Flowers for God | July 9th

"In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven."

Matthew 6:16

One of the beautiful things about this time of year is to observe flowers growing. When the growing season begins in the spring, throughout the summer, and until the fall, my sisters, our mother, and I exchange pictures of our gardens.

We live in different states and enjoy seeing how things are blooming in one another yard. I often make flower arrangements from the yard for my wife to enjoy. Currently, there are a few hydrangea arrangements throughout the house.

Beloved, may we show the same effort in displaying Christ in our lives. Let us be cultivated by the Holy Spirit so that His fruit is evident in our lives and observable to others. It should be apparent who we belong to because of the fruit we yield.

It takes time and attention to detail to have things grow beautifully. Let us pay no less attention to the condition of our hearts and the beauty of Christ in our lives. May others see our good works and give glory to our Father in heaven.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Mercy | July 8th

"For I will be merciful toward their iniquities, "

Hebrews 8:12

It is a blessing that the Lord does not deal with us as our sins deserve. He is merciful toward the penitent heart, those who humble themselves before Him, seeking forgiveness and grace.

Let us never grow accustomed to the mercy that is ours in Christ. Reconciliation unto God is a privilege and the benefit of His mercy in our lives. Hopefully, we have experienced the forgiveness of others and the sense of relief when a wrong has been made right.

The forgiveness of God grants us a peace that is beyond description. A joyful assurance fills our hearts with the peace of knowing God is with us. As we have received such mercy, may we demonstrate the same compassion towards others. Let us be quick to forgive and keep no records of wrong. Love others as Christ has loved you today.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Good Memories | July 3rd

"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy,"

Philippians 1:3-4

There is nothing permanent in our lives, beloved. Only the Lord remains with us every season, place, and circumstance. However, God graciously brings people in and out of our lives. He providentially works in every season, place, and circumstance with these lives in ours.

It is good for us to recall those who have been faithful to the Lord and how they, by His grace, touched us. Some of these dear saints were with us for years, while others we meet in a single moment. God, in His divine care, allowed many to refresh and encourage us.

Beloved, may we be mindful of how the Lord would desire to use us for the benefit of others. The will of God for us includes how we may bless others. When the Bible tells us that the Lord works all things for our good, the lives of others are a part of that equation.

May we thank God in remembrance of the lives who have touched us, and may others count us as a blessing as well.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight