Hiding in the Wreath | Jan.3rd

"Even the sparrow finds a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may lay her young, at your altars, O Lord of hosts, my King and my God."

Psalm 84:3

A small porch in front of our home leads to the front door from the garage. There, we have a large Christmas wreath hanging. When the temperatures drop, a small bird will find refuge in the wreath. The sparrow or finch will find shelter from the chilly winter wind.

This fragile creature finds safety and comfort in the wreath. How much more does the child of God find refuge in coming to the Father's throne of grace? The Psalmist sees the sparrows and swallows nesting at the temple, near the altar of God. He envies them and longs to dwell near the altar of God.

We are hidden in Christ, and Him we have refuge. May our hearts long to dwell with God. Let us enjoy our fellowship with Him and take full advantage in laying our burden before the Lord. Take refuge from this world at the altar of God today.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Comfortless | Jan 2nd

"My soul refuses to be comforted."

Psalm 77:2

Can a heart be inconsolable? Scripture answers the question for us. Hopefully, not all of God's children will experience such pain, but there will be those whose sorrow is beyond comprehension.

There are experiences that no friend or family member can carry us through. The counselor or pastor will have no words or satisfactory answer for why there is such depth of sorrow. No vacation or self-care will be able to remove the thorn of anguish. Time will not heal all wounds. No earthly remedy will do.

A broken spirit will not be the final state of the child of God. The Heavenly Father, the God of all comfort, will divinely intervene. He will come in the night season and lift the hurting heart from the pit of despair. God alone knows the timing of such mercy. We can be assured that God's lovingkindness endures forever, and He will comfort us in the end, though we may bear the marks of sorrow until God makes all things new.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

The Table is Set | Jan.1

"You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life."

Psalm 23:5-6

By God's grace, I am sure many of us enjoyed the Lord's provisions in fellowship and food during the recent celebrations of seasons. We enjoyed the company of family and friends. While partaking of these meals.

Beloved, we can be sure that God will always provide for His people. We should trust that the same provision in these recent meals will not be hindered even if we are surrounded by enemies.

The provisions we are speaking of are not mere food. God will supply every need no matter what form it comes in. The grace, peace, and mercy of God will always be our portion. We will never be separated from the goodness of God. His lovingkindness is unceasing. He will be sure to work all things for our good in any circumstance and watch over His people.

The goodness and mercy of the Lord shall follow you all the days of your life.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight