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Wednesday 21st January 2026

“Now when they saw him (Joseph) afar off, even before he came near them, they conspired against him to kill him. ¹⁹Then they said to one another, “Look, this dreamer is coming! ²⁰Come therefore, let us now kill him and cast him into some pit; and we shall say, ‘Some wild beast has devoured him.’ We shall see what will become of his dreams!” ²¹But Reuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands, and said, “Let us not kill him.” ²²And Reuben said to them, “Shed no blood, but cast him into this pit which is in the wilderness, and do not lay a hand on him”—that he might deliver him out of their hands, and bring him back to his father. ²³So it came to pass, when Joseph had come to his brothers, that they stripped Joseph of his tunic, the tunic of many colours that was on him. ²⁴Then they took him and cast him into a pit. And the pit was empty; there was no water in it.” Genesis 37:18-24 NKJV

Father,

Joseph, a spoiled son, not the first born, but a favourite of his aged father. Not the youngest, that was Benjamin, who sadly reminded Jacob of Rachel who died giving birth to him (Genesis 35:16-18). Joseph who was a dreamer, a talker and who seemed to be saying he would be better than all of them one day. That everyone would bow down to him (Genesis 37:7). And the brothers were fed up of his dreams, jealous of their Fathers doting on him, and conspired to have revenge. Perhaps they could not bear the thought it might come true! But enough to do murder?!

Reuben was the one to speak up and planned to rescue him. But alas before he could do so, Judah the eldest and the rest of the brothers took him out of the pit and sold him into slavery. But for You God it could have been another dead end in slavery. Or a story of a life of servitude and never heard of again. Instead his life reads better than a Hollywood thriller. Sold to the best family, rising to top spot, treachery from lusting wife, prison. Raising to trustee and helping fellow prisoners. Understanding dreams. Being forgotten and then remembered by parolee. Being top manager by receiving understanding and wisdom about dreams from You.

And You enabled Him to keep going in the terrible times and behave wisely in the good times. Because he was willing. He may not have understood but he was willing to listen and watch out for Your opportunities. May I do likewise.

In Jesus name we pray, Amen.

Worship Wednesday 21st January 2026

Simply trusting every day,
Trusting through a stormy way;
Even when my faith is small,
Trusting Jesus, that is all.

Trusting as the moments fly,
Trusting as the days go by;
Trusting Him whate’er befall,
Trusting Jesus, that is all.

Brightly doth His Spirit shine
Into this poor heart of mine;
While He leads I cannot fall;
Trusting Jesus, that is all.

Singing if my way is clear,
Praying if the path be drear;
If in danger for Him call;
Trusting Jesus, that is all.

Trusting Him while life shall last,
Trusting Him till earth be past;
Till within the jasper wall,
Trusting Jesus, that is all.

Lyrics: Edgar Page.

Tuesday 20th January 2026

“So he lodged there that same night, and took what came to his hand as a present for Esau his brother: ¹⁴two hundred female goats and twenty male goats, two hundred ewes and twenty rams, ¹⁵thirty milk camels with their colts, forty cows and ten bulls, twenty female donkeys and ten foals. ¹⁶Then he delivered them to the hand of his servants, every drove by itself, and said to his servants, “Pass over before me, and put some distance between successive droves.” ¹⁷And he commanded the first one, saying, “When Esau my brother meets you and asks you, saying, ‘To whom do you belong, and where are you going? Whose are these in front of you?’ ¹⁸then you shall say, ‘They are your servant Jacob’s. It is a present sent to my lord Esau; and behold, he also is behind us.’ Genesis 32:13-18 NKJV

“⁴But Esau ran to meet him, and embraced him, and fell on his neck and kissed him, and they wept . . . ⁹But Esau said, “I have enough, my brother; keep what you have for yourself.” ¹⁰And Jacob said, “No, please, if I have now found favour in your sight, then receive my present from my hand, inasmuch as I have seen your face as though I had seen the face of God, and you were pleased with me. ¹¹Please, take my blessing that is brought to you, because God has dealt graciously with me, and because I have enough.” So he urged him, and he took it.” Genesis 33:4-11 NKJV

Father of reconciliation,

The two brothers meet. And embrace and the the air is cleared. Jacob shows genuine remorse for their parting and joy in reuniting. He also in his own way makes recompense for what he stole. He gives Esau riches as he would have had if he was not usurped as firstborn. He lavishes and gives. And Esau accepts.

Reconciliation involves acknowledging hurt, offering forgiveness, and rebuilding trust.  We see these two men meeting and acknowledging each other. Each is willing to put the past behind and Jacob finds favour in his brothers sight and is able to try to make recompense. And it is accepted. The fear Jacob had is gone, he can afford to be generous because God has been generous with him. And he can settle back in with his family in the land.\

You, God begin to show us how generous You God are with us. Your history with Your people shows how patient and forgiving You are. And You still planned through each generations far from holy living and all mans sinful history Your overwhelming plan to offer forgiveness through Your Son Jesus. Knowing we would cruelly reject him. You continue to build trust. So we can discover that You God are trustworthy, generous and will never leave us. Even when we don’t deserve it. We are able to return to You and then find our promised land in a new heaven and a new earth (Revelation 21:1-4). We can only really know how to forgive and let go when we experience an encounter with You, God personally in Jesus. And know Your total forgiveness ourselves. And today we are learning to build our trust in You.

In Jesus name we pray, Amen.

Worship Tuesday 20th January 2026

The Lord’s my shepherd, I’ll not want;
He makes me lie in pastures green.
He leads me by the still, still waters,
His goodness restores my soul.

And I will trust in You alone,
And I will trust in You alone,
For Your endless mercy follows me,
Your goodness will lead me home.

He guides my ways in righteousness,
And He anoints my head with oil,
And my cup, it overflows with joy,
I feast on His pure delights.

And though I walk the darkest path,
I will not fear the evil one,
For You are with me, and Your rod and staff
Are the comfort I need to know.

Lyrics: Psalm 23 and Stuart Townend

Monday 19th January 2026

“And Laban answered and said to Jacob, “These daughters are my daughters, and these children are my children, and this flock is my flock; all that you see is mine. But what can I do this day to these my daughters or to their children whom they have borne? ⁴⁴Now therefore, come, let us make a covenant, you and I, and let it be a witness between you and me.”⁴⁵So Jacob took a stone and set it up as a pillar. ⁴⁶Then Jacob said to his brethren, “Gather stones.” And they took stones and made a heap, and they ate there on the heap. ⁴⁷Laban called it Jegar Sahadutha, but Jacob called it Galeed.” Genesis 31:44-47 NKJV

“This heap is a witness, and this pillar is a witness, that I will not pass beyond this heap to you, and you will not pass beyond this heap and this pillar to me, for harm. ⁵³The God of Abraham, the God of Nahor, and the God of their father judge between us.” And Jacob swore by the Fear of his father Isaac. ⁵⁴Then Jacob offered a sacrifice on the mountain, and called his brethren to eat bread. And they ate bread and stayed all night on the mountain. ⁵⁵And early in the morning Laban arose, and kissed his sons and daughters and blessed them. Then Laban departed and returned to his place.” Genesis 31:52-55 NKJV

Father God,

Jacob was running again, but this time from Laban who he has outmanoeuvred over the breeding of sheep! But You do not allow him to get away and it is good to see him making peace this time before he left. We see that change is coming into his life because of You Lord. There can be good news shared with family a reminder in the witness heap and no fear of retribution.

People noticed the change in me when I first became a Christian. For the better. Because my whole reason for living and outlook was changed by God’s love. I wonder if I am still growing? I cannot earn my holiness, You see me in Jesus as pure and good. But meanwhile can people see more of You in me? Help your people not become complacent in growing the fruits of the spirit and willing to learn more about You.

In Jesus name we pray, Amen.

Worship Monday 19th January 2026

Beautiful Lord, wonderful saviour
I know for sure, all of my days are held in Your hands
Crafted into Your perfect plan
You gently call me, into Your presence
Guiding me by, Your Holy Spirit
Teach me dear Lord
To live all of my life through Your eyes

I’m captured by, Your Holy calling
Set me apart
I know You’re drawing me to Yourself
Lead me Lord I pray
Take me, Mold me
Use me, Fill me
I give my life to the Potter’s hands
Hold me, Guide me
Lead me, Walk beside me
I give my life to the Potter’s hand

You gently call me into Your presence
Guiding me by Your holy spirit
Teach me, dear Lord, to live all of my life
Through Your eyes
And I’m captured by Your holy calling
Set me apart
I know You’re drawing me to Yourself
Lead me Lord, I pray

Chorus

Lyrics: Darlene Zschech