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A tribute to MLK

Today we honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by sharing a devotional from Pastor Victoria Curtiss, written as a tribute to him.

Matthew 5:43–48

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be children of your Father in heaven; for he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the righteous and on the unrighteous. For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? And if you greet only your brothers and sisters, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the Gentiles do the same? Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. (NRSV)

Jesus said that anyone can love those who love them in return. What distinguishes people of God is the way we treat those who oppose us—our enemies. Just as God shows love to everyone, so are we to show love to everyone. This inclusivity is the meaning of “be perfect” as God is perfect.

What a fitting scripture for the day we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The key to the life of Dr. King is found in his Christian faith. He responded to violence with nonviolence, to hate with love. Dr. King was always looking toward reconciliation after the battle, because his approach was grounded in the gospel. He wrote, “It was the Sermon on the Mount, not a doctrine of passive resistance, that inspired the Negroes of Montgomery to social action. It was Jesus of Nazareth that stirred [them] with the creative weapon of love.”

Martin Luther King recognized that the heart of the gospel proclaims that love can really change a situation of conflict and enmity: love reaching out toward the oppressor, love pushing negotiation, love offering forgiveness and newness. It wasn’t that he lacked an appreciation for the persistence and power of evil. It was rather his evangelist’s faith. He really believed that the intolerant and prejudiced sheriffs and politicians were sheep who had strayed from the fold, who had the potential to be converted. However powerful evil is, love is more powerful still. “Remember him,” said Coretta Scott King, “as a man who refused to lose faith in the ultimate redemption of [humanity].”

Prayer

Thank you, God, for the witness of Martin Luther King Jr. Guide me as Christ’s follower to love as you love—everyone without exception. I lift up my enemies to you and pray for their well-being. Amen.

Jonathon also shared the MLK-themed devotional ‘Brave Your Storm,’ from Patricia Raybon. You can read it from Our Daily Bread by clicking here.

Name something you’d find on a tropical island:
– palm or other trees (58 votes)
– sand or beaches (13)
– fruit (12)
– flowers (7)
– water or the ocean (6)

Congratulations to Doug from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins the WNZR Voice of the Cougars drawstring backpack.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Jonathon

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NZ Top 10 for 1/14/22

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:

10. Crowder – In The House
9. TobyMac – Promised Land
8. Jeremy Camp – When You Speak
7. Anne Wilson – My Jesus
6. Matthew West – What If
5. Tasha Layton – Look What You’ve Done
4. We Are Messengers – Come What May
3. Maverick City Music – Promises
2. for King & Country – Relate
1. Phil Wickham – House of the Lord (7th week at #1)

NEW MUSIC FRIDAY

this week’s adds:

CAIN – The Commission

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APATH3ea-D0

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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“Beautifully Broken”

Today on the show we read some devotionals from Our Daily Bread. We also had our weekly Bible trivia where one lucky person has a chance to win a $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup.

Jonathon’s devotional from Our Daily Bread is titled, “The Kingdom Of God”. You can find the link here.

Dylan’s devotional from Our Daily Bread is titled, “Beautifully Broken”. You can find the link here.

Question: What prophet came to rebuke David?
Answer: Nathan

Congratulations to Nathan of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! He wins a $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup!

Thanks for listening!

-Jonathon and Dylan

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from pharmacists to redheads and donuts…

Today’s a wide range of WHO KNEWS…January 12th give us a chance to recognize:

KISS A GINGER DAY

Fiery red hair, pale skin, and eyes of blue or green. Kiss a Ginger Day gives us all the opportunity to show our love for redheads!

Did you know that only around two percent of the population have naturally red hair? A lot of people associated red hair with Ireland. However, there are archaeological discoveries and ancient accounts that have indicated that red hair existed in Asia and Greece.

Did you also know that redheads don’t go gray? This is because red hair holds its pigment for longer than other color shades. Therefore, when it does fade, it does not go dull or gray. Instead, it will become an incredible silvery-white color.

NATIONAL PHARMACIST DAY

National Pharmacist Day asks us to take a moment to think about and thank of all those important people who work as pharmacists. These are people whose job it is to mostly see people when they are sick with a cold or cough, need a refill on that asthma inhaler, or perhaps when someone has run out of toothpaste.

In any case, these helpful folks are able to assist people all over the world to feel better, even though they mostly only see them at their worst.

Today, pharmacists aren’t responsible for actually making the pills and potions, but for storing them, fulfilling them with correct dosage, offering advice to patients, watching for mistakes or drug interactions and other duties that are vital to the health of billions of people all over the world.

–          I was born January 12, 1930 in Ontario, Canada
–          My dad was a National Railway mechanic
–          When I was 18, I was signed to play junior hockey in Toronto
–          I turned pro in 1950 and played my first NHL game that March for the Maple Leafs
–          In 1964 I opened my first donut shop in Hamilton, Ontario
–          I was a seven-time all-star and won four Stanley Cups
–          I died in a car accident in 1974 and my business partner grew the donut shop to over 4,800 locations in 14 countries

I am…TIM HORTON. Congratulations to John from Utica, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Dylan

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Unsung Heroes and Sold Out Crowd(er)s

It’s our first traditional Artist Newsday of 2022, and some of your favorite artists are already making the most of the new year!

For King & Country recently launched a pre-order of its upcoming new album What Are We Waiting For, along with its new song called “Unsung Hero”. The new album What Are We Waiting For asks a pivotal question in a pandemic-riddled world. Brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone provide the answer across 13 original tracks that confront relevant issues and confirm the duo’s commitment to community, diversity and family. Some featured artists in the album are Dante Bowe, Kirk Franklin, and Tori Kelley. Some songs that are included in the album are Relate, For God Is With Us and Together. 

Here is what Joel and Luke Smallbone had to say about this album. “What’s been particularly beautiful about this album is that we were able to be home with our families while making it,” They shared. “We cannot wait to now take more new songs on the road, to see you out there and make new memories with you all!” 

The recently released song, “Unsung Hero” is the most personal track on the upcoming album and is lovingly dedicated to the parents of Joel and Luke. The brothers raise their voices in reverent solidarity for the couple who made them the men they are today. You will be able to listen to the real-life story of the Smallbone family and its journey from Australia to America. 

Here is what the duo had to say about their parents. “Mom and Dad’s sacrificial love and selflessness inspires us to this day,” They said. “It’s hard to put into words what they mean to us, but they are both truly unsung heroes of ours. “Unsung Hero” goes out to every mom and dad, as well as every child who sees a hero in their parents.” 

Three-time GRAMMY-nominated artist Crowder kicked off the new year at Passion 2022, performing to a SOLD-OUT crowd at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta earlier this week. Crowder hit the stage during the annual gathering’s triumphant, in-person return – the largest of its kind, which brings together collegiate students from campuses across the nation and around the world for two days of life-changing worship, teaching and a challenge to live for what matters most. 

Crowder’s current single “In The House” is climbing the Christian radio charts, and he has more than 30 tour stops through the spring, hitting the road with TobyMac to serve as direct support on the Hits Deep 2022 Tour, which includes shows in NYC, Denver, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and more. Fans can purchase tickets to Crowder’s upcoming shows by visiting crowdermusic.com.

Come all you weary
Come all you thirsty
Come to the well
That never runs dry

Congratulations to Jack of Mount Vernon for correctly guessing God So Loved by We The Kingdom. Jack wins TWO $5 gift cards to Everlasting Cup!

Thanks for listening!

Jonathon and Dylan

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Starting the week right!

Hey, it’s Joe and it sure was great to return to the studio today after a week of vacation and another in isolation…

Today’s Monday Motivation starts with Cindy Kasper sharing about the joy that God provides, inspired by Proverbs 15. Read it by clicking here.

Jonathon shared a message of compassion from Kirsten Holmberg called ‘Hiding from God.’ You can find it by clicking here.

Name a sign that people disobey:
1- stop (60 votes)
2- yield (9)
3- do not enter (8)
4- no littering (5)
5- speed limit (4)
6- no smoking (4)

Congratulations to Barb of Fredericktown, who guessed our top two answers and wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Jonathon

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“Caring For Those In Need”

Today on the show we read some devotionals from Our Daily Bread. We also got an update from WNZR’s Joe Rinehart on how he and Marcy are feeling health wise.

Here are the devotionals that I chose from Our Daily Bread:

“Caring For Those In Need” by Julie Schwab. You can find the link here.

“A Worthwhile Wait” by Leslie Koh. You can find the link here.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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A Generation Chasing Christ

I was blessed with the opportunity to travel to Atlanta, Georgia to meet, celebrate, and worship with thousands of people at Passion 2022. Today on the show, I reflected on how God was able to move through 18-25-year-olds in this event to bring in the New Year!

Many big names in Christian music and ministry came together for the two day event including

  • Passion Music
  • Maverick City Music
  • Crowder
  • Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes
  • KB
  • Christine Caine
  • Jennie Allen
  • Louie Giglio
  • Tim Tebow
  • Sadie Huff
  • Levi Lusko
  • And More!

To watch any of the event on demand, visit https://www.passion2022.com/rewatch/session-one-english

Thanks for listening!

Jonathon

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“True Identity”

Today on the show we read some devotionals from Our Daily Bread. We also gave an update on the Food For The Hungry total.

Here are the devotional’s that I chose:

“True Identity” by Xochitl Dixon. You can find the link here.

“We Need Our Church Community” by John Blase. You can find the link here.

Question: How many of Jesus’ brothers are named in the Bible?
Answer: Four

Congratulations to Jean of Johnstown for guessing the correct answer! She wins a $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup!

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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