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Fall is Here!!

On this week’s Monday Motivation we shared encouragement through scripture and played our Family Feud for Mystery Monday! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Motivation: Motivated by Mission

If we view life through a lens that is only concerned with ourselves, we’ll get tired of our circumstances and disappointed by our hard work. But if we view life through a lens of worshipping God, then nothing in this life will give us more joy than serving Jesus Christ!

The best kind of motivation is always fueled by a desire to lead yourself and others closer to Christ. If everything becomes about Him, then everything is worth doing well. If we’re Christians, then our lives belong to Jesus.

Our whole world becomes about honoring God. When we do everything with Him in mind, He never fails to bless us with His peace, hope, and love.

So as you think about the work God has put in front of you, consider what it would mean to do everything for the Lord. And then ask yourself: “in what ways will I honor God and inspire others today?” 

Joe’s Motivation: Junk files

Does your phone or your computer ever remind you that you need to delete some junk files? None of us like getting nagged by our devices, but we also know that if we clean out those files, we’ve got more space for the things that really matter. Author Adam Holz reminds us, that yes, junk files on our phones or computers are easy to delete, but what about the junk files in our souls? Like our phones, our souls can be clogged with the stuff that keeps us from being able to flourish in our relationship with Jesus. The author of Hebrews understood this reality, encouraging us to pay close attention to anything that trips us up in our walk with God. Hebrews 12: 1-2 says, “let us throw off everything that hinders, and the sin that so easily entangles, and run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”

If we fix our eyes on Jesus, He alone can help us identify and delete those junk files hindering our life in him. Our prayer today is, “father, please give us the wisdom and courage to throw off the sin that so easily entangles.”

Name a word or phrase that starts with the word “BREAK”.

  1. Break A Leg (32)
  2. Breakfast (11)
  3. Breakup (10)
  4. Breakdance (9)
  5. Break It Up (8)
  6. Breakdown (5)

Congratulations to Satarah of Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers correctly and taking home TWO $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday with Brock!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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First Day For The Cougars!!

Today on Monday Motivation we wished our assistant station manager, Eric Brown, safety during his relocation. (We’ll miss you Eric) We gave motivation through devotions, plus we played Family Feud for Mystery Monday! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Devotion: Motivation and guide during prayer-

Anywhere you feel close to God is safe space. Invite God to hear your prayer and praises whenever you do it. Always think of not only things you or someone else needs, but praises too because there’s so many things to be thankful for!

James 1:5 (NIV) “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”. Talk to God about what you need emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and physically. Add those things to your prayer. Spend some time thanking him for his faithfulness in your life! Always give yourself grace when times are hard!!

Joe’s Devotional:

Romans 12:2 “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

Paul first talks about presenting our bodies to God, then being transformed through the renewing of our minds, which results in our ability to discern God’s will.

That makes this verse incredibly useful if you’re thinking about “whole-person” self-regulation: Scripture doesn’t divide physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual life into isolated compartments. God cares about the regulation and transformation of the whole person.

Emotional self-regulation — learning to respond rather than react

The Bible doesn’t tell us to suppress emotions. Instead, it teaches us to acknowledge emotions, bring them to God, and allow wisdom and the Spirit to govern our responses.

  • James 1:19–20 â€” “Be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.” This is almost a biblical description of emotional regulation. 
  • Proverbs 14:29 â€” Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding. 
  • Proverbs 15:1 â€” “A soft answer turns away wrath.” 
  • Ephesians 4:26–27 â€” “Be angry and do not sin.” Anger itself isn’t necessarily sinful; what we do with it matters. 
  • Psalm 42:5 â€” The psalmist speaks honestly to his own troubled soul: “Why are you cast down, O my soul?” He doesn’t deny the emotion; he redirects himself toward hope in God. 
  • Philippians 4:6–7 â€” Anxiety is brought to God through prayer, thanksgiving, and petition, with God’s peace guarding the heart and mind. 

Emotional maturity isn’t the absence of strong emotions. It is the ability to feel deeply without allowing feelings to become our unquestioned master.

This week’s Mystery Monday was a stumper, but call during the show next Monday for a chance to take home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

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Choose humility!!

On this week’s Monday Motivation we gave inspiration tied into scripture and did a fun a giveaway! Plus, we did our family feud style question for Mystery Monday! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Motivation: It’s easy to get anxious and fearful when we hear about the news. I use the “Pour Over” app to get my news because it gives the news in a general format and then gives you a prayer you can say at the end. In Philippians 2:3-8 calls Christians to adopt the humble, selfless mindset of Jesus Christ by valuing others above themselves, avoiding selfish ambition, and serving others even at personal cost. It presents Jesus’ incarnation and crucifixion as the ultimate example of humility—giving up divine privilege to serve

Joe’s Motivation: Marcy and I lost our brother in law over the weekend. This year has been filled with so much lost and it’s just getting harder to grieve. We are human and we are supposed to love and care about others. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (NIV) instructs believers not to grieve over deceased Christians like those without hope, as death is temporary “sleep”. It promises that because Jesus died and rose again, God will bring with Jesus those who have died when He returns. So, do not worry you will see them again.

MTVarts are presenting To Kill A Mockingbird Friday May 8th 7:30pm – 9:30pm at the Woodward Opera House, 107 S Main St, Mt Vernon, OH 43050. It is a school performance, but it does contain language, violence, and racism. It is important and relevant, but it can be emotionally intense and may not be suitable for younger viewers. Tune in during The Morning Thing and Afternoon Drive to win tickets! Congratulations to Laura of Mount Vernon for taking home a pair of tickets!

Name a bird that would make a disgusting meal. 

1 – Crow (15) 

2 – Vulture (14) 

T3 – Buzzard (13)/Pigeon (13) 

5 – Seagull (7) 

T6 – Penguin/Parrot/Parakeet (5) 

Congratulations to Eric of Fredericktown for guessing the top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday with Ethan and Xander!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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God is our Armor!!

Today on Monday Motivation we gave motivation tied into scripture and we also did a fun giveaway! Plus, we did Family Feud for Mystery Monday! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Motivation: Anxiety is an inconvenience many people deal with on regular basis, but while I was getting ready for a formal I was anxious. I was frozen with anxiety and I didn’t know what to so I called my mom. After the call I knew my mom would tell me to pray about it and that’s exactly what I did. I sat down and prayed about it and just like that the weight was lifted off my shoulders. Instead of thinking about anxiety as a negative emotion think of it as a “check engine light” signal. Put your trust in the lord and let that motivate you to break the fear. Pray about everything good and bad. Let God replace your worries with gratitude.

Joe’s Motivation: Anxiety ties into fear, but we don’t really think about how being protected by armor can get you in trouble. Psalm 23 has gotten me into trouble in the past and sometimes we need to pray that God will guide our mouth. With different songs like “No Fear” and “Still Waters” we don’t really think about being overconfident. It’s important to know God your spiritual armer, but it’s also important to be humble and have humility. If you think you’re overconfident I strongly advise you to pray about it and remember to be calm.

Crowder is coming to Akron, Ohio!

There’s something special about hearing great songs in a room that was practically made for them, and that’s exactly what Crowder’s spring tour delivers. And he’s bringing along special guests Seph Schlueter and Patrick Mayberry! This Sunday, May 3rd at E.J. Thomas Performance Hall at the University of Akron, 198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44325. The doors open at 6pm and the concert starts at 7pm. Listen to The Morning Thing and The Afternoon Drive the week of April 27th for your chance to WIN tickets to this concert! Congratulations to Karen of Mount Vernon for taking home a pair of tickets!

Mystery Monday – Name something you start wearing again in spring. 

1 – shorts (42) 

2 – sunglasses (26) 

3 – light jacket/windbreaker (14) 

4 – rain boots (11) 

5 – sandals (7) 

Congratulations to Karen of Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Resturant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Gametime Tuesday with Xander and Ethan!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Blessed to be a Blessing!!

On this weeks Monday Motivation we gave motivation through scripture and played our Family Feud style question for Mystery Monday! Here’s what we talked about:

Joe’s Motivation:

We are all blessed and it’s important to make sure other people know how blessed they are. Share positivity to others!

  1. Compliment the first three people you talk to today
  2. Smile at everyone you come across today
  3. Purchase extra dog or cat food and take it to an animal shelter
  4. Encounter someone in costumer service who is kind and write a good review about them
  5. Leave a box of goodies to your mail carrier
  6. Email or write a former teacher who made a difference in your life
  7. Write a positive review to a local business

Gabriella’s Motivation:

It’s important to take a day and relax. Being burned out is a commonly known phrased and it means to take on too much and you hit a wall mentally. It’s important to understand it’s not a sin tired. It’s a good sign that you are working. We are supposed to work 6 days a week, but we need to take a day and relax and go into God’s word. It doesn’t have to be on Sunday, but we all need a break. If you can’t do it all by yourself (which you can’t) ask someone for help. It can be a close friend or God because He will won’t let you down. It’s also important if we can’t take anything more on we say NO.

Name something you can catch.

  1. A cold/ Illness (42)
  2. A ball (26)
  3. A fish (26)

Congratulations to Doug of Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday with Ethan and Xander!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Because He Lives – All Fear is Gone

Joe’s Motivation: As we approach Lifeline 2026, we look back on Easter with gratitude and joy at what GOD DID through the sacrifice of Jesus! It reminds me of the song ‘Because He Lives,’ originally by Bill and Gloria Gaither, but covered in 2014 by Matt Maher.

“Because He lives, I can face tomorrow. Because He lives, all fear is gone! Because I know who holds the future, and life is worth the living, just because He lives!!”

Remember that fear is one of the greatest barriers to living a Christlike life. Fear is something our enemy uses to keep us from fulfilling our purpose. But because He lives, what or whom should we fear? Jesus defeated our greatest enemy, death. ‘Fear not’ appears 365 times in the King James version of the Bible. That means it’s important!!

Gabriella’s Motivation: In order to have a purposeful life we need to live every step of the way with hope. Going through life with intent, making proactive decisions based on core values rather than reacting to circumstances. Self-Awareness, Understanding your own strengths, talents, and passions to guide your path. Contribution, focusing on making a positive difference in the world and serving others. Remember God is is almighty and will help YOU if you let him.

Name someone who gets paid to wear a mask.

  1. Surgeon (32)
  2. Hockey goalie (9)
  3. Clown (8)
  4. Batman (7)
  5. Disney Mascot (5)
  6. Welder (4)
  7. Fireman (4)
  8. Spiderman (4)

Congratulations to Rosetta of Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Gametime Tuesday with Xander and Ethan!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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We Are Full!!!

On this week’s Monday Motivation we gave Easter themed motivation and played Mystery Monday with a family feud style question. Here’s what we talked about:

Joe’s Motivation: This past week was filled with many darkness times. It’s important in this time we focus on the light. Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV) – “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” We need to find the joy and the light in harsh times. It’s easy to wallow in our sadness and it’s not what we should be doing.

Gabriella’s Motivation: John 15:5 says that we should “abide” in Him. To abide in Christ means we “live, dwell, and remain” with Him. It’s important we pray through the good and the bad. In order to be full we have to lean on Christ as His disciples did during the Last Supper. We may try to be self-sufficient, but it will never consistent without Him.

Name something cats and men have in common. 

  1. Love sleeping (11) 
  1. Being lazy (11) 
  1. Sneaky (10) 
  1. Hairy/whiskers (10) 
  1. Finicky/stubborn (7) 
  1. Like petting (6) 

Congratulations to Tracy of Howard for guessing the top two answers and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Gametime Tuesday with Ethan and Joe!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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God’s Love Runs Deep

This week’s Monday Motivation was filled with fun information about worship and devotions tied into this year’s Lifeline theme “God Did It!”, plus in the second hour we played a game of Family Feud for our Mystery Monday! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Motivation: Keep God as your firm foundation. (talk about being busy and having a. balanced life while keeping God as your firm foundation) Psalm 91:7 (NIV)- “A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you.” God is our shelter and protector. No matter how many problems or complications you are against, God is for you.

Joe’s Motivation: Our theme verse for Lifeline 2026 is “not to us lord, not to us, but to your name be the Glory.” (Psalm 115:1 NIV). Everyone has struggled with who they are or want to be. We are his children. We are made in his perfect image. You are completely accepted (Titus 3:7), you are extremely valuable (Ephesians 2:10), you are eternally loved (Hebrews 2:11), you are forgiven (Romans 8:1), you are fully capable (2 Corinthians 3:5-6)

Name something a gardener would hate to be allergic to! 

  1. Flowers/pollen (58) 
  1. Grass (21) 
  1. Dirt (7) 
  1. Weeds (7) 
  1. Bees (2) 

Congratulations to Trinity of Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday with Xander and Ethan!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Summer Vibes for This Winter Weather!!

On this week’s Monday Motivation we shared motivation through this years Lifeline Theme and played a game of family feud for our Mystery Monday! Here’s what we talked about:

Joe’s Motivation: There was nothing until God spoke, he has done so many things for us when we’ve done nothing to deserve it. He spoke and then there was everything. We wouldn’t exist without him and sometimes we take it for granted. Especially on days like this it’s so easy to be negative, but it’s important we breathe and remember our Father is taking care of us.

Gabriella’s Motivation: Our theme reminds us to take a step back and remember what God has done and will continue to do for us. We have blessing every day and some are taken for granted, but we are reminded to take a step back and count on His glory. We are made with a purpose; to glorify the Lord and tell others about Him. None of us would be where we are without him.

Name an occasion that just wouldn’t be the same without hot dogs.

  1. Baseball game (37)
  2. Holiday (31)
  3. Wedding/Party (19)
  4. Cookout/ Barbecue (7)
  5. Picnic (3)

Congratulations to Karen of Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday with Ethan!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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