Great day although a bit warm north of Fulton, MS. We met early to set up all the equipment and get things ready. My projector wasn’t great with not quite enough lumens to really make a difference. People could see but that’s about all. Tomorrow things start a little later so maybe that will help.
There was one profession of faith tonight and that was exciting. A small group of students and the rest the church body in support made up the 80 or so in attendance.
Pray that many will show tomorrow and that any technical glitches will be ironed out before the service.
Thanks,
John

We are headed out today for Golden, MS, just northeast of Tupelo for a Student Conference beginning tomorrow. It’s going to be meeting in a large tent so pray for the weather, the technical aspect (lights and sound) and attendance.
Pray that lives are changed during this crucial time. Pray for my voice. I’ll be doing the worship leading and speaking.
Not sure if I’ll be able to blog due to the remote location. Meeting goes through Wed.
Blessings,
John

It was called “Tuesday Night Together” with this service being the first of 4 meetings each Tuesday of this month. The turnout wasn’t what was hoped for by all concerned but we had a fun night of “friends and music” with those who attended.
Thanks for the prayers. We will rest tonight, here in Moss Point, MS, then head home tomorrow and begin preparations for the upcoming Student Conference in north MS beginning Sunday.
Blessings,
John

Thanks for checking in gang. I know you’ve thought; “Is he ever going to head out for the Work again?” Well, it has been a nice time at home, some rest, some exercise, and a nice Sunday that happened to be my 10th anniversary as Staff Evangelist at Hillcrest. Really nice time with many expressing themselves but it’s our blessing and has been for these years.
We head out today for an overnight event on the gulf coast. Wade Baptist Church, about 30 miles from Moss Point, MS, is having a one night revival service each Tuesday in April so this is the first. I’ll be working with the kids in a simultaneous service.
Thanks for the prayers as we travel,
John

Fun morning this morning at Union Grove Baptist Church just outside of Enterprise. We drove to the church yesterday to move in equipment and set things up then went over for Sunday School and church. I had just about the whole service after all the preliminaries and the people were receptive. Like, seemingly, many of our services, there was no response at the invitation but we know His Word doesn’t return void and I am thankful for the opportunity to be used.

This week will be spent in preparation for the uncoming schedule! Thanks for the prayers,
John

It was a good day. Small, sweet fellowship. We had 38 in Sunday School today with quite a few more joining in worship. A little movement during the invitation was a blessing to see but many more mentioned how something I did in the midst of the service spoke to them so; to God be the glory!
The church set up chairs 90 chairs in their fellowship hall having invited other churches to the concert tonight. Good thing they did. There were 143 counted at one point. Lots of kids were brought and many adults without kids came on in support so it was a lot of fun.
Tomorrow I head home for a couple of weeks. Much needed rest and time at home. I’m looking forward to it!
Thanks for the prayers as I travel.
Blessings,
John

Well, I pulled out of Yazoo at 2 p.m. to head to Forest, MS. I arrived at the hotel at 3:45, got checked in and headed out to the church to set up. Had a double set up. That doesn’t happen often and I’m kinda thankful. I set up for the morning service in the sanctuary with one set up and did a separate set in the fellowship hall. It will seat more and since they’ve asked area churches to join in for the concert tomorrow night. Thus the need for two set ups.
I appreciate the prayers. I’m tired. Been on the road for almost 2 weeks and starting to wear just a bit. I’ll keep you informed.
Blessings,
JOhn

This morning the plan is to get my things together and just visit. Of course we’ll watch a little basketball (particularly KY. Dad, born and raised there is a big fan) then I will pull out after lunch for Forest, MS, where I will be setting up for tomorrow’s services.

Thanks for keeping up with us!
John

It’s been a day of getting things done for the parents today. Dad’s fence needed repairing, a drainage ditch cleared, and errands run. It’s 3 p.m. and it’s been completed, PTL!
I will complete my prep work for Sunday as well as for upcoming events.
Blessings,
John

It was a good night and I appreciate the prayers. I did the entire service tonight and many responded during the invitation and I am so grateful for your prayers and encouragement.
I’ve loaded and arrived back at the place I’m staying. Tomorrow I will head to Yazoo City for a couple of days to check in on parents and do the odd jobs that come with the visit then on Saturday I will head to Forest, MS, to set up for Sundays events where I will be speaking in the a.m. service and doing a concert in the evening.
Patty has been in San Antonio ministering to my brother’s wife helping her recover from surgery. She will fly out tomorrow morning back to Panama City where a friend is scheduled to pick her up and get her home. Your prayers on her behalf would be appreciated.
Blessings,
John