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Christmas Motivation This Monday!

Christmas is less than one week away! With that, we have some Christmas-themed Monday Motivation for you!

Ethan’s home church had their night of worship this past Sunday! The theme of the night was “Comfort & Joy.” The whole night started off with MercyMe’s version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen!

We’re reminded that Jesus came down to earth to seek and save the lost! The Prince of Peace was humbly born in a manger so that we could be saved by Him! There is no place you can go that Jesus can’t find you!

Gabriella talked about the inner feelings we may have around the Christmas season. Some feelings we may have are joy, festivity, gratitude, and even nostalgia. Sometimes, we may feel a little differently when families face tragedy, or maybe a change. If Christmas hits different this year, remember it’s okay to grieve what once was. Remember where your hope comes from, and the reason for the Christmas season!

We have one more Christmas themed Mystery Monday question for this Christmas season! Here was this week’s Family Feud prompt:

Name something people do the day after Christmas.

  1. Return gifts (55 votes)
  2. Shop (20)
  3. Rest (10)
  4. Eat leftovers (9)
  5. Clean (6)

Congratulations to Michelle from Mount Vernon for calling in and correctly giving us the top two answers on the board! She’s taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in on Tuesday, where we have conversations with some WNZR artists about what they love about Christmas!

Thank you for listening!
– Gabriella and Ethan

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The Light Of The World Born in a Manger, For You and Me!

Over 2,000 years ago, our Lord and Savior was humbly born in a manger. The plan from the beginning was for Jesus to be born of a virgin, and go on to die on a cross as a sacrifice for the world’s sins. The Prince Of Peace born in a manger, for you and me.

Ethan’s church, Wooster Naz, sing this song from We The Kingdom during worship every Christmas. It reminds Ethan of the verse in Luke 2 when an angel of the Lord appeared to some shepherds in a field nearby where Jesus was born.

Luke 2:13-14 NIV:

13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,

14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven,
    and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”

Ethan loves worshipping Jesus for who He is and for coming down so humbly, being born in a manger, and bringing peace on earth to those who His favor rests upon. That’s us who believe, follow, and have Jesus as our Lord and Savior!

Remember why Jesus came on earth. To go to the cross, be crucified, and be the ultimate sacrifice for our sins! His plans are so good for us!

Read the entire chapter of Luke 2 here!

We had a new prompt for Mystery Monday this week! Here was this week’s Family Feud question:

Name a reindeer besides Rudolph.

  1. Dasher (25)
  2. Dancer (22)
  3. Donner (18)
  4. Prancer (15)
  5. Vixen (10)

Congratulations to Linda from Utica for calling in and correctly guessing the top two answers on the board, taking home a $5 gift card to Watt’s Restaurant in Utica!

Thank you for listening!
– Joe and Ethan

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Christmas Gift Exchange!!

The WNZR Christmas Gift Exchange IS BACK!
Tune in for your chance to win an amazing prize. Each day of the contest, our DJs will select Christmas gifts to put under the tree. Throughout the day, the DJs will give a cue to call 740-397-WNZR (9697).
Caller #9 gets the chance to pick which DJ’s gift they want from under the tree. You need to choose carefully, because you only get one chance to exchange the gift. We’ll announce the SEVEN grand prize winners on Friday, December 19th throughout the 7am hour on The Morning Thing. Congratulations to Lisa of Mount Vernon and Erica of West Virginia!

Name a popular Christmas decoration. 

  1. Christmas Tree (35) 
  1. Lights (30) 
  1. Ornaments (20) 
  1. Wreath (10) 
  1. Tinsel (5) 

Thanks for listening!

– Gabriella and Joe 🙂

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It Seems Impossible Until It’s Done!!!

On this Monday Motivation we talked about some inspirational strictures for you and Thanksgiving in a Christian point of view! We also took a look at some encouraging and uplifting songs during The Afternoon Drive! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Monday Motivation was Build a Boat by Colton Dixon– Faith and obedience: faith requires action, just as Noah built the ark before any rain came. Preparation for the future: preparing for tough times and “storms” that may come in life, even if you don’t see them yet. Trust in divine guidance: God will help you navigate the “currents underneath”. Perseverance: stand up for your beliefs and do “whatever it takes,” even when others think it’s “lunacy”. Hope: The song provides a message of hope that even in a “desert place,” God’s promises will be fulfilled.

Joe’s Monday Motivation was Thank You by The Katinas– With Thanksgiving coming up this week it’s important to understand what God has done for YOU. We should be more thankful for the GIVER than the GIFT! 1 Thessalonians 5:18: “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus”. Philippians 4:6: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God”.

WNZR is getting ready for the holidays and that includes getting Christmas Music ready for you! We are currently playing some special songs for Thanksgiving and debuting some new songs for Christmas. Then join us for WNZR’s Holly Jolly 25 from December 1st through Christmas Day! 25 straight days with ALL Christmas Songs!

The leaves that Joe raked over the weekend 🙂 (Below)

Name something the cook might stress about on Thanksgiving. 

  1. The turkey being cooked properly (43) 
  1. Not having enough food (22) 
  1. Spilling something (15) 
  1. Running out of a dish (10) 
  1. Guests not enjoying the meal (10) 

Congratulations to Linda of Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Gametime Tuesday with Ethan and Joe!

Thanks for listening!

– Gabriella and Joe

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Keep God on your Mind!!

We love getting to start our week off with some Monday Motivation for you! We took a look at some encouraging and uplifting songs during The Afternoon Drive! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Monday Motivation was Psalm 34:18- “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” The song is a testament to finding God’s goodness even amid grief and hardship, specifically in the aftermath of TobyMac’s son’s death.

Joes Monday Motivation was about finding strength in faith during hardships. It’s important to not rely on your own understanding and power. The song’s message is that when your own strength runs out, you can turn to God for the power to overcome challenges. Isaiah 41:10- “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand”

The 25th Annual WNZR Totally Tasty Tom Turkey Hunt is back! Listen for Tom’s “Gobble” and be caller #5 to be REGISTERED to win a turkey thanks to Smithhisler Meats of Mount Vernon! The drawing will be this Friday during The Morning Thing, announcing FIVE winners.

Name something people do after Thanksgiving dinner. 

  1. Take a Nap (35) 
  1. Watch football (25) 
  1. Do the dishes (15) 
  1. Eat dessert (10) 
  1. Gor for a walk (7) 
  1. Shop or Plan Black Friday (5) 
  1. Talk with Family (3) 

Congratulations to Karen of Mount Vernon for guessing our top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Gametime Tuesday!

Thanks for listening!

– Gabriella and Joe

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New Giveaways!!

We love getting to start our week off with some Monday Motivation for you! We took a look at some encouraging and uplifting songs during The Afternoon Drive! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Monday Motivation was “Revelation song”:  To provide a glimpse into heaven’s worship and inspire believers to focus on God’s glory, even amid worldly struggles.

Don’t miss our NEW Contest – The Afternoon Drive has Sing for Rend Collective! Each day NEXT WEEK, you will have a chance to sing a Rend Collective song to win a pair of Deluxe Experience Tickets to The Rend Collective Folk! Fall Tour at MVNU on 11/14!  These Deluxe tickets are valued at $75 each!

The 25th Annual WNZR Totally Tasty Tom Turkey Hunt is back! Listen for Tom’s “Gobble” and be caller #5 to be REGISTERED to win a turkey thanks to Smithhisler Meats of Mount Vernon!

Name one word associated with pilgrims:

  1. Mayflower
  2. Bonnets/hats
  3. Buckles
  4. Native American
  5. Religious

Congratulations to Jean of Fredericktown to guessing the top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Gametime Tuesday!

Thanks for listening!

– Gabriella and Joe

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Endless Stream of Goodness!!

We love getting to start our week off with some Monday Motivation for you! We took a look at some encouraging and uplifting songs during The Afternoon Drive! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Monday Motivation was Cochren & Co. with Running Home. The song conveys that instead of facing anger and punishment, a person who returns to God will find an open, welcoming embrace and unconditional love. It speaks to overcoming a past filled with mistakes and finding redemption, peace, and freedom by “running home” to faith. 

Joe’s Monday Motivation was Matt Redman’s Ten Thousand Reasons. When you feel like there’s no reason to be blessed, this song shows there’s many reasons to be blessed. Even Matt said “ten thousand reasons to be blessed is an understatement.”

Don’t miss our NEW Contest – Ring for Rend Collective. Listen to The Morning Thing and The Afternoon Drive this week! Listen for the short clip of the song Hallelujah Anyway and be Caller #3. You can win a pair of General Admission Tickets to The Rend Collective Folk! Fall Tour at MVNU on 11/14!  Tickets are valued at $26 each! Congratulations to Rhonda of Fredericktown for being caller #3!

What superhero would you never hire as a babysitter? 

  1. Incredible Hulk (38 votes)
  1. Wolverine (25 votes) 
  1. Spiderman (21 votes) 
  1. Iron Man (8 votes) 
  1. Batman (8 votes) 

Congratulations to Bob of Howard for guessing our top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday with Ethan and Xander!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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He’ll Never Let us Down!!

We love getting to start our week off with some Monday Motivation for you! We took a look at some encouraging and uplifting songs during The Afternoon Drive! Here’s what we talked about:

Gabriella’s Monday motivation was Mighty Name of Jesus by Hope Darst: When feeling weak, remember that God’s power is shown in weakness.

Joes Monday Motivation was Won’t Start Now by Seph Schlueter: He has never failed in the past and will not fail them in the future.

We also played Family Feud for our Mystery Monday!

If Batman went broke, what Bat-item would he sell?

  1. Batmobile (81)
  2. Batcave (9)
  3. Batcopter (2)
  4. Batcycle (2)
  5. Batplane (2)

Congratulations to Brylan of Mount Vernon for guessing the top two answers correctly and taking home a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Tune in Tomorrow for Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday with Ethan and Xander!

Thanks so much for listening!

– Joe and Gabriella 🙂

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Start the week with a fresh spirit!

Today I’m sharing another great motivational song from TobyMac. Can we approach each day on the edge of our seat? We can admit, some days it’s harder than others, but God calls us to something significant every day. Maybe one of our biggest challenges is to kick the jaded spirit to the curb each and every day??

Name something kids do during recess. 

  1. Play tag – 30 
  1. Swing – 25 
  1. Slide – 20 
  1. Talk with friends – 15 
  1. Eat snacks – 10 

Congratulations to Brenda from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins two $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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