KRISTI LEIGH — Good morning!  Here’s all the song info for this morning’s show.  I’m really excited to play songs in the themed hour at 9:00!  It’s the theme: “Songs for Adoption Awareness Month”.  We were all adopted into God’s family by believe in Jesus and His finished work on the cross and resurrection from the grave!  Let’s thank Him for that and pray for hearts and lives to be changed this month!  Adoption by God–and by loving families on this earth–is such a beautiful thing!

Kristi Leigh — WJTL DJ
Kristi@WJTL.com

RADIO FRIEND PHIL – Greetings! It’s time for this week’s New Tunes at 9 Roundup: New Tunes at 9, one-hour of new and emerging music, weeknights at 9 p.m. on WJTL. New projects available this week: “Miracle” by Third Day and “For The Glory,” from the O.C. Supertones. Another project that I highly recommend is “The Loudest Sound Ever Heard,” by the Choir. “The Loudest Sound Ever Heard” is another sonic masterpiece! The project is full of lyrical poetry, imagery, the Choir’s impeccable sense of time and space, and the their signature ambient soundscapes (or “sheets of sound”). The band, led by singer/guitarist Derri Daugherty, and lyricist/percussionist Steve Hindalong, continue to create musical art on their own terms, often aided and shaped by Dan Michaels, a musician who plays the lyricon, an instrument he calls, “a wind-controlled, midi-saxophone.”  For more on the Choir, go to http://thechoir.net/ You can preview “The Loudest Sound Ever Heard” at the band’s iTunes store, sign up for band updates and check out special music packages, which currently includes a free 9-song compilation download (and the new single, “Shadow of the Cross”).

phil@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – From Luke 8:21.

Jesus said, “My mother and brothers are those who hear God’s word and put it into practice.”

This statement broadens our view of family. At the time when Jesus said this, someone approached Jesus to tell him that his mother and brothers were standing outside wanting to see him. But they were having trouble getting through because of the crowd.

That is when Jesus widened the definition of His family circle to include anyone who was receptive to God’s Word and applied His truth to their lives. This application includes receiving the good news of salvation found only in Jesus Christ. This family definition includes people of faith for future generations, including ours. Family membership is one of God’s spiritual blessings for the follower of Christ. He enlarges our family to include God’s people who are brothers and sisters in Christ. Our fellowship is meaningful through the blood of Christ.

Putting God’s word into practice is a vital sign of a changed life in the Year of Transformation.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – From Hosea 10:12.

“Sow for yourselves righteousness, reap the fruit of unfailing love, and break up your unplowed ground; for it is time to seek the LORD, until he comes and showers righteousness on you.”

Unattended soil is unproductive dirt. It just lays there, not producing anything that can be turned into food. This kind of soil is compared to the heart that is resistant to the Gospel. However, breaking up the unplowed ground of our heart is comparable to making our heart tender to God. We become receptive to the word of the Lord, and that word becomes a seed that springs forth a productive crop that leads to eternal life. The seed of God’s Word also produces the righteousness of Christ in us as we accept His message of grace by faith.

Choices have outcomes. We cannot expect good fruit to form out of bad seeds. Galatians 6:7 says, “God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.” Seeking the LORD prepares our heart to receive the word of the LORD so that we might be trained in His righteousness and live a productive life.

Planting God’s Word in our heart is a vital sign of a changed life in the Year of Transformation.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – From First Timothy 2, verses 1 to 3.

“I urge then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good and pleases God our Savior.”

Yesterday, Gerard Long of Alpha said this prayer on behalf of our nation: Dear God, my fervent prayer is that we would have an environment that is rich for the Gospel. We pray that nothing would hinder the Gospel of Jesus Christ from spreading throughout our nation.  What a privilege to live in a country where we are free to worship Your precious name, Amen.

Today (November 06) is Election Day. Many people are going to the polls today to vote for government officials. This freedom is a tremendous privilege and responsibility.

Another freedom that we enjoy is the opportunity to pray.

Pray for wisdom as Americans vote for government officials. Pray for wisdom for the leaders who will be elected. They will have some enormous challenges to face.

Prayer for authority is a vital sign of changed lives in the on Year of Transformation.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – from Matthew 14:27.

In the midst of stormy waters, the disciples had seen Jesus walking on water. Jesus immediately said to them, “Take courage! It is I. don’t be afraid.” Peter replied, “Lord, if it’s you, tell me to come to you on the water.

Jesus said, “Come.”

Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me.” Immediately, Jesus reached out his hand and caught him.

As long as Peter was walking toward Jesus, he was able to do something extraordinary. He was walking on water. He did not begin to sink until he took notice of the storm, and became gripped with fear. This has application for our lives. Fear keeps us from accomplishing the extraordinary things that God is calling us to do. Fear of the future, fear of public speaking, and fear of failure can paralyze us from drawing closer to Jesus. Faith in Jesus keeps us moving forward and rising above adversity. In the midst of our failures, we can call on Jesus for the strength to save us. His arm is long enough and His grip is strong enough to rescue us.

Faith focused on Jesus is a vital sign of a changed life in the Year of Transformation.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

Praise & Worship Show Playlist

November 04, 2012

RADIO FRIEND PHIL – Greetings! Please take the new WJTL RadioTraks Music Survey! Everyone who rates the music qualifies to win free music from WJTL, including “Nothing Worth Knowing,” by Crossway Collective http://wjtl.com/musics/radiotraks/

phil@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – from Ephesians 5:16 and 17.

“Be very careful, then, how you live-not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.”

God has a purpose for our lives. He made us so that we might enjoy fellowship with Him and make Him known to others.

How can we discern where the Lord is leading us? There are various factors that help us to understand God’s will for our lives.

God’s will is consistent with His Word. So, we can be confident that God would not lead us to live in such a way that contradicts the principles found in His Word. As we commit ourselves to God, He increasingly gives us clarity on what to do.

God’s will is also revealed through opportunities. The talents He gives us, along with our passions can become a platform for us to glorify God. Awareness of people’s needs provides opportunities to make a difference for them.  The burdens that He gives us stir us to speak out and take a stand for Biblical virtues. Proverbs 3:6 tells us that as we acknowledge the LORD in all our ways, He will direct our paths. He will clear the way for us to do His will.

Making the most of God’s opportunities is a vital sign of a changed life in the Year of Transformation.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

ANN D’ALESSANDRO-

November is another busy month for WJTL!   Here is a list of where we’ll be.  Hope to see you at one of our events!

*Fri & Sat. Nov. 2^nd & 3^rd from 9AM-5PM  – Baby & Toddler Expo at the Lancaster County Convention Center.   http://www.lancasterbabyexpo.com/

*Sat. Nov. 3^rd  from 9AM-Noon – Kids Cookie Break Live at the Baby & Toddler Expo. http://www.lancasterbabyexpo.com/

*Thurs. Nov. 8^th  – THE CHOIR at Manheim Brethren In Christ Church /Warehouse 54 at 7:30PM.  Doors at 6:30PM. 717-459-3701 or http://www.cmilive.com/   Tickets also available at the door.

*Fri. Nov. 9^th  at 7PM – THE CHOIR Live From The Junction Center!  Be sure to listen on Winning Wednesday (Nov. 7^th) for your chance to win a spot on our Guest List! (And keep this number handy 717-392-3690!)

*Sat. Nov. 10^th – KCB Skate 10-Noon at Castle Roller Skating Rink in Lancaster.

*Sat. Nov. 10^th  – The City Harmonic – I Have A Dream Tour with Daniel Bashta, Eric Brandon and speaker Geoff Moore at Lancaster Bible College at 7PM.  Doors at 6PM.   717-459-3701 or http://www.cmilive.com/  Tickets also available at the door.

*Wed. Nov. 14th – Youth Group Night from 7-9PM at The Junction Center.  Youth leaders sign up here!   http://wjtl.com/stationinfo/youth_group/

*Thursday, Nov. 15^th from 4:30-7PM – Adoption Night at the Movies  at Penn Cinema.  FREE Movie Night includes “The Blind Side” and “Meet The Robinson’s”.  The King’s Strings will be performing in the lobby before the movies.  http://cobys.org/news.htm

You can also find all or our events at the Events Calendar.  WJTL Events are in Orange and KCB Events are in Red.  http://wjtl.com/events/

Hope to see you soon!

Ann D’Alessandro – So excited for the Choir next week!!!

ann@wjtl.com