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JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Word of Encouragement is Psalm.
A psalm is a song or poem used in worship. When you ask people their favorite book of the Bible, it is not uncommon for people to say “the Psalms.” Today, we may speak many of the Psalms to each other, but these writings were actually meant to be used as worship songs.
Today, many artists continue to record songs based on the Psalms, and many listeners are greatly encouraged by their content.
Ephesians 5:18 encourages us to “be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Find encouragement in the words of the Psalms to lead you to a place of worship in the Year of Endurance.
John Shirk
john@wjtl.com
JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of Endurance, today’s Daily Challenge motivates us to learn forgiveness from the example of Joseph.
In the book of Genesis, Joseph was badly mistreated by his brothers, having been sold to slavery in Egypt. But God was with Joseph and over time, raised him to a place of being second in command over Egypt, where he provided food for many during a drought.
His brothers traveled to Egypt to seek food from Joseph. At this point, he could have sought the pathway of revenge and cursing, but he chose the path of forgiveness and blessing instead.
Joseph said to them in Genesis 50:20, “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. So then, don’t be afraid. I will provide for you and your children.” He reassured them and spoke kindly to them.
Joseph understood that God is able to overcome evil with good, and pursued the same objective with a forgiving heart to his brothers.
Take the daily challenge to learn forgiveness from the example of Joseph on the journey of faith.
John Shirk
john@wjtl.com
Circuit Rider Music on the P&W Podcast
Praise & Worship Playlist : May 11, 2021 12:10 pm : Kristi Leigh, Staff PagesYWAM’s Circuit Riders are in Lancaster this Wednesday – Saturday! They’re on their Jesus People Tour: serving the community with local nonprofits, sharing the Gospel on the streets, and gathering for worship at Petra Church in New Holland. Click here to find all the info and to register. Check out the latest episode of the Praise & Worship podcast for an interview with Lancaster County’s own Corey Heck and worship leader Lucas McCloud! They share good news testimonies and stories behind the songs on the new Circuit Rider Music album JESUS PEOPLE!
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JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of Endurance, today’s Daily Challenge motivates us to learn from the example of Mary to listen for the voice of Jesus.
In Luke 10:38, Jesus went to the home of Martha. She had a sister named Mary who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said.
Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She asked Jesus, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!”
Jesus answered, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed-or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”
By listening to the Lord, Mary had opportunity to learn from Jesus, to focus on what matters most, and build a stronger faith in Him.
Take the daily challenge to learn from the example of Mary and listen to the voice of Jesus on the journey of faith.
John Shirk
john@wjtl.com
Praise & Worship Playlist
Praise & Worship Playlist : May 9, 2021 6:00 am : Kristi Leigh, Staff PagesHappy Mother’s Day! This week’s playlist is themed for the occasion, with lots of songs from worship leading moms and some mini themes including Wonderfully Made, Songs for the Household and a Floral mini theme, too!
| Song Title | Artist | Album | Year |
| 6AM | |||
| Is He Worthy? | Keith & Kristyn Getty | Evensong | 2020 |
| Isnt He (This Jesus) [feat. Natalie Grant] | The Belonging Co | Single | 2018 |
| Greatest Love Story | Providence Worship | Live On The Hill | 2020 |
| You Cannot Be Stopped | Laura Story | I Give Up | 2019 |
| Hosanna (feat. Steffany Gretzinger) | Ben Cantelon | Single | 2021 |
| Abide | Luke + Anna Hellebronth | Single | 2019 |
| Faithful (feat. Dan & Lauren Smith) | Community Songs | From the Valley – EP | 2019 |
| Rejoice | Brad+Rebekah | Single | 2019 |
| Let Your Kingdom Come | Matt & Kim Goss | The Worship EP | 2019 |
| Father I Thank You | Jeremy Camp & Adrienne Camp | The Worship Project – EP | 2020 |
| Great Is Thy Faithfulness (feat. Christy Nockels) | Worship Circle | Worship Circle Hymns | 2019 |
| Forever My King (feat. Leeland, Dustin Smith, Chardon Lewis & HopeUC) | Darlene Zschech | Single | 2019 |
| 7AM | |||
| Faith and Wonder (Live) | Meredith Andrews | Faith and Wonder (Live) | 2019 |
| My Hallelujah | Bryan & Katie Torwalt | Praise Before My Breakthrough – EP | 2018 |
| Revivals In The Air | Melissa Helser | Revivals In The Air (Live) | 2020 |
| Already Have (Bears Song) [Live] | Kim Walker-Smith | Wild Heart (Live) | 2020 |
| Take Courage (Kristene DiMarco) | Bethel Music | Starlight (Live) | 2017 |
| King of My Heart | John Mark & Sarah McMillan | You Are the Avalanche – EP | 2015 |
| Wonderfully Made | Ellie Holcomb | Red Sea Road | 2017 |
| Psalm 139 (Far Too Wonderful) | Shane & Shane | Psalms, Vol. 2 | 2015 |
| No Longer Slaves (feat. Jonathan David & Melissa Helser) | Bethel Music | We Will Not Be Shaken (Live) [Deluxe Edition] | 2015 |
| Canvas and Clay | Pat Barrett | Single | 2020 |
| Potter and Friend (feat. Jesse Cline) | Dante Bowe | Single | 2017 |
| 8AM | |||
| Be Still (feat. Steffany Frizzell Gretzinger) | Bethel Music | Tides | 2013 |
| Ill Give Thanks (feat. Kirby Kaple) | Housefires | Ill Give Thanks | 2020 |
| Dawn (feat. Luke Smallbone) | Rebecca St. James | Dawn | 2020 |
| I Will Praise (feat. Lindy Cofer) [Live] | Circuit Rider Music | Jesus People (Live) | 2021 |
| Alabaster Heart (Live) | Kalley | Single | 2019 |
| Brokenness Aside | All Sons & Daughters | Season One | 2012 |
| Beautiful Things | Shane & Shane | The Worship Initiative, Vol. 1 | 2014 |
| In the Garden (There Is None Like You) | Watermark | A Grateful People | 2006 |
| Grow | Jason Upton | God Finds Us | 2020 |
| Sparrows and Lilies | Pat Barrett | Pat Barrett | 2018 |
| Sparrows | Cory Asbury | To Love a Fool | 2020 |
| Cherry Blossoms (feat. Daena Jay) | Vineyard Worship | Single | 2020 |
| 9AM | |||
| Wildflowers | Brandon Lake | House Of Miracles | 2020 |
| The Change in Me | Casting Crowns | Only Jesus | 2018 |
| You Are My One Thing | Bethel Music & Hannah McClure | We Will Not Be Shaken (Live) [Deluxe Edition] | 2015 |
| The Love of God (feat. Bethany Barnard & Dinah Wright) | The Worship Initiative | The Worship Initiative, Vol. 24 (Live) | 2021 |
| Agnus Dei / King Of Kings | Hillsong Worship, Passion, Chidima, Jenn Johnson & Brooke Ligertwood | At Easter – EP | 2021 |
| Thy Kingdom Come (feat. Francesca Battistelli) | Rita Springer | Single | 2020 |
| Anchor of Peace (feat. Lauren Lee) | North Point Worship | Anchor of Peace (Live from Decatur City) – EP | 2021 |
| Goodness of God (Live) | Bethel Music & Jenn Johnson | Victory (Live) | 2019 |
| As For Me | Pat Barrett & Chris Tomlin | Act Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly | 2021 |
| The Blessing (Live) | Elevation Worship, Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes | Graves Into Gardens (Deluxe) [Live] | 2020 |
| Talking To Jesus (feat. Brandon Lake) | Elevation Worship & Maverick City Music | Old Church Basement | 2021 |
JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Word of Encouragement is Shield.
This is an instrument of protection for the spiritual battles of our lives. In Ephesians 6:16, the shield of faith is mentioned as a defensive weapon in the armor of God. As we take up the shield of faith, we can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.
Faith serves as a shield in the sense that it helps us to overcome fear, doubt, and temptation. The shield helps us to take our position on the spiritual battlefield and to stand firm when the forces of spiritual darkness attack us.
Ultimately, the LORD is our shield and protector. David wrote in Psalm 3, “Many are saying of me, ‘God will not deliver him.’ But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.”
Find encouragement in knowing God as our shield who protects us from the evil one in the Year of Endurance.
John Shirk
john@wjtl.com
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Kristen Brewer on the P&W Podcast
Praise & Worship Playlist : May 6, 2021 11:40 pm : Kristi Leigh, Staff PagesMy latest guest on the Praise & Worship Podcast is Kristen Brewer, writer and producer for Sight & Sound’s production of Queen Esther! She is also heading up SEEN Collective, using original music to tell the stories of women in the Bible and the God who saw them. Kristen joined me to talk about the heart behind SEEN Collective, and shared about the characters and songs they’ve inspired. I hope you’re encouraged (like I am) by these insights! Be sure to listen to the end for information on how you can interact or get involved.
https://soundcloud.com/user-254508556/wjtl-praise-worship-podcast-kristen-brewer
Plus, Kristen played the tambourine for a live performance of Tamar’s song “Roadside”, and I had a few questions about that experience!
Follow SEEN Collective on social media including Facebook and Instagram, and also Spotify and YouTube.
Click here for the latest project, “SEEN In The Line”.
Kristi Leigh, WJTL DJ
Kristi@WJTL.com
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JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Word of Encouragement is “Delight.”
To take delight in something or someone is to find enjoyment and satisfaction in the source of our delight.
Psalm 37:4 instructs us to “take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
This passage is encouraging us to enjoy time with the LORD. Find satisfaction in His grace, because His grace is sufficient for our needs. Find joy in worshipping Him because He is worthy of our praise and delight.
As we delight in the LORD, He will rearrange our desires to His purposes. The words of the Bible will be meaningful in building our relationship with God. We will find joy in the journey of following Jesus and being in relationship with Him. We will take delight in God’s work among us, leading to changed lives for His glory.
John Shirk
john@wjtl.com
Find encouragement in the opportunity to delight in the Lord in the Year of Endurance.