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Toby’s Coming To Columbus…

Ok, so we’re a little excited. Actually, VERY excited.

TobyMac is bringing his HITS DEEP tour, along with Crowder, CAIN, Ryan Stevenson and Terrian to Nationwide Arena in Columbus THIS Sunday night! For ticket information, check out our website WNZR.FM!

Still going strong, Toby dropped his latest album, Heaven On My Mind, last Friday!

Plus, Tasha Layton released her live album Worship Through It last Friday. The album features her hit single of the same way, and next week, on Sunday, March 16th, Layton appears as part of the Faith & Friends Series on Fox & Friends Weekend!

“So I hit my knees ’cause I’ve seen all heaven move
(Don’t matter if you hit rock bottom)
(My God pick you up when you call Him)
I pray, “Father, please” ’cause I’ve seen what He can do
(Don’t matter if the storm cloud coming)
(My God come through when you call Him)
These hands have no power
But there ain’t an hour He don’t come through
That’s why when mountains move, I say…”

That was ‘Somebody Prayed’ by Crowder, and congratulations to Scott from Mount Vernon! He wins TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant in Utica, since last week’s was a stumper!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Maybe it’s okay…

Our family continues to join many others in mourning loss this week. Our friend Jessica, from Florida, died unexpectedly the last week of February. She leaves behind a husband and four kids. We’ve had some pretty transparent texts and calls with our daughter, who considered Jess to be like a big sister to her.

I keep thinking of this song…because maybe it’s okay, if I’m not okay…

Praising God in the good times and the bad times…we know what it’s like to broken and are thankful for His restoring power.

Name a popular candy bar!
1 – Hershey’s Chocolate bar (27 votes)
2 – Reese’s peanut butter cups (22)
3 – Snickers (21)
4 – KitKat (17)
5 – Twix (13)

Congratulations to Isabella from Mount Vernon, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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NZ Top 10 for 3/7/25

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

10. Andrew Ripp – Loves Got A Way

09. for KING + COUNTRY ft. Michael W. Smith – Place In This World [6th week at #9]

08. Jamie MacDonald – Desperate 

07. Jeremy Camp – Again

06. Brandon Lake – That’s Who I Praise

05. Leanna Crawford – Still Waters (Psalm 23) 

04. Megan Woods – The Truth

03. Colton Dixon – Up + Up

02. Seph Schlueter – Running Back To You

01. Crowder – Somebody Prayed [5th week at #1]

We debuted new music on the show as well, with The Afters and “You Never Gave Up on Me”!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Finding Joy in Tough Moments

You’ve heard it before. I know, I know, it’s extremely cliché. But life is hard. Sometimes, its really hard. When it gets hard, what do we do? To be completely honest, I haven’t quite figured that part out. But what I have figured out is that when things feel overwhelming, the one place to turn where peace is always guaranteed is.

It’s Praise Thursday here on The Afternoon Drive, and if life has you down lately, you definitely aren’t alone. I’ve found it draining just getting through the week. But thankfully, we have a source that is the ultimate provider of joy:

“Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV)

When you feel overwhelmed with worry, anxiety or just exhaustion, remember that the source of true strength is not found in yourself, but in the Lord.

We also had some fun sharing weird, but very true facts, including Neil Armstrong selling his hair for $3,000. Wish I could sell mine for that much…

Today’s track was “Never Get Used To This” by Forrest Frank and JVKE. Congrats to Terry from Mount Vernon for naming the right tune. Since last week’s was a stumper, he wins TWO $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Cards!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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New Albums, Tours, and More!

Your favorite artists are delivering!

So much new music, plus exciting tours and collaborations, are happening right now! It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday on The Afternoon Drive

Forrest Frank released his collaboration track with country star Thomas Rhett, and it’s a certified banger!

Forrest’s CHILD OF GOD TOUR Part 2 is ramping up, and it’s already selling out! https://jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2025/02/28.ForrestFrankUnveilsNewSinglefeatCountryStarThomasRhett.asp

Tauren Wells has new music on the way as well! His EP, ‘Let The Church Sing’, drops March 21!

JUST IN: Tauren Wells To Drop Let The Church Sing March 21!

“I know the only reason
I can stand here unashamed
It’s not because I’m worthy
It’s all because ______”

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

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Running Back To Him!

When we need rest and a reminder of who we truly are, the Father’s arms are always open wide for us to run back to you.

It’s time for a little Monday Motivation on The Afternoon Drive, and we think that Seph Schlueter’s “Running Back To You” is the perfect example of a reminder of finding our hope and rest in the Lord! When we feel lost, confused, anxious, tired…whatever it is, God will ALWAYS be there for us, no matter what.

“When I’m drowning in questions, when I’ve lost the path
Your love is the answer as You’re calling me back

Back to the table, back to my home
Back to my Father who never lets go
Whatever I’m facing, I know what to do
With my arms wide open, I’m running to back to You”

Let these words be a reminder of where to go when you don’t know where to turn.

Name the most common snack you’d find at a ball park:

-Hamburgers-Top choice in 13 states

-Popcorn-favorite in 7 states

-Nachos-top choice in 5 states

-Hot dog- The favorite in OHIO!

Congratulations to Bob from Howard, he named Hot Dog as one of the top four choices! He wins the $5 Watts Restaurant Gift Card!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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NZ Top 10 for 2/28/25

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

10. Jamie MacDonald – Desperate
9. For King & Country ft. Michael W. Smith – Place In This World
8. Andrew Ripp – Loves Got A Way
7. Jeremy Camp – Again
6. Leanna Crawford – Still Waters (Psalm 23)
5. Brandon Lake – That’s Who I Praise
4. Megan Woods – The Truth
3. Seph Schlueter – Running Back To You
2. Colton Dixon – Up + Up
1. Crowder – Somebody Prayed (4th week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

Micah Tyler – God Did It

Josiah Queen – My Promised Land

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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Jesus…The Ultimate Example of Finding God in Unexpected Places.

Sometimes, when we expect God to show up…He doesn’t. But just not in the way we thought He would. Oftentimes we think God is going to work things the way we want them. Yet time and time again, we see things work out in completely unexpected ways…that sometimes are so much better than we could have every originally imagined!

It’s Praise Thursday on The Afternoon Drive, and today we got to share about God showing up in the most unexpected places, whether that be in our own lives or the lives of others.

Sometimes, we find God through a book found in a Goodwill: https://guideposts.org/inspiring-stories/finding-god-in-unexpected-places/

Maybe it’s in your local pharmacy: https://christiantoday.com.au/news/finding-god-in-unexpected-places.html

Or maybe we want to look at the word of God itself to see where He shows up!: https://proverbs31.org/read/devotions/full-post/2022/05/02/experiencing-gods-presence-in-unexpected-places

No matter where you are in life, remember that God will always be with you, and will not forget you.

Deuteronomy 31:8: The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.

Another stumper today! 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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Who Influences You?

Who’s setting the example for you? Or who are you setting the example for?

It’s National Set A Good Example Day for Who Knew Wednesday on The Afternoon Drive, and we all have people who influence our lives everyday. Whether it’s our parents, spouse, kids, coach, or even people on social media and other entertainment, somebody or something is influencing us every single day of our lives.

We have to be incredibly mindful in choosing who we follow and who we watch…they can have an endearing impact on us, good and bad!

Be the influence in someone’s life that lifts them up and encourages them, and follow the example of those that encourage and have encouraged you!

-I was born February 26, 1932

-I was a famous singer, songwriter and performer

-I was known as the man in black, and was one of the most influential musicians in the twentieth century, inspiring artists in various genres, from country to rock ‘n’ roll

-I’m best known for the songs “Ring of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” and “Folsom Prison Blues.”

I am…Johnny Cash!

Congratulations to Cody from Mount Vernon for guessing the correct person! He wins a $5 Gift Card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!-Judah

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