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Finding Reasons To Give Thanks!

When we come to the end of a year and begin a new one, it becomes pretty easy to reflect on the good, and the bad, of the past year. But instead of brushing the old year off and eagerly embracing the new one, it’s important to remember how far we’ve come. Every heartbreak, every rough time, every difficult…you made it through. You still have breath in your lungs, you still have a new year, a fresh start to look forward to. God, through His amazing grace, brought you through those tough moments…and He will continue to do so.

A stumper today! Make sure to tune in next week for Name That Tune, because next week’s game will be worth TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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Christmas stress…and how to avoid it!

Why is it that we get so stressed out around Christmas? Is it the tight finances, the holiday rush, trying to figure out what the heck to buy for your family, or all of the above. Honestly, it’s all that and more.

It’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, and Christmas stress is almost always unavoidable. But maybe part of the problem is that we take our focus off of what Christmas is really about. The humble birth of a small child, in a quiet peaceful manger, destined to be savior and king of the world. Christmas is about the peace, joy and comfort of the Lord…not the buzz and business of everything else. But we lose sight of that so often. This Christmas, we need to remember what Christmas is really about, the light of the word: JESUS!

It’s the last day of the WNZR Christmas Gift Exchange! Congratulations to Brad from Mount Vernon and Mary from Fredericktown, they were our last two winners for the season! Tune in to The Morning Thing tomorrow at 7:30, we’ll be announcing our SEVEN grand prize winners!

Today’s track was ‘Mary Did You Know’ by Jason Crabb. Congratulations to Charla from Utica for naming the right tune! She wins the $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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There’s Something Different About Christmas

Maybe it’s the lights, maybe it’s the fresh blanket of now…or maybe it’s the love of Christ!

It’s Praise Thursday on the Afternoon Drive, and we just had to talk about this…Christmas time really seems to bring put kindness and joy out of most people, and sometimes we see moments of God’s incredible love and kindness shining through people. One moment I saw as a kid was when my dad gave a whole pizza he had bought for our family to a homeless man during Christmas time. What’s yours?

Other acts of random kindness around the holidays are always so cool to hear! You check out these funny, uplifting and even touching stories of people’s kindness! https://www.buzzfeed.com/lds/random-acts-of-holiday-kindness

Today’s tune was “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” by Downhere. Congratulations to Caitlin from Mount Vernon for naming the right track! She wins the $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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Next Door At The Knox County Career Center!

Today’s show on The Afternoon Drive was a bit different. Our very own Marcy Rinehart was next door at the Knox County Career Center’s Open House. The day was full of fun, treats and dunk tanks! We got the opportunity to hear from Principle Jim Riggle, Lab Director Chad Fisher, Student Carson Ross and more!

The Totally Tasty Tom Turkey Hunt wrapped up today! Congratulations to Joe and Holly for being registered for the last chance at the 14-16 pound turkey from Smithhislers Meats in Mount Vernon! Make sure to tune in to The Morning Thing tomorrow, 6-9am for the drawing!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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His Kindness Is Everywhere!

We believe that God’s kindness can be seen everywhere, in everyday life! Hey, we’re the Afternoon Drive on WNZR, and it’s Praise Thursday! Even though the weather is dreary, there’s still plenty of reason to praise!

We shared stories where saw God’s kindness in our lives, as well as being confused about the names of coffee sizes at Starbucks….

Plus, the Totally Tasty Tom Turkey Hunt continues!

Congratulations to Michelle and Crystal! They’ve been entered into our drawing for a 14-16 pound turkey from Smithhislers Meats in Mount Vernon!

Claire is our winner for today! She’s from Bellville, and she wins the $5 Watts Gift Card!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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The praise that comes from freedom

We start today with a simple praise – God, thank you for allowing me the opportunity to live in a nation where I can cast my vote and where I have a choice! We are blessed!

Then a prayer – Lord, help me to view this week from YOUR perspective. You’re on the throne, and your word still commands us to show proper respect to everyone, to love the family of believers, to fear you, and honor our leaders. Help me to rise above how someone voted, and love them because they are my brother or sister in Christ. To love them like you love us.

Here’s a song we played today that I absolutely love – and is PERFECT for this week! ‘Made Me Glad’ from Darlene Zschech and Hillsong.

This week, Bonnie from Mount Vernon guessed our stumper – ‘Heart of God’ from Zach Williams – she wins two $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Today’s winner was Linda from Fredericktown!

Thanks for listening,
Joe

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He Is Faithful!

Time and time again, He proves that He IS faithful. It’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, and today we shared stories of times when God has worked through our lives! We’d love to hear yours! You can tell us your story right here!:https://www.facebook.com/photo/ fbid=1094717099321751&set=a.392606606199474

I have a pretty cool example of seeing God work in people’s lives. One time, I saw a woman go up to a young lady in Walmart, a total stranger, and tell her about Jesus. As simple as it seemed, seeing that left a huge impression on me. Why are we as Christians sometimes afraid of sharing our faith? Because it’s SCARY. But this incredible woman is the perfect example of the boldness we need to gain in our own faith.

Today’s track for name that tune was ‘Heart of God’ by Zach Williams. Congratulations to Sarah from Mount Vernon for naming the tune! She wins a $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Miracles In Everyday Life!

Once again, it’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive! Miracles can happen in everyday life, and we talked about them!

We shared the story of a close friend miraculously being saved from a truck colliding into her while spinning out on black ice. Not only that, when she found a woman having an asthma attack in a car stuck in front of her, an EMT in a red sports car happened to drive by…stopping and helping them! Absolutely crazy…but a total miracle only by God’s grace!

Verse of the day: Psalm 20:7 “Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; But we will remember the name of the Lord our God.”

Put your trust in the eternal God, not the things of this world.

Today’s track was a MercyMe classic, with “I Can Only Imagine”. Congratulations to Julie from Frazeysburg for naming the right tune…she wins the $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Card!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Good News…And Some Prayer Requests

It’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, and we had a lot to share! From stories about a little girl’s drawing to a couple creating a special kitchen to help those needing to care for loved ones, we loved sharing some stories of encouragement and hope!

To read the full story about the little girl who’s drawing inspired a City Council, click here: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/girl-submits-a-drawing-to-upgrade-playground-for-little-kids-and-the-city-hall-built-it/

For the story on a couple creating a special kitchen, check it out here: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/chinese-couple-honored-for-their-cancer-kitchen-that-gives-carers-a-space-to-cook-for-their-loved-ones/

We are also asking for special prayer and thoughts with some of our close friends of the station going through some tough times. Please keep them in your mind and heart.

Today’s track for name that tune was ‘That’s Who I Praise’ by Brandon Lake. Congratulations to Jon from Mount Vernon for guessing the correct song! He wins the $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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