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The Heavenly Father | Ohio State Fair

Today, we are at the Ohio State Fair and having Monday Motivation.

Daniel: To me, Prayer has been a very formal activity. Not that I need to think deeply about my prayer; I just do the typical: God help this, do that, thank you for that. This isn’t a very normal relationship. I’ve heard it said that you can talk to God about anything, but the way it was put yesterday in Church got me thinking.

Matthew 6:8: Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

God doesn’t need to hear all your wants and needs; he already knows them, so instead have a conversation with God. The pastor put it like an experience he’d had with his son: he was in a board meeting, his son came in without a care in the world, walked up to his dad and sat on his lap to show him a cool drawing he’d made.

God isn’t too busy to hear all about us, every struggle, every high, every low, and all the in-between of our lives. When you pray, talk to God about your life like you would with your earthly family; your heavenly father cares about you far more than they ever could.

Mystery Monday 

Where do you see a lot of people waiting for a ride? 

  1. ??? (61) 
  2. ??? (10) 
  3. ??? (9) 
  4. ??? (8) 
  5. ??? (6)
  6. ??? (2) 

It’s a Stumper this week. Join us next week for a chance to win TWO $5 gift cards to Watt’s Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!
– Daniel and Joe

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NZ Top 10 for 7/31/26

10. Carly Ann Taylor – Why Should I Worry
9. Chandler Moore – God I’m Just Grateful
8. Matthew West – Good (#1 for 5 weeks)
7. ELEVATION RHYTHM – WASHED (#1 for 1 week)
6. We The Kingdom – Rescue Me
5. Phil Wickham & Crowder – It Really Is Amazing Grace
4. Jamie MacDonald – Ain’t No Way
3. CeCe Winans – Worthy Of It All (Worthy) (4th week at #1)
2. Zach Williams – Wait For Me
1. Josiah Queen – demons

New Music This Week:

Megan Woods – Heaven Down Here

Thanks for listening to the Afternoon Drive!

-Joe & Brock

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Who knew it was the Knox County Fair!

We’re at the Knox County Fair today, we talked alot about different things we’re giving away and had conversations with all the people who present at the fair and make the fair happen in the first place. You can find all the information about our giveaways for this year’s fair right HERE

WHO AM I?

  1. I was born on July 29, 1938, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  2. In 1959, I got my first gig at a local radio station, where I was hired as a member of the news department; were many of my stories were picked up by the CBC
  3. In 1965, ABC hired me for their 15-minute nightly newscast, where I struggled a bit before moving on overseas
  4. After a brief stint abroad, I returned to the U.S. to become a Washington correspondent and news anchor for ABC’s new morning program AM America
  5. Throughout my career, I reported on some of the biggest events of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, including the fall of the Berlin Wall, the Gulf War, and the September 11 attacks.

I am Peter Jennings! Congratulations to Nathaniel from Sunbury, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Daniel & Joe

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Fair week and the 40 Days festival!

Brock, Daniel and I are hosting the show alongside On The Road With Big Blue this week! Make sure you check this link on our website, WNZR.fm, to find out about the Knox County Fair and our amazing prizes!

Oh, and YES we are still giving away tickets this week to see FOR KING + COUNTRY at the Ohio State Fair on Monday!

Now to the news…

WILLIAMSTOWN, KENTUCKY – The 40 Days of Christian Music festival — the world’s largest — returns TODAY for its sixth consecutive year at the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum in northern Kentucky.

This massive event runs today through September 5, featuring dozens of prominent Christian performers and speakers for an unforgettable experience. The festival just announced the addition of Jeremy Camp, Grammy Award nominee and winner of five GMA Dove Awards on September 5.

Attendees can explore two of America’s best-known biblical attractions, the life-size Noah’s Ark at the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum, but also enjoy live performances from some of the biggest names in Christian music in state-of-the-art facilities.

This year’s lineup beyond Jeremy Camp includes CAIN, Crowder, Passion, Matthew West, Jamie MacDonald, Jon Reddick, Cochren & Co., David Phelps, Tasha Layton, Jason Crabb, Triumphant Quartet, Karen Peck & New River, Mark Trammell Quartet, The Isaacs, The Inspirations, Gold City, and Joseph Habedank, among many others. In total, more than 100 artists will take the stage throughout the 40-day event with performances every day, except Sundays.

I say, “I’m fine, yeah, I’m fine, oh, I’m fine, hey, I’m fine”

But I’m not, I’m broken.

And when it’s out of control, I say “It’s under control”

But it’s not and You know it.

This one was a stumper last week! This week, Lisa from Fredericktown got the answer correct! ‘Truth Be Told’ by Matthew West.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Brock

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Giving the Little You Have and the Knox County Fair

Today on the Afternoon Drive, we are at the Knox County Fair talking to presenters at the fair, talking about the events, and telling you about all the excitement happening down at the fairgrounds today. Find out more information HERE on our website.

Daniel: One of the things I struggle with is my giving. I’m not consistent with it; I give in larger amounts but not as frequently as I probably should; I should do more.

In Luke 21:1-4, Jesus and his disciples are sitting by the temple collection booth. He sees the Pharisees, Princes, and the Wealthy give large amounts. He saw them smile when others praised their “generosity.” But then he spots a widow slip through the crowd to give a measly two copper coins. She was avoiding notice and didn’t give to be recognized; she gave out of devotion to God. This was probably all she could give. 

Even in the little she has, she still gives to God. Maybe you have a little time, or a little strength, or, as it is commonly thought, a little financially. It’s not about the number, the hours, or how much you can do; it’s about the fact that you do it at all. God asks us to simply do as he asks. Remember, he who is faithful in little is also faithful in much.

Mystery Monday

Give me a phrase containing the word “Hot”

1. Tamale (13)

2. Dog, Some like it hot (8)

    4. Outside, Sauce (5)

    6. That’s Hot (4)

    Congratulations to Charla from Utica, who guessed those top two answers and wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

    Thanks for listening!
    – Daniel and Joe

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    NZ Top 10 for 7/24/26

    10. Carly Ann Taylor – Why Should I Worry
    9. Chandler Moore – God I’m Just Grateful
    8. Matthew West – Good (#1 for 5 weeks)
    7. We The Kingdom – Rescue Me
    6. Phil Wickham & Crowder – It Really Is Amazing Grace
    5. Jamie MacDonald – Ain’t No Way
    4. ELEVATION RHYTHM – WASHED (#1 for 1 week)
    3. Zach Williams – Wait For Me
    2. Josiah Queen – demons
    1. CeCe Winans – Worthy Of It All (Worthy) (4th week at #1)

    New Music This Week:

    for KING & COUNTRY – what if i told you?

    Congrats to Maude from Mount Vernon for correctly guessing “Trust In You” by Lauren Daigle during today’s special edition of Name That Tune!

    Thanks for listening!

    -Joe & Brock

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    Relax Your Brain while Eating a Mango in a Hammock

    Today for WHO KNEW WEDNESDAY, we talked about National Mango Day, National Hammock Day, and World Brain Day. Here is what we talked about…

    WHO KNEW FACT CHECK – The hammock can help improve sleep because its rocking motion feels like being rocked by your mother.

    NATIONAL MANGO DAY – Mango trees can grow up to 100 feet with a canopy of over 35 feet. Less than 1% of the flowers will mature into mango fruits, but don’t worry, mango trees produce mangos all year long.

    NATIONAL HAMMOCK DAY – The Mayans developed the only known written language in Mesoamerica and invented the hammock! Hammocks were originally woven from the Hammack tree, native to Latin America, hence the name, “hammock”.

    WORLD BRAIN DAY – Your brain isn’t fully formed until age 25. Brain development begins from the back of the brain and works its way to the front. As a result, your frontal lobes, which control planning and reasoning, are the last to strengthen and structure connections.

    WHO AM I?

    1. I was born on July 22, 1940, in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
    2. Early in my career, I would read the CBC national radio news and cover a wide range of special events for CBC Radio and CBC Television
    3. I was a host for many different game shows throughout my career, including “Wizard of Odds,” “High Rollers,” and “Jeopardy.”
    4. I had made several guest appearances on different talk shows and the show The X Files
    5. I became an advocate for pancreatic cancer before my death in 2020.

    I am Alex Trebek! Congratulations to Grace from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

    Thanks for listening!
    – Daniel & Joe

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    Two Albums, One Powerful Message

    Matthew West has announced a brand-new album! It’s called Jesus Is King and arrives September 25. The 12-song project is centered on faith, surrender, and the hope we have in Christ.

    Along with the album announcement, Matthew has also released a brand-new single, “Back to Jesus.” He says making this record was a reminder to his own heart that no matter how loud fear, failure, or the noise of the world may seem, only Jesus gets the final word.

    The new song, “Back to Jesus,” is a powerful reminder that no one is ever too far gone for God’s grace. It’s a message of redemption for anyone who’s wandered or wondered if there’s a way back. Matthew says he hopes these songs remind listeners of one simple truth: Jesus is King.

    The new project follows Matthew’s 2024 album, Don’t Stop Praying, which became one of the biggest moments of his career. The title track spent two weeks at the top of the Christian radio charts and inspired a nationwide prayer movement.

    Matthew will also be taking these new songs on the road this fall with his Jesus Is King Tour, which kicks off September 10 and brings his music to audiences across the country.

    ELEVATION RHYTHM has released a brand-new live album! It’s called WASHED and is available everywhere now.

    The nine-song project was recorded live during ELEVATION Church’s weekly youth nights in Charlotte, North Carolina, and captures what God has been doing in the lives of young people through worship. The album is named after the group’s current No. 1 hit, “WASHED,” which recently became ELEVATION RHYTHM’s first song to reach No. 1 across multiple Christian radio charts.

    Creative director Josh Holiday says each live album is like a “time capsule,” capturing what God is doing in a specific season. He says WASHED reflects stories of identity, freedom, and new life found in Christ.

    The album also features guest artists including Josiah Queen, Jonathan Stamper, SEU Worship, Avery Marillo, and Lizzie Morgan.

    Fans will have the chance to experience these songs live this fall as ELEVATION RHYTHM launches the WASHED Tour, featuring worship nights, Bible studies, and opportunities to build community in cities across the country.

    I say, “I’m fine, yeah, I’m fine, oh, I’m fine, hey, I’m fine”

    But I’m not, I’m broken

    And when it’s out of control, I say “It’s under control”

    But it’s not and You know it

    This week was a STUMPER, so call in next week for your chance to win TWO $5 gift cards to Watt’s Restaurant in Utica!

    Thanks for listening to the Afternoon Drive!

    -Joe & Brock

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    Prayer and Speaking Jesus

    Daniel: Yesterday in church, the pastor’s message really convicted me. We’ve been studying the Sermon on the Mount, and this week we covered Matthew 5:21–48. I’ve read this passage many times before, but this time it hit differently.

    Jesus teaches that God is concerned not only with our outward actions, but with the condition of our hearts. I may never go out and commit murder, but I still get angry at people. I still struggle with sinful thoughts and attitudes. Even if no one else sees them, God does. That realization reminded me how much I need Him every single day.

    So what do we do when we recognize our sin? The answer is simple: take it to God. Stop and pray.

    One habit I’ve found incredibly helpful is praying first thing every morning. I often begin my day by praying the Lord’s Prayer from Matthew 6:9–13

    ‘Our Father in heaven,
    hallowed be your name,
    your kingdom come,
    your will be done,
    on earth as it is in heaven.
    Give us today our daily bread.
    And forgive us our debts,
    as we also have forgiven our debtors.
    And lead us not into temptation,
    but deliver us from the evil one’

    When I wake up—and whenever I’m tempted—I ask God to guide my thoughts and help me keep my mind fixed on Him throughout the day.

    Jesus reminds us that if God cares for the sparrows, He certainly cares for us. So don’t carry your struggles alone. Bring them to Him. He listens. He is with you in the darkest hours of the night, and He is faithful to guide you according to His perfect will.

    Joe: I Speak Jesus

    “Your name is power
    Your name is healing
    Your name is life
    Break every stronghold
    Shine through the shadows
    Burn like a fire

    I just wanna speak the name of Jesus
    Over fear and all anxiety
    To every soul held captive by depression
    I speak Jesus

    Shout Jesus from the mountains
    Jesus in the streets
    Jesus in the darkness, over every enemy
    Jesus for my family
    I speak the holy name, Jesus!”

    Why speak Jesus?

    Because he tells us, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness…” (John 8:12)

    When you believe, you believe His claims to be the source of spiritual truth, life, and guidance – to be the light is a bold claim. He’s saying He is the true, ultimate light from God. Jesus is not just a teacher—He is divine illumination itself!

    Because He defines true freedom!

    “If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36)

    He reframes it as not political freedom, but freedom from sin! He’s the liberator of the human soul. The only one who can truly break sin’s power.

    Mystery Monday 

    Name a phrase that starts with “Carry the…” 

    1. Load (24) 
    2. Bags (18) 
    3. Weight (8) 
    4. Baby, Ball, Groceries, Torch (6) 

    After a THREE-WEEK stumper, we want to say congratulations to Lisa from Centerburg, who guessed those top two answers and wins THREE $5 gift cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

    Thanks for listening!
    – Daniel and Joe

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