Refuge in Storms | June 10th

 “Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me, for in you my soul takes refuge; in the shadow of your wings I will take refuge, till the storms of destruction pass by.”

  Psalm 57:1

  Beloved, with the beautiful warm weather of summer comes the devastating storms. Tornadoes, hurricanes, and severe thunderstorms unfortunately come with the season. We do not always have sunny days with beautiful blue skies and gentle breezes. We receive the storm warnings and respond accordingly.

  Natural storms can often be detected before they occur. In contrast, the storms of life are more unpredictable. However, we are not left defenseless or without hope. We find shelter in God, who is our ever-present help in times of trouble and is both willing and able to sustain us.

  God does not prevent the storms of life from occurring. We are all subject to both natural storms and the storms of life. However, the Lord has promised to be with us through every trial. The Psalmist also assures us that these storms of destruction will eventually pass.

  Although we may experience momentary heartache and devastation, the storm will pass. A day will come when there are no more storms of destruction, for these storms will be destroyed forever, and suffering and sorrow will cease. Until that time, God will remain merciful to us and serve as our refuge. Let us look to Christ today.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Ones Reputation | June 8th

  “We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints,…”

  Colossians 1:3-4

 Beloved, may our reputation serve as a source of encouragement to others within the body of Christ. Let the way we are known bring glory to God and inspire others to deepen their faith and commitment to Christ.

The opinions of others are not what we live for and should not affect how we feel about ourselves. But in living for God, we become His living epistle, a light that reflects the Son and brings comfort to others.

  Let us pray that we may bless others through our interactions, demonstrating the fruit of the Holy Spirit by showing kindness, patience, and forgiveness. May our faithfulness to God and to others serve as an example that inspires continued faithfulness. As we follow Him, God will use us for His glory. May our reputation for loving others be rooted in a steadfast faith in Christ Jesus.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

The Make Over | June 5th

 “If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.”

  Roams 8:11

 Beloved, we live in an era where an entire industry is devoted to makeovers. Social media platforms, corporations, and self-help experts actively promote the concept of transformation. Individuals publicly document their personal changes online, while companies compete for opportunities to facilitate transformation in various aspects of our lives. Some experts have even achieved celebrity status through their transformation methods.

 There is only One who can truly transform a life from death to life. He has overcome sin and death, offering us the promise of resurrection and eternal life. As new creations in Christ, the Holy Spirit resides within each believer. Although we await the resurrection and the time when God will renew all things, the Spirit of God is present with us now. He is able and willing to shape us into the likeness of our Lord. This is not merely a future promise; it is a present reality to be embraced each day.

 Today, we may be empowered by the Holy Spirit. We can experience continual transformation in Christ, moving from one stage of glory to another. Through the Spirit, we possess abundant life and belong to God. While personal growth in every area of life is valuable, we must remember that our deepest transformation comes from the Holy Spirit, who continues to work within our hearts.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight