Bethany Lutheran Church
Bethany Lutheran church is located in Austin, TX. We are a church dedicated to Christ and creating a community for people to belong. Bethany is a place to belong, explore, and enjoy the presence and grace of Christ.
Episodes
679 episodes
Serving Challenge | Availability: Holy Interruptions
Jesus is interruptible; we leave margin so people can meet God through us. Luke 18:35–43 (ESV)As he drew near to Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. And hearing a crowd going by, he inquired what ...
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Serving Challenges | Availabilty: Neighbor at My Door
The Good Samaritan rearranged his day for a stranger. Mary chose presence over pressure. We practice leaving margin so compassion can interrupt us.Luke 10:25–37And behold, a lawyer stood up to put him to the test, saying, “...
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Serving Challenges | Attitude: Christ's Mindset
Servanthood begins with a cross-shaped posture—humble, others-first.Philippians 2:1–11 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, com...
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Serving Challenge | Attitude: The Towel & Basin
Jesus’ greatness is shown in stooping. He dignifies the low task and reshapes our instincts from status to service.John 13:1–15 (ESV)Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that his hour had come to depart out...
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Serving Challenge | Why We Serve
Jesus, the Suffering Servant, redefines greatness; we serve because He first served us Isaiah 53:4–11Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows;yet we esteemed him stricken, &...
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Daniel | Faithful to the End
"At that time your people will be delivered. Many who sleep in the dust will awake—some to everlasting life. Those who lead many to righteousness will shine like stars.” God said to Daniel, “Go your way. You will rest, and at the end you will r...
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Daniel | A Kingdom That Will Not End
Daniel said, “I saw one like a son of man, coming with the clouds. He was given dominion and glory, and His kingdom will never end.” And the kingdom shall be given to the saints of the Most High, and His kingdom shall be everlasting. Daniel's v...
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Daniel | Trust That Stands Tall
Daniel prayed three times a day, giving thanks to God. The king said, “May your God rescue you!” A stone was placed over the lions’ den. At dawn, the king ran and called out, “Daniel, has your God saved you?” Daniel answered, “My God sent His a...
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Daniel | The Writings on the Wall
Daniel 5:22–28, 30, Luke 12:13–21Daniel said to Belshazzar, “You knew what happened to your father, yet you did not humble your heart. Instead, you praised idols and did not honor God. The hand wrote: ‘MENE, MENE, TEKEL, PARSIN.’ ...
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Daniel | Humility Before the Most High
As the king walked on the palace roof, he said, “Is not this great Babylon I have built?” A voice from heaven said, “Your kingdom is taken from you.” Later, Nebuchadnezzar said, “I praised the Most High. His kingdom is eternal. He does as He pl...
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Daniel | Courage When It Counts
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego said, “Our God is able to save us—but even if He does not, we will not worship the image.” Then King Nebuchadnezzar saw four men walking unharmed in the fire, and one looked like a son of the gods. He said, “Prai...
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Daniel: God is Still in Control
Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the king’s food. He asked the chief official for permission not to eat it. After ten days, he and his friends looked healthier than the others. God gave them learning and wisdom—and Daniel could unders...
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Awe and Wonder | Simeon: Expectation
The Danish philosopher Soren Kierkegaard once said, “Life can only be understood backward.” The clearest way to observe spiritual growth is by reflecting on where we were. Join us as we reflect on the brief appearance of Simeon in the Christmas...
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Awe and Wonder | John the Baptist: Wonder
The story of John the Baptist leaping in his mother Elizabeth’s womb at the presence of the in-utero Christ is a profound reminder of how we are called to respond to Jesus. John’s leap wasn’t merely a random movement; it was a joyful recognitio...
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Awe and Wonder | John the Baptist: Wonder
The story of John the Baptist leaping in his mother Elizabeth’s womb at the presence of the in-utero Christ is a profound reminder of how we are called to respond to Jesus. John’s leap wasn’t merely a random movement; it was a joyful recognitio...
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Awe and Wonder | Innkeeper: Hospitality
The usual cast of characters in a Christmas pageant includes Mary, Joseph, a few wise men, a cow or two, and an angel for good measure. But what about the innkeeper? Was there really an innkeeper present? Join us this week as we take a closer l...
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Awe and Wonder | Mary: Presence
In our Protestant tradition, we often grow uneasy when Mary receives significant attention. But could it be that, in our reaction to Roman Catholic veneration, we have “thrown the baby out with the bathwater”? Mary’s story draws us deeply into ...
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Grateful Hearts = Open Hands
You are welcome to join in our Thanksgiving Eve tradition, where offerings of food will be received at the altar during worship as a visible expression of gratitude and generosity.
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BLESS | The Big Story of God's Redemption
Our stories are part of God’s bigger story—a story of rescue, renewal, and hope. Jesus commissions His followers to go, teach, and baptize, making disciples of all nations. Peter reminds us to always be ready to share the reason for the hope wi...
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BLESS | Sharing Your Story
After being healed by Jesus, the man set free from demons was sent to share his story—and he did, to great effect. Your story, too, matters. It doesn’t have to be dramatic—it just has to be real. The psalmist says, “Come and hear, all you who f...
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BLESS | Seeing and Meeting Needs
The Good Samaritan didn’t ignore suffering—he got involved. True love is active, interruptible, and sacrificial. In Micah, God calls us not to grand gestures but to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly. As we follow Jesus, we learn to slow d...
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BLESS | Serve Like Jesus
In God’s kingdom, greatness is defined by serving. Jesus didn’t come to be served, but to serve—and He calls us to do the same. Paul reminds us that freedom in Christ expresses itself in love through service. Serving others doesn’t require a ti...
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BLESS | Breaking Bread, Building Bridges
Jesus revealed Himself to the two disciples not in the classroom or temple, but around the table. In Acts, we see the early church living out this rhythm—breaking bread together with joy and generosity. This week, we reflect on how God still wo...
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BLESS | Listening Like Jesus
Jesus didn’t just tolerate people—He welcomed them, especially those society ignored. When He called Matthew and dined with sinners, He did so after first noticing, listening, and drawing near. Listening creates space for relationships. James t...
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BLESS | Eating as a Spiritual Practice
The table was one of Jesus’ most consistent ministry tools. Meals were sacred spaces where outsiders became insiders, and strangers became friends. Eating together remains one of the simplest, yet most powerful ways to build trust and show hosp...
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BLESS | Listen to Love
Before healing, Jesus listened. He stopped, asked questions, and responded with compassion. Listening is more than being quiet—it’s an act of love that makes others feel seen and valued. In a noisy, opinion-filled world, true listening stands o...
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BLESS | Praying with Purpose
When Jesus taught His disciples to pray, He gave them a vision not just for God’s kingdom “up there” but for transformation “down here.” Prayer is how we align with God’s purposes in our neighborhoods and world. Paul reminds Timothy that we are...
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BLESS | Begin with Prayer
Before choosing His disciples or launching His public ministry, Jesus began with prayer. If we want to join Him in His mission, we must first tune our hearts to His. This week, we explore how prayer shapes our awareness of others, opens our eye...
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