DEVOTION: (from Lutheran Hour Ministries)
(The God) who delivered me from my enemies; yes, You exalted me above those who rose against me; You rescued me from the man of violence. For this I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations, and sing to Your Name. Psalms 18:48-49
You know the names of Gina, Michelle and Amanda, the three women who were abducted and abused, tortured and tormented by Ariel Castro.
On the other hand you may not know the name of Charles Ramsey.
Charles Ramsey was the fellow who, having heard the cries of Amanda Berry, kicked out a panel on Castro's door, so the mother, child and two other captives could escape. He is the fellow who took Berry to his house; he is the fellow who called the police; he is the fellow who waited until the law arrived, and he is the fellow who, when asked about a reward, said, "Give it to the little girl, I have a job."
Oh, there's one other thing. Charles Ramsey has gone on record as saying he is an American and he is a Christian. He is a fellow who decided to do the right thing, even if there might be some negative legal consequences.
I'd like to think you and I would have done the same thing. I'd like to think that, but I'm not sure.
You see, it's not always easy to do the right thing. It's much more comfortable to come up with excuses on how it's not my business, and how somebody else ought to get involved, even in those situations where there is little or no danger.
Do you doubt me? Then let me ask what is the percentage of eligible voters who attend your annual or quarterly congregational meetings? Or how many times do you read about your church's need for officers or VBS teachers? Or how many really good voices never come forward to sing in the choir?
That's sad, isn't it?
We need to be thankful that when it came to getting involved, the Lord Jesus didn't wait around for somebody else to make the necessary sacrifice to save us from our sins. Seeing that we had been kidnapped by sin, the devil and death, He came into this world to sacrifice Himself for us. He came and kicked open the door which gave us forgiveness and freedom.
Now He asks all thankful hearts to get involved too. He wants us to get involved, so lost souls might see our gratitude and be brought into a new and saving relationship with the Lord.
As the Psalmist says -- the Lord has rescued us and for that reason we will sing His praises.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord Jesus, I give thanks You didn't count the cost to win our freedom. Now may we do all we can to point others to You and to forgiveness. In Your Name. Amen.
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(The God) who delivered me from my enemies; yes, You exalted me above those who rose against me; You rescued me from the man of violence. For this I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations, and sing to Your Name. Psalms 18:48-49You know the names of Gina, Michelle and Amanda, the three women who were abducted and abused, tortured and tormented by Ariel Castro.
On the other hand you may not know the name of Charles Ramsey.
Charles Ramsey was the fellow who, having heard the cries of Amanda Berry, kicked out a panel on Castro's door, so the mother, child and two other captives could escape. He is the fellow who took Berry to his house; he is the fellow who called the police; he is the fellow who waited until the law arrived, and he is the fellow who, when asked about a reward, said, "Give it to the little girl, I have a job."
Oh, there's one other thing. Charles Ramsey has gone on record as saying he is an American and he is a Christian. He is a fellow who decided to do the right thing, even if there might be some negative legal consequences.
I'd like to think you and I would have done the same thing. I'd like to think that, but I'm not sure.
You see, it's not always easy to do the right thing. It's much more comfortable to come up with excuses on how it's not my business, and how somebody else ought to get involved, even in those situations where there is little or no danger.
Do you doubt me? Then let me ask what is the percentage of eligible voters who attend your annual or quarterly congregational meetings? Or how many times do you read about your church's need for officers or VBS teachers? Or how many really good voices never come forward to sing in the choir?
That's sad, isn't it?
We need to be thankful that when it came to getting involved, the Lord Jesus didn't wait around for somebody else to make the necessary sacrifice to save us from our sins. Seeing that we had been kidnapped by sin, the devil and death, He came into this world to sacrifice Himself for us. He came and kicked open the door which gave us forgiveness and freedom.
Now He asks all thankful hearts to get involved too. He wants us to get involved, so lost souls might see our gratitude and be brought into a new and saving relationship with the Lord.
As the Psalmist says -- the Lord has rescued us and for that reason we will sing His praises.
THE PRAYER: Dear Lord Jesus, I give thanks You didn't count the cost to win our freedom. Now may we do all we can to point others to You and to forgiveness. In Your Name. Amen.
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THURSDAY'S QUIZ: Who wrote Proverbs? Solomon wrote most of it, although some are attributed to some of the "wise" men in his court. Good job Pam!
THURSDAY'S QUIZ: Who wrote Proverbs? Solomon wrote most of it, although some are attributed to some of the "wise" men in his court. Good job Pam!
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MONDAY'S QUIZ: Name a chapter or at least a verse in Proverbs that speaks against adultery.
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CALENDAR
Mon- Ministerial alliance meeting 9am; NYG meeting postponed
Tues- No Bible study
Wed- Last day of school; 6-12 graders camping at Mim Dunn's house beginning at 5pm
Fri- St. John's night at the Rascal's game leave from church at 6pm
Sat- worship 5pm
Sun- worship 8:30; Sunday school 9:45; worship 11
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6-12 GRADERS LAST DAY OF SCHOOL CAMP OUT WEDNESAY NIGHT, MAY 22!!!
We will be camping out at Mim Dunn's house and enjoying her wonderful facilities including a lake, tennis courts, a wonderful fire pit and much, much more!!!
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RIVER CITY RASCAL'S GAME THIS FRIDAY AT T.R. HUGHES BALLPARK!!!!
Here is who I have going so far:
Taryn Linke
Torre Linke
Jon Statler
another friend of Torre Linke
Brett Nordwald
Amanda Nordwald
Alan Hofeldt
Marvin Hendershot
Molly Hendershot
Pastor
Cost is $25 which includes all you can eat and drink. We will leave from church at 6pm.
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MEN'S BREAKFAST HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 1 AT 8am!!
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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BIBLESTICKS FOR SOLDIERS
Make checks payable to St. John's for $25 or more and write "Bible sticks" in the memo line of the check or on the envelope you put the check in.
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
For LIL WINTER who is recovering at home from diverticulitis. .
For PAT KING'S COUSIN whose surgery was postponed due to heart palpitations and irregular heartbeat.
For PAUL TOEDEBUSCH, who will be having surgery June 14 to remove his bladder due to cancer
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 RALPH SPOEDE who is dealing with cancer in both his kidney and in his brain.
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, Ft. Benning, Georgia.
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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So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:36