For what we preach is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in [...]
Dear Members of St. Stephen Lutheran Church, During the past few weeks, I was given the exciting opportunity to learn about the ministry that is taking place at your church and school. I sincerely appreciated all the correspondence I shared with the leaders and members of your congregation. It is [...]
Watch video of our worship services at 8:00 on YouTube, or live streaming on Facebook. Follow along with this week’s worship folder: https://2021bulletinpdfs.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/2021-02-14_Transfiguration.pdf Welcome Visitors If you are visiting today, we welcome you in our Risen and Living Savior, Jesus! Please let us know you worshiped with us by introducing [...]
After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. And there appeared before them Elijah and [...]
I do all this for the sake of the gospel. 1 Corinthians 9:23 For the Sake of the Truth Daily Devotion – February 13, 2021 Devotion based on 1 Corinthians 9:23 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20210213dev.mp3 See series: Devotions His name was William Charles Macready. He’s not a household name now, but back in [...]
Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed. Mark 1:35 Routine Daily Devotion – February 12, 2021 Devotion based on Mark 1:35 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20210212dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Consider this. You and I face [...]
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 Cliché Daily Devotion – February 11, 2021 Devotion based on Romans 8:28 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20210211dev.mp3 See series: Devotions There are certain sayings that people share [...]
I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessings. 1 Corinthians 9:23 Mileage Daily Devotion – February 10, 2021 Devotion based on 1 Corinthians 9:23 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20210210dev.mp3 See series: Devotions In the classic adventure film, “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” there’s a scene [...]
Though I am free and belong to no man, I make myself a slave to everyone to win as many as possible. 1 Corinthians 9:19 Slave Daily Devotion – February 9, 2021 Devotion based on 1 Corinthians 9:19 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20210209dev.mp3 See series: Devotions It is the First Century A.D., and you [...]
My life is but a breath. Job 7:7 A Breath Daily Devotion – February 8, 2021 Devotion based on Job 7:7 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20210208dev.mp3 See series: Devotions In October of 1989, a sportswriter by the name of William Nack leans against a wall in his hotel room and sobs. He’s heard some [...]
