PRAISE 106.5 Moments

Brant and Sherri talk about the chaos and charm of July 4th traditions—specifically, the slip and slide. Brant has a list of hilariously accurate alternative names he’d seen on a parent’s blog—like "Slip and Chafe," "Slip and Jack Up the Water Bill," and "Slip and Kill the Lawn." Based on her own family’s experiences, Sherri agrees that every single one of those names rings painfully true. Click PLAY and compare your names with theirs.

Brant and Sherri are kicking back on the porch, taking a humorous stroll down memory lane—right back to the days of VCRs and the ultimate tech challenge: setting the clock. Brant confesses he never figured it out and jokes that he’ll roll into heaven with his VCR still flashing 12:00. Click PLAY to reminisce about simpler times, obsolete gadgets, and why no one ever really knew how to record anything anyway.

The Kids Kite Festival is flying high at Birch Bay State Park this weekend, just in time for summer’s big arrival! Kids get FREE kites, wide-open skies (no power lines!), and tons of fun with bubble shows, Ren the Juggler, and more! Add food trucks, local vendors, and hopefully sunshine, and you’ve got the perfect family day out! Catch the fun Saturday (11–5) and Sunday (11–4). Don’t forget your Discover Pass—or hop a ride with WTA!

Birch Bay Chamber Website: https://birchbaywa.org/birch-bay-kite-festival/

The 5,000 Worship Night is a joyful, family-friendly event at Jubilee Park in Abbotsford on June 21st, July 19th, and August 30th, where everyone’s invited to sing, connect, and enjoy the summer vibes. With a playground for kids, an ice cream shop on-site, and plenty of sunshine, it’s the perfect evening to bring a friend, a chair, and your love for worship. Join Lynette, Jason and Casey to get the full scoop!

Brant and Sherri take a nostalgic (and slightly grumpy) stroll down minimum-wage memory lane, swapping horror stories of their awful summer jobs—Brant’s involving endless popcorn and crushed dreams. They argue that miserable jobs build character, storytelling skills, and the sacred right to complain. Forget fun or well-paying gigs—if your summer job doesn’t make you question life choices, are you even growing?

Drawing from her own journey, Janelle Bruland offers practical tools to help readers overcome personal pain, build resilience, and embrace a more purposeful life. With an emphasis on self-care—like rest, movement, and mindful habits—this guide is a must-read for anyone ready to break free from what's holding them back. Complete with a workbook and journal, Your Way Back to Happy is more than a book—it’s a roadmap to transformation.

Click PLAY to listen in on this inspiring conversation!

Father's Day is a chance to honor the dads who are with us now, and to honor the ones who have graduated to Heaven.

Here is a note from our grand prize winner:

My daddy was really special. He was a founding member of Disney Studios. I had some wonderful moments with him when he would actually ask me about my dreams as a little boy and now as an adult I can appreciate his interest not only personally but in his professional capacity. He passed away when I was 7 years old but I appreciate the...

Just had the sweetest conversation about a teacher who truly made a difference — Mrs. Hunter. From reading stories and making stone soup to offering piano lessons and even hosting a baby shower, she went above and beyond for her students. Her care and creativity left a mark that still lives on today. Here's to the teachers who change lives in and out of the classroom. Click PLAY for this sweet story.

So, I’ve never been much of a handyman. Some guys are amazing at it, and honestly, I’ve felt a little bad at times that I’m not one of them. But today I was reminded of something important.

A listener named Heather wrote in after hearing us talk about this. She said her dad could fix anything—but that’s not what she remembers most about him. What stuck with her were the moments: him tossing her in the air when he got home from work, tickling her face with his beard, praying with her, crying with her w...

The Deming Logging Show is returning this weekend for the PERFECT Father's Day experience! We love their tagline: For Busted Up Loggers since 1963!

This super fun event features timber sports, world-class tree climbing, one of the largest equipment displays on the West Coast, and a famous, mouth-watering BBQ serving salmon, beef, and chicken. A family friendly outing perfect for Father's Day! Click PLAY and get all the details from Lynette and Bob from the Logging Show.

Deming Logging Show website: https://www.demingloggingshow.com/

Mr. Lewis’s 1st–2nd grade class at Bellingham Christian is throwing a donut-themed Father’s Day bash—and it’s going to be sweet! From chapel and soccer to yard games and photo fun, dads are in for a treat. The kids have crafted colorful “donuts” from pizza plates and memorized a heartfelt verse, all while counting down the final 7 days 'til summer break—plus, Mr. Lewis gets to celebrate with his own son in the class!

Diving into one of life’s greatest tragedies today: unflattering photos on Facebook. Brant’s heartfelt new song, “Please Take Down That Picture of Me,” captures the raw pain of looking like Fred Flintstone in a tag gone wrong. Sherri delivers the lyrics with all the drama they deserve, while Brant admits this might be his most emotionally honest work yet. Because nothing says vulnerability like a double chin in bad lighting.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, joy, and inspiration at Sing the Story from Pacific Voices, a choral event on June 7 at Gateway Church in Abbotsford! Pacific Voices will take you on a heartwarming journey through life’s stories, told through powerful sacred music, choreography, and stunning visual art. This family-friendly event celebrates faith and the beauty of storytelling, all wrapped in a musical experience that will leave you smiling and inspired. We'll be on-site at the 7pm show, so stop by and say hi!

Brant and Sherri tackle the age-old struggle: loving snacks but wanting abs. They cheer for the new Snickerdoodle Twix (because, obviously, delicious), but also wonder if launching more sugary temptations is the best move when society’s already losing the salad vs. snack battle. In short: our taste buds say “YAY,” but our waistlines say “WHY.”

Lynette sat down with Sheila from the Lynden Chamber of Commerce to talk about the Lynden Farmer's Day Parade, happening this Saturday! Want the best seat in the house? Grab your spot as early as 8:00 AM! Super fun annual event for the community with floats, bands, horses, and over 20 antique tractors.  Fuel up with tasty eats from food trucks and a coffee truck at the Seventh Street parking lot, and don’t forget to swing by the Praise 106.5 booth and say hi to the crew - We'd love to meet you!

In a world that idolizes fame and intellect, celebrities and scholars, it might seem strange that God would work through "bronze age camel herders" or humble folks from Galilee. But Scripture tells a different story — one where God deliberately chooses the unlikely, the overlooked, the everyday person to carry out His plans. With God, it’s not about status — it’s about surrender.

Sam reflects on the challenges of prayer, including distraction, fear, and doubt. She shares a powerful poem by Ted Loder that captures the struggle to connect with the divine amid life’s chaos. The poem expresses a longing for healing, forgiveness, courage, love, faith, and purpose, ultimately seeking peace, joy, and a renewed sense of God’s presence.

Click PLAY for encouragement today.

Lynette shares her heartfelt thoughts on the news of Larry Lomax' passing after a long illness. Remembered for his warmth, dedication, and deep love for family, Larry touched many lives through his on-air presence and behind-the-scenes support. SHe honors his legacy of faith, music, and service, and invites you to celebrate his life and pray for his family.

Congratulations to Narissa on her winning guess of ‘CUTTING A GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH’ in the PRAISE 106.5 Secret Sound! She just won $10,600 PLUS an extra $500 to bless someone else with! Click PLAY to listen in on the winning call!

We’ll pick up our next game beginning Thursday, June 5th, with $1,166 in the piggy bank, plus an extra $500 to pay it forward!

Join Lynette and Pastor Brad from Coastal Church for a convo about 100 Days of Prayer, starting on Monday, May 19th — a powerful, come-as-you-are invitation to connect with God and pray over our cities. Prayer doesn’t need to be fancy — just honest, simple, and steady, like chatting with a good friend. Interested and want in? Text PRAY to 866-729-1065 to join us. Let’s see what happens when we pray together!

Ferndale’s own Roxanna is ready to take off on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure! She and her brother are headed to Washington, D.C. as part of the 40th Puget Sound Honor Flight, joining 70 proud veterans on a journey to explore historic monuments. Roxanna is especially excited to see the Women’s Memorial and feels grateful for the opportunity. Thank you for YOUR service, Roxanna!

Grab your sneakers, your stroller, friends, and your snack-loving kiddos — it’s time for the Whatcom Pregnancy Clinic’s Walk for Life, a FREE, family-friendly morning filled with fun and purpose! Gather as a community for this 2.4-mile walk through beautiful Cornwall Park, plus face painting, bouncy houses, and enough refreshments to keep everyone smiling (yes, even before coffee ☕).

Join Lynette and Pastor Brad from Coastal Church for an inspiring and uplifting conversation about the 100 Days of Prayer! Coastal Church is teaming up with Praise 106.5 to spark a wave of prayer across BC and the U.S. Pastor Brad shares why prayer matters—comparing it to laying tracks for God’s power to move—and offers simple, real tips for anyone wanting to start. Whether you're a prayer pro or just curious, everyone’s welcome! Just text “Pray” to 866-729-1065 and be part of something powerful, joyful, and life-changing.

Mr. Lewis and his class at Bellingham Christian School have a special treat for moms today. Listen as they recite Psalm 139!

Sometimes there are just not enough words to say THANK YOU! This Mother’s Day, PRAISE 106.5 and Walton Beverage want to share a heartfelt thank you to all the precious mamas in our lives. Whether its your mom, grandma, a mother figure, or spiritual mama…she has probably wiped countless tears from your eyes and helped you become the person God has called you to be. Moms are incredibly selfless and loving individuals who deserve to be celebrated!

Here is what was shared about our grand prize winner: My story is actually about my Mother in law. When it c...

Brant highlights the importance of faithfully tending to the responsibilities and relationships God has placed directly in our lives—what he describes as "tending the garden you're given." Don't be swayed by the noise of outside pressures or the expectations others may try to place on us, as these distractions can cause us to overlook the people and tasks God has specifically entrusted to our care. With a spirit of trust and simplicity, focus on what’s right in front of us. Honoring these everyday callings is both meaningful and pleasing to God.

Brant:
It's kind of weird in church culture or Christianity or whatever you want to call it. A lot of times we'll talk about anything but Jesus; like everything else but Him, which is really odd. I mean, He's the reason I'm a believer. And same thing with Sherri. So we thought, Hey, let's highlight some Jesus stuff rather than just talk politics or whatever. Maybe talk about Him. So we were thinking about the top two or three things we put on our list for just Jesus moments. We really love from the gospels. So what would you...

Brant explores the concept of brokenness and humility in the context of church culture, emphasizing that while many people describe themselves as broken, true transformation requires repentance and rethinking one's life in light of this brokenness. Simply acknowledging brokenness without seeking change can lead to pride rather than humility.

Click PLAY as Brant illustrates this using the story when Jesus asks a man if he wants to be healed.

Yesterday, I spent time with old friends in the tulip fields in Skagit Valley. We also made new friends and prayed with them in the fields surrounded by God's glorious creation...such a sweet time.

It's never too late to turn toward God. His goodness and unwavering pursuit of humanity despite our flaws and sin is constant. There's a common misconception that God is ashamed or angry with us, but God's persistent love and closeness, even when we fall short, does not end. I hope you find Him, and lean in. You are loved.

Robot driver's ed teachers are being successfully implemented in China. Students give them high ratings, appreciating the robot's calm demeanor and lack of panic.Click PLAY for more!

Hey, here's a reminder, and this is something I have to remind myself of, and I thought you too, because I think you're human like me, and that is the worst thing that we can do with our lives... the worst thing that we can do in our lives, the biggest mistake that we can make is to walk away from God in shame. There's all sorts of things we can do wrong and have done wrong, if you're like me, but the worst thing I can do is walk away from a God who wants to forgive me and...

I don't know if you're struggling today with your work, but if you are, I found this quote from Elisabeth Elliot that I thought was so good. And by work I mean it may be your career, it may be just a job or it may be parenting... just the work that you have in your life to do. I love her attitude. This is what she would tell herself.

This job has been given to me to do. Therefore, it is a gift. Therefore, it is a privilege. Therefore, it is an offering I may make to...

Ran across this quote again, and it hits me every time. Macrina Wiederkehr came up with this. She wrote, "Oh God, help me to believe the truth about myself no matter how beautiful." And that stopped me in my tracks when I saw it because the first thing we think is our brokenness. But He still wants us, we're still made in His image. At the end of the day, we're beautifully made. He actually enjoys us. He wants to be with us. How about that? Lord, allow me to believe that truth about myself, "no matter how beautiful."

Lynette sat down for a deeper dive into this weekend's FREE event! The Whatcom County Home and Lifestyle Show is set to take place on April 4-6 at the Northwest Washington Fair and Event Center in Lynden. This rebranded event, formerly known as the Home and Garden Show, now includes a broader range of lifestyle exhibits and activities. Enjoy beautiful flower displays, a plant sale by Master Gardeners, and numerous activities for kids, including a gnome scavenger hunt, reptile shows, and Lego building competitions. With over 250 businesses participating and special appearances by HGTV's Unsellable Houses twins and garden expert Cisco...

Join us at the Home and Lifestyle Show on April 4th, 5th, and 6th at the Northwest Washington Fair and Event Center for an exciting barbecue competition hosted by the Pacific Northwest Barbecue Association. President Bill Stock will lead 15 competition barbecue teams, offering delicious samples of beef brisket, pork, chicken, and more. Follow your nose to the event and enjoy the mouth-watering delights. Praise 106.5 will be nearby on Saturday, April 5th - Stop by and say hi! We'd love to see you!

For more details, visit Praise1065.com.

Lynette caught up with them Lyndsay Lamb and Leslie Davis from the TV show "Unsellable Houses." to get their take on what's in and out for 2025 interior design trends. Lyndsay and Leslie will be at the Whatcom County Home and Lifestyle Show happening this weekend at the Northwest Washington Fair Event Center in Lynden... While there, wish the twins' a happy birthday! AND stop by and say hello to the PRAISE 106.5 team on Saturday, April 5th! Food trucks, BBQ competitions, activities for kids, reptile man, and more! Text EVENT to (866) 729-1065 for details. 

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Brant:Is this true or not? I heard this and I was like, I don't know, and then I was thinking, maybe it is true. Here's what I heard someone say. The quickest way to know what you haven't surrendered to God is to consider what you're worrying about. Oh yeah. I was like, that seems a little simplistic.


Shari:I don't want that to be true, but it probably is. That's what I thought too. It probably is.


Brant:Okay, but this is an opportunity. It's not a guilt trip. It's an opportunity...

Generally speaking, do you go up to people you don't like and be like, Hey, let's get together for dinner? I mean, as a general rule. We don't. Or you say, Hey, let's do lunch. Even if you wind up never doing it, it's a gesture of, I like you, let's be friends. There's just something about sitting at a table having a meal. That's why it blows me away when you see Jesus sitting down to have meals with people. Like when he walked into town and the town scoundrel is up in a tree making a fool out...

A heartfelt congratulations to Sarah, whose March Gladness submission truly touched our hearts!

"I'm glad to have a healthy baby girl born this week! 💗 Praise God!"

Congratulations on the arrival of your healthy baby girl – what a beautiful blessing!

Sarah will be receiving a Walton Beverage Gladness Box, packed with goodies! Plus, another box to bless a friend! Here’s to a year filled with love, joy, and endless gladness. Wishing you and your little one all the best, Sarah!