Sunday, December 16, 2012 This sermon was a contribution to the Bethel Sunday School Christmas Program called “Christmas Expressions.” At this service our Sunday School children, teachers and parents expressed their Christmas joy in as many ways as possible. “Hark” was written by Pastor David Seabaugh and read by Bethel’s DCO, Jordan Ray. Readings: Isaiah … Read more
Joy to the World Isaac Watts wrote “Joy to the World” as a poetic paraphrase of the fulfillment of Psalm 98. It was not originally intended for Christmas, but as you will see, it is a very appropriate time for this hymn. Monday, December 17 “Joy to the world, the Lord is come!” Read Psalm … Read more
Sunday, December 9, 2012 Have you ever felt alone in the crowd? Why is it that we don’t talk with each other? Ever feel alone with God? Where is He? What’s He doing? These are some of the same feelings evoked with one of our favorite Advent/Christmas hymns. Let’s take a look at it together. … Read more
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Monday, December 10 “Glory to the Newborn King” Read Luke 2:1-20 Angels are God’s messengers. They only show up when there is something important from God to be communicated. What are these angels communicating? Why do you think they are saying it to shepherds? Tuesday, December 11 ”God and sinners … Read more
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel Monday, December 3 “O come, O come, Emmanuel” Read Isaiah 7:10-14 and Matthew 1:18-25 God uses a situation in Isaiah’s day to predict the coming of Jesus. Immanuel means “God with us.” Think of all the ways God is with you on a daily basis. How much more is Jesus … Read more
Sunday, December 2, 2012 What if someone where to tell you your future is behind you? You would probably be rather offended. In Hebrew thought, the future is behind you and the past is in front of you! Sounds backwards, until you see how much better it is to Prepare the Way of the Lord … Read more
Prepare the Way Chorus 1: Prepare the way (2x) Prepare the way of the Lord Chorus 2: Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus Chorus 3: You are the light of the world (3x) Jesus You are the King of the earth (3x) Jesus Prepare The Way by Charlie Hall & Louie Giglio; © worshiptogether.com songs CCLI License … Read more
Ordination and Installation of Lusienie Fofana, November 18, 2012 What do we call him? Fofana? Deacon Fofana? Vicar Fofana? Now we know. Pastor Fofana. Since the word “Pastor” means “Shepherd,” we could also call him Shepherd Fofana. Listen to Pastor Seabaugh speak to Shepherd Fofana and the joyous assembly at Fofana’s Service of Ordination and … Read more
Sunday, November 18, 2012 It’s one of the most popular and well loved Psalms. Psalm 23. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. It’s so beautiful and reassuring of the presence and love of God. No wonder this hymn version of Psalm 23 has become an all-time favorite. Take a closer look at … Read more
O Sacred Head Now Wounded Monday, November 19 “Now scornfully surrounded With thorns Thine only crown.” Read John 19. One of the beautiful aspects of this hymn is that it is both scriptural and personal. Take a look at John 19 that way. What are the personal realities of the crucifixion for you? Tuesday, November 20 … Read more