Brewton, Alabama

"Mission at the Cross" Laurel, Mississippi

     If your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell.
Matthew 5:29, 30

             Monday December 24 th ~     Began this week at "Salem Heights Baptist Church" in Laurel, Mississippi.

     Joined a group who traditionally take a Rib Eye Roast Christmas Eve Meal to the "Mission at the Cross" in town.

          Tuesday December 25 th ~

     Over to the "Mission" for their "Family Christmas Lunch" where I enjoyed the opportunity to share a bit in song and message.

          Wednesday December 26 th ~

     Sang at the "Lynnwood" assisted living facility in Laurel. Then crossed into Alabama and hooked up with friends at the "Dogwood Hills Assembly of God Church" in Brewton.

          Thursday December 27 th ~

     Breakfast with my friend Tommy and a new one, Kermit.

     Kermit was 43 years old when; while cooling down in a pond, an alligator bit off his right arm.

     He says up until then he was hard headed and hard hearted. His step daughter had recently ordered a Bible for him which arrived the morning of the incident. When she saw him at the hospital he says, "I did not hesitate to ask Jesus to forgive me of my sins and be Lord of my life".

     He now says. "Even though it cost me my right arm, I can truthfully say that I consider the alligator incident to be a blessing, otherwise I would have continued on that day and perhaps never have come to grips with my eternal destiny".

          Friday December 28 th ~

     Yesterday, after our lovely visit, there was just enough time to get over to "Country Place Senior Living" to minister.

          Saturday December 29 th ~

     A day off.

          Sunday December 30 th ~

     Attended services at "Dogwood Hills" where I enjoyed the honor of sharing during the sermon time in song, testimony and message. Then lunch with the couple (Sarah & Tom) who gave me the camper van four and a half years ago.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God

Guard, Guide And Direct You.

In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

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Laurel, Mississippi

"Salem Heights Baptist Church" Laurel, Mississippi

      For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David's throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the LORD Almighty will accomplish this.
Isaiah 9:6, 7

             Monday December 17 th ~     Settled in at "Salem Heights Baptist" near Laurel, Mississippi.

     For a few years now I've spent Christmas week here enjoying a nice place to park, fellowship and minister.

          Tuesday December 18 th ~

     Sang at the "Care Center of Laurel". Then enjoyed participating in the Senior Luncheon back at the church.

          Wednesday December 19 th ~

     Ministered at the "Laurelwood" nursing home in town.

     Later, shared a couple of songs during mid-week services back at Salem Heights.

          Thursday December 20 th ~

     Shared with folks at the "Comfort Care Nursing Center" in Laurel.

     Joined the staff back at the church for their "Family Christmas Meal". Ate too much catfish.

          Friday December 21 st ~

     It's my Birthday! Made it to sixty-three, so far.

     Joined some men for breakfast who are involved with the Gideon organization.

          Saturday December 22 nd ~

     Day of rest.

          Sunday December 23 rd ~

     Attended morning and evening services here at Salem Heights.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God

Guard, Guide And Direct You.

In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

To Donate (Love Offering) Click Here

Laurel, Mississippi

"LaSalle Nursing Home" Jena, Louisiana

       And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.
Luke 2:8-10

             Monday December 10 th ~

     Shared with about forty men at the "Teen Challenge" near Dodson, Louisiana. Showed the "My Journey Through Israel" video. Sang a medley of gospel songs. Testimony about the ministry. The guys sang along with "Jingle Bells". Then we had some question & answer time. Ended with the song "Do The Best You Can" and my One-Minute-Sermon.

          Tuesday December 11 th ~

     Sang at the "Wyatt Manor" nearby. This facility houses patient's of all ages dealing with mental issues.

          Wednesday December 12 th ~

     Ministered for folks at the old "Winnfield Nursing & Rehab" facility in the next town over.

     The associate pastor here in Dodson had arranged for me to share at "Friendship Baptist" in Sikes, Louisiana for a lovely group of country folks. Did something similar to our time at "Teen Challenge".

          Thursday December 13 th ~

     A rainy day.

          Friday December 14 th ~

     Back on the road headed east. Stopped in Jena, Louisiana and sang for a bunch before a group of children arrived to sing Christmas songs. Cute!

          Saturday December 15 th ~

     A day of rest.

          Sunday December 16 th ~

     Having crossed into Mississippi, I drove on to "Salem Heights Baptist" near Laurel, Mississippi. These folks give me a place to park & plug-in as well as keys, to access their shower.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God

Guard, Guide And Direct You.

In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

To Donate (Love Offering) Click Here