January 16, 2026

Morning Scripture​

“And if anyone hears My words and does not believe, I do not judge him; for I did not come to judge the world but to save the world.”
‭‭John‬ ‭12‬:‭47‬ ‭NKJV‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/114/jhn.12.47.NKJV

“I will not judge those who hear me but don’t obey me, for I have come to save the world and not to judge it.”
‭‭John‬ ‭12‬:‭47‬ ‭NLT‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/116/jhn.12.47.NLT

““If anyone hears my words but does not keep them, I do not judge that person. For I did not come to judge the world, but to save the world.”
‭‭John‬ ‭12‬:‭47‬ ‭NIV‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/111/jhn.12.47.NIV

Morning Prayer​

Heavenly Father, thank you for all things.  Father, thank you for this lesson and reminder.  Father, your word says you did not come to judge but to save.  Father, remind us that you have not called us to judge each other, but to love, nurture, and share with each other.  Father, open our hearts to see our similarities and not our differences.  Help us to embrace rather than judge.  Father, you have made us all different. Remind us that our differences and our shortcomings make us unique and your child, not a target for judgment and ridicule.  Father, we thank you.  In Jesus name we pray.  Amen. 

Father, as we begin the 2026 journey. Give us the courage to be non-judgmental.  Being judgmental is easy. Embracing differences and change takes deliberate thought and purpose.  Grant us your peace so that we can see beyond ourselves in 2026.  In Jesus name we pray and ask for help and forgiveness.  Amen. ​

Morning Worship / Song stuck in my Heart

Luther Barnes - Spirit Fall Down
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Monday, January 12, 2026
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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Morning Scripture

​“These things Isaiah said when he saw His glory and spoke of Him. Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue; for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.”
‭‭John‬ ‭12‬:‭41‬-‭43‬ ‭NKJV‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/114/jhn.12.41-43.NKJV

“Isaiah was referring to Jesus when he said this, because he saw the future and spoke of the Messiah’s glory. Many people did believe in him, however, including some of the Jewish leaders. But they wouldn’t admit it for fear that the Pharisees would expel them from the synagogue. For they loved human praise more than the praise of God.”
‭‭John‬ ‭12‬:‭41‬-‭43‬ ‭NLT‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/116/jhn.12.41-43.NLT
Morning Prayer
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​Heavenly Father, thank you for all things.  Father God, grant us courage, we pray.  The courage to have the conviction in our hearts to speak boldly and truthfully about the joy of salvation that you have given us.  Father, convict our hearts when we do not declare that you alone are worthy to be praised.  Remind us, Father, that not only should we confess our sins, but we should also confess that we love you, Lord, we are grateful for your blessings, and we praise your holy name.  In Jesus’ name we pray, praise, and shout Hallelujah.  Amen.

No, I did not forget the issue - that the Pharisees valued praise of self over praising God.  But if we focus on praising God and what He has done for us, we won’t even have time to think about ourselves.  Well, maybe that’s just me.  GLORY TO GOD.  Amen

PS.  I must say, this scripture and prayer excited me.  LOL
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Morning Scripture
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“Then Jesus cried out and said, “He who believes in Me, believes not in Me but in Him who sent Me. And he who sees Me sees Him who sent Me. I have come as a light into the world, that whoever believes in Me should not abide in darkness.”
‭‭John‬ ‭12‬:‭44‬-‭46‬ ‭NKJV‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/114/jhn.12.44-46.NKJV

“Jesus shouted to the crowds, “If you trust me, you are trusting not only me, but also God who sent me. For when you see me, you are seeing the one who sent me. I have come as a light to shine in this dark world, so that all who put their trust in me will no longer remain in the dark.”
‭‭John‬ ‭12‬:‭44‬-‭46‬ ‭NLT‬‬
https://bible.com/bible/116/jhn.12.44-46.NLT
Morning Prayer
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​​Heavenly Father, thank you for all things.  Father God, from the beginning, you have expressed your connection to the Father.  From the beginning, you have expressed your desire and mission to lead us to the Light of Joy and Salvation.  From the beginning, you have asked us to trust in you.  Father, forgive us when we miss the signs and the path you have outlined for us.  For some, it’s deliberate, and for others, it’s a true misstep.  Continue, Father,  to breathe Life and Love into our hearts.  We are forever grateful for your care.  In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen and thank you, Jesus.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
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