JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Light Reflection is from John 5:36.

Jesus said, “I have testimony weightier than that of John. For the works that the Father has given me to finish-the very works that I am doing-testify that the Father has sent me.”

The ministry of Jesus stood as a light, demonstrating miracles that brought hope, healing and freedom for people. They also confirmed His identity as the Messiah. In John 10:25, Jesus said “The miracles I do in my Father’s name speak for me.”

His redemptive mission was ultimately accomplished for us at the cross and the empty grave. Our faith in Jesus depends on His extraordinary love for us and His miraculous power over death.

This Light Reflection inspires us to examine the works of Jesus and stand in awe of His miraculous love in the Year to Shine.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Faith-Building Verse is John 5:36.

Jesus said, “I have testimony weightier than that of John. For the works that the Father has given me to finish-the very works that I am doing-testify that the Father has sent me.”

The ministry of Jesus was a demonstration of miracles that confirmed His identity as the Messiah. In John 10:25, Jesus said “The miracles I do in my Father’s name speak for me.”

His redemptive mission was accomplished for us at the cross and the empty grave, when He died and rose again three days later.

This faith-building verse inspires us to trust Jesus as our Savior, based on His miraculous love for us in the Year of Relationship.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Faith-Building Verse is First Corinthians 15:57.

“Thanks be to God. He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

One of the memorable upsets in Winter Olympics history was when the United States defeated the Soviet Union in men’s hockey in 1980. They won by one goal-4 to 3. At the end of the game, commentator Al Michaels asked the question, “Do you believe in miracles?” For the follower of Jesus, the answer is a resounding “YES!”

The Christian faith is built on the miracle of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He died, and then overcame death by coming to life. What is impossible with humans is possible with God. Because of the resurrection, we can live in hope and victory.

First John 5:4 asks the question, “Who is it that overcomes the world? Only the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God.”

This faith-building verse highlights the victory that we have through faith in Jesus Christ in the Year of Relationship.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

Hello!

This morning’s lineup is special.  It’s a Breakthrough Theme!  These songs are powerful — helping us to sing our way through impossible situations.  If you’re in one, or know someone who is, I hope you receive a boost of confidence that God gets our victory before the battle begins. Proceed with praise and faith!

Praying you are encouraged—and that your breakthrough is coming soon!

“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” –Romans 12:12 (NIV)

“Oh! May the God of green hope fill you up with joy, fill you up with peace, so that your believing lives, filled with the life-giving energy of the Holy Spirit, will brim over with hope!”–Romans 15:13 (MSG)

Kristi Leigh – WJTL DJ

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JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of Trust, today’s Focus on God examines His ability to do what is humanly impossible.

Looking at the history of the Bible, we would have to acknowledge that our faith depends on a mighty God who works miracles.

By His command, He was able to create something out of nothing. This was the birth of the world.

God kept His promise to Abraham to provide a son when Sarah was past her childbearing years. This was the birth of the nation of Israel.

The hope of redemption came to the world through a virgin birth. This was the birth of Jesus.

Jesus died on a cross, then rose from the dead three days later. He is uniquely qualified to save us from our sins, restore us to God, and give us eternal life with Him. This is spiritual birth: to accept this gracious gift. Luke 1:37 says, “Nothing is impossible with God.”

God’s ability to do what is humanly impossible is a reason to trust in God for today and forever.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of Trust, today’s Focus on God examines His power as a miracle worker.

According to Psalm 77:14, God is a miracle-worker. “You are the God who performs miracles; you display your power among the peoples.”

The Christian faith is built on miracles, such as the Creation of the world, the virgin birth of Jesus, the miracle of His love demonstrated at the cross, and the raising of Jesus from the dead three days later.

There is another miracle worth noting-the miracle of God’s love to draw someone to faith in Jesus and to change a heart. Second Corinthians 5:17 says, “If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come. The old has gone, the new is here!”

God’s power as a miracle worker is a reason to trust in God for today and forever.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com