Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here is this week’s countdown:
10. Cody Carnes – Ain’t Nobody
9. Jeremy Camp – Anxious Heart
8. Consumed By Fire – First Things First
7. Chris Tomlin – Holy Forever
6. Matt Maher – The Lord’s Prayer (It’s Yours)
5. Andrew Ripp – For The Love of God
4. Lauren Daigle – Thank God I Do
3. Phil Wickham – This is Our God
2. Cochren & Co. – Running Home
1. TobyMac f/Zach Williams – Cornerstone (4th week at #1)
Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Zoe
Today I shared one of my favorite devotionals from Mart Dehaan. It speaks to Heroes, Tyrants and Jesus:
Beethoven was angry. He’d intended to name his Third Symphony “The Bonaparte.” In an age of religious and political tyranny, he saw Napoleon as a hero of the people and champion of freedom. But when the French general declared himself emperor, the celebrated composer changed his mind. Denouncing his former hero as a rascal and tyrant, he rubbed so hard to erase Bonaparte’s name that he left a hole in the original score.
Early believers in Jesus must have been disappointed when their hopes of political reform were dashed. He’d stirred hopes of life without the tyranny of Caesar’s heavy-handed taxes and military presence. Yet, decades later, Rome still ruled the world. Jesus’ messengers were left with fears and weakness. His disciples were marked by immaturity and infighting (1 Corinthians 1:11–12; 3:1–3).
But there was a difference. Paul saw beyond what remained unchanged. His letters began, ended, and overflowed with the name of Christ. Christ resurrected. Christ with a promise to return in power. Christ in judgment of everything and everyone. First and foremost, however, Paul wanted believers in Jesus to be grounded in the meaning and implications of Him crucified (2:2; 13:1–13).
The love expressed in Jesus’ sacrifice made Him a different kind of leader. As Lord and Savior of the world, His cross changes everything. The name of Jesus will forever be known and praised above every name.
My other devotional, “I Am His Hands,” tells the story of these two men, which you can experience from this YouTube channel, Great Big Story.
Thanks for listening!
– Joe
Today’s Who Knews:
Who Am I?
I am…John Wesley! Congratulations to Dan of Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins the Katy Nichole CD, ‘Jesus Changed My Life.’
Thanks for listening!
– Joe
Today’s Artist News:
Zach Williams announces the release of his Austin City Limits show. Read more about it from JesusFreakHideout.com by clicking here!
Here’s the video from that show of Zach sharing his testimony:
Natalie Grant and her husband, Bernie Herms, are taking their living room out on the road again in August! Read more about it here. Here’s a video they did during the pandemic:
Somebody with a hurt that I could have helped
Somebody with a hand that I could have held
When I just can’t see past myself, Lord, help me be
A little more like mercy, a little more like grace…
We had a stumper this week so check back next week for Song Poetry
Today we reflect on Colossians 3:13 since it’s Forgiveness Day…
“Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.”
…and remember, every day can be forgiveness day! Monica La Rose shared a wonderful devotional called ‘A Future With Forgiveness,’ that reflects on how South Africa tried to move forward after years of racial injustice. Read it by clicking here!
Name a popular summertime vegetable (your top two):
Tomatoes (30 votes)
Corn (20 votes)
Squash (11)
Zucchini (10)
Carrots (8)
Cucumbers (5)
Broccoli (4)
Peas (2)
Lettuce (2)
Green Beans (2)
Potatoes (2)
Congratulations to David from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins the two one-day passes to the Hiawatha Water Park and Pool.
Peggy from Mount Vernon also won our tickets for the ‘Sound of Freedom’ film screening next Monday!
Thanks for listening!
– Joe
Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here is this week’s countdown:
10. Cody Carnes – Ain’t Nobody
9. Chris Tomlin – Holy Forever
8. Jeremy Camp – Anxious Heart
7. Consumed By Fire – First Things First
6. Andrew Ripp – For The Love of God
5. Matt Maher – The Lord’s Prayer (It’s Yours)
4. Lauren Daigle – Thank God I Do
3. Phil Wickham – This is Our God
2. Cochren & Co. – Running Home
1. TobyMac f/Zach Williams – Cornerstone (3rd week at #1)
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY adds this week:
Caleb & John – Hallelujah Feeling
Today on The Afternoon Drive, Zoe shared the interview Alyssa Sidle did with Alex Sheen with Because I Said I would. Here is a little bit from Because I Said I Would
“It’s hard to overstate what has been lost: our computers, program supplies, recreation equipment, merchandise inventory, fundraising resources, event supplies, washers and dryers, sheets, towels, blankets, cleaning supplies, audio/video equipment… It’s all gone.
During this challenging time, as we rebuild what has been lost, your support becomes invaluable in sustaining our mission.”
If you would like to learn more about their organization or how to donate, please visit HERE
Zoe also talked about national selfie day and world music day!
World Music Day originally launched several decades ago in France. In 1982 the Ministry of Culture in France developed a clever idea to celebrate the wonders of music. They wanted free, live music to be available to everybody no matter what their heritage or background. Usually you have to pay for tickets to music festivals, but not with World Music Day! If you would like to know more please click HERE
Today’s Artist News (from JesusFreakHideout.com)
ORLANDO, FL – Blanca played a few songs during a very intimate service with Kurt and Brenda Warner, their family, and children with life-threating illnesses and their families on Sunday, June 11 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in Orlando.
This event took place at the end of the 21st annual “We’re Going To Disney World!” week-long trip with Make-A-Wish and Dream Factory, where the group visited Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Magic Kingdom.
Following Blanca’s music, Kurt Warner offered a message of faith and hope to the families.
Kurt and Brenda Warner’s Foundation is called First Things First. They have hosted 167 Wish/Dream kids and their families on this trip since 2002.
NASHVILLE, TN – Mac Powell, former front-man for Third Day released Live From Red Rocks on this past Friday June 16th. There will be songs from his solo career and some old Third Day Songs as well. For more info you can click HERE.
“While I love making records, my favorite part of this job has always been touring and singing along with fans in person,” shares Mac Powell. “I’ve played Red Rocks four times throughout my career, but last year was the first time I performed at the historic venue as a solo artist AND I got to play with my daughter, son, and son-in-law. It was such a special night that I wanted to share it with everyone. I’m so excited for you to relive this special night with us at Red Rocks.”
We sing to the God who always makes a way
‘Cause He hung up on that cross
Then He rose up from that grave
My God’s still rolling stones away
The song? “House of the Lord” from Phil Wickham. Congratulations to Michele from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins the Anne Wilson CD, ‘My Jesus,’ and two one-day passes to the Hiawatha Water Park and Pool in Mount Vernon.
Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Zoe
This is today’s song-inspired Monday Motivation! From the incredible CeCe Winans!
They say this mountain can’t be moved (refers to Matthew 17:20 and 21:21; Mark 11:23 – ‘faith like a mustard seed’)
They say these chains will never break
But they don’t know You like we do
There is power in Your name (Jeremiah 32:17 – ‘nothing is too hard for you!’)
We’ve heard that there is no way through
We’ve heard the tide will never change
They haven’t seen what You can do
There is power in Your name
So much power in Your name (Hebrews 1:3 – ‘The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word’)
Move the unmovable
Break the unbreakable
God we believe
God we believe for it
From the impossible
We’ll see a miracle (Genesis 18:14 – Sarah will have a son)
God we believe
God we believe for it
We know that hope is never lost…oh…
For there is still an empty grave
God we believe no matter what
There is power in Your name (Matthew 19:26 – “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”)
So much power in Your name
Move the unmovable
Break the unbreakable
God we believe
God we believe for it
From the impossible
We’ll see a miracle
God we believe
God we believe for it (hey)
You are the way
When there seems to be no way
We trust in You
God You have the final say, yeah
What is the best fruit to buy in the summer?
Watermelon (49 votes)
Strawberries (23)
Pineapples (12)
Oranges (3)
Mangos (3)
Cherries (3)
Peaches (2)
Raspberries (2)
Congratulations to Linda from Gambier, who guessed the top two answers correctly and wins the Katy Nichole CD, ‘Jesus Changed My Life.’
Thanks for listening!
– Joe
Driving Notes 