DEVOTION:(Jesus said) "What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will instead of a fish give him a serpent; or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the Heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!" Luke 11:11-13
The questions Jesus asked in the passage above are known as rhetorical questions.
My high school English professor told me a rhetorical question was one which had an answer that was so obvious it didn't need a reply. If you reread that passage, you will almost automatically find yourself saying, "No father would ever do such a thing. Not never. No how."
This past week I saw a video that made me think Jesus' questions weren't as rhetorical as I had once thought.
The video was of a fellow attending a Dodgers-Marlins game. A fly ball was hit in his direction and he tried to catch it. Now there's nothing wrong with that. The wrong part comes when you realize he was holding his little girl. In order to catch the ball, he dropped his daughter.
And I do mean he dropped her.
To make a long story short, his wife gave him a dirty look; his daughter gave him a shot in the chest, and he didn't get the ball.
Now I only share this story because I think there is more than this one fellow dropping his child ... not literally, maybe, but figuratively.
In recent years I've heard numerous parents say things like "I had religion forced down my throat when I was young. I'm not going to do that to my kids." Or, "When my child is old enough, I'm going to let him decide what religion, if any, he wants."
To many those words sound both modern and sophisticated; to me it sounds like some parents are dropping their children. Think about it. Are those parents consistent? Do they say things like "My parents forced me to read, spell, learn math, and I'm not going to do that to my children?" Do they say, "When my child is old enough, I'm going to let him decide if he wants to have manners, not wear diapers, etc?" Of course not, they teach their children the important things.
Indeed, the Lord made parents so they could show their children the way. Moms and dads were designed to be the loving Savior's first, foremost and best witnesses to His little ones -- witnesses to Jesus. That's what a parent will be; unless, of course, they drop the ball (child).
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, today I pray for parents, especially Christian parents. You have entrusted them with a wonderful -- a great opportunity. May every parent do his or her best to reflect the love they have received from Jesus. This I pray in my Savior's Name. Amen.
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: When Jesus read the scroll in the synagogue in Nazareth, what passage did he read? (You can either give me where it is from, chapter and verse, or give me the actual passage.) (Read Luke 4:16-30)
The SPirit of the Lord is on me, because he has annointed me to preach good news to the poor. he has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor.
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The questions Jesus asked in the passage above are known as rhetorical questions.
My high school English professor told me a rhetorical question was one which had an answer that was so obvious it didn't need a reply. If you reread that passage, you will almost automatically find yourself saying, "No father would ever do such a thing. Not never. No how."
This past week I saw a video that made me think Jesus' questions weren't as rhetorical as I had once thought.
The video was of a fellow attending a Dodgers-Marlins game. A fly ball was hit in his direction and he tried to catch it. Now there's nothing wrong with that. The wrong part comes when you realize he was holding his little girl. In order to catch the ball, he dropped his daughter.
And I do mean he dropped her.
To make a long story short, his wife gave him a dirty look; his daughter gave him a shot in the chest, and he didn't get the ball.
Now I only share this story because I think there is more than this one fellow dropping his child ... not literally, maybe, but figuratively.
In recent years I've heard numerous parents say things like "I had religion forced down my throat when I was young. I'm not going to do that to my kids." Or, "When my child is old enough, I'm going to let him decide what religion, if any, he wants."
To many those words sound both modern and sophisticated; to me it sounds like some parents are dropping their children. Think about it. Are those parents consistent? Do they say things like "My parents forced me to read, spell, learn math, and I'm not going to do that to my children?" Do they say, "When my child is old enough, I'm going to let him decide if he wants to have manners, not wear diapers, etc?" Of course not, they teach their children the important things.
Indeed, the Lord made parents so they could show their children the way. Moms and dads were designed to be the loving Savior's first, foremost and best witnesses to His little ones -- witnesses to Jesus. That's what a parent will be; unless, of course, they drop the ball (child).
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord, today I pray for parents, especially Christian parents. You have entrusted them with a wonderful -- a great opportunity. May every parent do his or her best to reflect the love they have received from Jesus. This I pray in my Savior's Name. Amen.
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YESTERDAY'S QUIZ: When Jesus read the scroll in the synagogue in Nazareth, what passage did he read? (You can either give me where it is from, chapter and verse, or give me the actual passage.) (Read Luke 4:16-30)
The SPirit of the Lord is on me, because he has annointed me to preach good news to the poor. he has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor.
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TODAY'S QUiZ: What Matthew's other name?
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CATECHISM QUIZ:
Question: Who alone has kept the law of God perfectly?
