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Teachers Make An Impact!

Teachers can be some of the most important people in our lives….they can encourage, uplift and touch our lives or the lives of young people in a special way!

It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we wanted to give a special shoutout to Teacher’s everywhere!

They’re some of the most underappreciated people in our lives, but it’s so important that we have good ones!

If you know a teacher who made an impact on your life, make sure to thank them today!

-I was born April 9, 1954 in Houston, TX

-I’m an American Film Actor

-I’ve starred in films like “Soul Surfer”, “Any Given Sunday” and “Reagan”

I am…Dennis Quaid!

Congratulations to Lincoln from Utica, he wins the two $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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Star Wars…and Jesus??

Never thought we would see the day where famous actors from the Star Wars series voice characters in an animated film about the life of Jesus…but here we are.

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday right here on The Afternoon Drive, and we’ve got something pretty cool to look forward to this Friday.

Angel Studios releases their animated film about the life of Jesus, King of Kings, and the cast is star studded. There are literally so many Star Wars in this…including Luke Skywalker!

For a quick rundown of the cast, we’ve got:

Oscar Isaac, who voices Jesus. A.K.A, Poe Dameron from the latest Star Wars trilogy.

Mark Hamill—a.k.a. Luke Skywalker himself—voicing King Herod.

Forest Whitaker, who brought Saw Gerrera to life in Rogue One.

And even more! Star Wars nerds, this might just be the movie for you.

For more information and to secure free kids’ tickets, visit angel.com/kingofkings.

Plus, Toby Mac is recruiting some young talent to drop some absolute bangers!

Teaming up with Forrest Frank and Josiah Queen, he’s released two new tracks that are perfect for the upcoming summer! https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/tobymac-drops-two-collabs/

“oh God, I’m desperate
Down on my knees
Send help from heaven
‘Cause that’s what I need
Redeem this wreckage
Restore my peace
I’m not asking, I’m begging
Lord, come through for me
I need heaven…”

A stumper! Tune in next week for your chance to grab TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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A Thousand Times!

Monday Motivation today features Darren Mulligan and We Are Messengers with their new song, ‘A Thousand Times.’ What a wonderful reminder of God’s persistence with us as we walk through the hills and valleys of life. His forgiveness and mercy knows no end!

Name something you might find in a first aid kit.

  1. Bandage (41 votes)
  2. Aspirins (29)
  3. Antibiotic cream (21)
  4. Tweezers (7)
  5. Eye wash (2)

Congratulations to Jenny from Mount Vernon, who guessed the top two answers and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

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NZ Top 10 for 4/4/25

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:

10. Katy Nichole – When I Fall
9. Brandon Lake – That’s Who I Praise
8. Megan Woods – The Truth
7. Brandon Lake – Hard Fought Hallelujah
6. Colton Dixon – Up + Up
5. Jeremy Camp – Again
4. Jamie MacDonald – Desperate
3. Leanna Crawford – Still Waters (Psalm 23)
2. Seph Schlueter – Running Back To You (5th week at #2)
1. Crowder – Somebody Prayed (9th week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

Danny Gokey – Only For a Moment

Andrew Ripp – Breakdown

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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No Matter What…Give Him Praise!

Easier said than done, huh? We can say this and repeat it to ourselves and others as much as we want…sometimes it just doesn’t help.

It’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, and we’re trying to remind ourselves to give thanks in ALL circumstances.

Yep, even when we don’t feel like it, HE is worthy of praise!

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

If you’re finding yourself tired, burnt out and maybe just plain over it all, remember that God is always there to lift you up when you need Him.

Today’s track was “Running Back To You” by Seph Schlueter, correctly named by Rochelle from Mount Vernon! She wins TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant since last week’s was a stumper!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Forgiveness

Have trouble letting things go? We all do sometimes. Holding onto bitterness and forgiving others is usually the route we go down, but we don’t have to.

It’s Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and also National Reconciliation Day, which celebrates making up and forgiving each other!

If there’s a relationship to mend or tough conversation that needs to take place, this could be your sign to do so! Holding on to things oftentimes builds up the bitterness and hurts us deeply, as well as those we love. If you need God’s help to forgive, you can cry out to Him anytime, and He will hear you!

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.-Ephesians 4:32

 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.-1 John 1:9

For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.- Matthew 6:14-15

-I was born April 2, 1914 in London, England

-I was best known for starring as Obi-Wan-Kenobi in the original Star Wars trilogy

A stumper! Next week’s will be worth TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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First of April Shenanigans

It IS April fools day…but this is hardly a joke.

It’s Artist News Day and Game Time Tuesday, and this is a HUGE month for Christian music!

Gospel Music Association (GMA) excitedly announced that industry leaders and organizations across Christian and Gospel music are coming together for the month of April to celebrate the first annual Christian Music Month (CMM), a movement designed to encourage fans everywhere to listen, engage, and share the power of Christian music. Guess what? You’re doing that right now by listening to WNZR!!

A talented singer named Baylee Littrell is making a name not just for himself, but for Jesus. The 22-year old son of Backstreet Boys star Brian Littrell performed “Hey Jesus” on American Idol , which he wrote about the pain of losing his grandmother three years ago — a loss that deeply shook his world and faith.

Check out the powerful performance here:

“The truth is I am my Father’s child
I make Him proud and I make Him smile
I was made in the image of a perfect King
He looks at me and wouldn’t change a thing
The truth is I am truly loved
By a God who’s good when I’m not good enough
I don’t belong to the lies, I belong to You”

Those are lyrics from Megan Woods’ “The Truth”! Congratulations to Jennifer from Centerburg! She wins TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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The Latest In Christian Music News!

Tauren Wells is on a roll right now! Not only is he headlining the Ohio State Fair’s Summer Concert Series this summer, but he also dropped a brand new EP this past Friday!

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday, and we have some exciting news to share!

Tauren Well’s EP Let The Church Sing, inspired by the historic launch of Church of Whitestone, which he and his wife, Lorna, founded in Austin, Texas, in January 2024. Welcoming nearly 4,000 attendees on its opening weekend, Church of Whitestone made history as the largest first-day church launch in American history. This transformative experience propelled Wells’ creativity, bringing worship music to the forefront like never before. (jesusfreakhideout.com)

Check out the full article right HERE!

Ellie Holcomb is adding top-selling author to her resume! The award winning song-writer has published a top-selling children’s book, Spring Sings, alongside the companion album of the same name! Check out the full story HERE!

“I make Him proud and I make Him smile
I was made in the image of a perfect King
He looks at me and wouldn’t change a thing
The truth is I am truly loved
By a God who’s good when I’m not good enough
I don’t belong to the lies, I belong to You.”

A stumper! Tune in next week for your chance at TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Lifeline week is here!

This week we’ll hear a lot about being ‘Made for These Days!’

Lord, please renew our confidence that we are in the right place at the right time, and you have called us by name!  We were born to shine bright in the darkness…and we don’t have to be discouraged or afraid. This world needs the hope inside of us, so let us echo Paul’s letter in Galatians, to not become weary in doing good, for in the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

Name something with a siren.

  1. Police car (28 votes)
  2. Ambulance (26)
  3. Fire truck (24)
  4. Weather alarm (19)
  5. Clock (3)

Congratulations to Dave from Fredericktown, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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