Peace for the Day | April 22nd

"Let not your hearts be troubled."

John 14:1

When our hearts are troubled, the last thing we want to hear is someone telling us not to be troubled. We wonder if they understand our feelings and why we are upset. It is easy to say not to be troubled when you are not the one in distress.

The exhortation within this verse is from the Lord. He knows what He is saying and understands the disciples' distress. The Lord can tell them not to be troubled because He is also giving them promises. This has not changed for God's people.

There will be moments when our hearts are troubled. When we lack peace and have questions. However, the Spirit of God will remind us not to be troubled. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He has always met His people and supplied grace. Let us trust the Lord today while we cast all of our cares upon Him. He will receive them as God comforts us.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

Keep Praying | April 21st

He told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart."

Luke 18:1

Jesus taught the disciples the importance of praying and to do so without losing heart. Sometimes, what we are praying for causes us to lose heart when we do not see the answer. The request represents someone or circumstances dear to our hearts. We want God to answer us according to our timing and ways. We must trust that the Lord is already at work.

God is working all things for our redemptive good. Let this enable us to continue to pray. The mercy of God is new every morning. The Lord is willing and able to help. Keep praying while you trust God.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Peace | April 17th

"The peace of god, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Philippians 4:7

Peace is a precious commodity. We cannot live without it and long for it to be restored to us when it is absent.

The need for peace can be felt in many different areas of our lives. We long for tranquility amid our relationships. We hope to be at rest concerning our future. We desire to see peace in our country. There is comfort and encouragement when people speak words of peace towards one another. We try to secure peace in our strength, wisdom, and resources but find that it is not secure.

Christ is the only true source of peace. He can bring peace to every area of our lives and fill us with blessed hope. A peace that will strengthen the mind and heart. Let us come to the Lord today and cast all of our cares upon Him. The Holy Spirit will fill us with the peace of God so that we might be at peace.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight