DEVOTION: Luke 17:11-19 (ESV)
"Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers"
11 On the way to Jerusalem he was passing along between Samaria and Galilee. 12 And as he entered a village, he was met by ten lepers,[a] who stood at a distance 13 and lifted up their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us." 14 When he saw them he said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." And as they went they were cleansed. 15 Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; 16 and he fell on his face at Jesus' feet, giving him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. 17 Then Jesus answered, "Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine? 18 Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?" 19 And he said to him, "Rise and go your way; your faith has made you well."
We might think that this passage is some sort of moral lesson about being thankful. We like people who are thankful. it is a good virtue to be thankful. But that's not what this lesson is about. It is about faith.
You see, when a person has faith in Christ, as did the Samaritan, he is able to act out in faith. He is able to go back and thank Jesus for what he had done. He is able to see what the Lord has done and respond IN FAITH.
When you have faith, you WILL respond accordingly. That is why Jesus says, "You faith has made you well". Jesus isn't talking as much about his physical wellness as he is his spiritual wellness. He is talking about how it is well with his soul.
Your faith has made you well too. Your faith has brought you the peace that passes all understanding. Your faith has brought you into a right relationship with God. Your faith has taken you from sin and death to eternal life with Jesus! Your faith has brought you to a place where you can praise and thank Jesus for all he has done.
I urge you, as a brother in Christ, to live by faith. LIVE BY FAITH and you will praise and thank him, not only on Sunday morning or Saturday night, but every day of your life with your words and actions.
Let us pray: Lord, help me to live by faith so that it may be well with my soul. Amen.
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CALENDAR
Thurs- Alzheimers Support Group 1pm; Karate 6-7:30; Lutheranism 101 6:30pm
Fri- Marilyn leaves for vacation
Sat- Worship 5pm
Sun- Worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; Chapel 11; Youth Bible Study w/ Kelsey noon; Elder's meeting noon
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WORSHIP WORKERS FOR THIS COMING WEEKEND:
Acolyte- 8:30- Nova Luebke 11- Kalene Masters
Ushers- Allan Dreyer, Lew Feldkamp, Kent Jacobsmeyer, Paul Klover
Altar- Set up- Lucille Luebke ; Clean Up- Joanne Hachtel
Elders- Sat- Steve Robine; 8:30- John Hachtel; 11- Dave Winter
Greeters- 8:30- John and Anna Hoenig; 11- Joan Sexton
Lay Readers- Sat- Judy Koprowski 8:30- Steve McDowell; 11- Christine Winn
Piano- Sat- Kathy Barrow
Organist- Rachel Fisher
Projectionists: Sat- Perricone; 8:30- Yoder
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: What is the Feast of Purim?
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"Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers"
11 On the way to Jerusalem he was passing along between Samaria and Galilee. 12 And as he entered a village, he was met by ten lepers,[a] who stood at a distance 13 and lifted up their voices, saying, "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us." 14 When he saw them he said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." And as they went they were cleansed. 15 Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; 16 and he fell on his face at Jesus' feet, giving him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. 17 Then Jesus answered, "Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine? 18 Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?" 19 And he said to him, "Rise and go your way; your faith has made you well."
We might think that this passage is some sort of moral lesson about being thankful. We like people who are thankful. it is a good virtue to be thankful. But that's not what this lesson is about. It is about faith.
You see, when a person has faith in Christ, as did the Samaritan, he is able to act out in faith. He is able to go back and thank Jesus for what he had done. He is able to see what the Lord has done and respond IN FAITH.
When you have faith, you WILL respond accordingly. That is why Jesus says, "You faith has made you well". Jesus isn't talking as much about his physical wellness as he is his spiritual wellness. He is talking about how it is well with his soul.
Your faith has made you well too. Your faith has brought you the peace that passes all understanding. Your faith has brought you into a right relationship with God. Your faith has taken you from sin and death to eternal life with Jesus! Your faith has brought you to a place where you can praise and thank Jesus for all he has done.
I urge you, as a brother in Christ, to live by faith. LIVE BY FAITH and you will praise and thank him, not only on Sunday morning or Saturday night, but every day of your life with your words and actions.
Let us pray: Lord, help me to live by faith so that it may be well with my soul. Amen.
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CALENDAR
Thurs- Alzheimers Support Group 1pm; Karate 6-7:30; Lutheranism 101 6:30pm
Fri- Marilyn leaves for vacation
Sat- Worship 5pm
Sun- Worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; Chapel 11; Youth Bible Study w/ Kelsey noon; Elder's meeting noon
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WORSHIP WORKERS FOR THIS COMING WEEKEND:
Acolyte- 8:30- Nova Luebke 11- Kalene Masters
Ushers- Allan Dreyer, Lew Feldkamp, Kent Jacobsmeyer, Paul Klover
Altar- Set up- Lucille Luebke ; Clean Up- Joanne Hachtel
Elders- Sat- Steve Robine; 8:30- John Hachtel; 11- Dave Winter
Greeters- 8:30- John and Anna Hoenig; 11- Joan Sexton
Lay Readers- Sat- Judy Koprowski 8:30- Steve McDowell; 11- Christine Winn
Piano- Sat- Kathy Barrow
Organist- Rachel Fisher
Projectionists: Sat- Perricone; 8:30- Yoder
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: What is the Feast of Purim?
Must be the week of Esther, since this relates to her. Anyways.... Purim does not mean "pure rum" in Hebrew. I know, I know. It sure sounds like it, which is why many a teen-ager – and oldie – has been eager to hop on board the "pure rum" train, and said, "Heck yea! I'll celebrate that!"
No, Purim is the celebration of the Jews – who were living in Persia – being delivered from Haman, who was planning to kill all of them. Haman was an adviser to the king, and he hated the snot out of Mordecai, because 1) he didn't want to share the king's favor and 2) Mordecai refused to bow down to him. So, he hatched this sneaky plot to kill all the Jews – just so he could get rid of his rival. Little did he know, but Esther – who the king loved and had made his queen – was secretly a Jew. So, when she revealed it to the king, he had to either kill her too, or rescind the entire decree – which is what he did. And, instead of offing the Jews, the king executed Haman. (Karma's a B!) Ain't love grand? Anyway – if any of you are interested – here's what a Jewish site has to say:
They even tell you how to make the special cookies that are served on this holiday, so start baking!
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Today's QUIZ: Who was Artaxerxes?
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NEWS!!!!
ANNUAL VENDOR FAIR, BAKE SALE, AND LUNCHEON IS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 9am-2pm!
Vendors should reserve their table through the church office 456-2888. Tables rent for $25 and checks should be made payable to St. John's Ladies Aid.
Vendors already signed up are:
Pampered Chef
Avon
Scentsy
Thirty One
Primitive Crafts
Finger Puppets and Animal nets
Jewelry
American Girl Doll Clothes
Luncheon will be hot dogs, chili, and pie
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HIGH SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY WILL MEET AT DAIRY QUEEN AT 12:15 THIS SUNDAY!!
Come to church at 11 and then head over to DQ for lunch! The topic will be "Debunking Evolution"!! Bring money for lunch!
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OPERATION BACKPACK ITEMS COLLECTED FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER ARE CANNED VEGETABLES
Any size can, and any kind of vegetable is appreciated. Place them in the receptacle marked "Backpack Blessings" in the narthex.
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SCRIP ORDERS ARE ALWAYS PLACED ON THE FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH!!
You can place your orders anytime before that! Order forms are on the counter in the narthex or you can get them in Marilyn's office. If you want another retailer on the list let Marilyn know!
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AGAPE DONATIONS ALWAYS ACCEPTED!!
Any nonperishable food items, diapers, toiletries, etc.!!
Perishable food items can be taken directly to Agape at 713 Powell St. in Warrenton. Call 456-4645 to find out when they're open or for more info.
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QUILTERS DESPERATELY NEEDED!!!
Due to several illnesses, injuries, and people moving away there is a great need for more quilters!! Experience is helpful but not necessary. They meet 9-2 on Tuesdays.
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QUILT RAFFLE TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR $1 EACH OR 6 for $5!!
Call the church office to reserve them or come by and purchase them! The quilt will be awarded on November 5 at 2pm at the Ladies Aid Vendor Fair and Luncheon!!
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YOUR KROGER CARD CAN EARN MONEY FOR LITTLE LAMBS
Go to www.kroger.com/communityawards and register your card today!!
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LUTHERANISM 101 IS STILL GOING ON! WE MEET AT 6:30pm ON THURSDAYS!
Come and learn everything there is to know about your Christian faith, or get a refresher for the things you think you know!
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GENERAL PRAYER
For BOB RUHL as he continues to struggle greatly to get better. He is still in New Florence Care Center.
For LOIS BOEGER'S MOM, who has been placed on hospice care due to cancer. She is at home.
For DENNIS PERREY, who is recovering at home from a very serious tractor and brush hog accident. He has 6 broken ribs, both lungs were punctured and, 2 vertebrae were cracked.
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