Shows
The Lift Bridge#8 Brotherly Love? A Conversation with Jake and Maclane WestbrookJake and Maclane Westbrook are brothers and creative collaborators who are known for their work on Yesterday Today. https://m.youtube.com/@yesterdaytoday7563 A podcast dedicated to vintage music and old time radio. We have a great conversation about aesthetics, contemporary problems, and the need for objective truth, beauty, and purpose in Christ Jesus. A big thanks to the guys for coming on the show!2025-05-051h 33
The Lift Bridge#7 ResurrectionHappy Resurrection Day! He is risen! We talk about the prophecy Jesus fulfilled in Psalm 16 and what it means for us: joy, and lots of it. 2025-04-2028 min
The Lift Bridge#6 Fishing with Fishers of Men: Interview with MN Mike OutdoorsWe have a great conversation with our guest, host of MN Mike Outdoors (@mnmikeoutdoors1970 on YouTube). We discuss some of his big fishing experiences as well as learning how to become a disciple of Christ as a young man. Enjoy!2025-03-1458 min
The Lift Bridge#5 GraceWe talk about grace and how it is the foundation to our relationship with Christ and also a practical concept for life.2025-03-0539 min
The Lift Bridge#4 HopeEverybody needs it! Here’s how to get it!2025-02-0822 min
The Lift Bridge#3 LoveCharity is not a dirty word! The law of love is both Christianity 101 and an eternal reality we never graduate from! Love leads to faith, and faith leads to love.2025-01-2435 min
The Lift Bridge#2 FaithWe talk about how faith is a verb and a noun, and the lifestyle of the believer.2025-01-2134 min
The Lift Bridge#1 The BibleWe begin our series on discipleship. Building off the Gospel episode we talk about how faith is not just what initially saves us, but becomes our lifestyle. Scripture is the prime nourishment of our faith.2025-01-0846 min
The Lift Bridge#12 The GospelWe answer the Philippian Jailer’s question which many have asked: What must I do to be saved? This is a resource to share with others.2024-12-1840 min
Ignition SequenceAisha Lawrey - Engineer, IF/THEN STEM Ambassador & Our New Co-Host!How does one pivot from aspiring lawyer to pioneering engineer while breaking barriers and building bridges in STEM education? Meet Aisha Lawrey, the new co-host of Ignition Sequence, a trailblazing electrical engineer, and passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in science and technology.
In this episode, hosts John Murphy and Aisha Lawrey explore Aisha’s inspiring journey—from her early curiosity about how things work to becoming a champion for underrepresented communities in STEM. From dismantling stereotypes and embracing cultural differences to her impactful work with NACME and AWS, Aisha shares how intentionality, resilience, and community shaped her path.
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The Lift Bridge#11 Christmas StoriesChristmas wouldn’t be Christmas without stories and here is a grab bag of them, including the best one ever! Unwrap this collection of original and public domain stories. Merry Christmas to the whole Lift Bridge family!Note: I used a new microphone for this recording and it improved the overall quality but affected some of my pronunciations.2024-12-1457 min
The Lift Bridge#10 A Thanksgiving FeastWe enjoy a Thanksgiving feast together that hopefully will fill the soul! 2024-11-301h 36
The Lift Bridge#9 Maple Leaf RagWe talk about autumn nature signs, how to pray like a warrior, and we wish everyone a happy Debi day!2024-10-1641 min
The Lift Bridge#8 Dinner Plate DahliasWe talk about a trip to the Boundary Waters, fall flowers, and some Bible Study on Revelation 1. 2024-09-0558 minThe Lift Bridge#7 Late JulyWe talk about animal babies, celebrating July 4th, and a Biblical short and sweet gospel presentation.2024-07-2556 minThe Lift BridgeJuly UpdateWe have hit 300 listens!2024-07-2400 minThe Lift BridgeThe Gospel Breakthrough of 62 ADIn our first special, we consider did the gospel reach the entire world by 62 AD?2024-06-181h 33
The Lift Bridge#6 A World of GreenWe talk about a useful common plant, backyard gardens, and do some Bible Study on John 3.2024-06-171h 06
The Lift Bridge#5 Tulip TimeWe talk about the snowball of spring bloom, spring gardening, and learning how to rejoice with Paul in Philippians.2024-05-1451 min
The Lift Bridge#4 Dandy SeasonWe talk about smelt, woodcock, and the picture of the Holy Spirit in John 3.2024-04-2454 min
The Lift Bridge#3 Resurrection WeekWe talk about some Spring signs, take a closer look at some Bible passages that have to do with Christ’s atonement and resurrection, and thank a very special listener!2024-03-2946 min
The Lift Bridge#2 The Wearing of the GreenWe talk about more early spring signs, give a book review, and discuss the Galilean wedding concept.2024-03-061h 08
The Lift Bridge#1 Spring In Our StepWe talk about a very full start to the year, Spring signs, and I give a recommendation for a Bible Study method.2024-02-0653 minThe Lift BridgeNew Year’s GreetingHappy New Year!2023-12-3101 min
The Lift Bridge#28 The Merry HeartWe talk about Christmas preparations, how to deal with Christmas blues, and some insights into the familiar Christmas story.2023-12-2150 min
The Lift Bridge#27 All Things ThankfulWe talk about fun Thanksgiving Day traditions, the First Thanksgiving, and how the Pilgrims defy some of the common narratives.2023-11-2148 min
The Lift Bridge#26 November SunriseWe talk about how it is in the deer woods, gratitude at sunrise, and share a couple of poems composed in the deer stand.2023-11-1024 min
The Lift Bridge#25 The Last Fish ContestWe talk about late fall changes, an annual fishing tradition, and wisdom in Proverbs.2023-10-2743 min
The Lift Bridge#24 Harvest HomeWe talk about the wonderful aesthetic of fall and the shield of faith.2023-10-2032 min
The Lift Bridge#23 Awesome AutumnWe talk about the beginning of a beloved season, fall traditions, and a Biblical cryptid: the fiery flying serpent.2023-09-2455 min
The Lift Bridge#22 Great Late SummerWe talk about great late summer traditions, living as a new creature, how to plan better, and enjoying the season of bird migration.2023-09-0945 min
The Lift Bridge#21 The Family Episode, Part 3, The Beauty of EverydayWe talk to artist, homemaker, mom, and my sister, Kathryn Wind, about making your everyday life beautiful.2023-08-1552 min
The Lift Bridge#20 The Family Episode, Part 2, The Camping TripWe talk to camping expert Phil or as we call him, Dad, about how to have a great camping trip with kids.2023-08-1546 min
The Lift Bridge#19 The Family Episode Part 1We talk to our first guest, my Dad, Phil Lawrey!2023-08-1537 min
The Lift Bridge#18 Camp Fourth of JulyWe talk about fishing in July, staying involved in camp as an adult, and the Sound of Freedom movie.2023-07-2138 minThe Lift Bridge#17 Summer SignsWe talk about summer signs and outdoor ministry.2023-06-2321 minThe Lift Bridge#16 Spring into SummerWe talk about the joys of nesting season, church potlucks, and make sure you smell the lilacs!2023-06-0928 min
The Lift Bridge#15 The Potato or is it Potatoe? EditionWe talk about Springtime delights we thank God for, planting potatoes, and a delightful jaunt to South Carolina.2023-06-0331 minThe Lift Bridge#14 Walleye EveWe talk about our local dragons of the deep, give a poem for Mother’s Day, and provide an email you can use to reach the podcast!2023-05-1209 min
The Lift Bridge#13 The Rhubarb EpisodeWe talk about Sturgeon, Sowing, and yes, Rhubarb!2023-05-1035 minThe Lift Bridge#12 The National Day of Prayer EditionWe talk about the 234th anniversary of George Washington’s Inaugural Address this Sunday and what he had to say about prayer for our nation. We also have a Spring Update.2023-04-2931 minThe Lift Bridge#11 The Record Breaking EpisodeWe talk about the view out our window after a record breaking spring snowfall, being more than conquerors in Romans 8:37, and some fun indoor games!2023-04-2223 min
The Lift Bridge#10 The Springsplosion EpisodeWe talk about the meaning of the Resurrection, birding Dakota County, and a review of a delightful new mystery.2023-04-1150 min
The Lift Bridge#9 The Northern LightsWe talk about a beautiful display of God’s fireworks, a sedate winter jaunt through the woods, and introduce the topic of healing2023-03-2421 minThe Lift Bridge#8 Spring FeverWe talk about low tech ministry ideas and noticing signs of Spring.2023-03-2226 minThe Lift Bridge#7 The St. Patrick’s Day EpisodeWe talk about St. Patrick’s Days past and a letter to Charlie Berens.2023-03-1625 minThe Lift Bridge#6 The Hawaiian EpisodeWe talk about the history of missions in Hawaii and get a little Hawaiian sunset.2023-03-0127 minThe Lift Bridge#5 The Big Snow EditionRecorded during a big winter storm, we talk about how to get started in birding and how to get someone started in your favorite winter sport.2023-02-2333 minThe Lift Bridge#4 February Eve EveWe talk about starting a home library and a promise for tough times.2023-01-3124 minThe Lift Bridge#3 Polishing and PrayingWe talk about agate tumbling and being part of a praying church.2023-01-2017 minThe Lift Bridge#2 Skiing in the RainWe talk about a trip to Spirit Mountain in Duluth and my favorite podcasts.2023-01-1817 min
The Lift Bridge#1 Welcome to the Lift BridgeWe talk about January feeding stations and Tolkien’s Adventures of Tom Bombadil.2023-01-1614 min
Providence Community ChurchGuest Speaker – John LawreyGuest Speaker - John Lawrey2018-03-2500 minProvidence Community ChurchGuest Speaker – John LawreyGuest Speaker - John Lawrey2018-03-2500 min