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New Records to Release!

Today, Mike and Abby shared news about new and upcoming albums in the Christian Music Industry!

Mike shared about We Are Messengers’ new album titled “Where the Joy Is”, which includes radio single “God be the Glory” as well as collaborations with Blanca and Ben Fuller. You can read more about the album HERE!

Abby shared about Crowder’s upcoming album “The Exile”, which is coming out on May 31st! The latest track “— [DASH]” features TobyMac and a powerful message. You can read more about this project HERE!

All my life, I’ve been told I belong at the end of the line

With all the other not-quites, with all the never-get-it-rights

But it turns out they’re the ones You were lookin’ for all this time

And the tune is… Casting Crowns– Nobody (featuring Matthew West)! Shout out to Andrew for getting this one! He wins a $5 gift card to Watt’s Restaurant in Utica.

Thanks for listening!

-Mike and Abby

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The one who holds the stars!

Monday Motivation today? Well, this one’s easy as we witness a solar eclipse. Watch this one from Skillet and know that YOU ARE LOVED today!

If You can hold the stars in place
You can hold my heart the same
Whenever I fall away
Whenever I start to break
So here I am, lifting up my heart
To the one who holds the stars

The deepest depths, the darkest nights
Can’t separate, can’t keep me from Your sight
I get so lost, forget my way
But still You love and You don’t forget my name

Name a popular bird found in a zoo.

  1. Parrot (26)
  2. Flamingo (24)
  3. Peacock (22)
  4. Ostrich (17)
  5. Emu (11)

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

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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NZ Top 10 for 4/5/24

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here are our top ten songs this week:

10. Consumed by Fire – Walk with Jesus
9. Rend Collective – Hallelujah Anyway
8. Jeremy Canp – These Days
7. Housefires & JWLKRS Worship – I Thank God
6. Crowder – Grave Robber
5. Anne Wilson – Strong
4. Phil Wickham – I Believe
3. Patrick Mayberry – Lead on Good Shepherd
2. TobyMac – Faithfully (spent 8 weeks at #1)
1. Seph Schlueter – Counting My Blessings (1st week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

Caleb & John f/CAIN – Somebody Like Me

Terrian – Honestly, We Just Need Jesus

Thanks for listening!
– Mike and Joe

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Who Knew Wednesday Featuring Nichole Lybarger Knox Public Health Relations Coordinator!

Hi,

Today on the show I talked to Nichole Lybarger who is the Knox Public Health Relations Coordinator. She shares all about Public Health and how you can get involved! We also gave an updated total for Lifeline 2024! Our total is now $80,029! We are so thankful for your generosity! We are blown away at the support that you have given us throughout the years. We are so excited to continue to bring you encouraging music and the encouragement that you deserve.

Here is the link to my conversation with Nichole Lybarger of Knox Public Health:

  • I was born on April 8th, 1940, in Martins Ferry, Ohio.
  • My parents ran a general store in the town that I grew up in.
  • I was a three-sport athlete at Bridgeport High School in Bridgeport, Ohio
  • I played college basketball at The Ohio State University where I played with several NBA greats. I am also a part of the only National Championship won by OSU in 1960.
  • I played for the Boston Celtics where I won eight championships.
  • I died on April 25th, 2019, in Jupiter, Florida, at the age of 79.

….I am John Havlicek

Congratulations to Dave of Mount Vernon for guessing the correct answer! He wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Overflowing with gratitude

He is Risen! I Believe It!

Thank you sometimes doesn’t seem enough. We are just blown away again by your faithful giving to Lifeline 2024! We are over $78,000 now! To God be the Glory!

Your partnership means everything to us and we are committed to keep being a place you can call ‘home.’ A place where you can rest and be inspired with the music and programs on WNZR.

Today’s Monday Motivation songs are from our friends Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake:

Name something you might find in a desk drawer.

  1. Pens (29)
  2. Paperclips (24)
  3. Tape (19)
  4. Staples (17)
  5. Sticky notes (11)

Congratulations to April from Mount Gilead, who had the top two guesses and wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant in Utica!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe

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NZ Top 10 for 3/22/24

Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here are our top ten songs this week:

10. Cody Carnes – Firm Foundation (He Won’t)
9. CAIN – Any More
8. Crowder – Grave Robber
7. Rend Collective – Hallelujah Anyway
6. Housefires & JWLKRS Worship – I Thank God
5. Anne Wilson – Strong
4. Patrick Mayberry – Lead on Good Shepherd
3. Seph Schlueter – Counting My Blessings
2. Phil Wickham – I Believe
1. TobyMac – Faithfully (7th week at #1)

New Music Friday adds this week:

for King & Country – Unsung Hero

Lauren Daigle – Be Okay

Thanks for listening!
– Dylan and Joe

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Helping Hands

For today’s Praise Thursday, Mike shared Hebrews 11:6— “And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.” This verse really ties in with this year’s Lifeline theme, “I Believe It.” Our belief is what enables us to draw near to God, and it should be foundational to the way we live our lives. If we fully believe in His existence and seek Him, the reward is great!

We shared the Our Daily Bread devotional for today, which is about “Helping as God Helps Us.” Read it here!

On the theme of helping others, Abby talked about 1 Thessalonians 5:14— “And we urge you, brothers, admonish, the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with them all.” This verse not only encourages us to reach out to those around us, but to consider how everyone is unique in what kind of help they need. Let us be intentional in how we treat people, and keep in mind that they are uniquely created!

Thanks for listening!

-Mike and Abby

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Lifeline 2024 and National Ravioli Day!

Hi,

Today on the show I talked about how Lifeline 2024 is happening next week! I also mentioned how you have a chance to win two tickets to see Lauren Daigle at the Ohio State Fair on July 29th! Listen in TOMORROW on The Morning Thing at 7:30 am and 8:30 am for a chance to win two tickets to see Lauren Daigle at the Ohio State Fair on July 29th! Also, today is National Ravioli Day, so I talked a little bit about that as well. And of course one person had a chance to win a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant if they could guess our Who am I? Trivia question.

Here is the link to our website wnzr.fm. You can find out more information about Lifeline 2024 there.

Did you know that 87% of Americans like ravioli? I had no idea. That is very fascinating. To learn more fun facts about National Ravioli Day, click the link HERE. This is a great website to find out what national holidays are today.

  • I was born on March 20th, 1928, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.
  • I was one of two children.
  • I earned my bachelor’s degree in music from Rollins College in 1951.
  • I also earned a bachelor’s degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in divinity in 1962. I became a Presbyterian minister a year later in 1963.
  • I began my television career on NBC in New York, before returning to Pittsburgh to work for children’s programming at NET (later became PBS).
  • I had this famous children’s tv show on PBS that ran from 1968 to 2001.
  • I died on February 27th, 2003, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania at the age of 74.

…I am Fred Rogers (AKA Mister Rogers)

Congratulations to Martha of Howard for guessing the correct answer! She wins a $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant.

Thanks for listening!

-Dylan

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Lauren Daigle returns to Ohio!

Today for Artist News Day we shared exciting things going on in the Christian music industry!

First, Lauren Daigle has been announced for the Ohio State Fair this Summer! The show will be July 29th at 7pm. The Morning Thing will be giving away tickets this week to the Fair Concert! You can find more information HERE!

Mike also talked about Jeremy Camp and his recent heart surgery. The surgery was successful, and he is now at home recovering. Camp underwent surgery March 11 to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition where the heart rhythm becomes irregular and often rapidly beats, leading to symptoms like difficulty in breathing and reduced ability to function normally. In fact, the surgery went so well that he will be back on tour next week!

Newsboys also have some exciting news! Click here to learn more from our friends at JesusFreakHideout.com.

Go tell the world about me
I was dead but now I live
I’ve gotta go now for a little while
But goodbye is not the end

Congratulations to Linda from Utica, who correctly guessed CAIN with ‘The Commission.’ She wins the $5 gift card to Watts Restaurant, also in Utica!

Congratulations to Cynthia for being the first caller and winning a pair of WinterJam passes to the Cincinnati show taking place on March 24!

Thanks for listening!
– Joe, Abby and Mike

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