Born Again | April 4th

“For I will give you a new heart.”

  Ezekiel 36:26

  Beloved, this is the only remedy for the fallen heart of humanity. Last season, I repaired our lawnmower multiple times. With all this effort, by the end of summer, it was no longer working and was replaced by a new one.

  Small engines are not complex and cannot be compared to a person's soul. The soul that is dead in sin needs more than a repair or tune-up. A soul needs to be born again, regenerated by the Holy Spirit, and made alive unto God.

  Only in Christ can we be reconciled. Only in him will we pass from death into life. A new heart is what we need. Christ the Redeemer accomplished this for us. Today, you are a brand new creation in Christ. He has given you a new heart. Something we could not perform on our own and that would not have been accomplished with any amount of time or effort. It is Christ alone.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Secret Place | April 30th

 “And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say unto you, they have their reward. But when you  pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”

   Matthew 6:5-6

  Beloved, let this serve as a reminder that all actions undertaken for God should be for His glory alone. Our ultimate desire is to please Him and find our delight in Him. Whether or not others are aware of our service to God is inconsequential; what truly matters is our faithfulness.

  Social media offers significant opportunities to bless others for the Lord, yet it can also foster spiritual pride. Contemporary Christianity may risk using these platforms in ways similar to how hypocrites once used synagogues. Our responsibility is not to judge the motives of others, but to reflect upon our own hearts. In a culture accustomed to sharing every thought and experience, we must recognize the importance of doing things in secret.

  The secret place of prayer refers not only to a physical location but also to the intentions of the heart. It is characterized by humility, faithfulness, and sincerity. Such a heart is unconcerned with social approval or influence. Instead, it remains focused on God's glory, drawing others to Him, and maintaining faithfulness regardless of recognition. Nothing done for God is ever in vain, for He alone brings growth and deserves all glory. The ultimate purpose of our lives is to live for and delight in Him forever. Let us practice the secret place today.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Lose Weight | April 29th

 “Let us lay aside every weight…”

    Hebrews 12:1

  Beloved, laying aside burdens may seem simple, yet often it is not. The writer uses the analogy of an athlete who prepares diligently to run the race well.

  Athletes condition their bodies and remove anything that might hinder their progress. Similarly, we often attempt to carry burdens alone, even when others offer assistance. Our grip is tested, progress slows, and our balance is compromised as we struggle to continue.

  All that is required is to accept help and lay the burden down. The Spirit of God is both willing and able to assist every runner in completing their race. Yet, we often cling to pride, the cares of life, and an unconditioned old nature. Why continue to strain, become frustrated, or grow weary by relying solely on your own strength? Christ will strengthen you. The Holy Spirit will provide wisdom to identify what must be cast off and will help you discern what impedes your progress, enabling you to run well.

  Let us embrace this invitation from the Lord to lay aside every weight by acknowledging our dependence on Him. We cannot run alone, nor can we finish the race without our Savior’s help. Look to Him and put down the burdens of life.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight