The Perfect Gift | Dec. 25th

 “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.”

  Ephesians 2:8

   Salvation in Christ is the perfect gift, continually blessing us. We are saved by grace alone and continue to stand in that sustaining grace of God. No greater gift has ever been given or received.

   Beloved, having received such a great and precious gift, let the light of Christ shine through you. Prayerfully seek the Holy Spirit's empowerment to live for Christ and in the Spirit. Give the gift of God’s love by not being easily provoked and by not keeping records of wrongs. Let us not be self-seeking but prefer others, serving all as our Lord did. Give the gift of God’s love by being Christ-like.

   The love of God is the perfect gift that we can give to others. One that can be given year-round. It will always be needed and warmly received, so give generously, the Lord will always supply his love for willing vessels.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Christmas Hope | Dec. 24th

“Having no hope and without God in the world.”

   Ephesians 2:12

  Beloved, let us rejoice today, for we are no longer in this world without God or hope. Immanuel, God with us, came in Christ. The child who was born was fully God and fully man. Jesus came as the perfect Lamb of God to take away the sins of man.

  Because of Christ, we have been brought back to God and now have hope. We can trust that God is for us, not against us. We belong to Him. God is working everything for our good and our salvation, so we can have peace every day, no matter what happens. God is with you. The Holy Spirit fills you, guarantees your eternal life, and reminds you that you are God’s child. Be glad for the hope you have in Christ. Celebrate your new life, given by God’s grace. Salvation is the greatest gift.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Night of Rejoicing | Dec. 23rd

 “The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them.”

   Luke 2:20

  Beloved, let us have the same response upon hearing the good news of the first advent of Christ. Just as the shepherds received the message in the darkness of night,when the angel appeared and declared the good news of the Savior's birth, so too were they told not to be afraid. Their night ended with praise to God for all they had heard and seen.

    Let us pray that the mercy of God would have this same effect upon our lives. Turning our night into rejoicing because we have heard the Gospel. The Prince of Peace removed our fear and has reconciled us to God. Therefore, we rejoice with them for the light of God’s grace that has shown upon our hearts.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight