Well Said | Oct 19th

 “Speaking the truth in love.”

  Ephesians 4:15

  Beloved, carrying out this exhortation is difficult. Speaking the truth with love is something the Holy Spirit must enable us to do in genuineness and impartiality.

  We must not sacrifice truth for love, nor love for truth. When sharing truth or addressing falsehood, we should avoid bluntness or harshness. It is possible to communicate truth in a redemptive manner, even when it is difficult to accept.

  Love is inseparable from truth. We are called to love others as God loves us, while steadfastly upholding truth. Compassion motivates us to speak truth in ways that honor God and promote the well-being of others. Genuine conviction for truth is best guided and expressed through love. Let us pray that the Holy Spirit empowers us to strengthen others this week through loving application of God’s word.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

In the End | Oct 16th

  “…though now for a season…you have been grieved by various trials.”

  1 Peter 1:6

  “… this light momentary affliction ...”

  2 Corinthians 4:17

  Beloved, certain moments in traffic can feel as though we have spent a lifetime in the car. Similarly, there are agonizingly slow days or seasons of profound sorrow that appear endless. We may question how long we will remain in such circumstances and whether this suffering will ever cease.

  The reality is that we are not destined to remain in this present state indefinitely. Eternity is nearer than we often realize. We will dwell with our Lord eternally, who has gone ahead to prepare a place for us. No trial, pain, sorrow, frustration, weariness, or death will remain forever. All the afflictions of this life will pass away, but those who are in Christ will endure forever.

  We will be ushered into eternal rest, for the Savior has provided eternal life. In Him, we are secure as we await the moment when all these hardships will cease. Do not grow weary in doing good today. Do not allow your heart to be dismayed by various trials; remember, they are temporary, even when they seem unending. When He renews all things, every sorrow will be forgotten, and we will weep no more. Even so, come quickly, Lord Jesus.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

God is Just and Good | Oct 15th

 “Shall not the Judge of all the earth do what is just?”

   Genesis 18:25

  Beloved, our tendency toward partiality persists, even when we believe ourselves to be objective. When combined with the challenges imposed by others, we may struggle to perceive that, ultimately in the end, the Judge of all creation acts for good.

  We should remain confident in God’s justice. In a society that often pursues justice and equity through political ideologies rather than a biblical worldview and sound theology, many lack assurance that the Judge of all the earth will act justly.

  Let us reflect on the cross, our iniquity, God’s wrath, and our salvation through Christ the Redeemer. These truths affirm that God is both holy and merciful. Consequently, we should be humbled by God’s grace in our lives and encouraged to pray for the salvation of others. God alone knows the heart of every person. The Holy Spirit faithfully speaks to each heart, convicting us of sin and revealing our need for Christ. Salvation and judgment belong to God. Pray that His will is accomplished, that we are recipients of His mercy, and that many will be saved.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight