A Welcomed Message | May 5th

 “He is a good man and comes with good news.”

   2 Samuel 18:27

  Beloved, these words were spoken by King David when he learned that Ahimaaz, the son of Zadok, was approaching him with a message.

  Let it be said of us that we are good, recognized for righteousness, godly character, and a spirit that reflects our Savior. As followers of Christ, our reputation should be marked by words spoken well of us, not for personal vanity but out of gratitude to God for enabling us to bless others. Let thanksgiving be offered to God because we have served as His ambassadors, providing healing to the hurting and comfort to the sorrowful.

  We should be recognized as those who bring good news, never engaging in deceit, vain flattery, or contention. Let our words be seasoned with grace so that others welcome our presence. The good news of Christ should always be on our lips as we direct others to God, speak of His promises, and remind them of His faithfulness and goodness.

  Some may reject us because of our message of hope in Christ. Nevertheless, we will not be ashamed of the Gospel, for it is good news for all to hear.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Born Again | April 4th

“For I will give you a new heart.”

  Ezekiel 36:26

  Beloved, this is the only remedy for the fallen heart of humanity. Last season, I repaired our lawnmower multiple times. With all this effort, by the end of summer, it was no longer working and was replaced by a new one.

  Small engines are not complex and cannot be compared to a person's soul. The soul that is dead in sin needs more than a repair or tune-up. A soul needs to be born again, regenerated by the Holy Spirit, and made alive unto God.

  Only in Christ can we be reconciled. Only in him will we pass from death into life. A new heart is what we need. Christ the Redeemer accomplished this for us. Today, you are a brand new creation in Christ. He has given you a new heart. Something we could not perform on our own and that would not have been accomplished with any amount of time or effort. It is Christ alone.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Secret Place | April 30th

 “And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say unto you, they have their reward. But when you  pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”

   Matthew 6:5-6

  Beloved, let this serve as a reminder that all actions undertaken for God should be for His glory alone. Our ultimate desire is to please Him and find our delight in Him. Whether or not others are aware of our service to God is inconsequential; what truly matters is our faithfulness.

  Social media offers significant opportunities to bless others for the Lord, yet it can also foster spiritual pride. Contemporary Christianity may risk using these platforms in ways similar to how hypocrites once used synagogues. Our responsibility is not to judge the motives of others, but to reflect upon our own hearts. In a culture accustomed to sharing every thought and experience, we must recognize the importance of doing things in secret.

  The secret place of prayer refers not only to a physical location but also to the intentions of the heart. It is characterized by humility, faithfulness, and sincerity. Such a heart is unconcerned with social approval or influence. Instead, it remains focused on God's glory, drawing others to Him, and maintaining faithfulness regardless of recognition. Nothing done for God is ever in vain, for He alone brings growth and deserves all glory. The ultimate purpose of our lives is to live for and delight in Him forever. Let us practice the secret place today.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight