A New Life | Oct. 15th

 “Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more.”

  Revelation 21:1

   Beloved, have you ever considered the reality of the new earth? That moment in time when God will make all things new. As you move through this day, may this present reality speak to you concerning the glorious reality yet to come.

   Today, you will move from one place to another. You will have conversations with others. Your emotions will be stirred, and you will partake of a meal. The day will have a story, an experience that you will remember and be a part of.

  Now consider the promise that when God makes all things new, you will dwell on the new earth with the Lord and God’s people forever. That experience shall come and will hold many of the experiences of this day, but without any suffering, no death, regrets, or disappointment. Only perfect peace and contentment. The end of this present life is the beginning of a joyful, eternal life with God.

  Lord come quickly.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Forgiveness | Oct. 15th

 “Who is a God like you, pardoning iniquity....He does not retain his anger forever, because he delights in steadfast love.”

   Micah 7:18

   Beloved, we have angered others. There have been times when this was warranted because we hurt or sinned against another person. Unfortunately, the relationship was severed because of our actions. In some instances, we apologized, sought forgiveness and restoration, but unfortunately, we were not received. There are those who remain angry despite repeated attempts to bring reconciliation.

  Let us not believe that our Lord deals with us in the same manner, for we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord. He who seeks forgiveness through repentance finds the mercy of God. The Lord is holy and just but willing to forgive. The Lord will pardon you today if you humble yourself beneath His mighty hand. There you shall find that the steadfast love of God will restore you.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Lost | Oct. 14th

 “You will cast all our sins into the depths of the sea.”

   Micah 7:19

    Beloved, there are sins and faults we committed that we would rather forget. We have repented before our heavenly Father, but they still haunt us. The adversary of our souls never ceases in his attempt to bring condemnation, while others do not hesitate to remind us as well.

    One would be tempted to lose heart under such a weight of guilt and shame. It is the knowledge of what God has done with our iniquity that brings us joy and peace. It is the Savior who removes our sins from us. Who creates within us a clean heart and a right spirit. When these memories arise, remind yourself of what God has done. Let the word of God silence all accusations, and may you know who you are in Christ.

   The Lord has cast your sins into the depths of the sea; let them remain there.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight