Running Water

"The beginning of strife is like letting out water, so quit before the quarrel breaks out."

Proverbs 17:14

It is better to address a leaking pipe before it bursts and the water is uncontrollable.

Many arguments could be avoided if due diligence was exercised to resolve the issue before an outburst occurred. Sometimes, introspection is necessary to see that anger or resentment is not stored up.

The faucet comes with a shut-off valve when too much water is being poured out; unfortunately, arguments and contentions do not have a shut-off valve.

Patience and mercy are the check valves for the heart. The Holy Spirit will enable us to have a reasonable disposition. He will help us to be longsuffering as the Lord is with us. Let us ask the Lord to help us to be peacemakers today.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Lost and Found | Feb. 17th

"You are a God ready to forgive, gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, and did not forsake them."

Nehemiah 9:17

Beloved, do you have a loved one far from God? Is there a child you raised in the church who no longer goes and has no interest in serving the Lord? We often have a burden for those we love. People we have prayed over and continue to lift to the Lord. Have you ever wondered what God feels towards these loved ones?

Let the words from Nehemiah encourage your spirit and strengthen you to continue praying for them. The sheep may have wandered from the fold, but the Shepherd is searching. A coin can be lost in the house, but it will be recovered. The prodigal is in a foreign country among the filth, but they will come to their senses and start their journey back to the Father's house.

God is ready to forgive. He is merciful, abounding in steadfast love, and will not forsake them. The Lord's anger is real, but He is longsuffering and wishes none to perish. Take hold of God's word and seek God's mercy for the lost loved one. On their behalf, continue to beseech God's grace and see what the Lord can do.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

The Table is Set | Feb. 14th

"You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows."

Psalm 23:5

There are seasons in our lives when we feel helplessly alone. We feel shut off from the outside world with no one who understands or who can help.

In this moment may we be reminded who our Shepherd is. Our Lord is the Creator of heaven and earth. He brought everything into existence out of nothing and continues to hold all things together. We can never be cut off from Him. If we cannot be separated from God then we cannot be disconnected from His help.

The child of God finds that the Lord supplies peace amid the storm and He will help us in time of need. God continues to provide for us as we look to Him. You will never be put to shame for trusting the Lord. He will supply our daily bread.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight