Worship into the Week- Meant for Good

 Worship into the Week-Genesis 50:15-21

Joseph Reassures His Brothers

Jacob returns to Egypt after the burial of his father.

Now his brothers are fearful for their future.

They remember their deeds.

They expect payback.

They ask for forgiveness and throw themselves at his feet.

Joseph responds, "Don't be afraid of me. 

Am I God, that I can punish you? 

You intended to harm me, 

but God intended it all for good. 

He brought me to this position

 so I could save the lives of many people. 

No, don't be afraid. 

I will continue to take care of you and your children."

Every word of forgiveness comes

 only as a gift from God.

The pain caused by another person

 does not need to determine our future.

Remember who the ultimate judge is in the world.

Vengeance and payback don't belong.

When we remember all the hurts done to us, 

we "try" people over and over 

in the courtroom of our hearts.

It is time to dismiss the cases.

Only God sits on the bema seat of judgment.

He freely gives mercy for us.

We can't ever undo a sin.

Christ stood as the condemned one.

He reaches out to us his hand of great mercy, 

that we may extend it to others.

Forgiveness is a continuing act of return

 to Christ over and over again.

Remember- this gift is for YOU- for ME.

                                         Vicar Jung

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Worship into the Week- Israel's Watchman

 

Worship into the Week-

Ezekiel 33:7-9  Ezekiel as Israel's Watchman

God appoints the prophet Ekekiel as a "spiritual watchman".

 His job was to warn the people that their choices and sin 

had consequences. 

This was the beginning of the mapping out

 a plan of accountability.

As ancient cities used guards on the towers

 to look for danger,

so was Ezekiel to spot the impending challenge.

He was to share God's words 

with the people and warn them.

If he fails to warn them, 

then Ezekiel is responsible for the damage

 if they die in their sins.

Silence does not release him 

from the guilt of their failure.

But, if he warns them and they don't take heed, 

he is not at fault.

Once you know- you know.

So, we too must heed the warnings 

for obedience in God's Word.

We know the right way is to follow Jesus

and obey God's direction in our lives.

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Silence Carries Guilt: If God warns that a wicked person faces judgment and Ezekiel fails to speak up, the wicked person dies in their sin, but God holds Ezekiel responsible for their blood. [1, 2]

Hudson is 6!

 

Our camo guy is now six!

He is very particular about all the pieces

 and is always ready to go.

Back to school and celebrate a birthday- that's fun.

Made a bird house with Papa 

and dad helped with the finishing touches.

Nothing stops a celebration- 

even with no electricity from a storm.

(for 40 hours)

The proud craftsman!!!

Celebrating with brothers is always special.

Here's mom. She is often taking the photos 

so we don't always get her in a picture.

Hey Dad! What a surprise- a new bike.

So some creativity found places to celebrate 

when the electiricty is down.

Finding ice cream is always a winner 

with Grandpa and Grandma Meier.

We love you much dear Hudson.

You are on to a great year of ruling as Mr. 6!

Worship into the Week- Your Word is Joy and Delight

 

Worship into the Week-

Jeremiah 15:15-21

Things seem pretty challenging for Jeremiah and

he begins a lament and complaint to God.

Though he has held God's Word with joy and delight,

he is living a lonely and isolated life.

He has served the LORD God of Heaven's Armies.

Yet, his suffering continues and he sees the sins

 of others all around him.

He doubts God's hand to help 

and compares Him to a dried up brook.

God is going to respond to THAT.

Jeremiah is told to stop the doubting and self-pity.

He is told to choose his words well

 and be a good influence.

He can be a strong and valuable contributor!

Bible margins done 10 years apart for this section of Scripture.

God promises that Jeremiah will be

 as strong as a bronze wall 

and that He will protect and rescue him. 

The Lord sets Jeremiah back on the right track.

 The Lord is with him.

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Calendar Journaling- August 2026

 

Calendar Journaling- August 2026

Still tracking the take aways for the month.

Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10

So you are in my hand. Jeremiah 18:6

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Lainey is Five!

 

First day of Pre-K and turning 5.

All in the same day for Lainey Ella Christine.

Fun for big sister to have Lainey

 at school with all the siblings.

Birthday breakfast is always 

better with a crown to wear.

A favorite birthday gift- 

a baby doll like big sister.

Such a great smile on a sweet little girl.

Lainey is always up to something 

and doesn't miss anything.

The blessing of the youngest is a gift

 to this Schumacher family each and every day.

Lainey Lou we love you!

Hadley is Seven!

 

Hadley is seven!

A new baby to care for now.

A bit of fringe on her new cowgirl jacket.

A new backpack for school 

and a sister interested in all the presents.

Batty looks over all the festivities.

A new fall jacket.  Dress up in a dress her mom wore.

A new bike. Cinnamon rolls for breakfast.

A birthday treat at Culver's.

Very pretty flowers at this Minnesota Culver's.

A Dairy Queen cake and a cowgirl t-shirt.

Some new Kens for Barbie play.  Look at those boots for the cowgirl. 

Blessings for the birthday girl and the Schumacher family.

Proud of this growing-up-too-fast little girl.

Hadley you are a sweetheart.