A Pure Heart | Nov. 5th

"Now may the God of peace.... working in us that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ,..."

Hebrews 13:20,21

Every true believer desires to please God. We earnestly hope to become more Christ-like in all that we say and do. The longer we endeavor to accomplish this, the more daunting the task becomes if we rely on ourselves.

We soon realize in our fatigue and failures that we need to depend upon the Lord to work in us that which pleases Him. We certainly have a responsibility to seek the Lord and follow Him in faithful obedience.

We must look to the Lord to help us. It is the Holy Spirit who transforms us and works in us the grace of God. The Spirit of the Lord gives us the power to walk uprightly before God and create within us a heart that is pleasing to Him.

This is your hope today, beloved. Ask the Lord to renew a right spirit within you and to keep your heart pure.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

The Cornerstone Nov. 4th

"Behold, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious, and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame."

1 Peter 2:6

Many years ago, while working carpentry, we would occasionally have to resecure the support for the older colonial homes. This would involve reestablishing a secure means of supporting the house. It would ensure the house's integrity and, hopefully, enable it to stand another hundred years.

In Christ, we have a precious cornerstone to stand upon in this life. The strength He supplies enables us to endure any trials we experience. There will never be anything in this world that Jesus cannot keep us through. His peace is eternal. His grace is sufficient. God's wisdom is timeless, and He is faithful in goodness.

If you have weakened in your spirit or have put your trust in yourself, turn to Christ today. Stand upon the salvation Jesus has provided for you and the hope He has offered to you. You will never be put to shame for trusting in Jesus Christ.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Be Kind | Nov. 1st

"Let your reasonableness be known to everyone."

Philippians 4:5

Beloved, we all appreciate those who have been gentle with us when it was not always easy.

Something is becoming of an individual who possesses a quality of propriety—knowing what to say and what not to say in different circumstances, an ability to keep passions in check with gracious humility while thinking of others.

The Holy Spirit can enable us to have such a character. To be gracious like our Lord. This is something we must pray for while seeking God's help in situations where gentleness and moderation are needed.

Let us entreat the Lord today for His lovingkindness to be expressed in our lives so that our reasonableness is known to everyone.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight