The Wooden Cricket Podcast

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 of Jesus.Also… Laurence is baking sourdough live during the episode 😂🍞

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 deeply relevant to everyday life.

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. Thank you for your prayers, sacrifices, love, and faithfulness.If you’ve been feeling hopeless lately… this episode is for you.

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 world desperately needs right now.

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.