Peace in God's Kingdom | June 18th

 “With what can we compare the kingdom of God….It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when sown on the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on earth, yet when it  is sown it grows up and becomes larger than all the garden plants and puts out large branches, so that the birds of the air can make nests in its shade.”

  Mark 4:30-32

  Beloved, within a short amount of time, the disciples would see how far the kingdom of heaven would reach and which birds would find refuge in Christ.

  Jesus and the disciples went to the other side of the sea through a storm. Jesus rebuked it, and the storm ceased, only to be greeted by a man possessed by unclean spirits.

  This poor tormented soul was not held captive by one demon but by many. They declared their identity to Jesus: “My name is Legion, for we are many.” Thankfully, it does not matter whether there is one or many. Christ has bound the strong man and has plundered his house. As Jesus silenced the chaos of the sea, so He would bring peace to this man by casting out the many tormenting him.

  Although no one could restrain this man, not even with chains, Jesus set him free. He was clothed, seated, and in his right mind. When the people saw him, this once wild and unclean individual had found a place in the branches of God’s kingdom. There is no soul whom the Lord cannot save, claim as His own, and use for His glory. Let us seek our place in the branches of God’s kingdom and pray for others to find rest in Christ as well.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Deliverance From Worry | June 17th

 “Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age.”

   Galatians 1:3-4

  Beloved, do you find yourself worried about the world around us? The daily news and what we see happening can feel overwhelming. These concerns feel even more personal when we think about our loved ones. Every generation of believers has faced these same worries throughout church history. We wonder how we and our children will endure, and how their children will, unless the Lord returns soon.

  The promise of Christ’s return is assured, as is the sustaining power of our Lord. Let us recall our Lord’s authority over all unclean spirits He encountered. Remember that He willingly laid down His life for our sins and triumphed over sin and death.

  We are saved by grace alone, and that same grace sustains us each day. The Spirit of God continually delivers all of God’s children in every challenging era. Hell cannot overcome the faith present in the hearts of God’s people, not because our faith is strong, but because of the One in whom our faith rests. Nothing can remove us from the hand of God in any age until He returns for His own. Therefore, rest in the sustaining power of Christ.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Home Sweet Home | June 16th

“You saw the great city that has dominion over the kings of the earth.”

  Revelation 17:18

  “And I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God.”

    Revelation 21:2

  Beloved, we live in the city of man, but our true life and citizenship are in the city of God. Sometimes, living in this tension is hard. Our minds, bodies, and spirits feel the strain as we move through this world, yet we keep longing for the holy city.

  We live in this world yet we are not a part of it. We have momentary comfort but a nagging emptiness. We see how things constantly shift and pass like mist in the morning, and long for the permanent foundations of the city of God.

  Do not let the great city of Babylon discourage or distract you. It will soon pass away, and everything in it will be lost. Only the city of God lasts forever. There, we find real peace and lasting contentment. The Lord is in the city of God, living with His people. He has already prepared a place for us. Christ the Redeemer welcomes you and will stay with us as we journey through this world. He alone leads us to our true home, where we will live with Him and all God's people forever.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight