Daily Devotions from Lutheran Hour Ministries
By Pastor Ken Klaus, Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour
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"By His Blood"
October 10, 2013
... And he said to me, "These are the ones coming out of the great tribulation. They have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb." Revelation 7:14bPLEASE NOTE: Today's devotion is filled with powerful images. Adults, please read it over before you share it with anyone who is young. Thank you. Pastor Ken Klaus.
Al-Shabaab is the local al-Qaeda group of militants who attacked the Nairobi mall with grenades and assault rifles.
Although they were intent on accomplishing generalized murder, it appears the terrorists tried to zero in on foreigners and Christians. They did their job well. The dozen-plus members of al-Shabaab managed to slaughter more than 60 unprepared civilians.
This devotion deals with two people who were caught up in that attack. One of those victims is a young lady, a radio personality by the name of Sneha Kothari Mashru. The other is a teenage boy who has not been identified.
Both of these individuals dropped to the floor when the attacks began. Mashru dropped because of the gunfire; the boy fell because he had been fatally shot. In a few moments the lad, surrounded by an ever-widening pool of blood, stopped breathing. That was when Mashru reached into the boy's pocket and took his cell phone. She turned it off so an unexpected ring wouldn't draw the attention of the attackers to her location.
Ms. Mashru couldn't help but notice the phone was covered in blood -- blood which was now on her hands. Normally, she would have cringed at the sight. That day she did something which normally would have been unthinkable. She said, "I took a lot of his blood, (as) much (as) I could and I tried to put it on myself."
Looking back on that day, she added, "I would still love to know who he is and everything, because his blood probably protected me from getting probably more injured or attacked ... or dead."
When I read that story, like you, I couldn't help but think that is what has happened to me. That's what John meant when he wrote in the book of Revelation the blood of Jesus has cleansed me from all sin and my once sinful soul is now made white as snow.
Yes, I know there are differences. That teenaged boy didn't willingly die for someone as did our Savior and when we are cleansed by Jesus' blood it is by the power of the Holy Spirit and not our own doing.
Having said that, it is still a vivid picture of how God's innocent Son shed His blood so we might be protected from the slaughter, being brought about by sin, Satan and death.
Like Ms. Mashru, I also wish I knew the teen's name so I could share it with you, but I am incredibly thankful I have been brought to faith in and know the Name of my Savior who has saved me by His blood.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, far too often I fail to ponder what Jesus had to do so I might be saved. For that I ask Your forgiveness. Now may I give thanks for His sacrifice and the salvation His blood has won for me. In the Name of Jesus I ask it. Amen.
In Christ I remain His servant and yours, 
Pastor Ken Klaus
Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour®
Lutheran Hour Ministries
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WEDNESDAY'S QUESTION: Who was the main guy who was against the rebuilding of the wall around Jerusalem? Sanballat (Nehemiah 4:1-3)
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THURSDAY'S QUESTION: Who was Hanani?
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CALENDAR
Thurs- Fitness Group 5:30; Pastor's mom's birthday
Fri- BIBLE STUDY AT MARV AND MOLLY HENDERSHOT'S HOUSE 7pm
Sat- worship 5pm
Sun- worship 8:30 and 11; Sunday school 9:45
Sat- worship 5pm
Sun- worship 8:30 and 11; Sunday school 9:45
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DON'T FORGET ABOUT FITNESS TONIGHT AT CHURCH At 5:30!!!
Honor God with your body!!!
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BIBLE STUDY AT HENDERSHOT'S AT 7PM!!
Get out there and join them!! It is always a fun time!!
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SERVICE DAY AT ST. JOHN'S SUNDAY OCT. 27 AT NOON!!!
List of projects includes--
At Church---
Cleaning and polishing of pews and altar/communion railing
Cleaning of storage rooms
Minor Repairs around church-- electrical,
Cards to shut ins and soldiers
In Community---
Yard work and Minor repairs at people's homes
Visiting people at nursing homes
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GOOD NEWS CLUB AT REBECCA BOONE NEEDS YOUR HELP!!
Right now there are 15 kids who need healthy snacks. Call Mary Aubuchon at 314-581-5824 to provide some good snacks-- cheese and crackers, fruit, etc. They could also use another helper on Wednesdays from 3-4:15.
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CHRISTMAS PROGRAM ALREADY????
Let's get ready for the Christmas Program! I know we haven't even had Halloween and Thanksgiving yet!!! We have to start on the program now because we only have NINE more Sundays to practice before the December 15th Program. We will be holding the program at the 11am church service. Now if you are a Sunday school age student and wish to be part of the program, please come to Sunday school as much as possible for the next nine weeks.
Besides the traditional songs we will sing as a group we will also be doing the ushering, offering, and readings for the service. Any age students may participate in the background support rolls. We are also looking for students to play their instruments and/or sing a special piece. If you are interested please contact Karin Klaustermeier or Donna Sherman.
Besides the traditional songs we will sing as a group we will also be doing the ushering, offering, and readings for the service. Any age students may participate in the background support rolls. We are also looking for students to play their instruments and/or sing a special piece. If you are interested please contact Karin Klaustermeier or Donna Sherman.
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FAMILY BONFIRE AND HAYRIDE!!!
Come out to the woods for a wonderful, cool crisp, Fall evening of fun!!
Where? Scott and Lani Heitgerd's house 32991 N. Hwy 47 Warrenton
When? Saturday, October 19, 6pm
What will be provided? Hayride, bonfire, hotdogs, chili, marshmallows, etc.
What to bring? lawn chairs, your own beverages, flashlights, and roasting sticks
Who can come? EVERYONE!!! All church members, preschool families, and friends!!
Where? Scott and Lani Heitgerd's house 32991 N. Hwy 47 Warrenton
When? Saturday, October 19, 6pm
What will be provided? Hayride, bonfire, hotdogs, chili, marshmallows, etc.
What to bring? lawn chairs, your own beverages, flashlights, and roasting sticks
Who can come? EVERYONE!!! All church members, preschool families, and friends!!
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POSSIBLE TRIP TO THE CREATION MUSEUM NEXT SPRING OR SUMMER
Hey parents of Sunday School Students!
We have a grand idea to take the kids to the Creation Museum! This would be a trip we would raise the money for the expense. We have a starting fundraiser idea and hope to get matching funds from Thrivent.
Are you interested in having your kids take a learning journey that may be the cornerstone of their faith for the years ahead? Parents are welcome to come along. We are in the early idea stages, but we would take the six hour trip by motor coach to the museum and plan to spend the night near by in order to take advantage of the special tickets you can use two days in a row.
http://creationmuseum.org/assets/layout/museum/logo.gif
We have a grand idea to take the kids to the Creation Museum! This would be a trip we would raise the money for the expense. We have a starting fundraiser idea and hope to get matching funds from Thrivent.
Are you interested in having your kids take a learning journey that may be the cornerstone of their faith for the years ahead? Parents are welcome to come along. We are in the early idea stages, but we would take the six hour trip by motor coach to the museum and plan to spend the night near by in order to take advantage of the special tickets you can use two days in a row.
http://creationmuseum.org/
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
1. For WILMA WEIGLE who is having surgery today.
1. For Lil Winter as she recovers from foot surgery.
2. For, Patty, a friend of Denise Schlesselmann, who has recently been diagnosed with breast caner.
3. For Jennifer, daughter of John and Mary Jo Fahrni, who is recovering from a double mastectomy due to breast cancer.
4. A prayer of thanksgiving for Rick Spiniolas who is "improving" in his battle with pancreatic cancer which is usually unheard of.
2. For, Patty, a friend of Denise Schlesselmann, who has recently been diagnosed with breast caner.
3. For Jennifer, daughter of John and Mary Jo Fahrni, who is recovering from a double mastectomy due to breast cancer.
4. A prayer of thanksgiving for Rick Spiniolas who is "improving" in his battle with pancreatic cancer which is usually unheard of.
5. For DEVYN WOOLF as she was thrown from a horse and the horse stepped on her yesterday. She is at home recovering but is quite battered and bruised.
6. For MARV HENDERSHOT as he recovers from gall bladder surgery.
7. For MICHELLE WOOLF as she is trying new and different medicines to get better from a prolonged illness due to thyroid problems and struggle with chronic fatigue.
8. For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH who is recovering from bladder surgery due to cancer.
PRAYERS FOR OUR SERVICEMEN
I have been compiling a list of servicemen who are members of St John's so that we can pray for them. Below is a list of them and where they are currently stationed. Please note that their stationing changes quickly, so this may not even be up to date, but it is the last known whereabouts that I have of these guys.
Danny Dreyer- Army- 2nd Lieutenant- Ranger, GERMANY
Sam Hargrove- Army- 2 Lieutenant- Ft Rucker, Alabama, will be going through helicopter flight school and other training
David Mincemeyer- Army- Army Specialist- Ft. Carson, CO
Jon Rahn- Navy- Hawaii, not sure of his rank at this time
David Tate- Air Force- 2nd Lieutenant- Jacksonville, Florida
Alex Walters- Navy- E4- Guam
Ryan Woolf- Air Force- Airman 1st Class- Buckley Air Force Base, near Denver, CO
If there are more out there that I just don't know about, please let me know, and I will include him/her on the list.
Also, if you would like your family member or friend included in this list, please reply to this email with all the information!
I have been compiling a list of servicemen who are members of St John's so that we can pray for them. Below is a list of them and where they are currently stationed. Please note that their stationing changes quickly, so this may not even be up to date, but it is the last known whereabouts that I have of these guys.
Danny Dreyer- Army- 2nd Lieutenant- Ranger, GERMANY
Sam Hargrove- Army- 2 Lieutenant- Ft Rucker, Alabama, will be going through helicopter flight school and other training
David Mincemeyer- Army- Army Specialist- Ft. Carson, CO
Jon Rahn- Navy- Hawaii, not sure of his rank at this time
David Tate- Air Force- 2nd Lieutenant- Jacksonville, Florida
Alex Walters- Navy- E4- Guam
Ryan Woolf- Air Force- Airman 1st Class- Buckley Air Force Base, near Denver, CO
If there are more out there that I just don't know about, please let me know, and I will include him/her on the list.
Also, if you would like your family member or friend included in this list, please reply to this email with all the information!
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