Answer:
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CHURCH CALENDAR
Tues- quilting 9-2; Bible study 11:30-12:15 (Pastor will be gone Tues evening- Sat afternoon)
Wed- no bells or choir
Thurs- nothing scheduled
Fri- hayride and bonfire at Starks 5- whenever
Sat- worship 5pm
Sun- Bible study 8; worship 9; Sunday school and Bible class 10:30; REFORMATION SERVICE @Trinity, Troy 2pm; youth @ Carson's 6pm
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NEWS:
NEWS:
FAMILY HAYRIDE AND BONFIRE @ the STARK'S on FRIDAY, OCT. 28 beginning at 5pm!!!
All church members and GUESTS are invited!
There will be hotdogs, chili, s'mores, water and soda provided!
Pumpkin face painting for children.
Bring your own flashlights, lawnchairs and sticks for roasting marshmallows!
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CIRCUIT REFORMATION SERVICE SUNDAY OCTOBER 30, 2pm, at TRINITY, TROY!!!
Those who grew up in the Lutheran Church may remember a day when the area Reformation service was a very popular thing that everyone went to! it was a special time of gathering together as Lutherans to celebrate what we all have in common, the grace, mercy, and peace of Christ!
Let's make it like that again! Mark you calendars and come to this special service!!
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WINE TASTING
Our fellowship group is hosting a Wine Tasting Fellowship---at Cedar Lake Winery near Wright City, off of Hwy M. Sat. Nov. 12, from 1:30 till 4:00 p.m. Wine Tasting-$5.00, Appetizers-$5.00 Sign up at church, or call Joanne Hachtel at 636-745-8711
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HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP MEETING @ CARSON'S ICE CREAM 6pm SUNDAY!!!!
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THERE IS A NEW ADULT BIBLE STUDY STARTING THIS SUNDAY!!! AND IT IS FOR EVERYONE REGARDLESS OF BIBLE KNOWLEDGE OR EXPERIENCE!!
It is called "Lutheranism 101". It is an in depth study of the Lutheran church and our teachings, but it is not just for Bible scholars. It is for EVERYONE!
If you know of someone who wants to know more about the Lutheran faith, for whatever reason, this is a great study for them.
If you know someone interested in joining our church, this is the perfect study for them.
If you were confirmed years ago and have forgotten a lot of what you learned, this is the study for you!
If you know it all, and remember it all and want to help by sharing your knowledge with others, this is a good Bible study for you.
All in all it is a GREAT Bible study for anyone and everyone. Invite your unchurched friends! Come by yourself. Drop your kids off at Sunday school and come on over!
Please reply with any questions you may have or just to tell me you are coming!
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If you know of someone who wants to know more about the Lutheran faith, for whatever reason, this is a great study for them.
If you know someone interested in joining our church, this is the perfect study for them.
If you were confirmed years ago and have forgotten a lot of what you learned, this is the study for you!
If you know it all, and remember it all and want to help by sharing your knowledge with others, this is a good Bible study for you.
All in all it is a GREAT Bible study for anyone and everyone. Invite your unchurched friends! Come by yourself. Drop your kids off at Sunday school and come on over!
Please reply with any questions you may have or just to tell me you are coming!
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HYGIENE ITEMS NEEDED FOR YOUTH GROUP
Our Youth Group is putting together 300 hygiene packets for families and individuals for the Stand Down Day on November 19.
It would be preferable to get complete packets but we will be happy to accept donations of loose items or cash to purchase items as well.
Packets should be contained in a ziplock bag. Full sized items are needed:
soap
shampoo
conditioner
toothpaste
toothbrush
deodorant
razors.
Also, The food pantry is in need of A LOT of stuff
staple items like sugar and flour.
Meals that can be cooked for families such as pasta and pasta sauce
canned food that is ready to eat
Disposable diapers and tampons are also in demand.
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GOODIES FOR U is OUR MISSION FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER
Thrivent is helping with packing care packages in Novmeber to be sent to our troops If you care to contribute financially to G4U, make your check payable to St Johns. use an envelope clearly marked with G4U.
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CPH IS HAVING it's FALL BIBLE SALE
The Lutheran Study Bible, The Children's Story Bible, and many other popular Bibles are on sale. Call Marilyn if you want to order. You can also go to CPH.org to check them out.
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I NEED SOMEONE FOR THE FOLLOWING DAYS TO DO THE PROJECTOR!!!
November
19-
24- (Thanksgiving Day)
27-
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PRAYERS: (If I have missed anyone please let me know.)
For THE FAMILY OF LEW BUELTMANN as he was laid to rest yesterday.
For COLEEN BOTTORFF who is recovering well at her daughter's house after surgery.
For LIL WINTER who is recovering well after heart surgery.
For MARIANNE LINKE who is recovering well at St Joseph's Hospital Rehab.
For RUTH CANTRELL who is going through radiation treatments every day this week.
For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments.
For JONAS BORCHERT, grandson of Don Nolte, who continues to be up and down because of chemotherapy treatments.
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