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Inspired by letters to Timothy

Today Todd and I shared a couple of Monday Motivation devotionals, both inspired in part from Paul’s letters to Timothy.

The first is called ‘Whack-A-Mole,’ and deals with being content…click here to read it.

The second devo is ‘From Pity to Praise‘…you can click here to read it.

Name a liquid in your kitchen that you hope no one ever accidentally drinks:

1- Liquid soap or cleaner (46 votes)
2- Vinegar (30)
3- Cooking Oil (16)
4- Soy sauce (4)
5- Bacon grease (2)

Congratulations to Laura from Mount Vernon who wins the One Sonic Society CD, “Great Are You, Lord.”

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

Lessons from Joseph

Today we shared Monday Motivation from the story of Joseph in Genesis – the Joseph who had the coat of many colors…was sold by his brothers into slavery…became favored in the Pharoah’s palace…ran from Potiphar’s wife, was falsely accused, but still went to jail…but found favor by interpreting the warden’s dreams…then saved Egypt from famine…reunited with his brothers and forgave them!

What can we learn from Joseph?

  • we often don’t see life’s shocks coming
  • keep your eyes fixed on God, especially throughout the twists and turns we can’t forsee
  • run from sin
  • use your abilities for what God is doing in the world
  • in everything, our soul’s enemy means it for evil, but God means it for good
  • be careful what you allow to become the defining moment of your life
  • God specializes in redeeming messed-up situations, bringing salvation where there was only destruction

Name something to which some people love to give away the ending.
1- A Movie (80 votes)
2- A Book (11)
3- A Joke (6)

Congratulations to Jennifer of Mount Vernon who guessed correctly and wins a WNZR Lifeline 2020 Echo t-shirt.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

The ever-present presence

Today’s Monday Motivation comes from a Colombian soccer player who reminds us, with Jesus, we are NEVER alone! Read the full devotional from Our Daily Bread by clicking here.

Name something you do while you soak in the bathtub:
1- Read
2- Relax
3- Listen to Music
4- Daydream
5- Sing
6- Think

Congratulations to Brenda from Fredericktown, who guessed the top two answers and wins the CD ‘Revealing Jesus’ from Darlene Zschech.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

Elvis and the power of singing

Today’s Monday Motivation comes from devotional ‘The Singing Revolution,’ written by Bill Crowder, reminding us about how powerful music can be for our spirit. Read it by clicking here.

Name something about the real Elvis that’s better than his impersonators.

1 – Singing/voice (47 votes)
2 – His looks (14 votes)
3 – Originality (12 votes)
4 – Dancing (11 votes)
5 – Bank account (5 votes)

Congratulations to Jamie from Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer and winning a sampler CD from Skillet featuring songs from their albums “Rise” and “Awake.”

Thanks for listening!
– Alyssa

Kindness, continued…

Today’s Monday Motivation comes from the devotional ‘I Will,’ written by Anne Cetas, reminding us to open to new friendships. Read it by clicking here.

We also shared a hand sanitizer recall today…here’s the info:

The coronavirus pandemic has led to a surge in hand sanitizer purchases, but now the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning that nine brands may be potentially toxic. 

The FDA said Friday that consumers should stop using any hand sanitizer from Mexico-based manufacturer SA de CV, due to the potential presence of methanol, or wood alcohol, in its products. The FDA warned that methanol can be toxic when ingested or absorbed through the skin. 

The FDA listed the following products in its warning: 

– All-Clean Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-002-01)

– Esk Biochem Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-007-01)

– CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-008-04)

– Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-006-01)

– The Good Gel Antibacterial Gel Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-010-10)

– CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-005-03)

– CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-009-01)

– CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol (NDC: 74589-003-01)

– Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer (NDC: 74589-001-01)

What’s the last thing you say to your children before they go to sleep?
1 – I Love You (52 votes)
2 – Good Night (29 votes)
3 – Prayer (5 votes)
4 – God Bless You (3 votes)
5 – Don’t Let the Bedbugs Bite (3 votes)

Congratulations to Karen from Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers and winning Newsong’s “Faithful” CD.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Alyssa

Motivation and mystery

Today’s Monday Motivation comes from author Mike Wittmer with a reminder that a little self-evaluation is always important. The question is – ‘where are you headed?’ Read more here from Our Daily Bread.

100 people surveyed – top 7 answers on the board!

Name the top two things you dread about going to the doctor:
1- The wait (31)
2- The shots (23)
3- Results or bad news (19)
4- The exam (11)
5- The smell (5)
6- The bill (5)
7- Undressing (5)

Congratulations to Cindi from Mount Vernon who guessed correctly and wins the Phil Wickham CD, Living Hope.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

Where do you run?

Today we shared Monday Motivation about where we run when things aren’t going well…or we’re scared…

Sheridan Voysey shares ‘False Places of Safety’ at this link from Our Daily Bread.

Name something you see on the outside of a church:
1- Cross (47 votes)
2 – Steeple (17)
3 – Stained Glass (14)
4 – Sign/Church Name (11)

Congratulations to Pam from Fredericktown, who guessed the top two answers and wins Mandisa’s CD ‘Out of the Dark.’

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

A call to prayer…

Today we acknowledge and respond to the fact that things are just not okay right now in our country. So what’s our response? PRAYER.

So, today I shared a devotional about go-between prayers…we give them, but we also receive them. Want to know more? Click here to read this thoughtful devotional from Our Daily Bread.

Here’s more about the author, Jennifer Benson Schuldt.

Besides a teacher, name a job at a high school.
1- Janitor
2- Principal
3- Counselor
4- Cafeteria Worker
congratulations to Joanne from Mount Vernon, who guessed the top two answers and wins a copy of the MercyMe CD, Lifer.

Thanks for listening! Keep praying!
– Joe

This little piggie…

Okay…an awkward way to start a blog, right? It will make sense, I promise!

Today’s Monday Motivation is called “Our Father Sings.” Read this amazing perspective on God’s musicality by clicking here.

Name something that one of the five little piggies did:
1 – Went to market (50 votes)
2 – Cried Wee Wee Wee all the way home (23)
3 – Stayed home (13)
4 – Ate Roast Beef (10)
5 – Had none (4)

Congratulations to Pat from Mount Vernon. She answered the top two correctly and wins a WNZR t-shirt!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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