of us can bring other good football game eats and drinks.

I also wanted to ask everybody to pray for the Outdoor Sportsman Banquet that is Saturday afternoon. I pray that many decisions to follow Christ are made.

One last thing--When I was at the basketball game tonight JT Williams had what appears to be a massive heart attack. They performed CPR for about 15-20 minutes and ended up doing a tracheotomy before he left in the ambulance. We later heard that he did have a pulse at the hospital---so just pray for him and the family. For you that might not know --JT is Brent Williams dad. Brent passed away suddenly last year while riding his bicycle. Their family has been through a lot so just lift them up in prayer. I look forward to seeing everybody either tomorrow at the banquet or at church on Sunday.

John Ciesla

Shelli's Parents

We need to pray for Shelli's mom and dad . They are going through a tough time right now . I am not sure if they want everybody to know what is going on . We need to pray that God will help them with their needs .


God Answers Prayers,

Jackie Dolan

Prayer Request...

We need to pray for Abby Short. She has a tumor in her abdomen and is in some pretty intense pain, but the meds are helping. We need to pray that she can endure a little longer with the pain (until Thursday). Pray for her fears about the whole procedure to be minimal. Brett said, "We know that God is in control." He thanks you for your prayers and your concerns.

In Him,

Philip

JH Carter

We need to pray for Dena 's uncle who just found out he has cancer . He is 70 years old or close to that . He his a wonderful guy who has served the Lord for more than most of his life . He has been the pastor of his church in Paris for more than 35 years ( i think he his getting close to 40 years ) . The doctors told him something else would probably get him before the cancer ,that still does not make it any easier . Thank You All For Your Prayers .


God Is Wonderful

Jackie Dolan

Braden Beshears

Braden Beshears, the 12 year old son of Kevin and Tiffany Beshears, has been having tests run. These tests have come back indicating he has lymphoma. Kevin and Tiffany are meeting with doctors and waiting to hear from Little Rock about further results. Please pray for this family as they wait for answers.

new prayer requests!

Please add the Darr kiddos to your prayer list!
- Morgan has been having asthma difficulties
-Lizzie Kate has the stomach bug that's going around
Angie Floyd - Philips co-worker is having gall bladder surgery tomorrow

Keep Drew Holland in your prayers...

This is the little two-year old boy that has just been diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL). The website for you to keep up to date on his condition is http://caringbridge.org/visit/drewholland. Please keep him, his parents Laura and Jeremy in your prayers.

Thanks,

Philip

Prayer Requests for week of 18 Jan 2009

John said something in class today that got me to thinking about praises and prayer requests. I think sometimes we too often focus on the bad things happening in our lives and we forget to praise God for the little things. So I'll start off with the praises this week and then move on to the prayer requests.

PRAISES

Jebs Parents - Joined Grand Ave Baptist.

Troy - Recieved a good report on all tests

Jill - Mother of one of Mason Baldwins friends, Cancer Free

Baldwin Family - No illnesses at the Baldwin Household

Doug Russell - Joined FBC today

Now, I hope I didn't give the impression that I didn't think prayer requests were not important. If you remember, John also said that we should ask God for our needs and to be specific. So, here are the prayer requests.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Baldwin Family - Decision to sell their home

Jeb - Possible deployment

Valeries Father

Joe Holland - Traci Durens Dad

Susie Butler - Biopsy sent to Mayo clinic for further testing.

Jeremy and Laura - 2 year old son Drew diagnosed with leukemia.

Williams Family

Outdoor Sportsmans Banquet - Pray that lost men will attend and hear the word of God

Ann's friend - miscarriage

President Elect Obama - (1 Tim 2:1-2)

Our Class and each other - Take time to encourage and pray for each other during the week.

Special thanks to Philip and Kelley for opening their home for the Sunday night home group. If you haven't been able to attend, there is still one more chance to get in on a great study.

Hope everyone has a great week!

-Mike

Prayer Requests for the week

Sorry for the delay in getting the prayer request posted for this week.

Marvins Dad - back and bladder surgery
Aaron - Aimee Brinkley's brother, hurt his back
Lavanda - Tim Brinkley's Grandmother...Hip Replacement
Libby - Andria's Mom
Susie Butler - Biopsy
John's Mom
Verva - Michelle's Grandmother...health problems
T.J. Mackenzie - Death of her son
Stan Robinson - Travis Robinsons brother...Health problems
Mack - Philips Uncle
Our Class - Continually pray for each other!
Outdoor Sportsmans Banquet...Pray that many men will be saved! Statistics show that if you reach the heart of a lost man, you will reach the hearts of his entire family!

Hope everyone is having a great week!

Mike

Prayer Request

I saw Marvin Duren at a restaurant the other evening. He said to put his father on the prayer list. His father has been needing to have back surgery, but has now come down with a problem with his bladder that will need surgical attention. This will also delay his back surgery. Please keep him in your prayers.

God Bless,

Philip

Praise Report!!!

I just got off the phone with my Uncle Mack. He is now home! It is hard to believe, but prayer does work. He will still have some tests to take, but he is at least home where he wants to be. Keep Mack in your prayers.

Keep praying! God listens.

James 5:16 (King James Version)
16Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Prayer Requests...

Keep my niece Kristin in your prayers. This week they were practicing softball in the gym. They use a metal pipe to work on hitting for some reason. Well, one of the girls that was swinging the pipe accidentally let go and hit my niece right between the eyes. She required stitches and broke her nose. She is having surgery next Monday to reset her nose. She will have to wear a cast for about a week.

Also, a co-worker of mine is about to lose his brother to cancer. Please keep the Glenn family in your prayers.

Thanks,

Philip

I hope everyone had a great Monday!



I wanted to remind everybody that we will be starting our "One Month to Live" home group this Sunday (Jan. 11) at Phillip and Kelley's house. I know that I speak for everyone when I say "thank you" for opening your home to our group. Here are a few things that might be good for you to know:

1. It will start at 6:00 p.m. @ the Darr's --1126 Forrest Parkway

2. Childcare will be provided at the church from 5:45-7:15--If you need childcare please let Gina know by calling 996-2166

3. If you need to purchase a book they are ten dollars and available to order at the church office---If you don't have yours yet don't let it discourage you from coming.

4. We decided that we will make it potluck each Sunday5. We will meet on the 11th, 18th, and 25th



Also, we decided Sunday to volunteer our Life Group to participate in 10 days of Blessings in celebration of Bro. Ronnie's 10 years of service at First Baptist Greenwood. I will call the church office and let see what dates are still available between Jan. 19-28th and get back in touch.



As I read through this blog--It is wonderful to see God at work in our class. We have already seen so many prayers answered. I want everyone to know how truly blessed my family is to be a part of such a wonderful group of people and a member of a church that is alive. I want to thank Jackie and Dena for hosting the New Year's get together and to Jessie and Michelle for all they do in organizing our monthly socials.



I also want to take a few minutes to publicly apologize to Jackie and Jeb for oversleeping and missing our morning workout last week. I'm sorry that I let you down and that you had to eat biscuits and gravy at Alice's.



John

Prayer Requests from Yesterday...

The following prayer requests were mentioned yesterday when we met...

• Troy Gaston will be going to Houston for his checkup on January 12th.
• Pray for Shelli Baldwin who has not been feeling well.
• Mike Francis has not been feeling well. I believe he has had sinus issues.
• Morgan is out of school today. She has throat and ear infections.
• Pray for Johnny McLellan . He has been having issues with his back.
• Keep my Uncle Mack in your prayers. He has been very frail. He also wants to go home, so he is going through that issue as well.
• Shannon Short Family. Pray for them in their loss.

For those that were not in class this Sunday...you were missed.

Thanks,

Philip

Prayer Request

My cousin, Tony McKenzie, passed away today. Many of you will remember his sister, Robin White, who passed away in 2007. Tony had been very sick for quite some time and was even unable to attend Robin's funeral due to his illness. Tony and Robin are the only children of my mom's cousin T.J. McKenzie and her husband, Dennis, so this is an extremely difficult time for them. They are really great people, and T.J. , my mom, and my aunt are very close.

Also, T.J.'s sister, Patty, has been very sick. The family was told before Christmas that she will not live much longer. In fact, she was not supposed to make it through the holidays. Patty is a very special person and the last of T.J.'s immediate family besides her husband.

Please pray for our family and especially T.J. and Dennis.

Thank you all!!
Andria