A Clean House | April 2nd

 “And they came to Jerusalem. And he entered the temple and began to drive out those who sold and those who bought in the temple, and he overturned the tables of the money-changers and the seats of those who sold pigeons. And he would not allow anyone to carry anything through the temple.”

   Mark 11:15-16

  Beloved, many of us celebrate Resurrection Sunday by wearing something new. It’s a joyful time, and we want to look our best and feel hopeful. While this is meaningful, let’s also remember Jesus’ actions during Passion Week when he cleansed the temple. Are there things in our hearts that need to be removed? Do we have attitudes that need to change or burdens we should lay down?

  We desire to worship our risen Lord and seek His transformative work within us, so that we may reflect His life. Christ comes to cleanse our hearts and renew a right spirit within us. This transformation, accomplished by the Holy Spirit, is glorious yet involves significant change. It requires wrestling, brokenness, repentance, humility, and surrender.

  Do not fear the intense struggle that may arise within your mind and heart as the Spirit purifies your temple. You are the temple of God, and the Spirit of God will reign within your heart, permitting no compromise. It is beneficial for us to humble ourselves under the mighty hand of God, for He will raise you into a greater likeness of Christ each day.

  May the Lord continually cleanse our hearts and lives, for we belong to Him.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight