Universal Utterings
for January 21, 2026
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01-21-2026 Mark 3 v0106 To Save Life Rather Than Destroy It
The Gospel of Mark Chapter 3 Verse One thru Six
1 Again he entered the synagogue. There was a man there who had a withered hand. 2 They watched him closely to see if he would cure him on the sabbath so that they might accuse him. 3 He said to the man with the withered hand, “Come up here before us.” 4 Then he said to them, “Is it lawful to do good on the sabbath rather than to do evil, to save life rather than to destroy it?” But they remained silent. 5 Looking around at them with anger and grieved at their hardness of heart, he said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” He stretched it out and his hand was restored. 6 The Pharisees went out and immediately took counsel with the Herodians against him to put him to death.
In Mark 3:1-6, we encounter a powerful narrative that underscores the core of Jesus’ mission: the preservation of life over ritual adherence to the law. In this passage, Jesus heals a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath, challenging the rigid interpretations of the religious leaders. His actions symbolize the heart of God’s desire for us—to restore, heal, and embrace life, even when it contradicts societal norms.
Today, we can draw parallels between this scriptural account and the current state of affairs, where some factions prioritize ideology over the sanctity of life. There exists a tendency among some, particularly on the left, to advocate for choices that undermine the very essence of life, taking a stance that often dismisses the value of human existence in pursuit of a non-Christian politically correct agenda. This reflects a deviation from the commands of our Lord and Savior, who consistently affirmed the importance of life and compassion.
Many may choose to remain silent amid the distractions and the noise created by those who seek to elevate worldly philosophies over the eternal truth found in Christ. These distractions serve as tactics to bully and manipulate public discourse, driving a wedge between humanity and the salvation that Jesus offers.
In stark contrast, we are called to remain steadfast in our conviction that life is sacred and must be preserved. As followers of Christ, it is our duty to stand firm against narratives that devalue life while promoting the transformative message of salvation. Jesus’ healing on the Sabbath reminds us that love and compassion should prevail over mere tradition. Let us, therefore, boldly proclaim the truth of Christ, advocating for life, and reclaiming the narrative that values every individual as created in the image of God. Amen.
Join me as we pray our daily prayer of forgiveness. The Lord’s Prayer.
At the Savior’s command and formed by divine teaching, we dare to pray:
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever.
I am sorry Lord. I believe You died and rose for me. Please forgive me as I forgive others. I share You as my Lord and Savior seeking to live your Will in all things. Prayers for wife Toni and my mother Betty pray for our children especially our two oldest Alexandra & Allen Son in Law Mark Stern; Julian, Gabriel and Jeffrey and our grandchildren Oliver, Julian and Elliott. We pray for those we’ve said we’d pray for and those who’ve asked us to pray for them. We pray for the dying as we do each day Lord give them peace in their last breath. We pray for Holy Mother Church. Our prayers for our niece Brittany. In Jesus Precious Blood by His Name we pray. Amen.
I am a poet obedient to Christ,
Catholic Evangelist Thomas Cruz†Wiggins
†Spirit led God inspired Christ fed†®
Ephesians 6:17-20
01-21-2026 Mark 3 v0106
**To Save Life Rather Than Destroy It**
In a house where whispers dwell,
A man with a withered hand did tell,
Among the crowd, the tension grew,
The hearts of many, both false and true.
Pharisees watched with judgment’s glare,
Seeking to trap Him but totally unaware,
The Jesus, wise, saw through their scheme,
Compassion flowed like a healing stream.
“Stretch forth your hand,” He called with grace,
A simple act in that sacred space,
The withered limb was restored anew,
In that moment, faith broke through.
The hearts of some turned hardened stone,
In anger twisted, they’d not atone,
Yet love prevailed, a beacon’s light,
As grace ignited in the darkest of night. Amen.
© Thomas Joe Cruz†Wiggins
January 21, 2026 @ 04:24 AM EST
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