Daily Devotions from Lutheran Hour Ministries
By Pastor Ken Klaus, Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour
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"To Give His Life"
June 25, 2013
(Jesus said) "... the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many." Matthew 20:28bMichael Patterson is a man who does good deeds.
A month ago Patterson came to the aid of some people who were hurt in an SUV and tractor-trailer accident. Two weeks ago he was at Georgia's Euharlee Creek when he saw a four-year-old child get pulled under. Those who were there say the 43-year-old Patterson immediately dove off the dam to save the child.
The water into which Patterson dove was less than six feet deep. He broke his neck in three places, severed his spine, and was paralyzed. It was a terrible tragedy for a man who had just started a new job as a contractor and doesn't yet have insurance.
But that, my friends, is not the end of the story. There is more.
Somehow, and nobody knows just how, Patterson was able to save the girl. According to reports, the child was at the bottom of the water and somebody pushed her up. At that moment there was only one person in the water: Michael Patterson.
A miracle? Possibly. I don't know. On the other hand, I do know that a man gave himself and his future to save a child.
Patterson's sacrifice makes us mindful of what the Savior has done for all of us. Like that girl, we also had been dragged under. In our case sin had grabbed hold of us and our eternal death was certain. Seeing our helpless condition, Jesus came into this world to bring about our rescue.
His was an action that took Him to the cross, which had Him give Himself and His future to save and offer salvation to all of humanity.
Yes, there are some similarities between the stories, and there are some differences. The biggest of those differences is this if Patterson had known the shallowness of the water into which he was diving, he would have done something different. In order to save the girl and himself, he might have jumped feet first into the water, or he might have gone to a different spot.
In contrast to Mr. Patterson, we have the sacrifice made by our Savior who knew exactly what He was doing. Promises had been given and prophesies had been made about His life. Before Jesus was ever born in Bethlehem He knew His life would end up on the cross. Between His birth, death and resurrection, He was fully aware He would be rejected and unwanted.
Even so, Jesus jumped in to save us. In so doing He has done that which was humanly impossible: He has defeated death, the devil and sin.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, we give thanks for men of courage and commitment like Michael Patterson. Bless and be with this man who has made a great sacrifice for someone else. Most of all we rejoice in the Savior whose sacrifice is unique in human history. May we always be grateful for all Jesus has done to rescue us from the forces of evil. In His Name we pray. 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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LAST QUIZ: What did Jehu do to Baal worship? (From Dianne Hance)2 Kings 10:23 -25 Jehu & Jehonadab the son of Recab went into the tmple of Baal. Jehu said to the ministers of Baal,
Look around and see that no servants of the Lord are here with you--only ministers of Baal. They went in to do the burnt offerings. As soon as Jehu had finished making the burnt offering, he ordered the guards and officers to go and kill the men. So they were cut down with the sword. The bodies were thrown out. Then they entered the temples of Baal and brought the sacred stone out of the temple and burned it. They demolished the sacred stone of Baal and tore down the temple of Baal, and people have used it for a latrine to this day!
(From Pam Bueltmann) They brought the sacred stone out of the temple of Baal and burned it. They demolished the sacred stone of Baal and tore down the temple of Baal and people have used it for a latrine to this day. So Jehu destroyed Baal worship in Israel.
Both very good answers! Way to go ladies!
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TUESDAY'S QUIZ: Where was the prophet Micah from?
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CALENDAR
Little Lambs Summer Camp All week 9-noon
Tues- Quilters 9-2; Bible Study 11:30-12:15
Fri- Assemble newsletters
Sat- worship 5pm
Sun- Youth and Adult Leaders leave for San Antonio 5am; worship 8:30; Sunday School 9:15; Worship 11am
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Just a reminder VBS at St. John's Lutheran Church is Monday, July 8th - 12th from 5:30-8pm with kid friendly dinners being served each evening before hand. Totally free to our friends and members. Lots and lots of fun planned for the week.
Also, looking for jr. high, high school and adult volunteers and food donations for the meals and snacks. The food master list will be in the back of church (the narthex)this weekend. Thanks in advance for your love and support to make this possible.
Call or text KARIN KLAUSTERMEIER at 314-691-7283 or CHRISTY WINN at 314-479-5543 to VOLUNTEER!
Let's break last year's record and get over 100 kids here!
Also, looking for jr. high, high school and adult volunteers and food donations for the meals and snacks. The food master list will be in the back of church (the narthex)this weekend. Thanks in advance for your love and support to make this possible.
Call or text KARIN KLAUSTERMEIER at 314-691-7283 or CHRISTY WINN at 314-479-5543 to VOLUNTEER!
Let's break last year's record and get over 100 kids here!
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SPECIAL SENDING SERVICE FOR ALL NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING PARTICIPANTS AND FAMILY AT SATURDAY SERVICE 5pm.
All youth and parents who are going to the gathering should be there!
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PASTOR PRINCE WILL BE HERE TO PREACH SUNDAY MORNING
He will also be continuing the Bible Study on Mormonism that didn't get finished when he was here on the 16th.
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Summer Sunday School will be 9:45am -10:45am with Mrs. KLAUSTERMEIER this Sunday!
This Sunday they will be talking about the fruit of the Spirit that is KINDNESS!
Like last year with a fun mini VBS type theme.
We will be doing the Fruits of the Spirit Galatians 5:22-23
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance (patience), kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Parents do you see a quality you would like your child(ren) to have more of. Come join us for some fun lessons, games, and snacks.
We will meet in the preschool room the whole time.
Also I will take any big kid helpers who want to show up too!!!
We will be doing the Fruits of the Spirit Galatians 5:22-23
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance (patience), kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Parents do you see a quality you would like your child(ren) to have more of. Come join us for some fun lessons, games, and snacks.
We will meet in the preschool room the whole time.
Also I will take any big kid helpers who want to show up too!!!
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NEXT MEN'S BREAKFAST HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, JULY 13 AT 8am!!
Rich Boeger, Steve Robine, Kent Jacobsmeyer, and Dave Callies will be our cooks!
Come and enjoy a hearty breakfast, fellowship, and Bible Study as we grow together as men in the faith! We would like to get a good head count of who will be there, so please RSVP by replying to this email! Thanks!
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LITTLE LAMBS SUMMER CAMP
Our Little Lambs is offering four week long summer camps this summer for 3-5 year olds. You may call the church office this week for more info or to register!! Call 456-2888 for more info!!
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GOLF OUTING (4 person scramble) TO SUPPORT LITTLE LAMBS IS SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY MORNING AUGUST 10th.
$60 per person includes- 2 mulligans, Special hole contests, Cash prizes by flight, Lunch with pork steaks and sides.
7am- Registration begins
8am- Shotgun start
1pm Lunch and awards
$15 per person for Lunch only
Hole Sponsorship (tee box sign) $50 per hole
Entry flyers with all of the details are available in the narthex or the office!!
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
For CIERRA FIGURA as she continues to be sick with a high fever.
For JEANETTE KOEHLER who is hospitalized for the fifth time because of an infectious sore on her leg.
For CAROL KOHRS hospitalized because of complications due to pain medication.
For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH who is recovering from bladder surgery due to cancer.
For OUR YOUTH AND ADULT LEADERS as 22 OF US go to San Antonio for the National Youth Gathering on Sunday morning.
For OUR LWML Lutheran Women's Missionary League in the LCMS (Ladies Aid) as they meet in convention this week, and for safe travels for Coleen Bottorff as she travels to and from the convention.
For BONNIE FRENZIA who is recovering from knee surgery and is doing well.
For JESSE ULERY as he is suffering from a very painful muscle strain.
For RICK SPINIOLAS who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and will be beginning chemotherapy on Monday.
For NANCY SPINIOLAS, his wife, who is dealing with severe back pain due to many years of using an artificial leg.
For DOMINIC GENTILE, a friend to many at church and in the community, who is suffering with brain cancer and is recovering from surgery.
For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, and Pat King's cousin on your prayers today as well. .
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!
Pray for these guys. Some of these guys are in harm's way right now, others are training to put themselves in harm's way. All of them have volunteered to serve and protect their country (which is you).
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