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

No Room | Dec. 22nd

  “There was no place for them in the inn.”

   Luke 2:7

   It is hard to imagine that the Son of God was born in a manger. Didn't they realize who this child was? The question we must ask ourselves, knowing who Christ is, is whether we are making room for Him in our lives.

  We periodically purge our closets and storage spaces to make room for the things we want. Perhaps you deleted photos from your phone to free up more memory. Keeping those pictures that truly have meaning.

  Let us not allow anything to crowd Christ out of our hearts and minds. He deserves and requires more than a prominent place. He should be preeminent in our lives. Our lives should be centered upon Jesus because we know exactly who He is. That the exalted end of our life is to live for the glory of God and to enjoy Him forever. Let us reflect on this truth during Christmas, making sure He truly is the Lord of our lives.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight