DEVOTION:
"Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in that name." 1 Peter 4:16
When something bad happens to us, what do we usually do? We complain, don't we? We like to complain. In fact, there are some about whom it could be said, "He isn't happy unless he's got something to complain about."
That's not what peter tells us to do. he tells us to be different. he tells us to make the most of the opportunity and glorify God in it.
I have known many people who could have complained and had every reason to complain. I've known people who had incurable cancer, parents who had lost a child, many who have lost their jobs or their homes. These people could be bitter, angry, and habitual complainers, but they know that their life doesn't consist in what their time in this world has in store for them. They know that they are saved by grace through faith. They know that Jesus loves them and that makes all the difference.
The Lord encourages you today! he wants you to know that even though you suffer, the Lord is still with you. He is in your presence. he loves you with an eternal love. And one day all suffering will end and you will be in paradise with him. But until then simply know that you are a forgiven child of God and that is enough to get you through the day!
Let us pray: Lord God, I know I am truly blest beyond my own understanding. Help me to quit complaining about all the little things and instead rejoice in your salvation. Amen
TUESDAY'S QUIZ: What message/request did King Zedekiah send, by way of Jehucal, to Jeremiah? "Please pray to the Lord God for us." And then, when Jeremiah wouldn't do it, they told him that he would be put in prison(Good job Pam and Dianne)
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WEDNESDAY'S QUIZ: What did the Babylonians do to Zedekiah when they captured him?
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CALENDAR
Wed- Choir 7pm; Pictures 2-9pm
Thurs- Pics 2-9pm
Fri- Pics 2-9pm
Sat- Sat noon-5pm; worship 5pm
Sun- worship 8:30 and 11; Sunday school 9:45
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ADULT CHOIR STARTS TONIGHT at 7pm!!!
If you are an adult (High school age and older) and you love to sing. We have the perfect opportunity for you to serve the Lord and use your talents!! Call Barb Dreyer at 359-1906 to tell her you want to sing and to get more info! Practice begins Wednesday, August 28 at 7pm in the balcony. _____________________________________________________
PICTURES THIS WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY!!
Make sure you keep your appointments and if you haven't made an appointment call the church office IMMEDIATELY to make one.
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FLOAT TRIP IS LABOR DAY!!!
What better way to celebrate Labor Day than with a 4 mile float down the river! We will meet at the river at 10am! The trip will be through Ozark Outdoors. Please contact Teresa Scott to sign up. tscott@usmo.com, cell 359-5041 or at Schraer H & C at 456-5041. Remember, it is a float not a race.
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CHURCH PICNIC SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8!!
Come out to Mim Dunn's house, 17488 Hickory Lick Rd, for a wonderful time of food, fellowship, and fun! There are hiking trails, a picturesque lake for fishing and canoeing, and much more!
We need help with hauling tables and chairs out there Saturday morning, Sept. 7 and home again Sunday afternoon Sept 8 after the party, and we need a few more pop up canopies for shade and protection from the elements. Call or text me at 359-1061 if you can help!
______________________________________________________________________NEW YEAR OF SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS SEPTEMBER 8!!
Come and experience Rally Day and hear all about God and His love for you! If you haven't been to Sunday school in a while this is your perfect chance to get back into it.
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SUPPORT OUR MISSIONARY DENISE SCHLESSELMANN
She is still in need of about $8,000 (pledged or given) to be able to go!!! Think of how you can support her today and DO IT!!!
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
For STEVE ROBNE as he recovers from his injuries after his bike accident.
For MARVIN HENDERSHOT as he goes through tests and treatments to get his blood sugar under control.
For WILMA WEIGLE as she is having surgery to open her carotid arteries today.
For DAVE CALLIES as he is having knee replacement surgery on Sept 17.
For GREG, a friend of Charlie Figura, who is suffering with MRSA, a rare infection that is untreatable.
For NANCY SPINIOLAS who is having trouble with her thyroid and is also having severe hip and back pain. .
For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH who is recovering from bladder surgery due to cancer.
For RICK SPINIOLAS who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and continues to go through treatment
For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, as he continues to fight a tough battle against cancer.
For TYLER WEST, a little brother of a preschooler, who is going to have to have a third surgery to remove a tumor on his brain. .
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