
Daily Scripture, January 10, 2026
Perhaps hope, instead of being based on circumstances or on human motivations, is based on the “one who is true.”

Perhaps hope, instead of being based on circumstances or on human motivations, is based on the “one who is true.”

And because time is short, Advent and Christmas remind me that just as Mary carried and bore Godself, I am to work tirelessly, using my gifts and talents to the full, to continue the work of birthing God into the world.

As a present-day disciple, I want God to increase my faith. But that means it’s up to me to open doors, take down walls and barriers, and tap into the ever-present love of the God who longs for me.

Perhaps this week we can all pray for a good interior housecleaning, calling on the help of Jesus, the saints and angels, all those living and dead whom we love, and even a good therapist!

Prophetic Gospel voices are desperately needed in our world today. Let’s do it together.

In my heart, though, I know it isn’t right for fear to drive us away from God instead of into God’s arms.