"Every Word of God Proves True"
Dave Andrews • August 20, 2020
"Every Word of God Proves True" -Proverbs 30:6
As we encourage listeners to see clearly through God’s Word this year, unbelievers have challenged us on that premise. Perhaps this is not surprising coming from skeptics, but where do our brothers and sisters in Christ stand?
Ken Ham’s 2009 book, Already Gone, probed why two thirds of young people are leaving churches across America. They have also been alarmed at the numbers challenging the inerrancy of Scripture, not in secular colleges, but in Christian colleges. And in 2016, Ham sites ARG research
that among those that attend church in their 20’s and 40’s, twenty percent do not believe the Bible is true and historically accurate. 50% do not believe in a Biblically based young earth theory. Less than that number have ever been taught how to defend their Christian faith.
Many church doctrinal statements rightly include that God’s word is infallible, yet there are a lot of very active competing voices all around us. And if we hear something long enough, we can start believing it. Now if you’re reading this, you probably know why we need to know God’s Word is true in its entirety…if part of it is flawed, there is no way to know which other parts are also. For instance,
if the Biblical account of Creation is not true, then how do we know that the literal account of Jesus’ needed sacrifice for the sins of humanity be true?
While the opposing voices in the world, are clear, strong, and based on reason (and also faith), the people of God need not fear. Modern day evidence abounds for the inerrancy of Scriptures, and it is not faith based alone. Discoveries in Israel, modern science, the dedication of those who knew Christ closest unto death, prophecy fulfilled, statistical accuracy of translation, and your life changed all represent cases of the Word of God. There are plenty of evidences for God’s Word, but we need to teach the Scripture and teach to defend it (and dare I say go on further to proclaim it).
So our first task is to know God’s Word. We can help with that! Everything that is broadcast on local Christian radio goes through strict scrutiny as to proclaim Christ and the truth of His Word. It's the foundation. The second task is to prepare yourself to defend it. There are SO many resources for that (including KJOL)…The Alpha Omega Institute, Answers In Genesis, Right Now Media, Living Waters, Ravi Zacharius International Ministries…the internet makes it easy. The third task is to proclaim it. That may be the hardest part of all…but we can change the church for the better, and even our world if we do not grow weary as servants of the King. In the end, the results are up to God, but we can go to our rest knowing that we did our part with the opportunity that was given.
Speaking of opportunities, KJOL is excited about the small part we recently played in lifting up evidence for the truth of God’s Word in the new Colorado National Monument Creation Virtual Tour Guide App
from the Alpha Omega Institute! You can download for free on the Google Play Store.
-Dave Andrews
KJOL Station Manager
PS- One way that I personally like to connect closer to the real events and places in God’s Word, is by watching videos about archaeological discoveries from Biblical locations! Here is a really fun channel
from a couple who travel around Israel visiting Biblical sites. Do you know what "can't be hidden" in this
video? Let me know.
Our April Spring Friendraiser is officially underway! From time to time on the air, you might hear a gentle reminder to support KJOL in 2026…it’s not a Sharathon…just a time to encourage new friends to come alongside us in ministry to proclaim the Good News of Jesus and God’s Word across the Western Slope.
Fifteen Incredible Easter Songs! Every Easter, I love hearing the wonderful Easter songs, starting with (and ending with) Charles Wesley’s Christ The Lord Is Risen Today . Here are a few of my other favorites that you will hear on KJOL on Easter Sunday. You can no doubt think of many other songs. 2nd Chapter of Acts (also Keith Green) Easter Song Don Francisco He’s Alive Lenny LeBlanc Above All Matt Redman The Cross Has Said It All Newsong Arise My Love Can’t Keep A Good Man Down Phillips, Craig & Dean Crucified With Christ Robin Mark The Wonder of Your Cross (10 minute version!) Ron Kenoly & Hillsongs Australia Jesus Is Alive Larnelle Harris & Sandy Patti I’ve Just Seen Jesus Twila Paris Lamb of God Dallas Holm Rise Again Hillsongs Australia My Redeemer Lives Greg Long Mercy Said No
Many KJOL listeners have indicated they enjoy songs with a country music flair. As it turns out, there are some great songs out right now that fit that description. John Waller & Eric Lee Brumley “ Surprise Me” John Waller is a former worship leader at a church in Parker, Colorado. His songs have been featured in several movies by the Kendrick Brothers: “Fireproof” ( While I’m Waiting ) “Courageous” ( As For Me And My House ) “War Room” ( Crazy Faith ) Eric Lee Brumley grew up in Rhode Island. His life was turned around when he got involved with Teen Challenge and began writing songs. He sings “blue, rock and Americana Gospel.” Caleb & John “ Finished ” Caleb & John are an unlikely collaboration. Caleb Crino is a pastor’s kid who studied classical piano at Belmont University, while John Secker is a self-taught guitarist. John’s style “leans toward the gritty, rootsy side” while “Caleb’s sweet spot is in pop melodies.” They met through a mutual friend while performing with CAIN and Anne Wilson. Their big hits are “ Somebody Like Me ” and “ Hallelujah Feeling .” Ben Fuller & Carrie Underwood “ If It Was Up To Me ” Last October, Ben Fuller was a guest at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, singing his new song “If It Was Up To Me.” Then he introduced a surprise guest on stage: Carrie Underwood. Their voices blended perfectly in a spellbinding performance (which you can see in the link above). The Band Reeves “ My Country ” The Band Reeves is two brothers, Jeramy and Cody Reeves of East Texas. Their newest song is “a heartfelt anthem celebrating faith, family, and the everyday values that define Band Reeves — two brothers who are everyday family men with calluses on their hands and Bible verses in their songs.” They arrived on the music scene in 2022 with their hit “ Higher Than The Heavens .”
The staff and I step into the month of February with a little trepidation but leaning on God. Coming out of maybe the busiest year in my memory, the pattern continues into this month. We look ahead to some challenging projects and hard anniversaries. We would love your prayers.
The new movie “ I Can Only Imagine 2 ” is now showing in Grand Junction. It is a sequel to the highly successful first movie, “ I Can Only Imagine ” (2018) which was inspired by the title song about how MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard reconciled with his alcoholic father. Even before that movie came out, Millard was on tour (2017) with his 15 year old son, Sam, who is diabetic. But while MercyMe was having tremendous success, Millard’s relationship with both his son and his wife was strained. “When you're a parent of a child with any kind of chronic illness, these things don't go away. You have a lot of good days, but some days you feel like you're losing bad. I was in the midst of one of those bad days when 'Even If' was written," Millard recalled. “ Even If ” was co-written with Tim Timmons, who had joined MercyMe on tour. Millard discovered that Timmons was carrying his own hardships and secrets. When film director Andy Erwin (October Baby, Jesus Revolution) heard “Even If” he was blown away. "I never dreamed there was more story to tell — until we heard the story behind 'Even If.' Learning how Tim and Bart co-wrote that song out of deep, lived faith moved us to tears; the honesty and hope woven through each of their journeys are undeniable. (Filmmaker) Brent (McCorkle) and I knew immediately that 'I Can Only Imagine' truly deserved a sequel." A new song written for the movie, “ Make It Well ,” expresses even more pain and struggle. Make it well with my soul Don’t let me face this loneliness alone Make it well with my soul I need a peace that only heaven knows Jesus could you please Just sit and cry with me Till I can sing It is well with my soul I Can Only Imagine 2 opened Feb 19 at the Regal Canyon View theater and The Picture Show in Grand Junction
KJOL added 118 new songs in 2025. That’s a new song every three days! The list included a number of great new artists. Megan Woods ( The Truth ) 24 year old from Massachusetts who overcame an abusive relationship after a friend introduced her to Jesus John Wesley ( Oh, What a Friend ) Not the hymnwriter! John Wesley Honaker is a worship leader in Florida. Rachel Purcell ( Show Up ) A native of Muscle Schoals, Alabama (home of a famous recording studio), Purcell is also a country musician under her maiden name Rachel Wammack Emerson Day ( God Ain’t Finished Yet ) (album version!) She graduated as a “decorated lacrosse player” with a degree in homeland security. But instead, she felt called to pursue Christian music. Jamie MacDonald ( Desperate ) A Michigan native who met Jesus at youth camp, left home and forgot Jesus, returned to the Lord in her 20s. Peter Burton ( Where Would I Be ) He started Thrive Worship at Bayside Church in Sacramento with Lincoln Brewster. Now he is a solo artist with Story House Collective, managed by Matthew West. (Bonus for the guys: the video features a 1975 Chevy Blazer with a custom 409 engine!) Jet Trouble ( I Need You ) The most unusual name in our repertoire! He is a Dallas based musician whose full name is James E. Troublefield (J.E.T.). And he knows about trouble: his father was diagnosed with ALS and died, inspiring “I Need You.” And we can’t discuss 2025 without mentioning one more notable artist. Forrest Frank In July, he was playing with his daughter in his driveway when he crashed his skateboard and broke two vertebrae! While lying in bed, he composed the song “ God’s Got My Back! ” Then two weeks later, tests revealed his back was healed! He later decided not to attend the Dove Awards, saying “I will not receive a trophy for something that is from Jesus and for Jesus.” He swept the Dove Awards anyway: Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year ( Your Way’s Better ).
