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:
What’s a creative way to teach kids the joy of serving?
Morning Devotional:
“The Joy of Being Asked”
It made me feel tall… and helpful.
There’s something unexpectedly uplifting about being the person someone asks for help. Last week, my wife sent me for a grocery pickup—her favorite modern convenience. But I’m a deal hunter at heart, so after collecting our order, I wandered the aisles just to see what treasures I might find.
Then it happened. A young woman waved me down with a hopeful, “Sir… could you reach that?” She was pointing to the last box of cornstarch, perched just beyond her fingertips. Now, I’m no giant—standing at a modest 5’10″—but I could just stretch far enough to grab it for her.
That simple moment made me stand a little taller (pun intended). Not because of any heroic feat, but because she saw me as approachable—someone safe to ask for help. In a world where we often avoid eye contact or bury ourselves in phones, being the person someone trusts with a small request feels like a sacred gift.
Jesus specialized in being approachable—whether for big miracles or simple needs. That cornstarch box reminded me that we’re called to be His hands in ordinary moments. Our willingness to be interrupted, to stretch a little further, or to simply smile when asked makes us living proof that God cares about life’s small details.
Today, pray for eyes to see those “cornstarch moments” around you. Maybe it’s reaching an item, holding a door, or just being present enough that someone feels safe to ask. After all, the kingdom of God is built not just on grand gestures, but on a million small kindnesses that make people feel seen. Who knows? Your willingness to be asked might be someone’s answer to an unspoken prayer.
-Ryan
Bible Quiz:
Question: Who stuck his spear in the wall when it failed to strike its intended target?
Answer: Saul 1 Samuel 19:10 also 18:10
Storytime: Cooking up the Dandelions!
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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.