Category: Spiritual Health

You are loved by God!

Today on The Morning Thing, we shared some great bible verses to show you that God loves you! The God who created the universe, the most powerful being ever, loves you personally. Try to wrap your mind around that. He loves you — not just people in general, but you as a person.

The Bible is a compilation of the words God gave so that people could know more about Him. These verses from the Bible are reminders of God’s wonderful, extravagant, amazing, unstoppable and unconditional love.

The verses we shared today:

Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)

  • Can you imagine being loved like this? It would change your life. The truth is this is an accurate description of God’s love for you.
  • Though this passage is often read at weddings, humans cannot love perfectly as God does. But it makes sense that people strive to have their love for one another reflect these qualities.
  • Everyone needs that type of love, but if you expect it from another person, you will be let down. God is the only one who can love you perfectly. And when you have a relationship with God and experience His love, it empowers you to love others the way God loves you.

Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced His perfect love. (1 John 4:18)

  • When you understand that God loves you no matter what, you no longer need to be afraid of your failings causing Him to love you less. If you could only truly know the depth of God’s love, you would have nothing to fear.
  • God already knows about the wrong things you’ve done as well as any you will do. He still chose to love you.

And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep His love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. (Ephesians 3:18-19)

  • God’s love is so great that we, as mere humans, cannot fully understand it. Humans’ love for one another often depends at least partly on the behavior of the person being loved. God’s love for us does not.
  • Do you long to be known and loved for who you are? God is the only one who can truly do that.

But let all who take refuge in You rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Spread Your protection over them, that all who love Your name may be filled with joy. For You bless the godly, O LORD; You surround them with Your shield of love. (Psalm 5:11-12)

  • God’s love is so much more than the warm fuzzy feeling often associated with the word love. His love is a powerful force, protecting and comforting us. Being in God’s love is a position of not just joy but also safety.
  • When you run to God for protection, He surrounds you with His shield of love. Think about that image for a while. Experience the security you have because God’s love surrounds you. Let His love flood your mind with a sense of peace and comfort.

We will be sharing more of these over the next couple weeks.

To see more verses about God’s love, click HERE!

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Are you taking care of yourself?

On The Morning Thing today, we highlighted self-care! We shared some great insights from Focus On The Family about what self care actually is. Then we jumped into some tips on how to uphold your self-care from the Positivity Blog! They are both great reads that are sure to help you wind down this summer!

To learn more about self care, click HERE!

If you want to see the tips, click HERE!

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Father’s Week on WNZR – Wednesday!

Today we tied Father’s Day into the bible! By sharing some inspiring fathers in scripture! We should focus on God’s word this week as these amazing men inspire us to be more like them.

Some of the fathers we shared:

  • Adam – The First Man
  • Noah – A Brave Man
  • Abraham – The Father of Many Nations
  • Isaac – The Son of Abraham

These are just a few! To see the entire list, click HERE!

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Want to take more action in your own life?

Today, our host shared some great tips on how to take action in your life every single day! Taking action can be struggle but staying consistent is the key. These suggestions are things you can implement today that will make it easier to meet you goals going forward!

Click HERE to check out these great tips!

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Feeling overwhelmed? Here is what God promises you!

Today, our hosts shared some encouraging promises that God gives us for when we feel overwhelmed! The article shares this wisdom, as well as bible verses to go along with them!

Just a few of the promises:

  1. Finding Peace In His Presence
  2. The Assurance of His Faithfulness
  3. Strength in Weakness
  4. Casting Your Cares
  5. …

For the rest of the list, click HERE! Don’t miss out on these heartening promises!

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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – Good Friday 2025

Today as we honor Good Friday, The Morning Thing hosts have a special Friday Favorites. They share their favorite Easter songs. 

Songs:

Marcy’s Favorite – I Believe It (The Life of Jesus) by Jon Reddick

Shawn’s Favorite – Holy Forever by Chris Tomlin

Xander’s Favorite – Man on the Middle Cross by Rhett Walker

Eric’s Favorite – The King of Love by Steven Curtis Chapman

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Are you feeling grateful today?

For some of us, it might be difficult to say yes to that question.
As we approach Thanksgiving next week, The Morning Thing is spending time to focus on gratitude.
Crosswalk.com has a list of 5 scriptures to help guide our gratitude this Thanksgiving.

Click HERE to read the full article.

From Crosswalk Author, Whitney Hopler

Thanksgiving invites you to reflect on God’s goodness and give thanks for the blessings in your life. It’s more than just a holiday; it’s a spiritual discipline to give thanks. The Bible repeatedly encourages you to give thanks – not only when in good circumstances, but in all situations. Practicing gratitude is a powerful act of faith, reminding you that God is present, faithful, and good. Here are 5 scriptures from the Bible to guide your Thanksgiving gratitude. They can inspire you to give thanks not just on Thanksgiving, but on every day that God gives you to enjoy.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Colossians 3:17

“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” – Colossians 3:17

Philippians 4:6-7

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:6-7

James 1:17

“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” – James 1:17

Hebrews 12:28

“Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.” – Hebrews 12:28

Click HERE to read Whitney’s valuable insight on each bible verse.

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It is World Kindness Day. How will you celebrate?

The Morning Thing celebrated World Kindness Day today. Did you know that 27 countries recognize this day and the need to show kindness to others?
There is a long history for this day that dates back to 1997 where the World Kindness Movement was launched at a conference in Tokyo, Japan.
Click HERE to read about the history and some interesting facts about the day.

Today, the hosts shared a Kindness Matters Guide from The Mental Health Foundation.
Click HERE to read the full article and all the different ideas on how we can show kindness.
Here are some of our favorites.
Volunteer to help others:
Here are some ideas about getting involved:

  • Volunteer for a local community organisation
  • Offer your expertise and support as a mentor for those who are struggling
  • Check-in with a neighbour
  • See if there’s anything you can do to support your children’s school or nursery – offer to read stories for example
  • Involve your friends and neighbours in community projects
  • Offer to skill-share with a friend – you could teach guitar, dance or a new recipe
  • Call a friend that you haven’t spoken to for a while
  • Tell a family member how much you love and appreciate them
  • Offer a listening ear to someone who simply wants to talk

At home and in your community

  • Call a friend who you haven’t spoken to for a while
  • Post a card or letter to someone you’ve been out of touch with
  • Send flowers to a friend, out of the blue
  • Find out if a neighbour needs any help with shopping
  • Ring someone who is on their own
  • Send someone a handwritten thank you note
  • Tell your family how much you love and appreciate them
  • Help with household chores
  • Offer to help an elderly or vulnerable neighbour
  • Check on someone you know who is going through a tough time

At work

  • Remember to say “hi” to colleagues and ask how they are – whether that’s face-to-face, or virtually if you are working from home
  • Offer to support colleagues who may not be familiar with videoconferencing or new software that you have already used
  • Set up a coffee or lunch club – with your regular colleagues and with new ones
  • Have a conversation with a colleague you don’t normally talk with
  • Get to know a new member of staff – it is hard to join a new workplace
  • Lend your ear – listen to your colleague who is having a bad day
  • Say thank you to a colleague who has helped you
  • Praise a colleague for something they have done well

We also shared bible verses that talk about being kind. Click HERE to access 40 different verses from biblestudytools.com to inspire you to show kindness.

Ephesians 4:32 (New International Version)

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

A Prayer for Kindness, Compassion, and Forgiveness (from biblestudytools.com)
Father, kindness, compassion, and forgiveness describe Your character. How can I be more like You, Father? How can I be an outlet of Your kindness, compassion, and forgiveness to the people You have purposefully placed in my life? Show me, Father. Open my heart to remember the words of my Savior and feel the all-encompassing love of You, my heavenly Father. I am loved, chosen, purposed, and forgiven. Therefore, emboldens me to pray, live, and love in a reflection of these great truths about who I am. Guide my prayers and my life. Let all I do, honor You. In Jesus Name, Amen.

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