Fatherly Love | Dec. 23rd

"Everlasting Father"

Isaiah 9:6

Our Lord is eternal and ministers to us in fatherly affection.

Christ laid down His life for us. He guides, provides, and protects us.

Let us not doubt His love for us today but entrust ourselves to his care. The Lord will not abandon you or forsake you. May the Spirit of God renew our understanding of this expression of the Lord's care. We have been broken and hurt by some earthly fathers and do not know how to relate to what Isaiah is expressing. The Lord will restore a right understanding of His affection for us. His love, provision, and protection are eternal. The Lord will keep us today until He brings us home to dwell with him forever.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Firm Steps | Dec. 20th

"I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken."

Psalm 16:8

There is confidence in having someone stand by your side. Many sports reinforce the importance of having and relying upon a teammate. In difficult moments, when exhaustion sets in or doubts stir up feelings of fear, the reassurance of another person can carry you through.

Beloved, how much brighter tomorrow looks when we consider that God is for us and not against us. Doubts and fears are calmed when we have set God before us, entrusting ourselves to Him and seeking His will.

Today, you can have this hope: peace that comes from trusting in Christ and depending upon God's providence. Put the Lord before you, and you shall not be shaken.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Christmas Lights | Dec. 19th

"The Lord will be your everlasting light, and God will be your glory."

Isaiah 60:19

One of the hallmarks of Christmas is decorating with lights. Homes and businesses alike put lights on for display. Christmas lights light up the cold nights of winter with comfort and warmth. Many families will drive around to see homes and neighborhoods decorated for Christmas.

These images should cause us to reflect upon the everlasting light and why Christians celebrate Christmas. Christ came into this dark world to ransom men from sin and death, to deliver us from the power of darkness, and to transfer us into His marvelous kingdom.

Christ is the light of the world. Whoever comes to Him receives everlasting life. Let us glorify the King of kings. May His light shine through us so that all men are drawn unto Him.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight