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Louisiana Notables

ON THE MOVE Kyle, wife Rachel, Pieri is the new pastor at White Castle Baptist Church, White Castle. Mickey Alexander is the new pastor of Cedar Baptist Church, Archibald. Andrew Voss has resigned as pastor of Hillcrest Baptist Church, Franklinton. David Barnard is the new worship leader at Philadelphia Baptist Church Horseshoe Drive, Alexandria. David Montgomery has resigned as music minister at First Baptist Church, Livingston. Gary Johnson is the new pastor at Waller Baptist Church, Bossier City. Roy Davis has resigned as pastor of North Shreve Baptist Church, Shreveport. Jason Frazier has resigned as pastor of Woodland Hills Baptist Church, Shreveport. Billy Flowers is the interim pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Vivian. Howard Cole is the interim pastor at Kingston Road Baptist Church, Shreveport. Rick Carter was licensed to the ministry in November by his father Pastor Paul Carter at Conway Baptist Church, Farmerville. REVIVAL Washington Baptist Church, Washington: Revival, Jan. 13-15, 6:30 p.m. nightly. Evangelist: Lyndon Longoria. Music: Brad Mount. Pastor: Louis Charrier . LAGNIAPPE Calvary Baptist Church, Shreveport: Price Harris’ 25th annual Night of Praise, Jan. 13, 6 p.m. … [Read more...]

Four statements you should make to God

By Waylon Bailey, Pastor, FBC Covington Not everyone believes in God and some do not want to believe in God. Those people may never know God, and that’s a bad thing. To know God and to get to spend your life with Him is a good thing. Here are four things I think everyone should say to God. I would encourage you to say these things when you are alone and not distracted. I also would encourage you not to do this frivolously but in great earnestness before God. You probably don’t need any formal way to get this done. Just talk to God like He’s right next to you. He is, and He wants you to know him. He cares for you deeply and wants the best for you for all eternity. Don’t get confused about long-term and short-term. You already know that the two may conflict. God is in it with us for the long-haul. Try saying these four things to God. First, “God, if you are real please make Yourself known to me.” Second, “I am willing to open myself to You on Your terms.” Third, “I’m a little nervous about this conversation. Please let me know I’m on the right track.” Fourth, “please keep me safe in Your presence.” What can you expect if you say these four things to God? First, you can expect that God will … [Read more...]