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God Quote-God’s Delight

john : October 28, 2025 6:01 pm : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the LORD says in Jeremiah 32:40 and 41.

I will make an everlasting covenant with them: I will never stop doing good to them, and I will inspire them to fear me, so that they will never turn away from me. I will rejoice in doing them good and will assuredly plant them in this land with all my heart and soul.

The Lord was talking about restoring the fortunes of Jerusalem in the future. Charles Spurgeon has said, “How encouraging to the believer is God’s delight in his saints! As the bridegroom rejoices over the bride, so does the LORD rejoice over his people.”

God’s goodness gives us an opportunity to celebrate His love with a heart of reverence and awe. What amazing grace that God would faithfully love us, bless us, and give us a place in His family of faith.

Jeremiah 32:40 and 41-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for Life.

John Shirk

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Word from God’s Word-Ebenezer

john : October 28, 2025 5:58 pm : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

Today’s Word from God’s Word is Ebenezer.

This word shows up in First Samuel 7:12, when the prophet Samuel set up a stone and named it “Ebenezer” saying, “Thus far the LORD has helped us.”

This stone was set up to remind the Israelites of God’s faithfulness to them. Sometimes, they would be unfaithful to Him, and He would discipline them. But the purpose of the discipline was not to destroy the Israelites. Rather, His purpose was to turn their hearts back to Him.

Ebenezer means “Stone of Help.”  There are reference points that remind us that God has come to help His people.  Those places are at the cross and empty grave. Jesus is the evidence of God’s faithfulness, and we can count on Him to save us from our sins.

Discover how the word “Ebenezer” can have an impact on your life in the Year of God’s Word.

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God Quote-Take Courage

john : October 27, 2025 11:28 am : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the Lord says in Matthew 14:27.

“Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.”

Jesus said these words to His disciples as He appeared to them in the middle of a storm. They were terrified when they saw Jesus walking on the lake, thinking He was a ghost. But their fears turned to faith and worship after Jesus identified Himself and calmed the raging storm. When Jesus got into the boat, the disciples worshiped Him saying, “Truly, you are the Son of God.”

In the storms of our lives, Jesus is the voice of encouragement that we need. Psalm 46:1 says, “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear…”

Matthew 14:27-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for Life.

John Shirk

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Word from God’s Word-Joy

john : October 27, 2025 11:24 am : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Word from God’s Word is Joy.

John Piper defines Christian joy as a “good feeling in the soul, produced by the Holy Spirit, as He causes us to see the beauty of Christ in the word and in the world.” Joy takes great delight in God’s grace. This is the fruitful experience that flows out of walking in step with the Spirit of God. It is found among the ingredients in the Fruit of the Spirit.

One of God’s followers named Nehemiah said in the Bible, “The joy of the LORD is your strength.”

Joy sustains our passion for God day-after-day. Joy moves us to sing songs of praise to God for His righteousness and amazing grace.

The writer of Psalm 71:23 said, “My lips will shout for joy when I sing praise to you-I whom you have delivered. My tongue will tell of your righteous acts all day long….”

Discover how the word “Joy” can have an impact on your Life in the Year of God’s Word.

John Shirk

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Praise & Worship Playlist

Praise & Worship Playlist : October 24, 2025 10:00 pm : Kristi Leigh, Staff Pages
Our playlist this week is loaded with twin spins. That’s double doses of anthems led by each of the worship leaders including Matt Maher, Cody Carnes, The Helsers, The Torwalts, The Johnsons and more!
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Song Title Artist Year
6AM
Forever YHWH (ft. Tiffany Hudson) Elevation Worship 2022
Sure Been Good (ft. Tiffany Hudson) Elevation Worship 2024
How Good It Is Chris Tomlin 2025
Holy Forever (ft. Brian & Jenn Johnson) Chris Tomlin 2023
God of Revival Brian Johnson & Jenn Johnson 2020
Raise a Hallelujah (ft. Jonathan & Melissa Helser) Bethel Music 2019
Revivals In The Air Melissa Helser 2020
Praise Before My Breakthrough Bryan & Katie Torwalt 2018
Set Me Ablaze (feat. Katie Torwalt) [Live] Jesus Culture 2016
7AM
Light a Fire / Great Are You Lord (Live) David Leonard 2022
Just Jesus (Live) David Leonard & Seacoast 2025
Abandoned Benjamin William Hastings 2024
Thats The Power (ft. Benjamin Hastings) Hillsong Worship 2021
Peace Be Still Hope Darst 2020
Mighty Name of Jesus (ft. Hope Darst) The Belonging Co 2024
I Know A Name (ft. Brandon Lake) Elevation Worship 2025
Praise (ft. Brandon Lake, Chris Brown & Chandler Moore) Elevation Worship 2023
What An Awesome God Phil Wickham 2025
This Is Our God Phil Wickham 2023
I Believe Charity Gayle 2025
8AM
Thank You Jesus for the Blood Charity Gayle 2021
Thank You Jesus (Live) Josh Baldwin 2024
Made For More (Live) Bethel Music, Josh Baldwin & Jenn Johnson 2024
Daily Bread (ft. Kari Jobe) Pat Barrett 2024
Praise Him! Pat Barrett & Katie Torwalt 2023
Christ Be Magnified (feat. Cody Carnes) The Belonging Co 2021
Firm Foundation (He Wont) The Belonging Co & Cody Carnes 2022
Way Maker (Live) Leeland 2019
What A Miracle (ft. Leeland, Chris Brown) Elevation Worship 2024
Run To the Father Matt Maher 2019
9AM
Wait Matt Maher 2025
Wait On You Elevation Worship & Maverick City Music 2021
Owe You Praise (ft. Chandler Moore) Elevation Worship 2024
The Joy The Belonging Co 2025
I Know That I Know (Live) The Belonging Co & David Dennis 2025
Sing Of Your Love ELEVATION RHYTHM & Joe L Barnes 2025
Million Little Miracles (ft. Joe L Barnes) Elevation Worship & Maverick City Music 2021
A Thousand Hallelujahs Passion & Brooke Ligertwood 2022
King Of Kings Brooke Ligertwood 2023
Be Glorified (feat. Mitch Wong) Worship Together & Lindy Cofer 2023
Christ And Christ Crucified (Live) Lindy Cofer, Circuit Rider Music & Mitch Wong 2022
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God Quote-Justice Like A River

john : October 23, 2025 11:10 am : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the LORD says in Amos 5:24.

“Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!”

God was pointing out to the Israelites what they were doing wrong and giving them warnings of what would happen if they continued in disobedience. He also was showing them how they could change course and honor Him with their lives.

Let justice flow. Uphold righteousness and truth. Stop the oppression of the innocent and poor. Maintain justice in the courts. This is what the Lord was calling Israel to do. It is a reminder for us to treat people fairly, love our neighbor as ourselves, comfort the grieving, help those in poverty, defend the oppressed, and look after orphans and widows in their distress. These are actions that reflect the love of Jesus.

Amos 5:24-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for Life.

John Shirk

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Word from God’s Word-Covenant

john : October 23, 2025 11:04 am : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Word from God’s Word is Covenant.

In basic terms, a covenant in the Bible is an agreement between two parties. There were times when God made covenants with His people. He made a covenant with Noah, Abraham, the people of Israel, and with David. These covenants also point us to the faithfulness of God to His promises.

When Jesus came on the scene, He made a new covenant with His followers. At the Last Supper, He took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to His disciples, saying, “Drink from it, all of you.” Then He said in Matthew 26:28, “This is my blood of the covenant which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.”

His blood was shed on the cross and paid the price for our redemption.

Discover how the word “Covenant” can have an impact on your life in the Year of God’s Word.

John Shirk

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God Quote-Jesus at the Door Knocking

john : October 22, 2025 4:36 pm : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the Lord says in Revelation 3:20.

To the church at Laodicea, Jesus said,

“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.”

This is a knock on the door of a church that was feeling self-sufficient. They were relying on themselves and their wealth rather than Jesus. However, Jesus was giving them an opportunity to change their mind and depend on Him. Jesus does that with us too when we become lukewarm to the Gospel. His knock is an invitation to open the door of our heart to Jesus and experience sweet fellowship with Him forever. That is where we find lasting fulfillment and true contentment.

Revelation 3:20-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for Life.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

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Word from God’s Word-Direct

john : October 22, 2025 4:32 pm : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Word from God’s Word is Direct.

To direct someone is to manage or to guide by advice, helpful information, and instruction.

This is one of the ways that the Lord leads His people. He gives us counsel and direction by His wisdom.

From Isaiah 48:17, “I am the LORD your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go.”

When God directs us in a particular mission or assignment, He knows what He is doing. He has the best plan for our lives to enable our faith to thrive for His glory. Proverbs 3:5 and 6 reveals the importance of trusting God to guide us in His will. “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will direct your paths.”

Discover how the word “Direct” can have an impact on your life in the Year of God’s Word.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

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God Quote-Open Doors

john : October 21, 2025 6:00 pm : Devotionals, John Shirk, Staff Pages

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the Lord says in Revelation 3:7 and 8.

Jesus had a message for the faithful Church at Philadelphia.

“These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.”

One thing we learn through Jesus’ words here is that when God opens a door for us, no one can thwart God’s plan. This is an encouraging message from our Savior. He knows the struggles and hardships we endure. We might be weak, but God is strong. In our weakness, we can lean on His grace to help us face challenges, obstacles, and opposition. In our faithfulness to His plan, God will get the glory, and we will be honored in His presence.

Revelation 3:7 and 8-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for life.

John Shirk

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