Driving Notes

Today we shared some of the updates happening with concerts and tours, now that large gatherings are restricted due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Please click the tour name for an update from JesusFreakHideout.com or the tour’s official site!

Michael W. Smith 35 years of Friends
TobyMac Hits Deep Tour
Amy Grant ‘Our Time is Now’
Compassion LIVE Roadshow
Winter Jam 2020

We also shared a story about two bands (Unspoken and Apollo LTD) getting innovative about having their shows postponed – read about it by clicking here!

This world can be cold and bitter
Feels like we’re in the dead of winter
Waiting on something better
But am I really gonna hide forever?

The answer? A STUMPER! We’ll bring it back next week!

Here’s the link about Quarantine Quiet Time with Matthew West and his family.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

Today, Todd shared artist news about:

• Passion’s new live music video from this year’s conference. Read the story from NewReleaseToday.com
• Matt Redman’s new album is out – read more from JesusFreakHideout.com

And I will fear no evil, for my God is with me…
And if my God is with me, whom then shall I fear?

The answer? Matt Redman – You Never Let Go

Congratulations to Sherrisa from Howard who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

Today Todd shared stories about:

• for King and Country’s Grammy wins – read more here from JesusFreakHideout.com
• a new addition for Francesca Battistelli – find out more here from NewReleaseToday.com

was…Fix My Eyes by For King and Country. Congratulations to Bonnie from Mount Vernon who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

Today for Artist Newsday, Todd shared stories about:

I Am They‘s new member – read the story here from NewReleaseToday.com

Rock the Universe is this weekend – read more here from JesusFreakHideout.com

Thought I’d also share a picture of YES, the Batmobile golf cart we discussed at the beginning of the show!  One of our show opens features the old 1966 Batman theme, so we ended up on this topic for a few minutes. This creation is part of an excellent (and funny at times) gallery from HotCars.com about Batmobiles people built.

I wanna sing with all my heart a lifelong song,
even if some notes come out right and some come out wrong.

The song is “Live It Well” by Switchfoot – congratulations to Cheyenne from Mount Vernon who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

Today Todd shared stories about:

• TobyMac‘s musical tribute to his son – read more from NewReleaseToday.com
• Matt Redman‘s new album – read more from JesusFreakHideout.com
• Cory Asbury‘s new spin on ‘Reckless Love’ – read more here!

When I was Your foe, still Your love fought for me
You have been so, so good to me
When I felt no worth, You paid it all for me

The song? Cory Asbury’s ‘Reckless Love’ – congratulations to Maude from Mount Vernon, who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

Today we shared artist stories from:

The remake of Silver Bells by Marc Martel, Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith – read more from JesusFreakHideout.com

A new addition to the Austin French family – read the story here from NewReleaseToday.com

We also shared a few tips of how to grow closer to God as the new year approaches:

• Hangout with God!  We seek to be disciplined and intentional about doing this.  Spend time in prayer, but also spend time reading and meditating on the Word.  This leads to increasing your Bible knowledge, which also draws you closer to Him.
• Solitude.  Yes, find alone time where you can allow your mind and heart to be still…and maybe hear His still, small voice.
• Accepting God’s unconditional love.
• Stay (or get) involved in church or a small group…or both!  This builds a trusted group for your accountability.
• Chase after the things of God.  What does that mean?  It means pray for clear direction of how you can get involved in God’s mission – reaching others and shining for Him.  This will look different for many of us, but think about how your can use your interests to impact others.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe