Tired of Being Tired | April 14th

 “Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is an everlasting God, Creator of the ends of the earth, He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. Even youths faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they that wait for the Lord shall renew their strength.”

  Isaiah 40:28,30,31

  Beloved, we often find ourselves weary. Each day concludes with a sense of diminished stamina and strength. We continually require nourishment, hydration, and rest, as the resources from the previous day are depleted. We long for renewal in mind, body, and spirit. The fragility of our human condition can be painfully evident. Yet, throughout all our days, we hold a promise: we belong to God, who never grows weary.

  Nothing has ever diminished God, nor will anything ever do so. He is eternally omnipotent and omniscient. He never grows tired or experiences lack. The Creator of heaven and earth is self-sufficient. All life originates from Him, and everything within creation is sustained by God. Therefore, our spirits need not faint; when we look to Him, we are renewed.

  Our renewal is accomplished through the Holy Spirit, a blessing granted to us in salvation. Although our physical bodies perish, our inner selves are renewed each day. We possess the hope of eternal life in Christ. Not only have our souls been regenerated, but our bodies will also be made new. The complete power of redemption encompasses both soul and body. Until that day arrives, continue to look to the Lord. He will guide and strengthen you. His mercy is renewed for you, and the Lord upholds you when you are exhausted.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Kindness | April 10th

 “The fruit of the Holy Spirit…kindness….”

  Galatians 5:22

  Beloved, kindness is a fruit of the Holy Spirit that every child of God should have in abundance. This fruit is not just for following rules or being polite to coworkers or people in traffic. The real test of kindness comes with those who truly know us.

  Our spouse, family, and close friends know us best, and this is why we need the Holy Spirit’s help to show them kindness. We share a history with these loved ones, which can bring both new hurts and healing. Sometimes they remind us of our mistakes and flaws. True kindness shows up in these moments.

  Kindness to strangers can sometimes be little more than image management. Trying to project an image that has no true cost or depth. In the end, we would want to be kind to everyone as the Lord is kind to us. Let us pray that the Holy Spirit fill us and enable us to be kind to all, especially to those who know us best.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

River of Joy | April 9th

  “There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God.”

Psalm 46:4

  Beloved, North Brook is the stream that flowed behind my childhood home. Its waters still make my heart glad today. Within that stream lie many childhood memories—not only fishing and swimming but also fellowship with family and friends. Over the years, this quiet brook also became a place of solitude and peace.

  The Spirit of God brings joy to the hearts of those whom He has regenerated. Just as a river brings abundant life to the city of God, the Holy Spirit renews our spirits from death to life, continually leading and empowering us to live for Christ. He convicts us of sin, reveals our need for Christ, and enables us to call God our Father.

  Through the Spirit of God, we become members of His family and share fellowship with Him and with one another. We are continually formed into a greater likeness of Christ and encouraged by each other. This cherished relationship in Christ, made possible by His Spirit, brings gladness to the people of God. Let us remain in Christ today and yield to the Holy Spirit, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight