Unseen | Dec. 9th

"God chose what is low and despised in the world."

1 Corinthians 1:28

Beloved, do not despair today if you are struggling with the significance of your life. In an age when people or events are sensationalized, one can wonder if their life matters.

It is not how well-known you are or how many talents you may have that matters, but faithfulness. God chose us while we were dead in sin. There was absolutely nothing significant about us or anything that we could offer to Him. We were chosen by grace alone. From this place of hopelessness, we were brought into fellowship with God and purpose.

The Lord makes us a vessel fit for His purpose. No matter how small the task or unnoticed by men, it is to be done for the glory of God, and in that, there is great reward. Faint not, who you are in Christ, and what you do for Him is not in vain.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

In the Dark | Dec. 5th

"Light dawns in the darkness for the righteous; he is gracious, merciful, and righteous."

Psalm 112:4

When shrouded in darkness, the way out of despair can seem impossible. If the heart is heavy, pressing on is exhausting and only wearies the tired soul more. Where shall our hope come from? Who shall come unto us in the time of need?

Christ the King has prevailed over darkness and death. He alone has vanquished our foe and is able to calm all of our fears. Prince of Peace is His title. His peace shall guard our hearts and minds.

The Lord is gracious and merciful, helping us in our time of need. He will not permit the darkness to prevail but shine upon us with everlasting love. The ways of God are righteous and trustworthy. The Lord is with you. He lifted us from the depths of sin and the present darkness He will dispel.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

An Icy Pond | Dec. 4th

"You have fixed all the boundaries of the earth; you have made summer and winter."

Psalm 74:17

The cold nights and brisk days of winter have set in. The Koi pond in my yard has formed a thin layer of ice, and the Koi have settled into the deeper parts in a semi-dormant state. The flowers around the edges and aquatic plants have passed. The pond may appear lifeless, but this season has been brought by God's providence. Summer and winter have equal purpose in God's economy.

The Lord has made summer and winter. Each set for a duration of time to fulfill His purposes. Our heavenly Father applies the same wisdom and care to our lives. Some seasons we may resist, while others we welcome, but may we not miss God's intentional purposes in both. All that He does is good and will be beautiful in its time.

Embrace the moment of today and welcome it as God's gift.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight