This morning on the show we kicked off with a brief conversation with Knox county auditor Jonette Curry about the reappraisal process. If you would like to hear that click HERE.
The Knox county auditor website can also be found HERE.
Wesley and Hunter also got the braining thinking with questions that claimed to be unanswerable. They did their absolute best to answer them, if you want to explore any of those questions click HERE.
On Tuesday’s show, The Morning Thing faced election day by digging into the Bible. What does the bible have to say on Unity?
We encourage you to spend some time reading these bible verses. We pray that they can provide some insight and encouragement as we face today, tomorrow and the future of our country.
This complication of verses is provided by biblestudytools.com
(from https://www.biblestudytools.com/topical-verses/unity-bible-verses/)
Bible Verses About Unity – God calls his people to live in unity with one another, so it is important to make every effort to live together in harmony with everyone. Regardless of beliefs and differences, God commands us to do all in love. We have gathered this collection of Bible verses about unity to inspire you toward hope for the future.
Life is messy, relationships are messy. Times of stress can strain relationships and we end up hurting each other and destroying the unity we have worked hard for. Satan’s goal is to destroy our unity. Let’s fight together toward living in peace and harmony. God has given us the ability to be patient, kind, and loving through actions and words. Scriptures remind us that it is our responsibility as Christians to lead the way for unity among all nations and people.
1 Corinthians 1:10
10 I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought.
2 Corinthians 13:11
11 Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
Acts 4:32
32 All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had.
John 13:35
35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”
Philippians 2:2
2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind.
Philippians 2:3
3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.
Romans 14:19
19 Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.
Matthew 18:19-20
19 “Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. 20 For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
Ephesians 4:11-13
11 So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, 12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.
Colossians 3:13-14
13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
John 17:23
23 I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.
Psalm 133:1
1 How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!
Ephesians 4:1-6
1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.
1 Peter 3:8
8 Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.
1 John 4:12
12 No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us.
Ephesians 4:3
3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.
Romans 12:16
16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.
Philippians 2:1
1 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion.
Ephesians 1:10
10 to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillment—to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ.
2 Chronicles 30:12
12 Also in Judah the hand of God was on the people to give them unity of mind to carry out what the king and his officials had ordered, following the word of the LORD.
Ephesians 2:14
14 For he himself is our peace, who has made the two groups one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility.
Romans 12:4
4 For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function.
A Prayer for Unity: God, We need you. Some days feel so broken and uncertain. We’re hurting, we’re struggling, and we’re aware, more than ever, of our own weaknesses, and of the dark forces that constantly surround us, fighting to gain ground in our lives and families. We choose to stand our ground today and say, “no more.” We ask for your help to set aside our differences and look to the greater cause, the cause of Christ. We ask that you would help us to truly live a life of love. We ask that you surround this country and cover us with your mighty hand. We pray for unity in our land, that in spite of our differences, we would be willing to stand strong together and live out our days with compassion and grace. Remind us to live aware, to redeem the time, listen to your words, and be willing to make a difference in this land. Give us courage to speak out. Amen.
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with Mount Vernon Mayor, Matt Starr in their monthly “Spotlight on Mount Vernon”.
Mayor Starr shared numerous updates on the city:
– Construction Updates including the plan for the Mount Vernon Avenue Bridge project
– Progress of the Mobile Crisis Team of social workers to help the Police Department
– Local resources for anyone struggling with mental health issues
– Safety for family activities this weekend
– Coronavirus Relief for local businesses
– The development of a new neighborhood watch program
– Thoughts on Election Day
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
Stay connected with the Mayor’s Office at http://www.mountvernonohio.org
Or on Facebook and Twitter – search for The City of Mount Vernon, Ohio.
Or call 740-393-9517
October is wrapping up tomorrow! For our Friday Favorites, The Morning Thing Co-Hosts share their favorite memories from this past month.
Make sure you take time today to count your blessings. We pray that you will be encouraged as you celebrate your favorite moments from this month.
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with two representatives of the weekly “Truck to Trunk” food distribution Program.
Theresa Gregory is from the distribution “hub” – the Irongate Equestrian and Events Center. Jeff Davidson is the Project Manager from Global Vision Alliance. Listen in for details on how this food giveaway came to our community and how to participate.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
This amazing food box distribution is happening TODAY in Croton.
Six (6) semi trucks will be coming to the Irongate Equestrian Center (12298 Croton Road, Croton) TODAY (10/27)! There will be over 6,500 food boxes to hand out!!
The time is 9am – 5pm (while supplies last).
Please help us spread the word to families in your church or neighborhood. If your church has a food pantry, please plan to pick up food that will help you serve others.
2 boxes of food per family. Ministries/Pantries/Churches can take as many boxes as you need or can transport home.
The boxes do contain perishable items, so plan to get them into a refrigerator once you return home. Each box weighs 30 pounds.
If there are questions, please contact Jeff Davidson at 740-501-5376.
Bible Gateway, the world’s most-visited Christian website, released its list of the most popular Bible verses in the world and by country, based on 1.5 billion page-views and over 150 million unique visitors.
Here are the top 10 most popular Bible verses in the United States. The beautiful pictures from www.elijahnotes.com (https://www.elijahnotes.com/the-10-most-popular-bible-verses-in-the-united-states/2/)
10. Philippians 4:7
9. Proverbs 3:6
8. Romans 12:2
7. Psalm 23:4
6. Proverbs 3:5
5. Philippians 4:6
4. Romans 8:28
3. Philippians 4:13
2. Jeremiah 29:11
1. John 3:16
20 Ideas for Your Bucket List from www.allprodad.com
BJ Foster, writer for All Pro Dad came up with 20 ideas for your Bucket List.
Click HERE to see the full article.
1. Run a long race. Train for and run a marathon, half marathon, or Tough Mudder.
2. Stand on or at the top of a tall structure or landmark, like the United States Capitol, the Eiffel Tower, the Empire State Building, or the Great Wall of China.
4. Visit an extraordinary piece of nature, like a volcano, Mount Everest/K2/Kilimanjaro, Old Faithful, or the Redwoods.
5. Drive a convertible somewhere amazing, such as through a desert or along the Pacific Coast Highway.
6. Take a cruise someplace exotic, such as Alaska or the Mediterranean Sea.
7. Surf or scuba dive.
8. Challenge a fear. Example: If it’s heights, go bungee jumping, rock climbing, to a high ropes course, or skydiving.
9. Sit in the first two rows of a Broadway show.
10. Own property.
11. Pray for another country every day for a year and then visit it.
12. Befriend a person who holds opposing political views.
13. Watch a NASA rocket launch.
14. Watch a movie being made or a TV show being taped.
15. Visit every (something), such as baseball stadiums in North America or State Capitol buildings.
16. Climb to the peak of a 14,000+ ft. mountain.
17. View a piece of art that changed history. Examples: The Sistine Chapel, the David, the Mona Lisa, Starry Night
18. Visit the site of a historic tragedy. Examples: 9/11 Ground Zero, Hiroshima, Dealy Plaza, the Lorraine Motel, Selma Bridge, Normandy Beach
19. Watch a case argued before the Supreme Court.
20. See the Northern Lights.
Sound off: What are some of your own bucket list ideas?
Huddle up with your kids and ask, “What is one thing you would like to do or see in your lifetime?”
This week for our Friday Favorites, The Morning Thing hosts share good news stories. We hope that they encourage you today.
Have you found a good news story recently? Please share it with us! Email wnzr@mvnu.edu and share the good news!
WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with local author, Steve Feazel about his new book, “The Three Cs that Made America Great: Christianity, Capitalism and Constitution”.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
Steve is hosting a book signing on Saturday, 10/24 at The Gospel Christian Life Shop, 117 S Main St, Mt Vernon from 9:30am – 11:30am.
WNZR talked with Mount Vernon Fire Chief, Chad Christopher about the ground breaking for their new patio.
Click HERE to hear the conversation and details about this new addition to our local fire station and how it will benefit our firefighters.
The Knox County Career Center received an Ohio Contractor’s Grant (representing heavy highway industries) for $2,000 to facilitate a community project. Colby Clippinger from Building Trades at the Career Center contacted the Mount Vernon Fire Department with an idea for a construction project. The entire fire department wants to thank the Knox County Career Center and the Ohio Contractor’s Grant. They appreciate their generosity to provide this new patio for our firefighters and staff.
Rise and Shine 