ST. STEPHEN’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
Striving to speak God’s saving truth in love. Ephesians 4:15
God Cares – October 22, 2019
(Jesus told his disciples), “There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and lived in luxury every day. At his gate was laid a beggar named Lazarus, covered in sores and longing to eat what fell from the rich man’s table . . . The time came when the beggar…
Live the Good Life – October 21, 2019
“There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and lived in luxury every day. At his gate was laid a beggar named Lazarus, covered with sores and longing to eat what fell from the rich man’s table. Even the dogs came and licked his sores. “The time came when the…
A Sure Anchor – October 20, 2019
Blessed are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD their God. He is the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them—he remains faithful forever. Psalm 146:5,6 A Sure Anchor Daily Devotion – October 20, 2019 Devotion based on Psalm 146:5,6 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191020dev.mp3 See series: Devotions…
A Better Place – October 19, 2019
I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to…
My God – October 18, 2019
“No one can serve two masters.” Luke 16:13 My God Daily Devotion – October 18, 2019 Devotion based on Luke 16:13 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191018dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Fifteen years ago, an author by the name of David Foster Wallace agreed to speak at a college graduation. Wallace was a secular man, wary of any kind of organized…
Contentment – October 17, 2019
Godliness with contentment is great gain. 1 Timothy 6:6 Contentment Daily Devotion – October 17, 2019 Devotion based on 1 Timothy 6:6 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191017dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Ruth Whippman is an accomplished writer, journalist, and documentary filmmaker. She is also someone who has devoted time and thought to the concept of contentment in our twenty-first century….
Bond – October 16, 2019
God our Savior . . . wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth . . . Christ Jesus . . . gave himself as a ransom for all people. 1 Timothy 2:3-6 Bond Daily Devotion – October 16, 2019 Devotion based on 1 Timothy 2:3-6 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191016dev.mp3 See…
For Kings – October 15, 2019
“I urge, then, first of all, that . . . prayers . . . be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority.” 1 Timothy 2:1,2 For Kings Daily Devotion – October 15, 2019 Devotion based on 1 Timothy 2:1,2 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191015dev.mp3 See series: Devotions The Apostle Paul was a proclaimer of the Good News…
Memory – October 14, 2019
“I will never forget . . .” Amos 8:7 Memory Daily Devotion – October 14, 2019 Devotion based on Amos 8:7 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191014dev.mp3 See series: Devotions There is a fascinating new documentary series entitled The Mind, Explained. Each episode explores what researchers have learned about some specific function in the human brain. The subject of the…
Ripe Fruit – October 13, 2019
The LORD has sworn by himself, the Pride of Jacob: “I will never forget anything they have done.” Amos 8:7 Ripe Fruit Daily Devotion – October 13, 2019 Devotion based on Amos 8:7 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191013dev.mp3 See series: Devotions In the days of Amos the prophet, the LORD God of Israel showed Amos a basket of ripe…
Mercy – October 12, 2019
Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy . . . The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly. 1 Timothy 1:13,14 Mercy Daily Devotion – October 12, 2019 Devotion based on 1 Timothy 1:13,14 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191012dev.mp3 See series: Devotions One of the…
The Importance of One – October 11, 2019
[Jesus said] “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” Luke 15:10 The Importance of One Daily Devotion – October 11, 2019 Devotion based on Luke 15:10 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191011dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Our congregation will soon be observing a Welcome Home…
Jesus Loves the Lost – October 10, 2019
[Jesus told them this parable] “Suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Doesn’t she light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.’ In the…
This Man Welcomes Sinners – October 9, 2019
Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” Luke 15:1,2 This Man Welcomes Sinners Daily Devotion – October 9, 2019 Devotion based on Luke 15:1,2 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191009dev.mp3 See series: Devotions My oldest daughter…
Jesus Came to Save Sinners – October 8, 2019
Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. 1 Timothy 1:15 Jesus Came to Save Sinners Daily Devotion – October 8, 2019 Devotion based on 1 Timothy 1:15 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191008dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Media outlets often report the sins that people…
Faithful Love – October 7, 2019
The LORD said to me, “Go, show your love to your wife again, though she is loved by another man and is an adulteress. Love her as the LORD loves the Israelites, though they turn to other gods.” Hosea 3:1 Faithful Love Daily Devotion – October 7, 2019 Devotion based on Hosea 3:1 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191007dev.mp3 See…
Jesus Gets Rid of Every Spot and Stain – October 6, 2019
“Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me.” Psalm 51:1-3 Jesus Gets Rid of Every Spot and Stain Daily Devotion…
Worth It – October 5, 2019
Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus… Philemon 1:1 Worth It Daily Devotion – October 5, 2019 Devotion based on Philemon 1:1 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191005dev.mp3 See series: Devotions In the world of social psychology, the name of Dr. Craig Haney is a familiar one. In particular, Dr. Haney has become well-known for his research on prisoners and prison…
The Cost of Following Christ – October 4, 2019
Large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: . . . “Whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.” Luke 14:25,27 The Cost of Following Christ Daily Devotion – October 4, 2019 Devotion based on Luke 14:25,27 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20191004dev.mp3 See series: Devotions My first experience with a…
Cling to the Credentials of Christ – October 3, 2019
If someone else thinks they have reasons to put confidence in the flesh, I have more . . . But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose…