St. Peter's Helenville

PBC = People's Bible Commentary Series In this episode, Pastor Gunnar Ledermann and Pastor Titus Buelow talk about THE Antichrist and antichrists. Yes, there is a difference and there are both! While other sections spend more time talking about one specific Antichrist, here John talks about the spirit of the antichrist that is present all over and will attack the church from within and without...

This is the sicth of six lessons in this Sunday Bible Study This conversation explores the ways an artist looks at the world, and how the outstanding beauty of nature, conscience and soul things clearly testify to an intelligent designer and more, an artistic and creative God. Tune in for more... If you would like to watch the videos directly on your device or download the study guide and videos f...

This sermon was preached on February 23, 2025, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, WI, by Pastor Titus Buelow. Sermon Text: Luke 6:27-38 But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those whomistreat you. If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold...

This sermon was preached on February 16, 2025, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, WI, by Rev. Phil Henselin (pastor and director of WELS institutional Ministries) Sermon Text - Jeremiah 17:5-8 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man,     who draws strength from mere flesh     and whose heart turns away from the Lord. 6  That person will be like a bush in the was...

This sermon was preached on February 9, 2025, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, WI, by Rev. Mark Bartsch. The Sermon Text - Luke 5:1-11 One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, the people were crowding around him and listening to the word of God.  2  He saw at the water’s edge two boats, left there by the fishermen, who were washing their nets.  3  He got into one of th...

PBC = People's Bible Commentary Series In this episode, Pastor Gunnar Ledermann and Pastor Titus Buelow call on leaders to stand firm in the faith, considering the eternal benefit of their Christian leadership worth far more than the temporary consequences that may come. Everything in this life is fleeting anyway, and the desires and their satisfaction only last moments. In contrast though, th...

This is the fifth of six lessons in this Sunday Bible Study This conversation delves into what science is, a study of information that makes conclusions that best fit the data. Often science is talked about as being directly opposed to religion or faith, but this is not true. In fact, the Christian Church has been a huge advocate of science throughout history. The problem arises when we get to thi...

This episode has both a children's sermon and a full-length sermon delivered on February 2, 2025 by Pastor Titus Buelow at St. Peter's Helenville. Children's Sermon: I'm with Him!" This episode begins with a children's sermon called, "I'm with Him!" inspired by Jeremiah 1:4-10: The word of the Lord came to me, saying, 5  “Before I formed you in the womb I kne...

PBC = People's Bible Commentary Series In this episode, Pastor Gunnar Ledermann and Pastor Titus Buelow wrestle with hypocrites and hypocritical behavior INSIDE the church and INSIDE self-identified Christians. The Apostle John strongly says you can't be both, a believer in word but not a believer in deed (and specifically love!). What does this mean for you? For me? Is there a difference...

This is the fourth of six lessons in this Sunday Bible Study (the third lesson was not recorded). This conversation delves into the study of apologetics, focusing on the reliability of the New Testament through various lenses, including historical evidence, internal and external tests, and the significance of prophecy. The speakers discuss the means, motive, and opportunity of the gospel writers,...

This sermon explores the themes of Jesus' rejection in his hometown, the psychological concept of desensitization, and the dangers of becoming numb to sin and the need for salvation. It emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and recognizing our need for Jesus as our Savior, urging listeners to resensitize themselves to the Gospel and live out their faith actively. This sermon was first deliv...

PBC = People's Bible Commentary Series In this episode, Pastor Gunnar Ledermann and Pastor Titus Buelow begin a deep dive into the book of 1 John. The Elder Apostle John begins his letter with the same big meta-themes he used in his Gospel such as light and dark, word and life. He lays the groundwork to attack a mislead separation of the physical and the spiritual. Join us! Follow this podcast...

This is the second of a six-part Bible Study on the topic of Apologetics: Defense of the Faith. LESSON #2: HOW WOULD A PHILOSOPHER LOOK AT THE EVIDENCE? What you will find: This lesson takes a look at how a philosopher might look at the claims of Christianity. It begins with a definition of worldviews and then offers arguments for the existence of God. It ends with a discussion about human rights....

This sermon explores the biblical account of the Wedding at Cana, where Jesus performs his first miracle by turning water into wine. The discussion delves into the significance of this event, highlighting Mary's role, Jesus' response, and the implications of the miracle for understanding God's care in our daily lives. The speaker emphasizes the importance of trusting God with our problems and reco...

PBC = People's Bible Commentary Series In this episode, Pastor Gunnar Ledermann and Pastor Titus Buelow begin a new book, 1 John! This introduction talks about our author, the Apostle John, and the setting and time for his writing later on in life to encourage local congregations to love as God has loved us. He was fighting some serious false teachers and false teaching that had already crept...

This sermon was preached on January 12, 2025, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, WI, by Pastor Titus Buelow. The Sermon Text: Titus 3:4-7 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us gene...

This is the first of a six-part Bible Study on the topic of Apologetics: Defense of the Faith. Here is a description of what the study is all about: WHAT IS APOLOGETICS? Apologetics is narrowly defined as “defending the Christian faith by reason with gentleness and respect.” The Apostle Peter writes: “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope tha...

This sermon was preached on January 6, 2025, for the festival of Epiphany, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, WI, by Pastor Titus Buelow. Sermon Text: 1 Kings 10:1-9 When the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon and his relationship to the Lord, she came to test Solomon with hard questions. Arriving at Jerusalem with a very great caravan—with camels carrying spices, large...

PBC = People's Bible Commentary Series In this episode, Pastor Gunnar Ledermann and Pastor Titus Buelow work through the first section of John's first letter. John returns to his use of meta-concepts like "the beginning," "light and darkness," "word and life." He does so here to complement his Gospel, but also to combat the influence of the Gnostics that have...

PBC = People's Bible Commentary Series In this episode, Pastor Gunnar Ledermann and Pastor Titus Buelow take a deep dive into the Day of the Lord and what it will be like. It will be sneaky, dangerous and frightening. However, for those who are secured by Christ and His Word, there is nothing to fear. We can be ready regardless of the time these things comes to pass. Prepare for the end with u...

This sermon was preached on the first Sunday after Christmas, December 29, 2024, by Pastor Titus Buelow at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, Wisconsin. The Sermon Text - Luke 2:41-52 Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Festival of the Passover.  42  When he was twelve years old, they went up to the festival, according to the custom.  43  After the festival was over, while...

This sermon was preached on December 22nd, the Fourth Sunday in Advent, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, Wisconsin, by Pastor Titus Buelow. The Sermon Text: Luke 1:39-55 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea,  40  where she entered Zechariah’s home and greeted Elizabeth.  41  When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, an...

This sermon was preached on December 15, 2024, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, Wisconsin, by Pastor Titus Buelow. These texts are connected to the third Sunday in Advent as we prepare our hearts and minds for Christ's coming! Zephaniah 3:14-17 Sing, Daughter Zion;     shout aloud, Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all your heart,     Daughter Jerusalem! 15  The Lord has taken away you...

This sermon was first preached at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville, Wisconsin, by Pastor Titus Buelow on December 8, 2024. The Sermon Text: Luke 3:1-8 In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar—when Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, Herod tetrarch of Galilee, his brother Philip tetrarch of Iturea and Traconitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of Abilene—  2  during the high-priestho...

SBS = Sunday Bible Study This is the 9th and FINAL session of a study called, "Discipleship Bootcamp," begun at St. Peter's as our Sunday Bible Study in the Fall of 2024. The goal of study is to especially teach six principles: Christ’s disciples build their lives upon bible study and devotion (with emphasis on the means of grace). Christ’s disciples seek to carry out the church’s mission. Christ’...