Eyes Opened | April 15th

"Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!"

Psalm 133

Beloved, the Psalmist calls for our attention unto something good and pleasant. In this case, we are to look at the beauty of unity.

We will not focus on unity now but on the call to behold. All have sinned and fallen short of God's glory. In that fallen state, our spirits were dead in sin, and our minds darkened. This is not to say that a sinner cannot appreciate all that is beautiful to the eye, ear, and mind, but it is only the child of God who knows the origin of that which is good, pure, and beautiful.

As we grow in deeper understanding of God and His ways, He opens our understanding to all the glories of heaven and earth. We can behold that which pleases Him with a longing for more. Let us pray that God continues to open our eyes to His common grace in this world and the wondering of God's saving grace in our lives. Let us behold the Lord.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

The Light of Day | April 14th

"When I sit in darkness, the Lord will be a light to me."

Micah 7:8

The darkness of night befalls all of us. It reminds us that there are seasons of darkness within our lives, but none of them are permanent. Just as the night gives way to a new day, we find the mercies of God new every morning.

This conviction is more than an optimistic outlook on life. It is a firm faith rooted in the goodness and steadfast love of God. We know that there is not a night so dark that we are hidden from God. He is with us all the days of our lives.

Our hope comes from knowing what Christ has done for us in redemption. We belong to God and will never be forsaken. God is with you beloved, though the night is dark, the Lord will light upon you in mercy.

In Christ Alone,.

Pastor Wight

Strength for Life | April 11th

"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."

Psalm 73:26

There will come a day when our flesh will fail. The outward man is passing away, but we have a blessed hope that our inward man will be renewed daily. We cannot escape the slow weakening of our bodies, but we look forward to the day when this mortal shall put on immortality.

The heart of man is susceptible to euphoric heights and dark depths. We can be tossed to and fro by the tides of life unless we are anchored in Christ. He is the firm foundation of our spirit and mind. The Prince of peace that guards our hearts. Let us come to Him and entrust ourselves to the goodness of the Lord. The Lord will strengthen you by His mighty power.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight