Welcome to the Live Worship Page of Star of Bethlehem Lutheran Church!
For our 10:00 AM worship service this morning:
Please click HERE for the worship folder.
Please click HERE for the Bible class slides.
Speak Truth To Power
Sometimes people get braver when they realize they are nearing the end. They speak things they couldn’t or wouldn’t say before, even to the powerful, because they realize they have nothing to lose.
The message of repentance and forgiveness of sins through Jesus’ death on the cross has many powerful enemies. Sometimes those enemies are religious people, rebellious spirits and heretics. Sometimes those enemies are people of this world who worship their own personal desires and glory in their shame.
It doesn’t matter how powerful the enemies are. God persists in speaking his truth and drawing our eyes to his Son, who will help us persevere to the end and speak truth to power.
The Beginning of The End
“The End Is Near.” For Christians, this is not a message of fear. Instead, it is a message of watchful hope. Scripture teaches that the End Times began with Christ’s first coming, especially his death and resurrection. Christ will come again on judgment day. Now we live in that in-between time, when salvation has been won, but full glory is still to come. It’s the beginning of the end.
Jesus himself makes clear that no one knows the day or hour of his return. This uncertainty is not meant to trouble us, but to keep us spiritually awake. Each day becomes an opportunity to live in repentance and faith, turning from sin and trusting fully in Christ’s finished work for us. Our preparation for the end is not about trying to predict signs or earn God’s favor. Instead, it is about remaining rooted in Jesus: hearing the Word, receiving the sacraments, and trusting the promises of forgiveness. These are God’s ways of keeping us ready.
“The Beginning of the End” reminds us that history is moving toward our own death and toward Christ’s return. For believers, that end is truly a beginning.
We’ll follow this schedule for the end of the church year.
10/18 – Speak Truth to Power
10/25 – Put Your Affairs in Order
11/1 – Festival of the Reformation – Stay Steadfast
11/8 – Last Judgment – Hope for the Best
11/15 – Saints Triumphant – Focus on the Future
11/22 – Christ the King – Hand Over The Kingdom
Please click HERE to watch an introductory video to the series.
If you would like to support our ministry, please consider donating online. Click HERE for our online giving page.
Quick Tips for Online Worship
#1 Be Present
There are bound to be digital and physical distractions around you once the service begins. Make wise choices with your environment in an effort to limit those distractions.
#2 Worship
You are not meant to be a spectator in online worship. Your are a participant. Do whatever you can to engage your heart and mind. Sing along with the songs. Participate in the prayers. Take notes on the sermon. You can even ask questions and/or comment in the chat box. Our prayer is that this is an experience that allows you to grow your faith relationship with God.
#3 Share
Please invite your friends and family to online worship by sharing the link in an email, in a text, or through Facebook. There are so many people in our communities that are looking for hope during these times and our online service is a perfect place for them to be encouraged.
Please click HERE for a list of questions to help with your personal preparation prior to attending the Lord’s Supper.
