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Here are the first four…

The first four countries were shared about today are these:
Kiribati (KEER-uh-bosh): https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/kiribati.htm
Djibouti (juh-BOO-tee): https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/djibouti.htm
Benin (be-NEEN): https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/benin.htm
Liechtenstein (LICK-ten-stine): https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/liechtenstein.htm

We also asked: “How many countries does the United Nations recognize as sovereign?” The answer is 195, according to WorldAtlas.com. There are technically 197 countries, but the UN doesn’t recognize Taiwan or Kosovo as sovereign countries.

Congratulations to Brenda from Mount Vernon who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

May 8, 2019 0

Smitty surprised by his friends!

Today we shared the story of a celebration for one of our favorite guys, Michael W. Smith – read the story here from JesusFreakHideout.com

We also shared news of Toby Mac’s upcoming Theatre Tour – read more here or by clicking the picture below!

Song Poetry today featured these lyrics:

It’s coming closer to the lost and found.
Tears of joy and tears of shame
Are washed forever in Jesus’ name.

The song is “Healing Rain” by Michael W. Smith – congratulations to Jill of Mount Vernon who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

For Name That Tune, this week’s clip was TobyMac’s “I Just Need U” – congratulations to Nicole from Brinkhaven who wins the Troyer’s certificate.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

May 7, 2019 0

Unsolved Mystery Monday?

Todd hid dog toenail clippers in the Mystery Box today – congratulations to Lorena of Mount Liberty who wins the $5 certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

There used to be a popular TV show called “Unsolved Mysteries” and when I was a kid, another one called “In Search Of.” I loved watching those shows and thinking about solving those mysteries…

Today Todd shared some stories of some of the more recent mysteries that are still confusing the experts. The first deals with an unexplained tremor. Read more here from Reader’s Digest:

On November 11, 2018, low-intensity seismic waves were detected around the world, from Africa to Chile to New Zealand to Canada to Hawaii, according to National Geographic. No one knows what caused the waves, which were the type that would normally be observed at the tail end of a significant earthquake. The theories so far: Was it a meteor strike? A submarine volcano eruption? An ancient sea monster rising from the deep? The investigation continues. Here are more of the biggest unsolved mysteries about Planet Earth.

On August 20, a leading Dutch cybersecurity expert, Arjen Kamphuis, checked out of his hotel in Norway, telling friends he was flying back to Amsterdam. He was never seen again. In September, his ID card was pulled from nearby Arctic waters. Yet Kamphuis’s phones had been turned on more than 1,000 miles away in a small northern Norwegian town on August 30. Because Kamphius was an outspoken advocate for online privacy, some speculate he was assassinated. Others believe he’s become a spy.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

May 6, 2019 0

The NZ Top 10 for 5/3/19

Happy Friday and congratulations to our MVNU Class of 2019. Graduation day is tomorrow!

Here’s this week’s countdown:

10. Casting Crowns – Only Jesus
9. Lauren Daigle – Look Up Child
8. Danny Gokey – Haven’t Seen It Yet
7. I Am They – Scars
6. Josh Baldwin – Stand in Your Love
5. Elevation Worship – Resurrection
4. MercyMe – Best News Ever
3. Pat Barrett f/Cory Asbury – Build My Life
2. We Are Messengers – Maybe It’s Okay
1. for King and Country – God Only Knows

This week we featured two recent adds on New Music Friday – click the photos to link to the official music videos!

Chris Tomlin – Is He Worthy?

Building 429 – Fear No More

Have a great weekend!
– Joe

May 3, 2019 0

The challenge of patience…the power of the Holy Spirit.

Today, we continue our devotions from the book “Time with God for Fathers” by Jack Countryman.

Today it’s all about the challenge of patience, and the power of the Holy Spirit to help us!

THE CHALLENGE:

Romans 15: 3-5 starts our plea, “Father, help me to be patient.”

³For even Christ did not please himself but, as it is written: “The insults of those who insult you have fallen on me.”^{[ 4}For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.

⁵May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had.

Patience has been defined as learning to accept difficult situations without giving God a deadline for their removal.

We know we need patience, but we generally shun the process by which we learn. We want it now. We can’t wait. When we do this and decide we can’t wait for God’s direction…and move ahead on our own…the Old Testament has something to remind us.

“Wait on the Lord, be of good courage; and he shall strengthen your heart. Wait I say on the Lord.” That’s from Psalm 27:14.

The bible promises our trials and tribulations will produce patience as you learn to endure, to bear up, persevere and to keep holding on with no worldly help in sight. If you do so, God will grant you all the patience you need.

THE POWER

So where do we turn for daily guidance on how to live, what to do, where to go, whom to see, and how to make decisions? And how to find that patience we need?

John 14: 16-17 gives us a clue…

¹⁶And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— ¹⁷the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.

The scriptures say the only guide worth trusting is the Holy Spirit.

He’s the only one who knows your past completely…from the moment you were conceived to the present…and who knows your future from this day to eternity.

Only he knows God’s plan and purpose for you what is fully good and right for you. The spirit of Truth is the inner compass for your life, pointing you toward what Jesus would be, say, or do in any given moment.

God desires to make his will known to you. He wants you to know what to do and when to do it…and he gives you this knowledge through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. Trust the Holy Spirit to be your daily guide.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

May 2, 2019 0

Global Love Day with the Drive!

What an appropriate day here on the Afternoon Drive to fall on Global Love Day!
Wow. Man, it’s been an absolutely crazy three years as a WNZR staff member. Next fall, I will be part of music ensemble on campus and then I will be attending the Contemporary Music Center in Nashville, Tennessee in spring semester.

Today on the show, we shared some easy (well, in theory) ways to express your love. This is something we so often forget to do, but goes such a long way when we do.
From Psychology Today, we shared 7 ways to express your love.
Some highlights included…
Tell your loved ones how much you love and appreciate them.
Write a letter or send a card to someone you love, and mail it.
and… Practice the art of forgiveness.

“You can write non-songs…” – Hannah Radke

Read the full article from Psychology Today here!

We also love to tie in the spiritual aspect of our topics, and today is the perfect opportunity for that! We shared 14 ways to show love to those you love that are biblically- based! Read the full article from Crosswalk here!
Some highlights…
Pray for them – The Bible is full of people praying for the ones they love. The church prayed for Peter in jail (Acts 12:5). Jesus prayed for the disciples (John 17:6-19). Paul prayed for the Ephesian believers (Ephesians 1:15-23)
Humbly serve them – Jesus set the example (John 13:1-17). He calls us – His followers – to also humbly and graciously serve others (Gal 5:13).
and… Rejoice and mourn with them – We show deep care for others when their hurts and joys are also ours. Don’t hold back. Let the tears and the cheers flow! (1 Corinthians 12:25-26).

Take the time to tell the people you love that you love them.
Not just today, but every day. Life is too short.
Enjoy the time that you have with the people that you love.
Drive around town together with the windows down and the music blasting.
Sing really loud and bad harmonies to your favorite songs like goofballs.
Appreciate every sunset and every clear night sky.
Fly kites in 30+ mile per hour winds.
Fall in love with the eye color of your friends. Their voices. Their smiles.
Support each other. Cheer each other on. Sit front row. Make signs. Be loud.
Drive to an event in Cleveland on a whim with your apartment mates.
Laugh together. Cry together. Forgive. Encourage. Surprise each other.
Worship together.
Do really stupid Photoshop projects simply because you can.
Go to concerts in Columbus with your mom.
Complain about life at 2 in the morning with your roommate.
Have a wall-full of post-it notes with goofy quotes and memories.
You know how much different your life would be if you lived without regrets?
I do.
Don’t let any of it slip by.
Tell he people that you love them that you love them.
Life is too short.

So, to my Birch 201 family: Breah, Emily, Kelsi, Mariah and Veronica. My whole WNZR family. My MVNU worship family: Michaela and all the rest of the team. My Reynoldsburg AHHH!!! Family, and to my MVNU Jazz Band family…
Thank you. I love you.

For one last time from Lilly… thanks for listening.
– Lilly & Hannah

May 1, 2019 0

Featuring…Danny Gokey and Sanctus Real!

Today Artist Newsday focused on Danny Gokey‘s new album. Read more from JesusFreakHideout.com here!

Song Poetry:
I catch all your tears, burn your name on my heart…
Be still and trust my plan.

The song ias Danny Gokey’s “More Than You Think I Am.” Congratulations to Cheyenne from Mount Vernon, who wins the $5 gift certificate to Troyer’s of Apple Valley.

We also talked about the single and album from Sanctus Real, “Unstoppable God”…you can read more information here!

Name That Tune this week was a stumper! We’ll bring it back next week…

Thanks for listening!
– Joe and Todd

April 30, 2019 0

Mystery Monday: Decorating Month!

Where you live has an impact on our mood, wellbeing and general happiness levels. That’s why it’s vitally important to feel happy in your own surroundings; you spend enough time at home, after all!! Today Lilly and I talked about Decorating Month!

First, we shared about Color Psychology and how each color can make you feel!

Here is some info on some colors:

Black
White
Red
Blue
Green
Yellow
Purple
Brown
Orange
Pink

Question: Something People Design For A Living

Clothes
Buildings
Furniture

Congratulations to Marie from Mount Vernon who guessed our top answer and won a $5 Gift Card to Troyers of Apple Valley!

Of course, we talked about interior design! Here are some of the tips we shared on the show!

Here are the 10 Interior design tips!

Here are the 6 Exterior design tips!

Thank you for checking out our Blog!

-Hannah and Lilly

April 29, 2019 0

The NZ Top 10 for 4/26/19

Happy Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:

10. Danny Gokey – Haven’t Seen It Yet
9. I Am They – Scars
8. Casting Crowns – Only Jesus
7. Lauren Daigle – Look Up Child
6. Josh Baldwin – Stand in Your Love
5. Elevation Worship – Resurrecting
4. Pat Barrett f/ Cory Asbury – Build My Life
3. MercyMe – Best News Ever
2. We Are Messengers – Maybe It’s OK
1. For King and Country – God Only Knows (yes, that’s them below)