The LIGHThouse Guardian

May 28, 2025

But the Lord said to Samuel, "Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as a man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.
—1 Samuel 16:7

MODESTY: BE MAGNIFICENT & BEAUTIFUL!

Every summer as temperatures rise, the question of modesty is addressed. Yes--SSB has a dress code. The expectation is for all of us to present ourselves in a way that is acceptable to God. Recognizing that standards vary in our culture, we emphasize the concept of biblical modesty, rather than adhere to specific measurements. We are all created uniquely, in the image of God.

Think of it this way: how might you glorify God in how you conduct yourself and in what you wear? God created young men to magnify His glory! Can His character be seen through skinny jeans and muscle shirts?  What about  young women? God created each of you to be beautiful. We see God's beauty epitomized in nature and creativity. How might you be the same?

God knows our spiritual condition by our hearts, but we initially see only the physical body and how it is attired. We believe the way we dress is important and needs to be appropriate for the occasion. It can affect our behavior and play a part in who we become.

Dress in a way that pleases the Lord. Cover your body appropriately.

LIGHThouse MODIFIED Hours

 LIGHThouse will have modified hours until the second week of June:

5/28 LIGHThouse 7:00pm-8:15pm
6/4 NO LIGHThouse (TLT is still scheduled)

Student Ministry Summer Hours & Programs

BEGINNING JUNE 8, 2025:

LG:t, Sundays, 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
LIGHThouse, Wednesdays, 7:00pm to 9:00pm.

2025 Graduates are welcome to attend both student ministry programs and Young Adult Group. Talk to PT about summer plans and events.

Upcoming Events

TLT Tonight at 6:30pm to 8:10pm

Next Week: NO LG:t & NO LIGHThouse!!!

InGen Connection June 11th at 10:00am
Joyous Hearts (55+ Seniors Ministry) is inviting LIGHThouse students to their group in June. The goal is to promote "intergenerational" (hence, InGen) connections between the generations. There will be food, games, a devotion, and fellowship. Talk to PT about filling out an interest sheet.

Check out our Monthly Calendar! Our June Calendar is posted!

Programs

LG:t (Life Group for Teens) meets on Sunday evenings, 6:00pm to 8:15pm in room 115. We have been going through the Letter to the Galatians. Bring your Bible and a snack to share with the whole group!
 
Teen Life Truths (TLT) meets on Wednesdays from 6:30pm to 8:10pm. This is a 10-week course that begins May 21st  and is offered to every incoming 6th grade student, and middle school student who has not taken the course, and any middle school student newer to SSB. Students will learn essential truths based on the Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes. There will be snacks and short breaks between modules. Once the class is done for the evening, those students will join the rest of the youth group. If you have any questions, talk to PT or Rod Jensen.

LIGHThouse Youth group meets on Wednesdays from 7:00pm to 8:15pm!!! Join us for fellowship, a sermon, discipleship groups, and games! Bring your Bible. Bring your friends!!!

Student Prayer Ministry Need prayer? We desire to build a culture of prayer in the youth ministry. If you need to talk to anyone and get encouragement and prayer, Pastor Tim and the sponsors are always willing to pray for you. As a standing offer, Pastor Tim and the student leaders are offering prayer after the LIGHThouse.
 
Student Leadership Cohort (SLC) High School students have the opportunity to grow deeply in their faith while also serving as a part of a leadership team for LIGHThouse. The SLC meets monthly for a devotion, to plan events, and to create discipleship opportunities for their fellow students.
SSB Student Ministries exist to share the Gospel and to make Christ-like Disciples and Servant Leaders of the Church.