Seasons of Life | Nov. 26th

 “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.”

   Ecclesiastes 3:1

  Beloved, we are susceptible to the ever-changing seasons of life. No one is exempt from birth or death. Everything between these two epochs is life. Thankfully, we are not left to fate but have the promise of God’s providence at work. He is with us in each moment.

  In the midst of God’s providential care, we should humble ourselves before Him by acknowledging that He is Lord of our lives. It is our duty to seek the Lord, to know Him and His ways through the word of God. Only through scripture will we have a clear understanding of the Lord and what is required of us. It is by the grace of God that we are invited to have fellowship with Him, and this same grace enables us to do so.

  As the seasons of life come and go, let us ask God in prayer for His wisdom and the grace to accept the changes that come. Sometimes wisdom comes from instruction and/or experience. The simple task of making a bed can be learned by a child through instruction and by doing. Life becomes more complicated, but these same principles remain. Instruction and doing. We need the grace of the Lord and the peace He provides as we trust Him for each day. There is an allotted time for every matter we face. The Lord is willing to guide us as we look to Him.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Jesus Prayed | Nov. 25th

 “For their sake, I consecrate myself.”

  John 17:19

   On the night He was betrayed, Jesus prayed for His disciples. He asked the Father to protect them from the evil one because they belong to Him. Jesus deliberately prayed aloud so His disciples could hear His words. He did this to encourage them and to show them His heart.

   This prayer is a special act of intercession. Jesus has set Himself apart as our high priest; this is the consecration He speaks of. He continues to intercede for us, asking for our protection from the evil one.

  Because we belong to God, Jesus keeps our faith rooted in His truth. The Spirit protects us from the evil one's deception. The deceiver tries to distort the Gospel with false teachers and by twisting God's word. Jesus still intercedes for His people, and in Him, we have overcome, just as the early disciples did.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

You Are Indispensable | Nov. 24th

“The parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable.”

   1 Corinthians 12:22

  Beloved, how strong is your thumb in comparison to your leg? You could never put the entirety of your body weight on your thumb as you would on your leg. Yet the thumb is indispensable in day-to-day tasks. Though it is weaker than the leg, it is useful and, in many instances, is used in tandem with our legs.

   Nothing we do for God is insignificant. There is no task too great or small when done for His glory. The ministry of the Lord is not carried on solely by those who stand before the church. Every member has a contribution to make, and all are valued in God’s service.

  Prayerfully consider how you can build the house of God and encourage others in Christ.  Faithful attendance can bless those around us. A warm greeting, a word of encouragement, or a listening ear can all be used for the Lord and become a blessing to others. Be intentional in speaking to others when you come to worship.

  Do not compare your talents with others. Be faithful with what you can do. That is enough. If your faith seems weak in comparison to theirs, do not hesitate to offer yourself to the service of God. No one's faith is useless.

 So whether you have great faith or small faith, a few talents or many, offer it all to the Lord.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight