Morning Conversation: MyBridge Radio

In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Susie Larson invites us into the heart of what it really means to experience God —not just know about Him, but to live rooted in the reality of His love. Drawing from her own story of trauma, healing, and transformation, Susie shares how many believers—even seasoned Christians—know they’re saved but still struggle to live loved. She unpacks how st...

Author, speaker, and apologist Alisa Childers joins us for a thoughtful and timely conversation about faith, discernment, and what it means to truly experience God in a confusing cultural moment. Alisa shares her personal story of nearly losing her faith through a season of deconstruction—and how God faithfully led her to solid answers, deeper trust, and a renewed calling to help the Church naviga...

When hurting people walk into church, what happens next? We connect with Shaunti Feldhahn about her newest book, When Hurting People Come to Church , and the urgent opportunity facing the Church in the midst of today’s mental health crisis. Drawing from research with more than 2,000 pastors, counselors, and church leaders, Shaunti shares what she’s learned about the growing levels of anxiety, trau...

Richard Blackaby grew up in an “ordinary” home where his parents talked about God as if He was truly real—and where prayer wasn’t a religious habit, but an ongoing relationship. In this conversation, the son of Dr. Henry Blackaby shares what it looked like to live with an expectancy that God is active and speaking, and why so many of us struggle to discern His voice—not because God is silent, but...

In this encore of our first ever podcast episode, Susie Larson shares personal stories and practical encouragement from her Advent devotional  Prepare Him Room , including how intentional practices like fasting can reorient our hearts during Advent, the importance of stewarding our perspective in a noisy culture, and how seasons of suffering and health challenges have shaped her understanding of w...

Stacey Thacker joins us to talk about her new book, Everyday Prayers for Christmas. Through simple, scripture-based prayers, Stacey invites readers and listeners alike to pause, reflect, and connect with God’s presence during a season that can feel both joyful and overwhelming. Stacey also explores the stories of Zechariah and Elizabeth, the birth of Jesus, and the profound way waiting and faith i...

Popular author Donna VanLiere joins us to share the heart behind her latest book, Looking for Christmas: A Search for the Joy and Hope of the Nativity . Donna brings her signature storytelling warmth as she reflects on how the original Christmas story still breaks into the ordinary moments of our lives, inviting us to look up and notice the hope God is offering right in front of us. Through person...

Steven Curtis Chapman joins us for a rich, heartfelt walk through the stories behind The Music of Christmas —an album celebrating its 30th anniversary. Steven Curtis reflects on the impact of Show Hope’s 23-year journey, the miracle of watching nearly 10,000 children welcomed into families, and the deep reasons adoption remains central to his calling today.  The conversation also dives into the cr...

How do you keep worshiping when life doesn’t look like you hoped? In this episode, Jaime Jamgochian shares the story behind her new book and album, Sacred Surrender. From a life-changing encounter with Jesus in college to a long season of illness and waiting, Jaime opens up about learning to trust God’s heart when life takes unexpected turns. It’s an honest and hope-filled look at what happens whe...

Dr. Lee Warren knows what it means to wrestle with pain and still choose hope. As a neurosurgeon, author, and follower of Jesus, he brings a rare blend of science, faith, and personal experience to help people navigate loss, anxiety, and life’s hardest seasons. In this conversation, Lee shares how we can train our minds toward peace, discover purpose in suffering, and find gratitude even when life...

Annie F. Downs brings her signature blend of joy and depth to this conversation—because when Annie talks about faith, it’s never dull. She shares stories of how God meets us in both the laughter and the loneliness, the beauty and the breaking. From her “That Sounds Fun” perspective, Annie reminds us that life with God isn’t just about surviving—it’s about noticing His goodness in every season, eve...

Many people are surrounded by others yet still feel deeply alone. In this conversation, author and pastor Mike Novotny shares insights from his new book Lonely Less: 6 Steps to a Less Lonely Life . He unpacks the difference between being alone and feeling lonely, explores why loneliness has become such a defining struggle in today’s culture, and points to practical, biblical ways to experience mea...

October is Pastor Appreciation Month, and in this episode, we sit down with Pastor Tom Rempel to pull back the curtain on life in ministry. With decades of experience shepherding congregations, Tom shares candidly about the joys and challenges that come with being a pastor—and the impact those realities can have not only on the pastor but also on their family. He speaks to the unique weight of car...

Madison Cain from the sibling band CAIN joins us for a fun and heartfelt conversation that spans music, family, and faith. She shares the heart behind their new tour and what it’s like to walk into a room where the whole crowd is dressed in the same color—instantly creating a sense of family. Madison talks about the group’s unique journey from leading worship at the church their dad pastored to st...

Back-to-school season can be a stressful transition for kids and parents alike, and routines play a key role in making that shift smoother. Licensed family counselor Joannie DeBrito draws from over 30 years of experience to share practical wisdom for families navigating the start of the school year. From re-establishing rhythms of sleep, meals, and self-care to limiting screen time and creating sp...

Family conflict is something every household faces, but what if those difficult moments could actually become opportunities for growth, healing, and even a stronger legacy? In this episode, Bill High shares his deeply personal journey—from growing up in poverty, losing his father at 12, and witnessing the resilience of his Japanese war bride mother, to finding faith through a small-town church and...

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...

In this insightful episode, Dr. Adam Rasmussen from the Cultural Research Center offers a compelling look at the spiritual landscape shaping America today. Drawing from rigorous research involving over 2,100 Americans, he reveals surprising openness to spiritual conversations—especially through trusted relationships—and highlights how many are wrestling with belief, doubt, and identity in a cultur...

In a cultural moment filled with confusion, Dr. Kathy Koch is encouraging parents to speak truth with compassion and confidence. In this episode, Kathy shares why she didn’t want to write Raising Gender-Confident Kids —and why the pain she experienced being misunderstood as a child helped confirm it was a book that needed to be written. With wisdom rooted in Genesis, Kathy reminds us that God did...

Mary Tutterow’s life was forever changed when her newborn daughter was sent home from the hospital to die. In that dark and desperate moment, she cried out to God—and He met her with peace, purpose, and a calling that would reshape everything. What began as a journey of personal suffering grew into a deep spiritual transformation and eventually blossomed into The Heart of the Caregiver , a ministr...

In this powerful conversation, author and speaker Amber Albee Swenson shares how the road to real confidence begins with admitting that we aren’t enough—but God is. Drawing from her own journey, Amber opens up about growing up under the prayers of a faithful grandfather, battling feelings of inadequacy as a mom and ministry leader, and learning to anchor her identity not in performance or comparis...

Megan Woods may be a rising voice in Christian music, but her story is one of deep transformation and grounded faith. In this conversation, Megan shares about the struggles she faced with bullying, comparison, and the early days of social media—and how a quiet moment alone with her Bible at age 18 became the turning point. Since then, she’s gone from leading worship at her local church to writing...

Tauren Wells might be best known for his powerhouse vocals and chart-topping songs, but in this conversation, he shares what’s been stirring beneath the surface—stories of calling, surrender, and a deeper understanding of joy. From his early days leading youth worship in a church basement to launching a fast-growing new church near Austin, TX, Tauren reflects on the unexpected ways God has shaped...

What do boys really need from their moms in the early years—and what happens if they don’t get it? In this episode, author and mom of six, Molly DeFrank, shares what she’s learning about raising emotionally durable, spiritually grounded boys in a world full of screens, distractions, and low expectations. Drawing from her latest book Mothering Boys , Molly encourages moms to reclaim the precious wi...

Growing up without a dad, Jerrad Lopes entered parenting feeling unprepared—and quickly discovered he didn’t have all the answers. The founder of the Dad Tired community and host of the Dad Tired podcast joins us for an honest, encouraging conversation about the real struggles and sacred moments of fatherhood. For every dad who’s ever felt alone, unsure, or overwhelmed, Jerrad’s story is a reminde...