A Wake Up Call

“Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die.”

   Revelation 3:2

   If you have ever experienced physical therapy, it is probably because you suffered an injury or are trying to recover from a procedure. The premise is to strengthen or correct something that is weak or injured.

   Beloved, spiritually speaking, there are times when we need to strengthen our spirit or the works that we do for the Lord. Perhaps our hands have grown weary or indifferent towards others. So that they are longer active or extended in aid of others. Our eyes are shut, and our ears are turned away from the needs represented around us.

  The Holy Spirit calls us to strengthen our hearts, to bear up under the burdens of others again. To resume the work of the Lord and to seek God’s refreshing so that we might strengthen what remains. Let us not delay any longer in continuing in the will of God. Let us wake up and strengthen what remains, so that nothing further is lost. God will help us.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Safe Travels | Aug. 8th

 “He makes me lie down in green pastures.”

   Psalm 23:1

  A good shepherd knows what is suitable for the sheep to eat. The shepherd knows when and what the sheep need. They are familiar with the terrain, knowing where the green pastures are and how to get there. So a good shepherd is moving in that direction with wisdom, strength, and compassion.

    The Psalmist uses this beautiful image to relate to us the care of our Good Shepherd. Do not think that your life is given to chance or that you are on your own. The Good Shepherd knows where He is leading you, how to guide you to the green pastures, and to ensure that you are well fed. This is why those who are following are not in want. It is the faithful care of the Shepherd that ensures peace and well-being.

   Trust your Shepherd today, for He has laid down His life for you.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

The Sins of Yesterday | Aug. 7th

 “Remember not the sins of my youth or my transgressions; according to your steadfast love, remember me, for the sake of your goodness, O Lord!”

  Psalm 25:7

   The sins and foolish ways of our youth we would gladly forget. We would also hope that those who witnessed our foolish ways or were affected by our sins would equally forget. But what about God, who is omniscient? The One who knows all of our ways and the hidden intents of the heart.

   With the Psalmist, we plead that God would not remember or hold us accountable. That He would deal with us according to His steadfast love. May God remember us according to His saving grace and in the goodness of His mercy. The only way we could stand is in the grace of God. Our only plea is His mercy. Thankfully, the mercies of God are made new each morning.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight