Christa Adams, Office Manager and Underwriting Coordinator at WNZR spoke with Kathy Koch of Celebrate Kids about being a speaker and her ministry. Kathy will be coming to Starting Point to talk at their annual banquet. Check out the whole interview HERE!
Starting Point invites you to their Annual Spring Fundraising Banquet held at Faith Baptist Church, 8764 Martinsburg Road, Mount Vernon, OH
The banquet is on Thursday, April 6 and Friday, April 7, 2017.
Click HERE to register for a seat.
This month is National Ideas Month!
International ideas month is all about realizing the value of an idea, no matter how silly it might seem at first. If there’s something you have been mulling over for a while, an idea you’ve had but not really thought of making it a reality, then this month is the time to get your great idea rolling.
Dan and Kelsey took this topic and ran with it! They talked about some new inventions of 2017!
Click HERE to see all of the new inventions from 2017!
Lastly, on the Morning Thing we talked about how to be more creative.
Click HERE to find out the 9 ways to be more creative in ten minutes!!!
For The Morning Thing Fave 5 today, we shared 5 bible verses that talk about LOVE.
As we get ready for Lifeline 2017, we are focusing on what Jesus says about how we should “love one another”.
We will start with the theme verses for Lifeline 2017
Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley are coming to Mount Vernon Nazarene University this weekend.
Click HERE to hear a conversation with New Life Church of the Nazarene pastor, Troy McNichols. New Life Naz is sponsoring this event.
The Morning Thing shared some insight from the Smalleys today.
(From “Take the Date Night Challenge) Common-sense reasons why committing to a regular date night can revolutionize your marriage:
1. Date nights are critical for the health of your relationship. Marriage relationships are dynamic; they are alive and always changing. And just like any relationship, marriages need to be fed and stimulated to stay alive and grow.
2. Date nights help you get reacquainted. The notion that you already know all there is to know about your spouse is a myth. There is always something new to learn about your spouse, because we all change. Dating is a great way to update and deepen your knowledge of your beloved. It’s vital that you keep that curiosity and interest in your mate flourishing.
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3. Date nights are a great investment in the future. Just like a savings account, the more you invest in your relationship, the more it will grow exponentially over time. Dates also lay the framework for future times together, encouraging you and your spouse to look forward to spending more time together.
4. Date nights put the focus back on your marriage. As you well know, day-to-day distractions pull your attention away from your spouse. Dates help you refocus and put that person back at the top of your priority list. When a date night is going the way it should, the only thing the two of you have to concentrate on is one another. (More on this later!)
5. Date nights help you remember the good times. A good date will often bring up fond premarriage memories. Recalling these memories can help you and your spouse generate positive feelings and anticipation for your next date.
6. Date nights send a positive message. To your friends, family, and especially your kids, marriage needs to be viewed as something valuable, special, and precious. Marriage is something important enough to put ongoing effort into. And date nights communicate to your spouse that he or she is valuable enough not to give all of your prime time to other people or things.
7. Date nights strengthen the marital bond. The more time you and your spouse spend alone enjoying each other, the stronger your bond becomes. This naturally deepens your intimacy and brings you closer together.
8. Date nights are a great way to reconnect. Dating helps you unplug from your busy and hectic pace of life in order to simply enjoy being together.
9. Date nights rekindle the romance in your relationship. Having a night out with your spouse is an important part of keeping romance alive.
10. Date nights inject excitement into a stale marriage. Under the stress of work, household duties and child-rearing, spouses can become nothing more than distant roommates. Just like the young couple at the beginning of this chapter, spouses need to feel that rush of excitement and adrenaline from time to time. They must never succumb to the idea that their marriage is simply a recycled union of two tired and bored souls.
11. Date nights help you both decompress. Every couple needs a chance to enjoy one another’s company without being weighed down by the demands of life. A date night should be free from the distractions of children, extended family, friends, or work. It should represent an opportunity for you to rediscover the person you fell in love with. We’ll explore this concept in much greater detail in the next chapter.
12. Date nights strengthen your commitment. By making date night a priority, you are communicating to your spouse that divorce is out of the question and that you are committed to strengthening your marriage by spending ongoing, quality time together.
Jenna Potts of The Morning Thing talked with Catherine Woods, President of (RUC) Relationships Under Construction. Catherine shared the passion, mission and goals of this ministry. She also talked about their upcoming fundraising banquet.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.
Click HERE to find out more about RUC or to register to attend their fundraising banquet on 4/6/17.
From: (www.daysoftheyear.com)
Everyone is aging, but the key is to stay as young as you can, and this happens by loving life, and enjoying it.
Have fun, get out, and keep moving! Life is way to short to just sit around, and miss all that life has for you. Get moving, get going, and always, always keep going.
We found 33 ways to feel 10 years younger, and how to apply these to your life.
You can visit HERE to view these amazing ideas to keep you going, and enjoying life.
(from www.daysoftheyear.com)
Single Parents’ Day celebrates those brave people that do it on their own, and in many cases without a safety net.
Most single parents didn’t intend to be single parents when they started. Single parenthood usually comes about due to unfortunate and stressful events. Raising children even with two parents can be hard work, so take a moment to applaud those people who, usually through no fault of their own, are having to fly solo.
Today, The Morning Thing shared encouragement for both single Dads and Moms.
Here are 5 Encouragements for Single Dads from www.allprodad.com
For a single dad, time is at a very high premium. Work eats up most of it, so task overload can easily swallow what remains. Mouths to feed, dishes to clean, clothes to wash, and all the chores and charms of home that need your attention. As a generalization, try not to feel guilty if you leave the dishes in the sink overnight. Place the emphasis and importance on being with your children to play, read, or just simply talk.
A great many single parents find themselves in financial distress. Keep in mind that the thing your kids need most from you is your love and attention. After that, separate the true needs from the pile and place top priority on them—things such as food, shelter, and clothing. Children don’t always understand why they can’t have everything they desire, but one day they will.
It is difficult and challenging being the only adult in the room long term. Loneliness, stress, and depression are common for single parents. Know that you are not alone. There are 1.7 million others in your same boat who are experiencing the same things. Be sure to take time for yourself to recharge and strengthen your mind.
With divorce, the ex-spouse is still a very big part of family life and always will be. How that relationship is handled and functions is extremely important, not only to the children but also to your overall mental state. In dating and new relationships, extreme care must be taken when introducing new people into the life of the family. Resentment or early attachments are just two of the standard pitfalls. Keep the hope of love in your heart always, but be mindful of far-reaching, unintended consequences.
Family, friends, babysitters, teachers, mentors, and all sorts of people take a role in your family life. However, divorce can take a big toll on family support; judgment and bitter feelings can split friends. Try to display humility and understanding towards those in your life. In most cases, they won’t understand the entire picture and will see only what they want to see. Only time and a new stable reality will change those perceptions. Be patient.
Hey Single Moms, we have encouragement for you too from www.imom.com
Here are ideas from author, Lisa Appelo
Your single mom friend needs someone she can trust. She may need to talk about a hard day, wrestle through an issue or talk about how she’s feeling. Be a safe friend who your single mom friend can confide in. Listening well is a huge gift you can give her.
One of the hardest things about single parenting is the sheer number of decisions that have to be made alone. The single mom makes hundreds of decisions by herself every day. I cannot begin to describe how helpful it is to have a friend I trust for advice. As a friend, you can ask questions to help the single mom work through a big decision or bring an objective perspective to her decision-making.
Going from married to single meant that my workload doubled. Between work, house, yard, finances and parenting, most single moms have way too much to do. Be understanding if your single mom friend can no longer do the things you used to together. If she can’t get out for coffee, bring it over to her house one night after the kids are in bed. Instead of the annual birthday shopping trip, offer to take her kids shopping for her birthday presents.
This is a place where you can be a huge help. While my husband and I used to divide and conquer the parent meetings, practices, and lessons, nowadays I often have to be two places at once. You can always set up carpooling ahead of time but look for a spontaneous need as well. If you see her child at practice, text her and offer to drive her child home.
Married parents can lean on each other when making decisions or encourage on the hard days, but single parents are going it alone. This is where a good atta-girl goes a long way. Be specific. A good report on character shown by one of her kids or affirmation of how your friend handled something will give her a huge boost to dig down and keep parenting well.
When my husband died and I was suddenly single, I worried my friendships would change. Most single moms have already gone through a painful loss and the last thing they need with all the change and upheaval is to lose a good friend. It might look different, but find a way to include your single mom friend and make sure she knows that her singleness doesn’t affect your friendship.
International Day of Happiness?
This means to put that smile on today, and show others how happy you are to enjoy another day given from God.
When you are in a happy state of mind, nothing can bring you down, you are able to accomplish so much, and people will be led to you.
Being happy is a good thing, it keeps you going day in and day out. Stay happy, and enjoy life, its healthy to be happy!
Check it out HERE, to read some more about the holiday of happiness!
Also, we didn’t want to leave you without taking a look at the Bible, and seeing what it has to say about happiness!
There is 25 different verses that talk about happiness, and how beneficial it is towards your life. You really need to check this out! Click HERE to see the Word of God.
Photo: http://www.daysoftheyear.com
Today we wear green! Did you know we wear the color green on Saint Patrick’s Day in honor of the green plains and hills of Ireland? Since today is the green day, The Morning Thing co-hosts shared their favorite green thing and why. Check out the links below to find how they plan to celebrate!
Marcy shares her favorite green food, here!
Joe has been supporting this green team since he was six years old! Find out more, here!
Jenna buys this green drink every time she goes home. Find out what it is, here!
Dan, remembers wearing this green thing almost everyday in high school. Listen here!
Andy has found two of these luck green things. Find out more, here!
What is your favorite green thing? Tag us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram to let us know!
The MVNU Women’s Auxiliary Conference is this weekend, March 17-18. Babbie Mason is the featured speaker. The event will take place in the MVNU Chapel Auditorium. Go to www.mvnu.edu/womensaux for details on tickets.
Friday’s session starts at 7pm. Saturday’s session starts at 9am.
Jenna Potts of The Morning Thing had a chance to chat with Babbie about her passion and theme for this weekend’s conference. Click HERE to hear their conversation.
Schedule:
Cost: $40 for both days or $20 for one.
Speaker: Babbie Mason
Babbie Mason is an award-winning singer, songwriter, teacher and TV talk show host. Her ministry and career have blessed countless thousands for almost three decades, taking her across the globe where she has encouraged the hearts of young and old alike in churches, conferences and corporate conventions. She teaches women that they matter to God and that they can overcome any obstacle they may face. Women all over America and abroad have encountered Jesus in an atmosphere of acceptance, forgiveness and love.
Babbie Mason’s heart-felt lyrics and singable melodies have been translated in over twenty languages. She is the recipient of two Dove Awards, and many other award nominations. In 2010 Babbie was recognized for her contributions in Gospel music by being inducted into The Christian Music Hall of Fame. Although Babbie Mason is known all over the world for her contributions of encouraging words and beautiful music, she remains humble, recognizing her blessings come from above. When you meet her, you’ll meet a friend with a love for God and people.
Music: John Stone
John Stone is a seasoned worship leader that believes worship is a lifestyle. John’s mission and purpose can be summed up in this short statement: “delighting God should be our number one priority in all of life. When hearts are right in living out our faith, the manifest presence of God seems to always show up. God delights in the praises of His people!”
He serves full-time as Executive Pastor while still providing weekly worship experiences at Countryside Church of the Nazarene in Lebanon, Ohio. Conferences and various events have become a regular thing for him through the years and he has just released a new recording of original songs that he has been presenting throughout 2015, titled “Everything.”
Rise and Shine 