Morning Conversation: MyBridge Radio

For more than three decades, Darlene Zschech has been a voice that has helped shape modern worship, but she never set out to be in the spotlight. In this conversation, Darlene shares how she wrestled with the responsibility of leading worship, learning to keep her heart focused on giving God glory rather than receiving it. She reflects on the early days of Hillsong, the unexpected journey of Shout...

It’s easy for marriage to slip to the back burner in the midst of work, kids, and daily responsibilities—but that drift can lead to disconnection before couples even realize it. In this episode, Bob Paul, Vice President of the Focus on the Family Marriage Institute and co-founder of the Hope Restored program, shares how intentionality can make all the difference. From scheduling time together to h...

Grandparents hold a unique and powerful role in the spiritual lives of their grandchildren, yet many overlook their potential impact. In this episode, Larry Fowler, founder and CEO of Legacy Coalition, shares how Christian grandparents can embrace their God-given calling.  Larry offers practical insights on building meaningful, faith-centered relationships with grandchildren, including strategies...

WARNING TO PARENTS: The content of this episode contains conversations about cultural topics that young people may not be ready to hear. If listening with children, please note it could create uncomfortable conversations. Monique Duson grew up amid the challenges of a crime-affected neighborhood and the 1992 Rodney King riots. Her upbringing shaped her understanding of race and justice, but it was...

Brant Hansen is convinced that, regardless of circumstances, you can have a deep sense of well-being. Not only is it possible, it’s promised to all who follow Jesus. Our guest doesn't claim to follow a success plan. He just keeps simply showing up and taking Jesus very seriously. And by taking Jesus seriously in all of life, Brant has become more joyful, more peaceful and full of laughter.  In...

In today’s world, where the Bible is more accessible than ever, the idea of memorizing Scripture can feel unnecessary or outdated. In his book Remember the Words, Dakota Lynch challenges that perception by offering compelling reasons why committing God’s Word to memory is as relevant now as ever. Our guest serves as the executive director of Scripture Memory Fellowship.  Whether you’re someone who...

You are meant for more. God has called you to live a radical life for Him—one that makes a lasting impact on this world. Like Jesus did. From the way that He prayed, to how He interacted with sinners, to His sacrificial death on the cross, there’s never been anyone in history as radical as Jesus. As His followers, we are called to be like Him. It’s not just something we should aspire to—it’s a rea...

We are so grateful for Susie Larson! She has such a big heart for Jesus and sharing her God given gifts. Join the conversation today to learn more about Advent and Susie’s newest book, “Prepare Him Room.”

If you know Nebraska Football, you likely know the name Ron Brown. As an assistant coach with the Huskers, Ron was on the staff for three National Championship teams and numerous conference title winners. Since his arrival in Lincoln in the 1980s, he has served under six different Husker head coaches –– a testament to how coaches view the value of having Coach Brown’s influence on young men. But,...

In the genre of contemporary Christian music, no artist has won more awards than Steven Curtis Chapman. 59 Gospel Music Association “Dove” awards, five Grammy awards, a historic 50 No. 1 singles and recent induction into the Grand Ole Opry are evidence of a long career noted by many blessings.  Over the four decades that encompass the career of this CCM icon, Steven Curtis and his wife, Mary Beth,...

With all the excitement of Christmastime—the twinkling lights, festive sounds, and the rush of holiday preparations—it’s easy for families to lose sight of the true meaning of the season: celebrating the birth of Jesus. Katie Trent understands the challenge of balancing the joy of traditions with keeping Christ at the center. In her new book, Katie offers families a creative way to slow down, conn...

In life’s pitch-black moments, our prayers can often resemble last-minute cries rather than first-response chats. Facing her own desperate moments, Rachel Wojo discovered that throughout the Old Testament, we find those in crisis using three-word pleas in their cries to God. That discovery brought life to her prayer journey, guiding it from frenzied desperation to dependent faith. In Rachel’s late...

In 2013, Jodi Blick embarked on a journey after facing the unthinkable. After a tragic car accident claimed the life of her son and two others, Jodi experienced a depth of pain she didn’t know could even exist.  Jodi is thankful today that she had done some things before the tragedy that God would ultimately use to help her face the tragedy. While the pain was still strong and there were times she...

A movement called ‘deconstruction’ is sweeping through our churches, and it’s affecting our loved ones. It has disrupted, dismantled and destroyed the faith of so many. Former member of the early 2000s Christian ‘girl band’ ZOEgirl, Alisa Childers had her own faith deconstructed through the influence of a minister she trusted who was teaching her to believe that which is not orthodox Christian tru...

Whether you’re facing the ordinary, daily pressures of squaring away today’s to-do list or an unexpected season of suffering that seems to have no end, sometimes it feels like Jesus’ promise of “overflowing joy” is simply not within reach for your real life. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Author and Bible teacher Tara Dew takes us to Jesus’ words in John 15 to reveal three surprising paths to...

While God does allow suffering, there’s nothing He allows that He doesn’t redeem. That’s a truth author and podcaster Susie Larson had to come to grips with when she processed her emotion over what God had allowed her to face. Disappointment comes naturally when the "good life" lets us down. Discouragement is understandable when we face life's struggles. In all of that, the goodness of God is trus...

Over the past six years, Kristine Fischer has become the face of bass fishing. She’s been on television, her social media following is massive and she is always a favorite to win any kayak fishing competition But, Kristine Fischer is catching more than prize-winning fish. She’s catching attention and drawing an audience that’s not necessarily familiar with how to win a fishing tournament. Why? It’...

We live in a possession and money obsessed culture where the average American has far more than they need. Yet, many of us feel incredibly insecure, and we grasp tightly to what we have and continue trying to gain more. This impacts both how we think about our God-given resources and our willingness to be generous with what God has given us to steward. In his book, Gospel Generosity , Nathan Harri...

As a coach and mentor to hundreds of pastors, Chris Sonksen has a front-row seat to watch churches that were once in trouble and in danger of closing their doors start to thrive through coaching and by applying one or two ideas that could cause a church to... boom.  Sonksen is the founder of Church Boom, where he helps pastors and churches achieve their desired growth by providing personalized coa...

In the world of Gospel Music, few groups are more well-known and loved than the Gaither Vocal Band. A group that, for more than four decades, has toured the world, bringing the Gospel to audiences through amazing harmonies. The list of men who have comprised the Gaither Vocal Band reads like a “Who’s Who” among the gospel music industry’s best-loved voices, including: Steve Green, Larnelle Harris,...

Pastors and ministry leaders are some of the hardest-working people in the world--and they have a high rate of burnout to prove it. Leaders that aren't operating at peak efficiency and, also taking care of themselves, are setting themselves up for a crash. The reality is, few in ministry feel they have the time to take a sabbatical or tend to their own physical, emotional, and spiritual needs....

Church is a place for meaningful connection—a like-minded community which worships, prays, and participates together for the singular purpose of glorifying God. If King David’s words from Psalm 133:1 are to be believed –– “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” –– unity can exist. Attaining and maintaining this isn’t easy. The apostle Paul had to remind the church t...

Many of us long for the abundant life Jesus promised, but instead we feel stagnant and frustrated in our faith. More of us cultivate our view of God from our family of origin than from the pages of the Bible—and a faulty view of God will always be a barrier to a satisfying spiritual life. Bryan Clark has served in pastoral ministry in Nebraska for more than 40 years. In that time, he’s observed a...

The fact that you’re about to press play on this podcast says you’re aware of technology and some of its benefits. However, technology also has a darkside, especially for our children. Tech is directly responsible for increased teenage anxiety and depression, exposure to explicit material, online predators, screen addiction, and more. Along comes David Tucker, a former pastor and current tech exec...

Many of us want to talk about our faith with others, but we feel unprepared and uncomfortable.  Babbie Mason knows that feeling. Feeling convicted of how little she was sharing her own faith, this popular singer and songwriter asked Jesus to help her change her ways. Out of that journey came a book that shares the title of one of her most well-known songs. Each One Reach One is about finding your...