From the Pastor: Parents, If We Want to Raise Children in the Faith…
Preachers devote a lot of time and preparation to “wives submit to your husband,” “children obey and honor your parents,” and so forth. However, very little is said about two remarkable verses: “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.” -Ephesians 6:4 “Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.” -Colossians 3:21 (As a side note, even though Paul uses the term “fathers,” most commentators would agree that the
Jesus and Peter: An Inspiration for Us
by Will Powell, Guest Author I’m not sure if any of you have seen the film Kingsman? My son was excited to watch it as a family as our foray into Netflix life under lockdown. For those who haven't seen it, it is a film about a stereotypical “chav” (drop-out) called Eggsy, who hits rock bottom after stealing a car. Finally, he phones a number on a medal. Suddenly, he’s released from prison to be met by Harry Hart. Harry, whose
Starnberg Fellowship Update
Dear All, According to Bavarian law, churches are free to meet again from the 10th May, and we had initially considered holding our first service since the lockdown next Sunday. At our online church leadership meeting last Thursday we decided to push this back until at least the end of May for a number of reasons that we would like to share with you. Firstly, as restrictions are relaxed, some school classes re-starting, shops opening up, it’s entirely possible that we see
From the Pastor: When God Makes A Promise
Who hasn't learned that our human promises are usually pretty flimsy? We promise many things, often with the best of intentions, yet so many of them come up far short. “This product comes with a lifetime guarantee…,” but the company did go out of business two months after we bought it. But when God makes a promise, he keeps it. He is the only one in the universe who is the totally loyal and reliable Promise Keeper. So what is it
Martin Wiles’ Lessons for Children: No Worries, God Will Protect Me
Scripture Reference: My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, because I was found innocent in his sight. Nor have I ever done any wrong before you, Your Majesty.” Daniel 6:22 Related Scripture Reference: Daniel 6 Objectives: To remind children that God will protect them regardless of the danger. Even if God doesn’t protect them from the danger, he will keep them safe through it. (Make sure children understand this doesn’t mean
Music & Lyrics – 26 April 2020
Praise Songs Forever Give thanks to the Lord, our God and King His love endures forever For He is good, He is above all things His love endures forever Sing praise, sing praise With a mighty hand and outstretched arm His love endures forever For the life that's been reborn His love endures forever Sing praise, sing praise Sing praise, sing praise Forever, God is faithful Forever, God is strong Forever, God is with us Forever, forever, forever From the rising to the setting sun His love endures forever And by the grace of God, we will carry on His
Martin Wiles’ Lessons for Children: A Giant-defeating God
By Martin Wiles, Guest Author Scripture: David replied to the Philistine, “You come to me with sword, spear, and javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies.” 1 Samuel 17:45 Related Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 17 Objective: To teach children that God is bigger and more powerful than any giant they will ever face. For the Teacher: The account of David and Goliath is a familiar Bible story. Ask the children or youth how many of them have heard
From the Pastor: How Great Is Your God?
I will sing of the steadfast love of the Lord, forever; with my mouth I will make known your faithfulness to all generations. - Psalm 89 Do you feel that whatever is going on in your life is just too great or too much for you to handle? When the ancient Hebrews faced a big problem, it was customary for them to look up into the night sky and to contemplate the immense size of the universe and the unimaginable power of
Weekly Invite – 19 April 2020
Sunday, 19 April YouTube @ 16:00 hrs Worship Sermon: What Is There to Fear? Scripture: Psalm 27 Pastor John Snyder, preaching SF Sunday Virtual Worship Service on YouTube YouTube Live Link: : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJWldAjIzgBrYebB10RukTg/live Subscribe to the SF YouTube Channel, hit the subscribe button at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJWldAjIzgBrYebB10RukTg Starnberg Fellowship Zoom Meetup - Sunday Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/981145966?pwd=S2lvV3VFNEhEVGxadkdvT1lPa0FBZz09 Meeting ID: 981 145 966 A time to connect with each other after worship. Please note: Due to Zoom security concerns, we understand if you don't wish to join the Zoom meetings. _____________ MUSIC & LYRICS Joy of the Lord Though the tears may fall My
