ST. STEPHEN’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
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Jonah obeyed the word of the LORD and went to Nineveh. Now Nineveh was a very large city; it took three days to go through it. Jonah began by going a day’s journey into the city, proclaiming, “Forty more days and Nineveh will be overthrown.” The Ninevites believed God. A fast was proclaimed, and all…
As Jesus walked beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” At once they left their nets and followed him. Mark 1:16-18 A Lofty Charge Daily…
After John was put in prison, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God. “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” Mark 1:14,15 A Different Kind of Kingdom Daily Devotion – January 22, 2024 Devotion based on Mark 1:14,15 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240122dev.mp3 See…
After John was put in prison, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God. “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” As Jesus walked beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the…
We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters loved by the Lord, because God chose you as first fruits to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth. He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our…
May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17 Eternal and Everyday Encouragement Daily Devotion – January 19, 2024 Devotion based on 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17…
So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter. 2 Thessalonians 2:15 Hold on Tight Daily Devotion – January 18, 2024 Devotion based on 2 Thessalonians 2:15 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240118dev.mp3 See series: Devotions If you’re treading water in the ocean…
He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thessalonians 2:14 The Gospel Calls Daily Devotion – January 17, 2024 Devotion based on 2 Thessalonians 2:14 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240117dev.mp3 See series: Devotions There are some calls you get that make your day. The doctor calls…
But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters loved by the Lord, because God chose you as firstfruits to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth. 2 Thessalonians 2:13 God Put You in His Cart Daily Devotion – January 16, 2024 Devotion based…
But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters loved by the Lord. 2 Thessalonians 2:13 Thankful for Brothers and Sisters Daily Devotion – January 15, 2024 Devotion based on 2 Thessalonians 2:13 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240115dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Siblings sometimes have rocky relationships throughout life. Even siblings who get along well and frequently…
“The LORD came and stood there, calling as at the other times, “Samuel! Samuel!” Then Samuel said, “Speak, for your servant is listening.” 1 Samuel 3:10 I’m Listening! Daily Devotion – January 14, 2024 Devotion based on 1 Samuel 3:10 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240114dev.mp3 See series: Devotions The ability to listen is fast becoming a “lost art.” In…
And now the LORD says—he who formed me in the womb to be his servant to bring Jacob back to him and gather Israel to himself, for I am honored in the eyes of the LORD and my God has been my strength—he says: “It is too small a thing for you to be my…
And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love.” Mark 1:11 He Knows Daily Devotion – January 12, 2024 Devotion based on Mark 1:11 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240112dev.mp3 See series: Devotions In our sinful weakness, there are times when you and I can slip into falsely accusing the God who loves us. The temptation…
For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him. Romans 6:9 Former Master Daily Devotion – January 11, 2024 Devotion based on Romans 6:9 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240111dev.mp3 See series: Devotions The time is during the American Civil War. A man has lived his entire…
For we know that our old self was crucified with [Christ]. Romans 6:6 Official Daily Devotion – January 10, 2024 Devotion based on Romans 6:6 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240110dev.mp3 See series: Devotions For a young woman by the name of Anne Greene, the year 1650 was a year she would never forget. Falsely accused and wrongly convicted of…
We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. Romans 6:4 New Life Daily Devotion – January 9, 2024 Devotion based on Romans 6:4 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240109dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Martin Pistorius…
“I will also make you a light for the Gentiles, that my salvation may reach to the ends of the earth.” Isaiah 49:6 Every Faraway Place Daily Devotion – January 8, 2024 Devotion based on Isaiah 49:6 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240108dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Try this on for a fun fact. There are twice as many mobile devices…
What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means! We are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? Romans 6:1,2 Dead To Sin Daily Devotion – January 7, 2024 Devotion based on Romans 6:1,2 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240107dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Sometimes…
“Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations.” Luke 2:29-31 Getting Ready Daily Devotion – January 6, 2024 Devotion based on Luke 2:29-31 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20240106dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Think back to when you were…
Don’t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. Romans 6:3,4 More…