10. Zach Williams – Less Like Me
9. Casting Crowns – Start Right Here
8. We Are Messengers – Image of God
7. Cory Asbury – Sparrows
6. CAIN – Rise Up (Lazarus)
5. Phil Wickham – Battle Belongs
4. Jeremy Camp – Out of My Hands
3. Matthew West – Truth Be Told
2. Elevation Worship f/Brandon Lake – Graves Into Gardens
1. Andrew Ripp – Jericho (3rd week at #1)
Here’s the new video to Lauren Daigle’s song, “Hold on to Me” CLICK HERE
Thanks for listening! GO LADY COUGARS!
– Joe and Zoe
Today for Praise Thursday we shared devotionals that encourage us to stay in the moment. Alyssa shared a devotional from Hannah Brencher of Proverbs 31 Ministries called “Be Where Your Feet Are.”
Here is a small highlight from this devotional:
“I felt like God was with me in that moment, sitting with me in that coffee shop, whispering, “Stop striving. Stop chasing. Be here now. Moment to moment, I will lead you.”
Today’s key verse reminds me of the promise God makes to me: “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you” (Psalm 32:8).
I love the picture painted here. I love knowing God wants to teach me which paths to travel on. He won’t just keep an eye on me; He will keep a loving eye on me. He wants good for me, but it begins with me putting my hope in Him.
That is the tough part for me. Sometimes I think it would be easier to put my hope in myself or in my future. I want to skip the investment of hope and keep my eyes fixed on things I think I can control. But I miss out on life when I don’t live in the present moment God has given me. I miss out on so much. He has a daily mission for me, and it matters.
Be where your feet are.
This became my daily motto.”
Read the full devotional by clicking here.
Joe shared a devotional that also hit on the keep me in the moment theme:
We had a ‘Keep Me in the Moment” moment at church on Sunday when our pastor referenced Ephesians 5. He’s been talking recently about Atomic Habits, which is a popular book…but he is reminding us we need to have atomic habits concerning our spiritual disciplines. The first atomic habit is to put God first. The second atomic habit is to make sure you’re intentional about relationships. That’s what Paul talks about in Ephesians 5 when he gives us guidelines for Christian living. Nurturing the important relationships means that you have to be present in the lives of your family and your friends. For me it also means being present in the lives of my students. There’s kind of a running joke in the office that if my chair is turned towards my computer, you could walk into my office and say anything and I won’t hear it. And I would say that’s about 98% accurate! So for me, staying in the moment means the chair is turned and making face-to-face connection.
Q: What was the name of Joseph’s youngest brother?
A: Benjamin
Congratulations to Ben of Fredericktown for answering the question correctly and winning a $5 Everlasting Cup gift card!
Thanks for listening!
– Joe & Alyssa
Today for Artist Newsday we shared two new stories about Kingdom Come Festival 2021 and a new live album from Tauren Wells.
Kingdom Come Festival 2021 has been officially announced! This 2-day rock festival takes place in Greentown, Illinois, just outside Louisville, Kentucky; June 18-June 19 are the dates and camping and admission are free! The headliner for Friday is The Letter Black, and Saturday will be anchored by Disciple. Other artists included are Fight The Fade, TJ Harris of Decyfer Down, The Protest, Relent, Chaotic Resemblance, Jenna Parr, and more. Full line ups are available at the Kingdom Come website. Learn more and read the full news article by clicking here.
During a time when music lovers are longing for a live concert experience, GRAMMY® nominee Tauren Wells felt compelled to release Citizen of Heaven LIVE, which includes 15 audio tracks and 4 videos that were recorded during his album launch event in January 2020 at Lakewood Church in his hometown of Houston, TX. Learn more about this album and read the full article by clicking here.
There is no fear, ’cause I believe
There is no doubt, ’cause I have seen
Your faithfulness, my fortress, over and over
Congratulations to Barbie of Fredericktown for correctly answering that those lyrics were from Tauren Wells with his song “Famous For (I Believe” which features Jenn Johnson. She won a $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup.
Thanks for listening!
– Alyssa & Todd
Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:
10. Casting Crowns – Start Right Here
9. Josh Baldwin – Evidence
8. We Are Messengers – Image of God
7. Cory Asbury – Sparrows
6. Phil Wickham – Battle Belongs
5. Jeremy Camp – Out of My Hands
4. CAIN – Rise Up (Lazarus)
3. Matthew West – Truth Be Told
2. Elevation Worship f/Brandon Lake – Graves Into Gardens
1. Andrew Ripp – Jericho (2nd week at #1)
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY – additions this week to the WNZR playlist include:
Ryan Stevenson – When We Fall Apart
Watch the Story Behind the Song video with Ryan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smu0ugwYlrE
Lauren Daigle – Hold on to Me
Thanks for listening!
– Joe
Today for Who Knew Wednesday we shared about another ‘W’ food. Walnuts are a favorite nut for many people and here is a fun recipe for try at home!
CANDIED WALNUTS INGREDIENTS:
To make this candied walnuts recipe, you will need:
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
Who Am I? Who Knew Trivia:
– I was born on this date in 1986 in Seattle.
– I was signed to Forefront Records when I was 12
– My first album, Genuine, released when I was 14
– I sang the song “There’s Got to Be More to Life”
– I’m also known for the singles, “Stuck” and “Don’t Look at Me”
– I was nominated for a Grammy in 2004
– I took a hiatus from 2008-2012 and have done occasional concerts and appearances since then
The answer? Stacie Orrico – congratulations to Karen from Mount Vernon who answered correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup!
Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Alyssa
Lexie & Todd Bring you artist news for Andrew Ripp & Lauren Daigle.
Soulful singer-songwriter Andrew Ripp landed his first No. 1 single with his song “Jericho” at Billboard’s Christian Airplay, Christian AC Monitored, and Christian AC Indicator. Check out the full story HERE
two-time GRAMMY Award winner and multi-platinum selling artist Lauren Daigle has released the long awaited, “Hold On To Me.” Check out the full story HERE
Listen to the new Lauren Daigle song HERE
Truth was crashing through the pride and the blame
Cutting straight into the heart of me
Long before I ever called your name
You were fighting for my victory
The Answer is Jericho by Andrew Ripp! Congrats to Bonnie from Mount Vernon for correctly guessing and winning a $5 Gift Certificate to Everlasting Cup!
Thanks so much for tuning into the Afternoon Drive! – Lexie & Todd
Today’s Monday Motivation focuses on how mighty we are, no matter our size, when we tap into God’s power.
Todd’s devotional is from Winn Collier and called “Mighty.” Read it by clicking here.
Joe shared more about the power of prayer – our ultimate weapon. We are in a constant battle, so how can we respond?
1. Like James 4:7 reminds us, submit ourselves daily to God
2. Close any open doors that give the enemy access.
3. Pray in the name of Jesus, the blood of Jesus and pray the Word!
Name two things in your house that get used more than anything else?
1- TV/remote
2- bathroom/toilet
3- kitchen/fridge
4- telephone
5- bed
6- coffee maker
7- microwave
8- washing machine
Congratulations to Ryan from Mount Vernon, who guessed the top two answers and wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup!
Thanks for listening.
– Joe and Todd
Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:
10. Tauren Wells and Jenn Johnson – Famous For (I Believe)
9. We Are Messengers – Image of God
8. Josh Baldwin – Evidence
7. Phil Wickham – Battle Belongs
6. Jeremy Camp – Out of My Hands
5. Cory Asbury – Sparrows
4. CAIN – Rise Up (Lazarus)
3. Matthew West – Truth Be Told
2. Elevation Worship f/Brandon Lake – Graves Into Gardens (3 weeks at #1)
1. Andrew Ripp – Jericho (1st week at #1)
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY – additions this week to the WNZR playlist include:
TobyMac – Help is on the Way (Maybe Midnight)
Jordan Feliz – Next to Me
Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Zoe
Seriously?? How many people claimed February 24th as their day? Who Knew February 24th was everybody’s day?
Pink Day
Pink Day was established in 2007 after a pair of students, David Shepherd and Travis Price, saw one of their fellow students at Central Kings Rural High School being bullied for no other reason than that they were wearing a pink shirt.
In a stroke of brilliance, these two got together and decided to show support for the student and take a stand against bullying by getting everyone at their school to wear a pink shirt the next day. Pink Day was created to stomp out all bullying and spread understanding, and it’s a concept spreading throughout the world.
Tortilla Chip Day – make your own! Find out how by clicking this link from Simply Recipes!
I Hate Coriander Day – SERIOUSLY? But…some people really think it tastes like soap. Here’s the scoop from Encylopedia Britannica.
Inconvenience Yourself Day
This day is meant to serve as an incentive for others to acknowledge their appreciation for acquaintances or strangers and to promote a respectful attitude and an attentive demeanor.
We can all celebrate by simply opening a door for an old lady, giving up a seat to a pregnant lady, helping a child cross the street, stopping to ask if a tourist is lost and needs directions, offering to carry a suitcase up the stairs and generally making a small sacrifice.
But most of all, we have to reflect on what others need and how we can help. It can make a big difference!
Who Am I?
– I was born on this date in 1885 in Fredericksburg, Texas
– My father died six months before I was born, so my grandfather helped raise me
– My grandfather influenced my love of the sea
– I was appointed to the Navy in 1901
– I rose to the rank of Fleet Admiral
– I commanded the U.S. Pacific Fleet in WWII
– A Navy supercarrier is named after me
– I died in 1966 at 80 years of age
I am Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz. Congratulations to Dave from Butler, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup.
Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Lexie
Driving Notes 