Wanted to share these thoughts I was journaling out this morning - hoping it will encourage you! ~Carlene This morning I'm pondering: Is a closed heart related to a seared conscience? For if something doesn't concern me, (and it should), then I'm not feeling something I should be feeling: whether that feeling should be concern, remorse, gratitude, danger, opposition, support, joy, pain, etc. A hardened heart won't feel any of these things. Neither will a heart shut down by pain or fear. So as much as some think all emotion is a threat, perhaps you should be grateful for it - for if you feel things, I would venture to say your heart is at very least alive, and if it's alive, it's not closed off - and if it's not closed off, it can spark conscience, and if it can spark conscience, you will be notified by a "joy bell" of sorts when something is good and right, and a "warning bell" of sorts when something is wrong or destructive. If you can see clearly the lines between right and wrong, and if the line between good and evil is not blurred or obscure, you will hopefully be prompted towards wise living - which will spare you more heartache than you can currently see at this post in your life. Are we supposed to be all head and no heart? How about all heart and no head? Neither - as extremes are dangerous and it is not wise to live by "all or nothing" mentalities. Mind and heart, I firmly believe, are created by God, to work in glorious harmony together. They were never meant to be enemies, but allies, promoting wise and righteous living, ...leading to the abundant life Jesus promised. Wake up your heart today and allow your conscience to operate fully. It may hurt to feel, and conscience may throw into your path a tough choice you have to make, but you can celebrate the One who made you with both heart AND conscience - He created these tools to pave the way for a very, very good life. Live, and live fully!! (Carlene Prince)

I loved our reading this morning for our staff-time devotions. Wanted to share it in case it helps you today! ~Carlene Luke 5:6-8 "When they had done so, they caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to break. So they signaled their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and they came and filled both boats so full that they began to sink. When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus' knees and said, "Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!" It's as if the fish have appeared out of nowhere, as if they have been dropped into the nets from out of the blue Galilean sky. It's the kind of catch of which legends are made, a net-ripping catch! They call their partners to bring the other boat over and heave to. Even with their help the boats almost sink. In response to the miraculous catch, Peter asks for what he really does not want - he asks for Jesus to leave. But what's so terrifying about a net full of fish? Even the miraculous fact that they had come from out of nowhere, out of a lake they knew was empty, is an occasion for wonder certainly, but fear? PRAY: When God gives us more than we prayed for, we usually don't know what to do. Pray that you will respond wisely when your prayers are answered in abundance. (From Joy In The Journey Through the Year - by Michael Card)

Here is an example of the computer we were talking about on air this morning. It just sat there, waiting for to take a command from you. Today, computers command what we should do! Update this, do that, press this...

The update on KGCM in Bozeman: Parts for the transmitter will be in sometime this morning and should be back on the air sometime today. This also affects our Bozeman and Big Sky translators. Thanks for your prayers for speedy and safe repairs!

YNOP recently found out that KGCM 90.9FM in Bozeman will be off the air till further notice. A thunderstorm rolled through the area last evening taking down a power line and sparking a small grass fire near the tower site. Our faithful engineer Ron is headed that way and we'll let you know ASAP how long we'll be off. Please pray for safety and smooth repairs!

Earl, Joanna, and I got the opportunity to attend a National Day Of Prayer breakfast this morning. We enjoyed worship, corporate prayer, and prayer at our individual tables at which we sat. It was so moving to hear all these voices from different tables being lifted up at the same time petitioning the Creator for various things on our hearts for our nation and our world. What sticks out to you from a gathering you attended for the NDOP? ~Carlene

Ben Calhoun of Citizen way is with us this hour on the morning show talking about the new album and a bit about the background on the band! Tune on in, or get the full interview after the morning show on our podcast page.Citizen Waycitizenwaymusic.comCitizen Way is a true band of brothers - in the literal sense. This infectious rock four-piece is comprised of two sets of siblings with strong ministry backgrounds and a mutual passion for music that began long before the band officially formed in 2004. Band members Josh and Ben Calhoun and David a...

Disciple | Pizza | DC Talk CoverSome of the workers at a local pizza place in Butte, MT asked the guys to sing a song during dinner. With free cake involved, no simply wasn't a...

WE ARE JUST 6 DAYS AWAY!!! And..it is not too late to get involve in the Summit IX conference in Nashville, TN on May 2-3! It is expected to draw 1,800 to 2,000 pastors, grassroots advocates, organizational leaders and church ministry heads. Alongside more than eighty workshops, the unforgettable plenary sessions will include David Platt, Randy Alcorn, Michele Bachmann, Bishop & Donna Martin, and other global leaders. Summit inspires, equips and connects for adoption, foster care and global orphan ministry. Visit their link onfor more information.Your Network of Praisewww.ynop.org

"On the third day He rose again..." Great video for Good Friday and Easter! -DavidThird Day and Brandon Heath - CreedThird Day and Brandon Heath recorded Rich Mullins' "Creed" at The Soundhouse in Redding, CA, during the Revelation Tour.

Are you interested in...Adoption? Foster Care? Global Initiatives? The Christian Alliance for Orphans’ annual Summit has become the national hub for what Christianity Today recently called, “the burgeoning Christian orphan care movement.” This year Summit 9 will be held in Nashville, TN May 2nd and 3rd. For more information or to register, go to9www.summit9.orgThe Christian Alliance for Orphans' annual Summit has become a national hub for Christians committed to adoption, foster care and global orphan initiatives rooted in the local church

A huge thank you to our incredible family of supporters from the YNOP audience as we wrapped up FriendRaiser 2013! We started Monday with our “Day Of Hope” with special guests Gail McWilliams, Dan Frederickson, Ed Matter, and Earl Houtz. All of these interviews are available on our podcast page! We heard from over 716 households and are praising God for $165,000 worth of funding for ministry and projects as we go forward with everything God has called us to do in the near future: a new full-power station in Greybull, WY; a new FM translator in St. John ND; and New Life Radio Tanzania. We celebrated and remembered awesome highlights from the last 30 years - and now as we move forward, with a heart for continued local ministry as well as following God into international waters as we head towards ministry in Tanzania, we believe God has wonderful things in store for ALL of us as we continue to PRESS ON in Him, just like our theme for this year states, “We Press On.” We ask that if the Lord lays it on your heart to help fulfill some of our remaining financial need, that you prayerfully consider responding by calling 800-442-9222 or giving online at ynop.org

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Christianity Today recently called it “the burgeoning Christian orphan care movement" and The Christian Alliance for Orphans’ annual Summit is going to be focusing on that movement in just a few short weeks! Summit IX on May 2-3, 2013, at Brentwood Baptist Church in Nashville, TN is expected to draw 1,800 to 2,000 pastors, grassroots advocates, organizational leaders and church ministry heads. Alongside more than eighty workshops, the unforgettable plenary sessions will include David Platt, Randy Alcorn, Michele Bachmann, Bishop & Donna Martin, and other global leaders. Summit inspires, equips and connects for adoption, foster care and global orphan ministry. Visit their link onfor more information.Your Network of Praisewww.ynop.org

Here we are, one week from the Boston Marathon Bombing only setting off a week long series of events. Here's a great reminder of where our eyes need to turn no matter what with a great song by Nichole Nordeman. Kudos for the video and clips put together by the crew at KXOJ radio.Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus (Look Up) Boston Tribute version by Nichole NordemanA special tribute to Boston with Nichole's new song. From the new album "Jesus, Firm Foundation: Hymns Of Worship". Used with permission. Photos from various...

Are you interested in Adoption? Foster Care? Global Initiatives? Summit IX is coming to Nashville, Tennessee on May 2nd and 3rd. The Christian Alliance for Orphans’ annual Summit has become the national hub for what Christianity Today recently called, “the burgeoning Christian orphan care movement.” 1,800 to 2,000 pastors, grassroots advocates, organizational leaders and church ministry heads are expected to attend. For more information or to register, go toNetwork of Praisewww.ynop.org

I played this song yesterday morning on our morning show, but it keeps coming back to mind. Just a moment of fun with George Beverly Shea, Billy Graham, and Cliff Barrows. -DavidThis Little Light of Mine [Live]Music video by Bill & Gloria Gaither performing This Little Light of Mine (feat. Billy Graham, George Beverly Shea and Cliff Barrows) [Live]. (P) (C) 2012 Sp...

George Beverly Shea has passed away at the age of 104. I found this quote online this morning: "Worship leader George Beverly Shea once kidded Billy Graham that Billy would be unemployed in Heaven -- while George would still have a job leading worship." An amazing time of worship has now begun. -David

Coming soon!!! Summit IX on May 2-3, 2013 in Nashville, TN! Summit 9 is expected to draw 1,800 to 2,000 pastors, grassroots advocates, organizational leaders and church ministry heads. Alongside more than eighty workshops, the unforgettable plenary sessions will include David Platt, Randy Alcorn, Michele Bachmann, Bishop & Donna Martin, and other global leaders. Summit inspires, equips and connects for adoption, foster care and global orphan ministry. For more information or to register go toNetwork of Praisewww.ynop.org

Good Tuesday morning! Backwards Music Tuesday contest is on the way, and between Dave, Nick, and Carlene who knows what else will happen! Join in the morning show now till 9am!

IT IS NOT TOO LATE FOR YOU TO GET INVOLVED. AS OF YET, A VOTE HAS NOT BEEN MADE ON THESE BILLS. The first 2 bills are in the senate: HB 239 (requires schools to get parental permission before teaching sex education which begins in kindergarten) and HB 391 (requires parental permission for a minor to get an abortion.) HB 521 will also be voted on. It would require parental permission for a minor to get an abortion and is currently in the House of Representatives as a ballot initiative. You can call the legislature switchboard and give your input: 406-444-4800. For more details about these bills, listen to the podcast| Montana Family Foundationmontanafamily.orgEach week, Montana Family Foundation President Jeff Laszloffy records a legislative update. These short audio news articles are designed to give you a behind the scenes look at the Montana Legislature. We will also keep you up to date on the status of bills that affect moral and family values.

Your involvement this morning is important. The Montana Legislature is voting on a few bills this morning. The first 2 bills are in the senate: HB 239 (requires schools to get parental permission before teaching sex education which begins in kindergarten) and HB 391 (requires parental permission for a minor to get an abortion.) HB 521 will also be voted on this morning. It would require parental permission for a minor to get an abortion and is currently in the House of Representatives as a ballot initiative. You can call the legislature switchboard and give your input: 406-444-4800. CALL THIS MORNING! THE VOTE HAPPENS AT NOON! For more details about these bills, listen to the podcast| Montana Family Foundationmontanafamily.orgEach week, Montana Family Foundation President Jeff Laszloffy records a legislative update. These short audio news articles are designed to give you a behind the scenes look at the Montana Legislature. We will also keep you up to date on the status of bills that affect moral and family values.

Spreading the love of Jesus....Here's a look at the new KNPJ site in Greybull, Wyoming. YNOP now has a full-power station there--88.5!

Welcome to all in Greybull, Wyoming! KNPJ 88.5 was added to our YNOP family just a few days ago. Here is a view of the city from the tower site.

This morning Carlene talked with Jed Medefind of the Christian Alliance for Orphans about Summit 9 in Nashville in May to raise awareness for the orphan. If you missed any of that conversation or would like to listen in it’s entirety, please visit our podcast page at