Do Not Be Afraid | Aug. 22nd

"Fret not yourself because of evildoers; ... Trust in the Lord, and do good, .."

Psalm 37:1, 3

There are many concerning events in the culture at this present time. Ideologies and actions that are in direct contradiction with God and His word. Circumstances like this have the potential of disquieting the heart and mind. We could end up being fixated upon what is negative and become weary in well doing.

God's people must set their minds and hearts upon God and His word. To entrust themselves to Him and all that concerns us. We are to be light in this world, beloved. This implies that the world is dark by nature. We live in a fallen culture that has rejected the Lord and His word. In this hostile environment, God has sent us out.

We do this not in our strength but in the power of the Lord. The Holy Spirit equips, encourages, and comforts us in life. Let not your heart be troubled. Trust in the Lord and the power of His might. God is with you.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Thought | Aug. 21st

"Oh, how I love your law! It is my meditation all the day."

Psalm 119:97

When I was a child with my dad in the car, he often asked me what I thought as I looked out the window. Sometimes, my mind was wandering or observing what we were passing by. I am not sure what my dad was looking for. Perhaps he just wanted to talk with his son. It did make me aware of my thoughts. What was I thinking about and why?

Our thoughts reveal what is most pressing on our minds and can also reflect what we love and value most. If someone is always thinking about themselves, we say they are self-centered and oblivious to others. If someone displays thoughtfulness towards others, we say they are kind and gracious.

Above all, may we follow the example of the Psalmist, having our minds set upon the word of God. Scripture should be something we do not merely give a passing thought to. It must be something that we think long and hard about. Let us give it much contemplation through prayer and quiet reflection. Nothing is more important for our minds to dwell upon than the Bible.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight

The End of Tears

"He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, ..."

Revelation 21:4

Many tears have fallen from the eyes of God's children. The promise from scripture that goodness and mercy shall follow us all the days of our lives has proven true. However, in this journey, there has been cause for tears. Trials and pain have also accompanied us through the pilgrimage of faith. Mercy was new every morning, and grace proved sufficient for all these trials, but tears were present.

The promise of comfort in this life from the God of all comfort comes with the coming promise of no tears. The time will come when the last tear of life is wiped away. Many tears are present with those as their loved ones pass from this life to the next, but those tears will wiped away with the coming of the Lord. The Lord will make all things new, and in that moment, the tears of sorrow, pain, and fear will cease. The only tears that will appear will be ones of joy and relief.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight