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The Wooden Cricket PodcastEP120: Prayer & The Lords PrayerPrayer isn’t performance it’s presence.It’s not about fancy words, it’s about a faithful heart.In this episode, Laurence breaks down Matthew 6:5–15 the words of Jesus Himself to remind us that prayer isn’t about being seen by others, but being known by God.Discover how to deepen your prayer life, release the weight of unforgiveness, and rest in the peace that comes when we talk openly with our Heavenly Father.
2025-10-3108 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP117: The Law & The HeartToday, Jesus takes us deeper past the rules we try to follow and straight into the condition of our hearts. The law shows us what’s wrong… but only Jesus can make us right. Join Laurence as we continue our “Teachings of Jesus” series and discover how Christ fulfills the law in us and transforms us from the inside out.
2025-10-2805 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP114: TrustIn this powerful Saturday message, Laurence dives deep into what it means to truly trust God not halfway, not when life feels easy, but when everything feels uncertain. Through Scripture, reflection, and faith filled encouragement, we’re reminded that peace isn’t found in control it’s found in surrender.
2025-10-2508 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP111: Simon The ZealotSimon the Zealot a man with a fire that once fought for the world, now burning for the Kingdom of God. In this episode, Laurence dives deep into Simon’s story of transformation from rebel to redeemed and challenges us to let our own zeal shine for Jesus.
2025-10-2206 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP110: Thaddeus The Quiet FlameIn this episode, Laurence dives into the story of Thaddeus the quiet apostle with a heart that longed for Jesus to be revealed to the whole world. Through Scripture and reflection, we discover what true obedience looks like, how Jesus shows Himself through those who love Him, and how we can live that same mission today.Be encouraged to carry the light of Christ boldly and let your life reveal Jesus to others.
2025-10-2107 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP105: John The Disciple Who StayedJohn wasn’t soft he was a Son of Thunder, transformed not by force, but by closeness to Jesus. He leaned on Christ chest at the last supper. He stood at the foot of the cross when every other disciple ran. He carried Jesus’ mother. He saw the empty tomb and believed.And in exile, he witnessed the risen King and wrote revelation.This episode is a journey into loyalty, love, and staying power. Not just believing in Jesus remaining with Him.In a world where many walk...
2025-10-1606 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 104: James Faith That Wouldn’t Back DownJames, the Son of Thunder, didn’t write letters or leave big sermons….he left something louder a life that stood for Jesus, even to the sword.In this episode , we explore the fire, the flaws, and the fearless faith of James a disciple who followed boldly, burned deeply, and finished faithfully. Peter showed us grace after failure.James shows us courage in death.If you’ve ever carried passion, anger, ambition, or fire in your bones this one’s for you.Sur...
2025-10-1507 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP103: Peter From Denial to DestinyPeter wasn’t perfect he was passionate, impulsive, reckless…. And deeply loved by Jesus.From walking on water to denying Christ, to being restored and preaching with fire Peters story is proof that failure is not the end when grace steps in.In this episode, we look at Peter not a a saint in stained glass, but as a man like us bold one moment, broken the next and how Jesus didn’t replace him He redeemed him.
2025-10-1407 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 102: Thomas - Honest Doubt, Unshakable FaithThomas wasn’t just a doubter he was a seeker. A man who wanted truth, even if it meant wrestling for it. In this episode, we explore how Jesus met Thomas right in the middle of his questions, not with shame, but with scars. If you’ve ever struggled with doubt, this one’s for you.Bring your questions. Jesus isn’t afraid of them.
2025-10-1306 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP101: Buried & Raised The Power of BaptismBaptism isn’t just water it’s a funeral for the old life and a declaration of new life in Jesus. In today’s episode, we explore the power of obedience, the courage it takes to go public with faith, and the fire that follows surrender. If you’ve been waiting on baptism, this one’s for you.
2025-10-1205 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 100: The Long Way HomeThis is my storyThis is my testimony. The road I took away from God….and the road He paved to bring me back.From childhood faith at my grandparents kitchen table, to heartbreak, addiction, divorce, doubt, and the night I broke down staring at my reflection on a blank tv screen….This is how Jesus pulled me out of darkness and led me home.This episode is not about perfection. It’s about redemption.About a saviour who never stopped chasing me even w...
2025-10-1114 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP99: When the Light Keeps ShiningThis week we’ve seen what it means to be a bright light in a dark place.From the pit to the fire, from the storm to the prison cell Gods people have always stood out because of the light of Jesus shining through them.And now, in this final episode of the series, we talk about what happens when the light doesn’t go out. When life cracks you open, when faith feels tested, when you wonder if the glow is fading remember, His light never dies. It’s still burning in you.No m...
2025-10-1007 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP98: The Pit, the Prison, and the PalaceSometimes the road to purpose runs straight through pain.In today’s episode, we dive deep into the life of Joseph a man betrayed, forgotten, and falsely accused… yet never abandoned by God. From the pit to the prison to the palace, Joseph’s story reminds us that what others mean for harm, God can use for good.So if you’re in a dark season stuck, waiting, wondering when breakthrough will come this one’s for you. Because the same God who was with Joseph in the pit is with yo...
2025-10-0908 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP97: Light in the CaveLight in the Cave - David was anointed to be king, but instead of a crown, he got a cave. Instead of applause, he got silence.But the cave wasn’t the end it was preparation. In this powerful midweek episode, Laurence walks us through 1 Samuel 22 and the story of David in the cave of Adullam a moment that reminds us that God does his best work in hidden places. The cave is where faith is forged and light is refined.Join us as we...
2025-10-0807 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP96: Praise Through the ChainsIn Acts 16, Paul and Silas were beaten, chained, and thrown into prison but instead of breaking down, the broke out in praise.In this powerful episode, Laurence paints the scene of two men who worshiped their way through darkness and saw the hand of Jesus move in miraculous ways.Because when you lift your voice in the middle of your pain, you’re not just surviving you’re testifying. Your worship can shake walls, feee hearts, and light the path back to Jesus.
2025-10-0711 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP95: Faith in the FireWhen life turns up the heat, will your faith hold strong?In today’s episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, Laurence dives deep into one of the boldest stories in Scripture the faith of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the firey furnace. These three refused to bow, even when the fire burned hottest, and what happened next still blows minds thousands of years later.The fire didn’t destroy them it revealed JesusThe flames didn’t consume them they refined themAnd when they came o...
2025-10-0607 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP94: Stepping Out of the Boat Faith in the StormWhen life feels like a storm where’s your focus?In this Sunday morning episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, Laurence takes us into one of the boldest stories of faith ever told the moment Peter stepped out of the boat and walked toward Jesus on the water.It’s a story about courage, doubt, and the unstoppable love of a Saviour who meets us right in the chaos. He doesn’t wait for us to calm the storm He walks through it with us.Whet...
2025-10-0510 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP93: For Such a Time as ThisIn today’s episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we dive into the story of Esther a woman placed in the palace “for such a time as this.” When silence felt safer, she chose courage. When darkness pressed in, her light broke through.This episode reminds us that Jesus calls us to the same boldness. Esther risked everything before an earthly king, but Jesus gave everything at the cross so we could live free. Now His Spirit lives in us, and His light shines through us.Be encouraged, family: your v...
2025-10-0408 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP92: Unshakable Light in the PitEP92: Unshakable Light in the PitWe’re kicking off a brand-new series: “Being a Bright Light in a Dark Place.”Daniel’s courage in the lions’ den wasn’t just a kids’ story it was bold faith shining in the darkest pit. And it all points to Jesus, the true Light of the world who conquered death. Be encouraged today. Be a bright light in a dark place.
2025-10-0310 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP91: The Showdown on Mount CarmelOne man of God stood against 450 prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel.An altar soaked in water.A prayer lifted to heaven. And fire that fell with unstoppable power.In this episode, we step into the story of Elijah’s bold faith, his holy sarcasm, and the dramatic showdown that proved once and for all “The Lord He is God!”But this isn’t just Elijah’s story. It’s our story. Because the same God who answered by fire is the God who sent Jes...
2025-10-0210 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP90: God Is PeaceIn this final episode of our God Is series, we close with one of the most powerful truths of all: God is Peace.Not the fragile peace the world offers, but the unshakable, blood bought peace of Jesus Christ. A peace that steadies us in the storm, guards our hearts and minds, and reconciles us to God through the cross.Over the past 14 episodes we’ve discovered God is holy, love, faithful, just, merciful, sovereign, provider, light, unchanging, refuge, creator, good, patient, and healer. Today, we bring it all to...
2025-10-0110 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP89: God Is HealerToday, on truth and reconciliation day, we pause to honour survivors and families, and we remember the power of true reconciliation found only in Jesus Christ. He heals bodies, hearts, lives, and through the cross He held our eternity.
2025-09-3009 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP88: God Is PatientIt’s Monday a fresh start to the week. And no matter how last week went, Gods patience greets us again today. He is merciful, slow to anger, and full of unfailing love. In this episode, we’ll dive into what Gods patience really means for our lives, why it matters personally, and how it calls us to shine like bright lights in dark places.
2025-09-2909 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP87: God Is GoodGods goodness isn’t just a phrase we say on Sundays it’s His very nature. From creation to the cross, from your mountaintop moments to your valleys, the truth remains unshaken: God is good.Today we dive deep into Scripture to see how His goodness is revealed, experienced, and proven once and for all in Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd who laid down His life for the sheep.Taste and see. Declare it. Live it. Because our God is good all the time.
2025-09-2811 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP84: God Is UnchangingIn a world where everything shifts culture, politics, jobs, even our own emotions there’s one truth we can anchor to God is unchanging.In this episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, Laurence shares how the steady, unshakable love of Jesus gives us confidence for yesterday, today, and forever.
2025-09-2508 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP83: God Is LightIn a world full of shadows, Jesus shines as the true Light. In EP83 of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, Laurence shares how Gods light breaks through fear, exposes sin, and leads us into life.Be encouraged to walk in His light today and go be a bright light in a dark place.
2025-09-2407 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP82: God Is ProviderIn a world of stress and scarcity, God still provides. In EP82 of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, Laurence shares how God provides in impossible situations, through daily mercies, and ultimately through Jesus, the Bred of Life.Provision isn’t just about what you have but rather Who you have!
2025-09-2309 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP77: God Is LoveIn part 2 of our God Is series, we step into the very heart of who He is: God is Love. Not a fleeting feeling, but the foundation of His character, proven in Jesus. From the cross to our daily lives, His love is personal, powerful, and unshakable. Join Laurence as we uncover what it means to receive, respond to, and reflect God’s love in a world desperate for it.
2025-09-1810 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP75: Serving & Sacrificing For OthersTrue greatness in the Kingdom of God isn’t measured by titles, wealth, or recognition it’s measured by service and sacrifice. In this mini series finale, Laurence closes the Walk With Jesus Everyday series by calling us to live like Jesus: pouring ourselves out for others, giving freely, and shining His light through humble service.
2025-09-1613 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP74: Trials, Temptations & Standing StrongLife is full of storms. We face trips that stretch us and temptations that try to break us. But through Jesus, we are never alone. In this episode, Laurence unpacks how to endure trials, resist temptation, stand firm in the armour of God, and live in the victory that Christ has already won.
2025-09-1511 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP73: Family, Marriage & Raising Children in ChristFamily is the foundation where faith gets lived out every single day. Laurence dives into what it means to make your home Christ cantered, to love your spouse like Jesus, to raise children with faith, and to let love be the glue that holds it all together.
2025-09-1409 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP72: Work & WitnessWhether it’s your job or your classroom, your daily grind is more than a schedule it’s a chance to glorify Jesus. In this episode, Laurence unpacks how to see work and school as worship, how your attitude can preach louder than words, how acts of service become lights in the darkness, and how your testimony could change eternity m.
2025-09-1310 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP71: God IsThis isn’t about religion. This is about Jesus the real, living Son of God. In this episode, Laurence unpacks who God is: eternal, holy, love itself, and the only way to salvation. If you’ve been burned by religion, or if you’ve doubted that God is real, this is for you.
2025-09-1212 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP66: Family & RelationshipsFamily life and close relationships can be beautiful, but they can also be messy. We clash, we disagree, we carry old wounds. But Jesus shows us how to love people the way He loves us with patience, forgiveness, and grace. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to bring His love into our homes and relationships every day.
2025-09-0707 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP65: Work, Stress & PurposeWork can wear you down, stress you out, or make you wonder what the point even is. But in Jesus, work isn’t just a grind it’s worship, it’s purpose, it’s joy. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to see your job through Gods eyes, let Him carry your stress, and build a blueprint for finding real purpose in the everyday grind.
2025-09-0607 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP64: Morning Routines & New Mercies (Series Opener)Every sunrise is God preaching a sermon without words: “My mercies are new.” In this episode, we’ll dig deep into what it looks like to start every single day with Jesus, building a powerful blueprint to anchor our mornings in His presence.
2025-09-0510 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP63: Hopelessness, Finding Hope in JesusHopelessness creeps in when the weight of life feels too much and the light seems too far away. But the Gospel declares a greater truth: hope is alive, because Jesus is live. In this final episode of our “Big Issues” series, we look back at the struggles we’ve walked through together and see how every single one finds its answer in Christ.
2025-09-0410 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP62: Suffering & TrialsPain is part of life. We all walk through suffering, trials, and valleys that feel endless. But God never wastes pain - He uses it to refine us, draw us closer, and reveal Hos glory. Today, we’ll step into Scripture and see how Jesus meets us in the fire and carries us through.
2025-09-0312 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 61: Brokenness & Past MistakesWe all carry scars of our past regrets, failures, broken places we wish we could erase. But Jesus doesn’t turn away from brokenness; He redeems it. Today, we open Scripture to see how Christ restores what sin has shattered and makes us new.
2025-09-0208 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP60: Identity Who Am I in ChristWe all wrestle with identity. The world tells us we’re defined by what we do, what we have, or what people say about us. But Scripture tells a different story. Today we dive into God’s Word to discover who we truly are in Jesus.
2025-09-0109 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP59: LonelinessLoneliness can feel crushing. You can be surrounded by people and still feel invisible. But the promise of Scripture is this: you are never truly alone. Today we’ll step into God’s Word to see how Jesus meets us in our isolation and promises His never ending presence.
2025-08-3110 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP58: Anxiety & Worry, Casting Our Cares on HimAnxiety is HEAVY! It sneaks quietly, keeps us awake at night, and steals our joy. But Jesus doesn’t tell us to carry it, He tells us only it down. Today, we step into Scripture to see how Christ meets us in our worry, and lifts the weight, and replaces it with His peace.
2025-08-3011 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP57: Anger From Fire to PeaceAnger rises quickly. It burns hot, blinds our hearts, and can destroy relationships. But Jesus calls us into a better way - peace, patience, and love. Today, we step into Gods Word to see how he transforms our anger into something redemptive.
2025-08-2910 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP56: Temptation, Standing Strong in JesusTemptation is real. It comes in whispers, distractions, and storms. But Jesus shows us that we re not powerless. Today, we open God’s Word to see how to resist temptation and walk in victory through Him.
2025-08-2808 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 55: Doubt, Wrestling With QuestionsDoubt can creep in quietly or crash in like a storm. But doubt doesn’t mean the end of faith it’s an opportunity to lean deeper into Jesus. Today we step into Scripture to see how God meets us in our doubts, strengthens our faith, and never lets us go.
2025-08-2807 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP54: Busyness and Noise Making a time for GodIn a world that never slows down, we often fill every moment with noise and busyness. But Jesus calls us to rest, to listen, and to sit at His feet. Today we step into Scripture to discover the power of silence and stillness with God.
2025-08-2707 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 53: Grief Walking With God Through SorrowGrief touches every heart. It is heavy, painful, and real. But in Jesus, we find comfort that goes deeper than sorrow. Today we step into Scripture and see how God meets us in our mourning, carries us through it, and promises a day when grief will be no more.
2025-08-2607 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 52: Pride the Silent KillerPride creeps in quietly but destroys deeply. It blinds us, hardens our hearts, and pulls us away from God. But Jesus shows us a better way the way of humility, dependence, and surrender.
2025-08-2508 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP51: The Trap Of ComparisonComparison is one of the most subtle chains in our lives. It whispers: “You’re not enough… you don’t measure up… you should be more like them.” But Jesus calls us out of comparison and into identity not in what others say, but in who He says we are.Sorry about the dead air at the end like the last minute, weird GarageBand issues this morning lol
2025-08-2310 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP50 : The Weight of Guilt and ShameGuilt whispers “You’ve failed.” Shame screams “You are a failure.” But the cross declares “You are forgiven and free.” In this episode, we open God’s Word to see how Jesus lifts the weight of guilt and shame, restores our identity, and calls us into freedom.
2025-08-2208 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP49: The Pursuit of SuccessWe chase more. More money, more recognition, more applause. But what happens when “making it” doesn’t satisfy? In this episode, we open Scripture to discover what God says about true success and why it can only be found in Jesus.
2025-08-2110 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP48: The Chains of AddictionAddiction wears many faces substances, habits, secret sins, even the things we convince ourselves we can’t live without. But no matter how strong the chains feel, Jesus came to set us free. In this episode, we’ll open Scripture open Scripture to see how He breaks every chain and leads us into lasting freedom.
2025-08-2011 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP47: Loneliness in a Crowded WorldYou can be surrounded by people and still feel completely alone. In this episode, we’ll open Scripture to see how God meets us in loneliness, reminding us that He sees, He knows, and He is with us even in the silence.
2025-08-1908 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP46: The Weight of UnforgivnessUnforgiveness is like carrying a heavy chain that only grows tighter with time. In this episode, we’ll explore how Jesus calls us to release that weight, forgive as we have been forgiven, and walk in the freedom only He can give.
2025-08-1808 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP45 : A Divided WorldWe live in a world pulled apart by opinions, politics, pride, and pain. But Jesus offers a better way unity rooted in humility and love. In this episode, we’ll explore what it looks like to live as one body in Christ, even when the world around us is breaking apart.
2025-08-1708 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 44: Overcoming Fear Trusting Jesus in the StormFear shows up in many forms the late-night “what ifs,” the anxiety over test results, the weight of financial pressure, or the silence after an unanswered prayer. But Gods word speaks directly into those moments. In this episode, we step into six powerful scriptures from Isaiah’s promise that God will hold us up, to Jesus gift of peace the world can’t touch, to Johns reminder that perfect love drives out fear. Together we’ll see that overcoming fear isn’t about pretending danger doesn’t exist it’s about knowing the One who walks with u...
2025-08-1612 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 43: The Death and Resurrection of Jesus Love That Conquered the GraveIn this powerful episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we walk through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ the moment that changed history forever. Featuring full NLT scripture accounts, deeply moving reflections, and a heartfelt invitation to believe, this message reveals the depth, power, and tenderness of Gods love. The cross shows the price He paid. The empty tomb shows the victory He won. This is the most important message you will ever hear.
2025-08-1516 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 42: Obedience the key to Gods heartObedience to God is not optional for the follower of Jesus it’s the heartbeat of faith. In this scripture filled episode, we journey through Gods word, seeing why obeying Him changes everything, and how it unlocks blessings, peace, and strength for every season.
2025-08-1411 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 41: Faith Like a Child, Praise Like DavidChildlike faith is pure, joyful, and unashamed. King David danced before the Lord with all his might. Today we explore what it looks like to trust God like a child, worship freely like David, and bring praise into every moment of everyday life. Let’s live a life that radiates Jesus.
2025-08-1312 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 40: Questions from the KingForty episodes in, and we’re marking the milestone by sitting with the words of Jesus not just His answers, but His questions. In this episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we walk through five of the most life-changing questions Jesus asked in the Gospels.Who do you say I am?Do you want to be healed?Why are you so afraid?What do you want Me to do for you?Do you love Me?These questions aren’t locked in hist...
2025-08-1212 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 39: Dealing With Difficult, Angry, and Hostile PeopleHow do you deal with difficult, angry, and hostile people without losing your peace or your witness? In this episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we explore practical, Spirit-filled ways to respond to those who don’t show grace. With full NLT scripture and some deep reflections, we look at what Jesus calls us to do when others walk in the flesh and how we can walk in the Spirit instead.
2025-08-1209 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP38 Stay Ready: Luke 12 and the Seeds We PlantLuke 12 reminds us to live ready for the Master’s return, to guard against greed, and to trust God with our lives. In this episode, we walk through Jesus’ powerful words, hear a personal story about a friend, and see how God works in unseen ways to draw hearts to Himself.
2025-08-1116 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 37 Jesus and God Are One: The Great I AmToday’s episode explores one of the most powerful truths in all scripture: Jesus is God. From His bold statement, “Before Abraham was even born, I AM,” to His declaration that “The Father and I are one,” we dive deep into the divinity of Christ and what it means for your faith, your worship, and your daily walk. If you’ve ever wondered whether Jesus really claimed to be God, this episode will show you the truth and draw you closer to the One who made you, loves you, and calls you by name.
2025-08-0908 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 36: The Fruit Is The ProofWhat does it really mean to live by the Spirit? In this episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we explore the powerful and beautiful Fruits of the Spirit from Galatians 5 and other scriptures. Through 8 carefully chosen verses, we learn how to recognize these fruits in our lives and how Jesus is the root of it all. If you’re wondering how to grow spiritually, how to know if your faith is genuine, or how to walk closer with Jesus day by day, this episode is for you.
2025-08-0809 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP35 This Little Light of Mine: Being a Bright Light in a Dark WorldThis personal and powerful episode explores the true meaning of the song “This Little Light of Mine” not just a childhood memory, but as a bold, daily calling. With five powerful scriptures and deep Jesus filled reflections, we dive into what it means to be a bright light in a dark place. This episode will encourage you, challenge you, and send you out shining with the hope of Jesus.
2025-08-0708 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP34 He Sees Me: The God Who Finds the BrokenI. This heartfelt episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we open Genesis 16 and walk with Hagar a woman caught in a story not her own, rejected and lone. But in the wilderness, she meets the Living One who sees her.This story is a powerful reminder that God notices the broken, the cast out, and the hurting. And through Jesus, we too are seen, heard, and loved.
2025-08-0608 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 33 In the Beginning: Gods Voice Still SpeaksToday we go back to the very beginning, Genesis chapter 1.Before time began, before light existed, God spoke…and everything changed.This episode walks through the full chapter, with deep reflection on the power of Gods voice, the beauty of creation, and the divine purpose behind your life.From “Let there be light” to “it is very good” we see how Jesus was there in the beginning and how He’s still speaking to us today.You were made in His image. You re deeply loved. And i...
2025-08-0511 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 32 He Took Our Place The Great Exchange At The CrossEpisode 31 dives deep into one of the most powerful truths in the entire Bible 2 Corinthians 5:21. Using both the NLT and KJV, we reflect on the beauty and weight of what Jesus did at the cross becoming sin so that we could become righteous. This is the gospel in a single verse. Join us as we sit quietly with this truth, letting it break us and rebuild us. If you’ve ever felt unworthy, unloved, or uncertain about your standing with God this episode is for you.
2025-08-0409 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 31 Set Your Mind on Heaven: Living with Eternal PerspectiveIn today’s episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we dive deep into Colossians 3:2. “Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth.” What does it really mean to fix your mind on heaven in the middle of real world stress, distractions, and pressure?Through scripture, reflection, and honest encouragement, we explore how to renew your mind daily, how Jesus modelled heaven first living, and why peace comes not from perfect circumstances but from a heart anchored in Christ.This one is a reset for your soul.
2025-08-0308 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 30 the World is Hurting But Jesus HealsToday’s world is in crisis and no amount of politics, money, or human effort can fix it. In this deeply honest and hopeful episode, we look at what’s broken, and how turning back to Jesus is the only true hope we have. With powerful scripture and heartfelt reflection, this episode is a call to come back to the God who saves, who restores, and who still heals nations, one heart at a time.
2025-08-0209 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 29 Chains Break in the Night: Faith and Freedom in Acts 16In this gripping spirit filled episode, we read through Acts 16 in its entirety no summaries, no shortcuts. Just scripture and real reflections. From prison doors flung open to entire households saved, Acts 16 is a powerful testimony of what happens when followers of Jesus walk in obedience, worship in chains, and trust Him in the darkest hours. Let this Word stir you, challenge you, and remind you that even at midnight God is still God.
2025-08-0213 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 28 Fulfilled by the Saviour (Part 2)In Part Two of our series on the goodness of God, we watch the shadows of the Old Testament burst into light through the life of Jesus. The promises are fulfilled. The Messiah has come. And the same Saviour who walked through fire and carried our sin now reign in glory. This episode is a bold, Jesus filled reminder that the Good News is still for today and we have a generational responsibility to share it.
2025-08-0111 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 27 Shadows of the Saviour (Part 1)The Goodness of God in the Old Testament Before the manger and the cross, Jesus was already there. In this episode, we explore the goodness of God throughout the Old Testament, moments where Jesus shows up, and powerful prophecies that pointed to his coming. With reflections on scripture and timeless truths, this episode sets the stage for the greatest story ever told.
2025-07-3108 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 26 Spending Your Day With Jesus: Walking Every Moment with the LordIn this episode of the Wooden Cricket Podcast, we explore what it means to truly spend your entire day with Jesus, from your first breath in the morning to your final thoughts at night. Through powerful scripture and deep reflections, we talk about how to invite Jesus into your routines, your struggles, and your quiet moments. This isn’t about religion it’s about relationship. Let this episode help guide you into walking with the Lord Jesus in every part of your day.
2025-07-3007 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 25 Faith in the Fire: Standing strong When the World Feels DarkYes, and everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution- 2 Timothy 3:12In this powerful episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcadt, we dive deep into the history of Christin persecution, the reality of believers still face today, and how to stand firm in faith when the world around us feels dark and heavy. Through scripture and heartfelt reflection, we explore what it means to suffer for Jesus and why it’s not the end, but a holy invitation into deeper strength, purpose, and love.Wh...
2025-07-2907 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 24 Jonah and the Great Mercy of GodIn Episode 24 of the Wooden Cricket Podcast, we read the full story of Jonah and pause after each chapter for a deep, Jesus filled reflection. This isn’t just about a man and a fish it’s about Gods mercy, our resistance, and what happens when we finally say yes to the call. Honest, raw, and relevant for anyone who’s ever run from God or wrestled with grace.
2025-07-2816 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 23 Living a Jesus-Filled Life & Knowing Your PurposeWhat does it really mean to live a Jesus-filled life? And how do we discover our true purpose in God? In this heartfelt episode, we walk through six powerful truths straight from scripture each one a key to deepening your relationship with Christ and stepping boldly into the life He designed for you. A peaceful, prayerful listen for morning devos or end of day reflection.
2025-07-2806 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 22 Go Tell the WorldYou were made for more than survival. You were made to shine with the light of Christ. In this episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we talk about what it means to truly serve Jesus not just in church, but in everyday life. Let these scriptures and reflections stir your spirit, and remind you that you’ve been called to carry the Good News into a world that desperately needs hope.
2025-07-2607 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 21 Building What Lasts: The Letter to TitusWhat kind of people build churches, families, and communities that reflect Jesus? In this episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we dive deep into the powerful little book of Titus. Paul’s letter to a young leader still speaks truth today. From solid character to everyday grace, we’re reminded how to live faithful lives in a world that often forgets what truth looks like. Let’s read it all, and reflect on what it means to build something that lasts.
2025-07-2514 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 20 Wake Up Wise: Proverbs 6 and the Walk of the FaithfulThis morning, we open our eyes and our hearts to Proverbs 6 a chapter full of practical wisdom, spiritual warning, and loving correction. Let’s walk slowly through each section with real life reflections and a fresh fire for the day ahead. Whether you’re sipping coffee or stepping out the door, let Gods word shape your steps.
2025-07-2409 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 19 Marriage in the Eyes of JesusMarriage is more than a ceremony it’s a covenant. In the episode, we open up the Word to discover what real love looks like when Jesus is at the center. Whether you’re married, hoping to be, or healing from a broken union, this one’s deep, honest look at what God designed marriage to be and how we walk it out with grace, faith and fire.
2025-07-2308 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 18 - The Shadow of the AlmightyPsalm 91 isn’t just comfort, it’s spiritual protection. In the deep, spoken-word-style reflection, we walk through the power of Gods promises to those who trust in Him. Whether you’re facing fear, sickness, or uncertainty, this episode speaks peace, strength, and bold faith into your soul.
2025-07-2206 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 17 Come Now, Let’s Settle This: Gods Heartbreak & Holy InvitationIn this raw powerful episode, we dive deep into Isaiah chapter 1 a holy confrontation between God and his people. Through heartbreak, warnings, and mercy, the Lord pleads with his children to come home. This isn’t just an Old Testament moment it’s a message for today. If you’ve ever felt far from God or tired of fake religion, this episode is for you. Let’s be real, let’s be honest, and let’s return to the One who still stays, “Come now, let’s settle this.”
2025-07-2109 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 16 When it’s dark, Don’t forget the LightToday’s episode is for the soul that’s tired, the heart that’s heavy, and the believer who’s doing their best to stay faithful in the middle of life’s storms. If you’ve ever wondered how to put God first when the world feels too loud, this is for you. Let’s sit with Scripture. Let’s breathe. Let’s remember who Jesus is… and who we are in Him.
2025-07-2008 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 15Faith, Tears, Doubt, and Worship - Meeting Jesus in Luke 7Luke chapter 7 brings four unforgettable moments where Jesus meets people right where they are with faith, with grief, with confusion, and with love. In this episode we read the entire chapter together and reflect on what it really means to follow the kind of Saviour who marvels at outsiders, raises the dead, honours our questions, and forgives with reckless mercy. Let’s sit with Jesus in Luke 7.
2025-07-1911 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 14 When Darkness Has the MicJob 24 pulls back the curtain on injustice the kind that makes your spirit cry out, “Where is God in all this?” This chapter gives voice to the struggle of watching the wicked rise while the innocent fall. But remember: Jesus is not late. His justice may be delayed, but it is never denied.
2025-07-1806 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 13 Take Up Your Cross: the Cost of Following JesusIn this raw and powerful walk through Luke 9, we see Jesus empower His followers, feed the hungry, reveal His glory on the mountain, and call us to daily surrender. This episode digs deep into what it really means to follow Jesus not just with words, but with our whole lives. If you’re ready to go all in, this one’s for you!
2025-07-1716 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 12 Not By MightThis episode dives deep into Zechariah 4, a powerful word for the tired, the discouraged, and the ones building with trembling hands. God doesn’t move by our hustle or strength, but by his Spirit. With Scripture, Richard reflection, and Jesus at the center, this episode will remind you that mountains move, small beginnings matter, and you were never meant to burn out you were meant to overflow.
2025-07-1608 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 11 All Your Heart - None Held BackEpisode 11 dives into Proverbs 3, one of the richest wisdom chapters in all of Scripture. We’re talking trust, correction, generosity, and walking with deep God confidence. This isn’t just about knowing the right path it’s about giving your whole heart to the One who directs it. If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, pride, or fear of the future this episode is for you.Edit: sorry you can definitely hear my dishwasher go off during the podcast lol
2025-07-1509 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 10 From the Grave to Glory: Jesus Shows UpIn this resurrection packed episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we dive into John Chapter 20 where grief meets glory, doubt meets proof, and the Risen Jesus steps into locked rooms, broken hearts, and weeping souls.Laurence reads the full chapter from the NLT and reflects on Mary’s tears, the disciples’ fear, and Thomas’s doubt all transformed by one thing: Jesus shows up.He still speaks peace. He still calls names. He still breathes new life.If you need hope today… this one’s for you.He is...
2025-07-1410 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 9 Written For A Future GenerationToday’s episode is a wake up call and a word of encouragement straight from Scripture. These ancient words were written for you and me. We’ll unpack five powerful verses that speak to our generation, about the love of many growing cold, knowledge exploding, and Gods unstoppable Gospel spreading to every corner of the earth.And hey- 80s babies, my DuckTales generation….. you’re up!
2025-07-1305 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 8 Faith That Moves The MountainThis isn’t just a Bible study, this is a call to wake up your spirit and ignite your faith. Today, Laurence delivers a passionate word on what it means to have faith, to live it, walk it, speak it, and move in the authority God has already given you. If your fires been flickering, let this episode fan the flame.
2025-07-1205 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 7 Living like exiles with hopeIn today’s episode, we explore the powerful truths of 1 Peter Chapter 1. This letter reminds us that we are chosen, set apart, and born again into a living hope through. Horst Jesus. Peter doesn’t shy away from the reality of trials, but shows us that faith refine by fire brings praise, glory, and honour to God. This is a word for every believer walking through the wilderness with purpose. Let’s go deep together.
2025-07-1108 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastDinner with Wisdom, Dessert with FollyIn Episode 6, we explore Proverbs 9 where two young women throw two very different dinner parties. One offers life and insight, the other leads straight to the grave. It’s poetic, deep, and surprisingly relatable. Pour your coffee, open your Bible, and let’s talk wisdom, foolishness, and the power of your RSVP.
2025-07-1005 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP5 Jesus is the whole dealIn episode 5, we slow down in Colossians 1 one of the richest chapters in the New Testament.Paul paint a clear, bold picture of who Jesus is: first in everything, holding all things together, the visible image of the invisible God.It’s not just theology it’s personal. You’ve been rescued, redeemed, and reconciled. This one’s packed. We’ll read the whole chapter, pausing to reflect and talk about what it means to walk in his truth every day.Whether you’re on your commute, mowing the lawn, or just needing some groundi...
2025-07-0909 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEP 4 Chosen, Forgiven and FireproofIn this episode we journey through Isaiah 43 a chapter full of comfort, fire walking faith, and divine forgiveness. I’ll read the entire chapter aloud with some pauses to chat, reflect, and remind you that God doesn’t just save, He chooses YOU, forgives YOU, and walks with YOU through the flames.Spoiler I really love verses 10 and 25 so I’ll likely say something there, they are two heavy hitting lines that will stick with you all week. Whether you’re driving, cleaning, or just chilling in the backyard hit play, and let the Word mee...
2025-07-0806 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastEp 3 Romans 10 and the simplicity of SalvationWe walk through all 21 verses of Romans 10, exploring how faith, confession, and belief open the door to salvation. A powerful chapter packed with truth, hope, and a reminder that God is closer than we think.
2025-07-0806 minThe Wooden Cricket PodcastThe Word was here…..and We missed Him?Jesus created the world… then showed up in it… and nobody recognized Him. Yikes. In this episode, I read through John Chapter 1, trip over my mic settings (grace please), and stop to unpack one of the most powerful truths in the Bible: God walked among us, and we almost missed it.Also includes:Breathing noise lolDeep thoughtsA personal storyAnd some sort of coffee induced rambling Whether you’re new to faith or just here because the na...
2025-07-0709 min
The Wooden Cricket PodcastEP1 What am I doing? (Testimonial talk)Episode 1: “So… I Guess I’m Starting a Podcast”Welcome to The Wooden Cricket Podcast where the microphone is old-school, the vibes are honest, and the cricket… is wooden for some reason.In this very first episode, your host Laurence shares how a regular guy from Winnipeg found himself recording a podcast on his iPhone while quoting the Bible and questioning everything (including his career, his sanity, and whether anyone’s even listening).Backed by verses like Revelation 12:11 and Acts 1:8 (NLT), this episode is part testimony, part therapy sess...
2025-07-0723 min
On Jase Business#234: Discussion avec Laurence Houde🎯 Laurence Houde – Coach en rencontres pour hommes ambitieuxLaurence Houde est coach certifiée en rencontres, spécialisée auprès des hommes à haute performance : entrepreneurs, cadres et leaders qui souhaitent attirer une relation exceptionnelle sans faire de compromis.Ces hommes ont souvent tout réussi — carrière, influence, standards élevés — sauf en amour. Ils sont fatigués des relations superficielles, du manque de constance et des jeux émotionnels typiques de la scène amoureuse moderne. Laurence leur propose une alternative : une approche stratégique, efficace et profondément alignée avec leurs valeurs.Son accompagnement...
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