Touch Your Neighbor | March 31st

“Moved with pity, he stretched out his hand and touched him...”

  Mark 1:41

  Beloved, our Lord did not fear the condition of the leper. Jesus was certain that He would heal him and restore him to cleanliness.

  Let us follow our Lord’s example by serving as the salt of the earth. Although wickedness and sin are prevalent, He who is within you is greater than anything in this world. We do not belong to this world, yet we are present in it to fulfill the will of God. Christ Himself came to accomplish the will of the Father.

  We have been saved not to remain isolated. At times, we may feel more threatened by the state of the world than is warranted. Let us recognize our identity in Christ, understanding that His holiness within us is more influential than the sin present in this age. Do not withdraw or conceal yourself because of sin; instead, be the light of the world through Christ. Pray that the Lord will use you to reach those afflicted by sin. Christ is able to cleanse others just as He has cleansed us from our unrighteousness. Extend your hand and touch a life for Jesus today.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

God is Willing | March 30th

 “If you will, you can make me clean.”

  “I will; be clean.”

  Mark 1:40,41

  The question the man with leprosy asked is one that many Christians still wonder about today. We know God can do anything, but is He willing to help us?

  Beloved, according to the Law, the leper was forbidden from approaching Jesus. His garments and outward appearance, as prescribed by the Law, signaled to others to keep their distance. He was expected to declare, “Unclean!” It is likely that many withdrew from him as he approached Jesus, and some may have even fled upon seeing him.

  The Lord’s words and actions acknowledged that He alone possessed the power to make the man whole and clean. We possess no merit that entitles us to approach the Lord, nor can we offer anything to earn His help. The Lord helps us solely because He is both willing and able.

  If you believe that nothing is too difficult for God, maintain the same conviction that He is willing to help you, because He loves you and you belong to Him. Scripture affirms that God is with us; if He is willing to be present with us, He is also willing to help us. Therefore, ask of the Lord, for He is willing to help and bless you.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

A Helping Hand | March 27th

 “I will take you by the hand and keep you...”

   Isaiah 42:6

  Beloved, at some point in our lives, we all have been the recipients of a gracious hand extended. When we were learning to walk, our parents or loved ones held our hands to steady us and encouraged us to keep going.

  Those same hands picked us up, held us close, and comforted us when we were hurt. Later in life, friends or teammates helped us up or stood by us during tough times.

  Even the smallest gesture of another person holding the door for us should cause us to think of how much God’s hand has been in our lives.

  When we were lost in sin and trapped by the world, Christ the Redeemer opened our prison door, took us by the hand, and led us into His light. Since then, Christ has never let go of you. He still holds your hand today. We have stumbled, been hurt, suffered loss, and felt alone, but through everything, God has always held on to you.

  As you start your day, remember that you are not alone. You will not face anything by yourself or overcome challenges on your own. If you humble yourself, the Lord will take your hand. Ask for His help, and He will keep you.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight