JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the Lord says in John 20:27.

Jesus said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.”

This was an incredibly powerful moment for Thomas. Before seeing Jesus risen from the dead, he doubted the claims of the other disciples that they had seen Him alive. Now, Thomas was faced with the evidence and his doubt turned into faith and worship.  Thomas responded by saying, “My Lord and my God!”

The resurrection of Jesus from the dead is the turning point in history that transforms hearts with full confidence in God’s unfailing love.

John 20:27-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for Life.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

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

One definition of Justified is to be declared “not guilty” in the sight of God. A good way to remember this definition is to break down the word, “Just-as-if-I’d-not-sinned.”

Romans 3:23 tells us that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.

Even though we have disobeyed God, His grace makes it possible for us to be counted as righteous in His eyes. His forgiveness brings us peace and healing. Romans 5:1 says, “Since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

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

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the Lord says in John 20, verse 26.

“Peace be with you!”

Jesus said this to His disciples after He rose from the dead.

Because Jesus lives, we can receive the peace that only Jesus can provide for us. Romans 5:1 says, “Therefore since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

John 20:26-That’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for life.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

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

The meaning of Lavish is “generous and extravagant.”

This is a word that aptly fits the way that God loves us. He has created the world with much beauty and splendor for us to enjoy.

He has provided breath and life for us to enjoy.

God gave His best for us when He sent Jesus into the world. This is the best evidence of His love to redeem us from sin.

The lavishness of God reveals His delight in blessing His people. First John 3:1 says, “See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!”

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

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the LORD says in Luke 24:46 to 48.

Jesus said to His disciples: “This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things.”

As Jesus was saying this, He was opening their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. He was also informing them of their very important mission, which continues in followers of Jesus today.

This is good news for us to embrace and to share with others. Jesus is alive and well. Through His name, we have forgiveness of sins Everyone who believes in Jesus is set free from every sin.

Luke 24:46 to 48-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for life.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

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

A good picture of a fortress is a castle. It is a place of protection against large-scale attacks.

In Psalm 59:17, David wrote, “You are my strength, I sing praise to you; You, God, are my fortress, my God on whom I can rely.”

There is no safer place for the soul than to be found in the grace of God. His grace is our source of help and serves as a refuge in times of trouble.

His grace offers us peace in times of turmoil. His grace protects us from the lies of the enemy. His grace helps us to say “No” to temptation. His grace saves us from our sin. His grace leads to eternal life. A Mighty Fortress is our God to provide security for our soul.

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

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

Happy Resurrection Day! Today’s playlist is filled with songs celebrating our risen Savior including “Death Where Is Your Sting”, “Exchange”, “Jesus Paid It All”, “Death Was Arrested”, “Behold Him” and more.

Kristi Leigh
Kristi@WJTL.com

Song Title	Artist	Year
6AM
Resurrection Day	Josh Baldwin	2022
Exchange	Sons Of Sunday	2025
Because Of Christ (ft. Mitch Wong)	The Belonging Co	2024
I Believe	Charity Gayle	2025
Son of Suffering	Matt Redman	2022
Lamb of God (ft. David Leonard)	Church of the City	2025
Love Of God	Brandon Lake & Phil Wickham	2024
Love is This (ft. May Angeles)	Matt Redman	2023
I Know A Name (ft. Brandon Lake)	Elevation Worship	2025
Lead Me To The Cross (ft. Martin Smith)	Brooke Ligertwood	2023
The Blood (feat. Mitch Wong)	Jenn Johnson	2022
King of Kings	Chandler Moore & Essential Worship	2021
7AM
O Praise The Name	Hillsong Worship	2016
Death Where Is Your Sting	Cory Asbury	2018
Youve Already Won	Shane & Shane	2023
What I See (ft. Chris Brown)	Elevation Worship	2022
Lamb of God (Live)	Matt Redman & David Funk	2023
Christ And Christ Crucified (ft. Lindy Cofer, Mitch Wong)	Circuit Rider Music	2022
Graves Into Gardens (ft. Brandon Lake)	Elevation Worship	2020
Resurrection Day	Rend Collective	2018
Upon Him	Matt Redman	2020
Empty	Chris McClarney	0
It Is Finished (ft. Melodie Malone)	Passion	2019
Remember	Bryan & Katie Torwalt	2019
How We Remember	Pat Barrett	2023
8AM
Sunday Is Coming	Phil Wickham	2023
Calvarys Enough	Brooke Ligertwood	2023
Forever	Brian Johnson	2013
Jesus Paid It All (feat. Kim Walker Smith)	Worship Circle	2019
Death Was Arrested (ft. Seth Condrey)	North Point	2017
What A Miracle (ft. Leeland, Chris Brown)	Elevation Worship	2024
How Precious Is The Blood (Live)	Cody Carnes	2022
What Hes Done	Passion	2022
I Believe	Phil Wickham	2023
No Body	Elevation Worship	2023
He Lives (feat. Chris McClarney) [Live]	Church of the City	2020
Jesus Over Everything	The Belonging Co	2021
9AM
Christ Be Magnified	Cody Carnes	2020
The Lamb, The Lion, The King	Meredith Andrews	2024
Remembrance (Live)	Hillsong Worship	2018
Christ And Christ Crucified (Live)	Lindy Cofer, Mitch Wong	2022
Behold Him (ft. Kim Walker Smith)	Paul Baloche	2019
Hosanna (feat. Steffany Gretzinger)	Ben Cantelon	2021
Living Hope	Phil Wickham	2018
Miracle Child	Brandon Lake	2023
Christ Is Risen (feat. Hunter GK Thompson)	Bethel Music	2019
Who Else	Gateway Worship	2023
Is He Worthy	Chris Tomlin	2019
Thank You Jesus for the Blood	Charity Gayle	2021
Thank You Jesus (Live)	Josh Baldwin	2024

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the LORD says in John 16:33.

Jesus told His followers on the night before He died, “I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world!”

Jesus was preparing His disciples for a hard day. Grief and sadness would cast their dark shadows over those who were in His inner circle.

Jesus was also preparing His disciples for the more distant future, when He would no longer be present with them in body. He was alerting them to persecution that they would experience. He was also encouraging them with the promise of the Holy Spirit.

In this world, we will have problems. But we are not left without power. Jesus has overcome the world by His death and resurrection, and because of that reality, we can experience His peace and joy no matter what tomorrow may hold.

John 16:33-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for life.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

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

The curtain served as a veil to separate the Most Holy Place from the rest of the temple. No one could enter this room except for the high priest once a year to make atonement for the sins of the people.

When Jesus died, the curtain of the temple was torn from top to bottom.   The earth shook, the rocks split, and the tombs broke open. The bodies of many holy people who had died were raised to life.

God was opening the way for us to enter into His presence by the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. Now, we have access to His saving grace with a new life.

Ephesians 3:12 says, “In Jesus and through faith in Him, we may approach God with freedom and confidence.”

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

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the LORD says in Matthew 26, verse 64.

Jesus was responding to a statement by the high priest in front of the Sanhedrin, “Tell us if you are the Messiah, the Son of God.”

Jesus replied, “You have said so. But I say to all of you: From now on you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Mighty One and coming on the clouds of heaven.”

The high priest responded by tearing his clothes and saying, “He has spoken blasphemy! Why do we need any more witnesses?”

That was the charge against Jesus that led to His crucifixion. His claim to be the Messiah was rejected by the religious leaders.

John 1:11 and 12 tells us that Jesus came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.

Matthew 26:64-that’s Today’s God Quote for us to embrace for life.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com