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Lifeline week is here!

This week we’ll hear a lot about being ‘Made for These Days!’

Lord, please renew our confidence that we are in the right place at the right time, and you have called us by name! We were born to shine bright in the darkness…and we don’t have to be discouraged or afraid. This world needs the hope inside of us, so let us echo Paul’s letter in Galatians, to not become weary in doing good, for in the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

Name something with a siren.

Police car (28 votes)
Ambulance (26)
Fire truck (24)
Weather alarm (19)
Clock (3)

Congratulations to Dave from Fredericktown, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

March 24, 2025 0

NZ Top 10 for 3/21/25

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:

10. Anne Wilson ft. Chris Tomlin – The Cross
9. Brandon Lake – That’s Who I Praise
8. Brandon Lake – Hard Fought Hallelujah
7. Jamie MacDonald – Desperate
6. Jeremy Camp – Again
5. Megan Woods – The Truth
4. Leanna Crawford – Still Waters (Psalm 23)
3. Colton Dixon – Up + Up
2. Seph Schlueter – Running Back To You
1. Crowder – Somebody Prayed (7th week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

JWLKRS Worship – In The Name of Jesus

Zach Williams – Jesus Loves

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

March 21, 2025 0

Getting You To The Finish Line!

When you just want it to be Friday, Thursday can feel like the longest day ever. If you need that boost of encouragement to get to the finish line, we’ve got you covered!

It’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, so of course we’ve got to give you some motivation to finish the week strong!

My lips will shout for joy
when I sing praise to you—
I whom you have delivered.Psalm 71:23
But I trust in your unfailing love;
my heart rejoices in your salvation.
I will sing the Lord’s praise,
for he has been good to me.Psalm 13:5-6

These verses are the perfect reminders of the help and hope the Lord provides. If you’re struggling and need help, the Lord will always hear your cry.

“In The Eye of the Storm” by Ryan Stevenson is fantastic song about turning to God in the middle of despair:

“In the eye of the storm (yeah, yeah)
You remain in control (yes you do, Lord)
In the middle of the war
You guard my soul
You alone are the anchor
When my sails are torn
Your love surrounds me (Your love surrounds me)
In the eye of the storm (in the eye of the storm)”

A stumper this week! Next week’s Name That Tune will be worth TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

March 20, 2025 0

“The Chosen” Comes To Mount Vernon!

Here’s something to looks forward to next week: The latest season of the hit series “The Chosen” hits Premier 7 Theaters in Mount Vernon March 28th!

The Chosen is a groundbreaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus, and one of the most watched shows in the world with over 253 million viewers, 800 million episode views and 16 million followers on social media!!

It’s making a huge impact in so many way for so many lives, and we were so excited to get the chance to speak with Luke Dimyan of the incredible cast! He’s starring as Judas, one of the most pivotal characters in this season!

Check out the conversation here!

March 20, 2025 0

Carmel….Or Caramel?

How’s it pronounced? If you’re from Ohio, there’s a good chance you pronounce it without the “a”. I just don’t get it.

It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive…and also national chocolate & caramel day. So we wanna know: what’s your favorite way to enjoy this delicious combo? Let us know here! https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1205678301558963&set=a.39260660619947

A stumper! Next week’s will be worth TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

March 19, 2025 0

Gospel Gone Viral!

Ever thought a gospel artist would go viral? I didn’t, but I’m so happy this is the case!

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we love seeing gospel music making an impact!

God can reach anyone, at any time, and this was the case when he used Brandon Lake and his song “Hard Fought Hallelujah” to open Jelly Roll’s heart to the gospel again: https://relevantmagazine.com/culture/music/how-a-brandon-lake-song-got-jelly-roll-to-worship-again/

How about gospel star Marvin Sapp’s Tiny Desk Concert on NPR going viral?? The singer-songwriter’s 18 minute music set racked up the 12th most views on YouTube in 24 hours!: https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2025/03/17.MarvinSappsTinyDeskConcertHitsOneMillionViewsinTwoWeeks!.asp

“I’ll bring my storm-tossed, torn sail, story-to-tell hallelujah
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh
God, You’ve been patient
God, You’ve been gracious
Faithful whatever I’m feeling or facing”

A stumper today! Next week’s is worth TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

March 18, 2025 0

Starting the week right!

Today we kept the motivation going strong – here are some of the uplifting songs we shared to start your week!

Name something you might associate with a pirate.

Ship (29 votes)
Sword (24)
Scarf (23)
Rum (16)
Parrot (8)

Congratulations to Jack from Mount Vernon who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Also, Rhonda from Mount Vernon won our Tim Hawkins tickets for this Saturday’s 1pm show. Congrats!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

March 17, 2025 0

NZ Top 10 for 3/14/25

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:

10. For King & Country ft. Michael W. Smith – Place In This World
9. Brandon Lake – Hard Fought Hallelujah
8. Jamie MacDonald – Desperate
7. Brandon Lake – That’s Who I Praise
6. Jeremy Camp – Again
5. Megan Woods – The Truth
4. Leanna Crawford – Still Waters (Psalm 23)
3. Colton Dixon – Up + Up
2. Seph Schlueter – Running Back To You
1. Crowder – Somebody Prayed (6th week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

Phil Wickham – The King is in the Room

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

March 14, 2025 0

Almost Friday…

Might as well rename Thursday this.

It’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, and we had a ton of fun on the show today!

We shared encouragement to pick up your bible and get in the word again, because we need that encouragement just as much as you do!

We also gave away tickets to Tim Hawkins’ comedy routine March 22nd on the campus of MVNU! Congratulations to Doug Litteral for making me (Judah) laugh! He wins two VIP tickets to Hawkins’ 7pm show!

Marissa is going to see Tauren Wells this summer at the Ohio Sate Fair Summer Concert Series! She played Beat The Box Office and correctly named the track “Take It All Back” by Tauren!