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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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Covers, Collaborations and MOVIES!

Ever have trouble figuring out what to talk about? Yeah, we do sometimes. But not today. We’ve got PLENTY to talk about…

It’s Artist Newsday and Game Time Tuesday on The Afternoon Drive, and to say we had a busy day of news and updates would be a major understatement.

Starting things off, Jesusfreakhideout is giving you the chance to win a digital copy of Dog Man, Dreamworks Studios newest animated release for the whole family. You can enter HERE to win your 4k Digital Copy to enjoy with your family!

Need a GOOD TV show? Amazon’s Biblical epic House of David releases this Thursday on Prime streaming! The new series presents a contemporary spin on the story of David, a young shepherd on his rise to become king of Israel. Keep in mind that this is a more mature show, not necessarily for the whole family.

One of the most unexpected and controversial collaborations took place recently with mainstream artist Jelly Roll featuring on Brandon Lake. Brandon made his Grand Ole Opry debut in Nashville alongside Jelly Role; Check out the full story HERE!

“I may not know
What a day may bring
But I know
Who brings the day
On the darkest night
When I cannot see
Still my soul will say”

This week’s edition of song poetry is….a stumper! Tune in next week for your chance to win TWO $5 Gift Cards to Watts Restaurant!

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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Is spring really on its way?

I sure hope so!!! Enough with the polar vortexes 🙂 I like winter, but this one has me craving the 40’s (temperature). Today it’s starting to feel like spring. Let’s celebrate with Andrew Ripp’s great song, “Love’s Got a Way…”

‘Cause love’s got a way
Of bringing healing to a heart in pain
Making beauty from the ashes
Breaking chains one after another
Putting old lies to shame
Love’s got a way

Name something you might find in your garage:

1 – a car or truck
2 – a lawn mower or tractor
3 – a motorcycle
4 – a washer or dryer
5 – tools

Congratulations to Holly 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 2/21/25

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. Jeremy Camp – Again
7. Andrew Ripp – Loves Got A Way
6. Leanna Crawford – Still Waters (Psalm 23)
5. Brandon Lake – That’s Who I Praise
4. Megan Woods – The Truth [previously at #2 for 9 weeks]
3. Seph Schlueter – Running Back To You
2. Colton Dixon – Up + Up
1. Crowder – Somebody Prayed (3rd week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

Elevation Rhythm – Goodbye Yesterday

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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Praying For Our MVNU Community!

There’s a lot happening in our MVNU community, and we need your prayers!

It’s Praise Thursday here on The Afternoon Drive, and while we have plenty of prayer requests, we also have plenty of reasons to praise the Lord!

One of our most immediate prayer requests has to do with one of our very own MVNU students. Will Meyers and his girlfriend were involved in a serious car accident this past Sunday, and while they sustained some injuries, we are praising God for their recoveries. Both are doing tremendously better! Continue to pray for recovery, especially as Will heads into surgery tomorrow!

If you have a praise or prayer request of your own, give us a call at 740-397-9697!

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

Thanks for Listening!- Judah

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Chocolate and Mint..is there a better combination?

Is there a better combination than chocolate and mint? Maybe.

But it’s still amazing!

It’s National Chocolate Mint Day so we wanna know: what’s your favorite way to enjoy this combination? Ice cream, thin mints, Yorks?

Drop your thoughts here! https://www.facebook.com/WNZR.FM

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

Thanks for listening!- Judah

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