Follow the Leader | Oct. 31st

"Follow me."

Matthew 4:19

This is a simple invitation from the Son of God. This call to follow Christ is within every Gospel message. The Holy Spirit speaks continually into people's lives, compelling them to follow Christ. Those who belong to the Lord hear and follow after Him.

There are many ways we could meditate on this verse, but for today, let us consider the intimacy of this invitation: God's lovingkindness in calling sinners to Himself. The perfect Lamb of God was willing to associate with those who did not deserve His company.

We are no better than the first disciples of Jesus. They did not fully understand the invitation or know what would become of their lives, but they followed. They struggled along as we do but found in Jesus, a faithful friend. One who would not forsake them but laid down His life for them.

Jesus calls to you today, beloved. Follow me is the invitation of mercy and grace. We do not deserve to walk with Him but as we do Jesus changes us and strengthens us along the way.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Blessed Memories | Oct. 30th

"Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."

Hebrews 13:7-8

Memories can be precious, especially when we recall those dear saints who led us to Christ and nurtured us in the faith. The word of God calls us to keep these memories fresh in our minds. We want to memorialize those who have gone on before us and emulate their faithfulness to God.

The Lord was faithful to them for their entire lives. Likewise, the Lord will be faithful to equip us for His work. The Lord is faithful to every generation and will always have a people called by His name. People who are committed to the Lord and His work.

The servants of God who strengthen us in the Lord have entered into their rest. Now is the time for us to be committed to God and his people. Let us bless others as we have been blessed. As we come to then of our race, the Lord will establish those we have ministered to in Christ. Then, they must carry on in Christ and bless others.

The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. The will of God shall be done, and the people of God shall endure by His power.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Not Finished | Oct. 29th

"He reworked it into another vessel, as it seemed good to the potter to do."

Jeremiah 18:4

My wife works in education, and for several years, she was involved in special education, which sometimes involved behavioral issues. Some of these students were tracked throughout the day, and they received marks based on performance and behavior.

Sometimes there was a positive note made and then at other times a negative mark. For some students, the negative mark would be discouraging or upsetting. But they would be encouraged that the day was not over and there was time to turn things around. Some days did not end well. However, the following day would start with encouragement and a reminder of a new beginning.

Let us be grateful the Lord we serve extends His mercy towards us over and over again. He constantly reworks us into a clearer image of Christ. We are marred and the vision of Jesus can be blurred at times but the Lord is faithful to bring His likeness into us.

Be encouraged today beloved. The Lord will finish the good work He has begun in you and will not grow weary in this work.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight