Hi, we’re Ryan and Beth, followers of Jesus, just like you. We just happen to be on the radio and we’re doing life with you in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa. It’s a great place to live…yeah, sure, ya betcha!
Ryan is married with seven kids. Beth is single and has a dog. We’re two very different people, just on the same path to be more like Jesus. We invite you to come along!
Burning Question:
It’s the first day of spring! What are you looking forward to in this new season?
Morning Devotional:
I was rushing to my gym yesterday to get some swimming in before the pool closed. When I got to the locker room. I met another woman who was obviously in a hurry as well. After we exchanged hellos, she said to me, “Better late than never!”
I smiled, but that phrase stuck with me for the rest of the evening. It works for swimming class, but not for everything. When it comes to Jesus, “better late than never” isn’t the goal.
In Revelation chapter three, Jesus said, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock.” That’s in the present tense. He’s not knocking on the door tomorrow. He’s knocking now.
It’s easy to delay spiritual decisions and wait for a better time to pray, to trust, or to obey. When it comes to surrendering your life to Jesus, this is it. Right now is better than any “later” could ever be.
– Beth
Bible Quiz:
Question: According to the Bible, what was the location of the judgment seat of Pontius Pilate known as?
Answer: The Stone Pavement (or Gabbatha) (John 19:13)
Storytime:
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Ryan hails from London, Ohio. Growing up, he was loud and you could always hear him coming. After high school, Ryan went to Cedarville University majoring in communications. Ryan’s career has brought him to KIAM Radio network in Nenana, Alaska. Upon returning to Ohio, he worked for Cox Broadcasting in Dayton (K99.1, 1290 WHIO), Salem Radio Network in Columbus (880 WRFD) and mostly recently he worked fifteen years for Strong Tower Christian Media in Xenia (Hope 100.7, 93.7 the Light). Ryan founded and ran a low power station in London (WCYC-LP).
Ryan and his wife Kris have seven children and they enjoy hiking Minnesota’s trails. He also likes to fish, hunt, and forage for edible mushrooms.
Beth is Kinship Radio’s Program Director and on-air host. She was born in northwestern Wisconsin and grew up in the Twin Cities area, calling both places home. Beth began performing at an early age and was active in community theatre, band and choir for much of her childhood. She attended Minnesota State University in Mankato where she earned her bachelor’s degree in music.
Beth has been active as a vocalist, worship leader, speaker, and journalist at a community newspaper. In her spare time, Beth enjoys crafts, snuggling with her dog, Abbie, and being an aunt to her three nieces.