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January 18, 2026

The Voice of Faith

Jan Turrentine   |   Read John 1:35-42

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Lectionary Week
January 12–18, 2026
Scripture Overview

Scripture consistently portrays faith as an identity-forming spiritual quality that acts and speaks. Isaiah demonstrates unwavering confidence in God, regardless of circumstances, and a mission to be light in the world. The psalmist’s faith produces hope in God’s deliverance and “a new song” that proclaims God’s salvation to others. Paul’s portrait of faith includes an identity and giftedness that enable believers to fulfill God’s purposes. The Gospel of John reminds us of the power of testimony in pointing others to Christ.

Questions and Suggestions for Reflection

Read Isaiah 49:1-7. How does your faith give you confidence?
Read Psalm 40:1-11. What does your “new song” of faith say?
Read 1 Corinthians 1:1-9. How does your faith keep you from harmful distractions?
Read John 1:29-42. How do you point others to Jesus?

Respond by posting a prayer.

John 1:35-42

35 The next day John was standing again with two of his disciples. 36 When he saw Jesus walking along he said, “Look! The Lamb of God!” 37 The two disciples heard what he said, and they followed Jesus. 38 When Jesus turned and saw them following, he asked, “What are you looking for?” They said, “Rabbi (which is translated Teacher), where are you staying?” 39 He replied, “Come and see.” So they went and saw where he was staying, and they remained with him that day. It was about four o’clock in the afternoon. 40 One of the two disciples who heard what John said and followed Jesus was Andrew, the brother of Simon Peter. 41 He first found his own brother Simon and said to him, “We have found the Messiah” (which is translated Christ ). 42 He led him to Jesus. Jesus looked at him and said, “You are Simon, son of John. You will be called Cephas” (which is translated Peter).

Unless otherwise indicated, scripture quotations are from the Common English Bible. Copyright © 2011 Common English Bible. Used by permission.

New Testament readers notice almost immediately that John’s Gospel is different from Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Its uniqueness provides a biblical portrait of Jesus we would not otherwise have. John’s distinct features include careful use of different writing styles like poetry, narrative, and dialogue; brilliant imagery illustrating theological truths; and...

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Lord, use me to point others to you. Amen.


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