ST. STEPHEN’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
Striving to speak God’s saving truth in love. Ephesians 4:15
St. Stephen’s Evangelical Lutheran Church and School | Beaver Dam, WI | 920.885.3309
Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 1 Peter 4:12,13 Rejoice in Your Sufferings…
And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen. 1 Peter 5:10,11 Destination Restoration Daily Devotion – May 26, 2023 Devotion…
Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith. 1 Peter 5:8,9 Stand Firm in the Faith Daily Devotion – May 25, 2023 Devotion based on 1 Peter 5:8,9 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230525dev.mp3 See series: Devotions “In the jungle,…
Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6,7 God Cares for You Daily Devotion – May 24, 2023 Devotion based on 1 Peter 5:6,7 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230524dev.mp3 See series: Devotions I need help. Those are…
If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler. However, if you suffer as a Christian, do…
Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 1 Peter 4:12,13 Rejoice in Suffering Daily…
Then they prayed, “Lord, you know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two you have chosen to take over this apostolic ministry, which Judas left to go where he belongs.” Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias; so he was added to the eleven apostles. Acts 1:24-26 The Lord’s Hand Is…
In your hearts revere Christ as Lord. 1 Peter 3:15 The Nail Daily Devotion – May 20, 2023 Devotion based on 1 Peter 3:15 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230520dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Author Dale Hays tells of a Haitian pastor who once used an illustration that Hays will never forget. The pastor said that a man in Haiti wanted…
It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at God’s right hand—with angels, authorities and powers in submission to him. 1 Peter 3:21,22 Always in Control Daily Devotion – May 19, 2023 Devotion based on 1 Peter 3:21,22 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230519dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Where is Jesus when I…
In it only a few people, eight in all, were saved through water, and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 1 Peter 3:20,21 A Big Deal Daily…
For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. 1 Peter 3:18 Reconciled Daily Devotion – May 17, 2023 Devotion based on 1 Peter 3:18 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230517dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Have you ever experienced a broken or damaged relationship? Perhaps it was with a spouse or a significant…
For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. 1 Peter 3:18 Our Perfect Substitute Daily Devotion – May 16, 2023 Devotion based on 1 Peter 3:18 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230516dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Are you going to heaven when you die? If so, why? Is it because you are…
For Christ also suffered once for sins. 1 Peter 3:18 Jesus Solved Our Biggest Problem Daily Devotion – May 15, 2023 Devotion based on 1 Peter 3:18 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230515dev.mp3 See series: Devotions What is the biggest problem you have in your life right now? Maybe it is a health issue for you or a family member….
“God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us.” Acts 17:27 Finding God Daily Devotion – May 14, 2023 Devotion based on Acts 17:27 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230514dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Greek mythology includes a man named Tantalus, who…
[Jesus said] “My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, I would have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be…
Jesus is “‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’ Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:11,12 Jesus the Cornerstone Daily Devotion – May 12, 2023 Devotion based on Acts 4:11,12 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20230512dev.mp3 See series:…
Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them: “Rulers and elders of the people! If we are being called to account today for an act of kindness shown to a man who was lame and are being asked how he was healed, then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It…
[Jesus said] “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you?” John 14:1,2 Jesus Is the Way for You Daily Devotion –…
[Jesus said] “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you?” John 14:1,2 Do Not Let Your Heart Be Troubled Daily Devotion…
Thomas said to him, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?” Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:5,6 Jesus Is the Way Daily Devotion – May 8, 2023 Devotion based on…