The Wooden Cricket Podcast

Today we continue walking through the Bible together with the book of Ruth. And after the chaos of Judges… Ruth feels deeply personal. This is a story about: * grief * loyalty * kindness * redemption * quiet faithfulness * God moving through ordinary people We talk about: * who Naomi and Ruth actually are * why Ruth leaving Moab mattered so deeply * Boaz and compassion * what redemption means * ho...

Today we continue walking through the Bible together with the book of Judges. And Judges is messy. There’s chaos. Fear. Violence. Broken leadership. Spiritual drift. Over and over again, the people drift away from God… life falls apart… they cry out for help… God rescues them… and then eventually the cycle starts all over again. In this episode we talk about: * why Israel kept drifting spiritually...

Today we continue walking through the Bible together with the book of Joshua. After all the wilderness wandering… all the waiting… all the fear… all the uncertainty… it finally becomes time to move forward. But Joshua is about way more than battles and conquest. This book is really about: trusting God enough to take the next step even when you don’t have every answer yet. In this episode we talk a...

Today we continue walking through the Bible together with the book of Deuteronomy. And honestly? This book feels deeply personal and emotional. Because Deuteronomy is Moses standing before the people near the end of his life reminding them: * who God is * what they’ve been through * where they drifted * where God remained faithful * and why intentional relationship with God still matters deeply In...

Today we continue walking through the Bible together with the book of Numbers. And honestly? This might be one of the most relatable books in all of scripture. Because Numbers is really about people trying to trust God while walking through difficult wilderness seasons. Fear. Faith. Waiting. Complaining. Leadership. Doubt. Growth. Trust. And if we’re honest… human beings still wrestle with all of...

Today we continue our journey through the Bible together with one of the most misunderstood books in scripture: Leviticus. At first glance it can feel like: rules, sacrifices, rituals, offerings, priests, and a LOT of complicated instructions 😂 But underneath all of it is something deeply important: Holiness. Relationship. Reconciliation. And humanity’s desperate need for God. In this episode we...

Happy Sunday everybody ❤️ Today we continue walking through the Bible together by diving into the book of Exodus. Freedom. Deliverance. Rescue. The Red Sea. Moses. The burning bush. The commandments. The wilderness. But underneath all the huge cinematic moments is a deeper truth: God rescues people. And somehow… the entire story points directly toward Jesus. In this episode we talk about: * spirit...

Today we begin a HUGE new journey together: Walking through the Bible one book at a time. Starting exactly where scripture starts: Genesis. Creation. Humanity. Sin. Covenant. Redemption. And somehow, even on page one… we already start seeing Jesus. In this episode we talk about: * why creation matters * humanity being made intentionally by God * the fall * why the world feels broken * God pursuing...

300 episodes. Absolutely unbelievable. Recorded lakeside in the Whiteshell while sitting on top of a riding lawnmower at Bible camp 😂 This is a huge sermon-style episode about the greatest invitation humanity has ever been given: “Come, follow Me.” In EP300, we talk about: * following Jesus intentionally * modern distraction * real discipleship * spiritual exhaustion * relationship with Christ *...

What are you running from right now? Not physically… hopefully not from a grizzly bear in the woods 😂 Spiritually. Emotionally. Mentally. In EP299, we talk honestly about exhaustion, distraction, modern life, and the truth that Jesus never asked people to carry life completely alone. This episode is deeply personal, practical, convicting, and hopeful as we head into EP300 You do not have to keep...

Everybody is building their life on something. Money. Success. Comfort. Attention. Relationships. Politics. Entertainment. But what happens when storms hit? In EP298, we talk honestly about foundations, modern life, anxiety, distraction, and why Jesus is the only foundation strong enough to truly build your life on. This one is practical, reflective, challenging, and deeply rooted in the teachings...

Phones. Screens. Noise. Politics. Outrage. Endless scrolling. Everybody wants your attention right now. But what happens when distraction slowly starts pulling people away from Jesus? In EP297, we talk honestly about modern distraction, overstimulation, spiritual numbness, and the importance of intentionally fixing our eyes back on Christ in a noisy world. This one is practical, convicting, and de...

Happy Mother’s Day ❤️ In today’s Sunday morning episode, we talk about hope, transformation, and the truth that Jesus STILL changes lives. This world feels loud, distracted, anxious, and exhausted sometimes… but Jesus is still healing hearts, restoring people, and transforming lives today. We also take time to honor all the moms, grandmas, stepmoms, foster moms, adoptive moms, caretakers out there...

Are you spiritually awake right now… or just going through the motions? In EP295, we talk honestly about spiritual numbness, distraction, lukewarm living, and what it means to truly wake up and follow Jesus intentionally in a loud and distracting world. This isn’t about fear or fake hype. It’s about real conviction, real relationship with Jesus, and becoming the kind of follower of Christ this wor...

In EP294, we talk honestly about struggling with sin, temptation, old habits, and the very real battle between flesh and spirit. Following Jesus doesn’t mean pretending to be perfect. It means learning how to fight honestly, stay close to Him, and keep getting back up.

In EP293, we talk about identity. Not what your past says about you. Not what shame says about you. Not what people labeled you as. What does Jesus say about you? This episode is all about learning to stop living chained to your old life and beginning to walk in the new life Jesus has given you.

In EP292, we move from realizing we’ve drifted to actually coming back. No shame. No pressure. Just you and Jesus. This episode walks through a simple, honest, and real way to return to Jesus right where you are.

In EP291, we talk honestly about something most people experience but don’t always talk about: Drifting from Jesus. Not walking away. Not losing belief. Just slowly… drifting. This episode breaks down how it happens, what it does to you, and how to begin coming back right now. And tomorrow, we’ll walk through that return step-by-step.

In EP290, we talk about what it actually looks like to stay close to Jesus in everyday life. Not just in big moments. Not just on Sundays. But daily. If you’ve ever felt yourself drifting even slowly this episode will help you refocus, reset, and step into the week walking closely with Him.

In EP289, we move from hearing God to actually responding to Him. Because listening is one thing… but obedience is where real life change happens. This episode breaks down what obedience looks like in everyday life and why the small steps matter more than you think. Recorded fresh from the camp, this one also includes a call to step in and serve as we get ready for the season.

In EP288, we break down one of the most common questions in faith: “How do I know if God is speaking to me?” This episode gives clear, practical, Bible-based ways to recognize God’s voice without confusion keeping everything grounded in Jesus, Scripture, and real-life application.

In EP287, we break down prayer in the simplest, realest way possible. Not perfect words. Not long speeches. Not performance. Just real conversation with Jesus. If you’ve ever felt awkward, unsure, or stuck when it comes to prayer, this episode will help you take the pressure off and start talking to Him for real.

In EP286, we talk about anxiety real, everyday anxiety and how to actually deal with it with Jesus. Not just thinking about it. Not just managing it. But bringing it to Him. If your mind feels like it never slows down, this episode walks through practical, biblical ways to find real peace in the middle of it.

In EP285, we talk about what it looks like to trust God when life doesn’t make sense. When prayers feel unanswered, plans fall apart, or confusion sets in how do you keep walking with Jesus? This episode breaks down real, practical ways to trust Him daily, even when you don’t understand what He’s doing.

In EP284, we talk about those quiet moments in faith when you’re doing the right things but not feeling anything. If your walk with Jesus feels dry or distant, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening and how to stay steady. Faith isn’t built on feelings it’s built on truth.