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Morning Conversation: MyBridge Radio

Morning Conversation: MyBridge Radio

By MyBridge Radio

Your time is valuable. Your listening space is limited. So we cut to the chase! (...we get to the point quickly!... if you’ve ever wondered what that means 😉) with raw conversations that grapple with faith, following Jesus in a broken world, and living lives of eternal impact! Some names you’ll recognize, some you won’t. But all of them are on a common journey–striving to follow Jesus and join Him in the work He is doing in and around them. We invite you to join the conversation!
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018 - David Thomas: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys

Morning Conversation: MyBridge RadioAug 16, 2022

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055 - Kathy Koch: Parent Differently

055 - Kathy Koch: Parent Differently

Do you want well-behaved kids? Or, kids with good character? Ideally, both. How do we get there? Too often, parents misguidedly prioritize behavior. Behavior modification does not guarantee good character qualities. 

In her latest book, Parent Differently, Kathy Koch says it’s character that influences decisions. It shows up in our speech, actions, and attitudes. It’s about who we are and what we do. As Christians, we want to see the character of Jesus Christ in our children. We want our kids to be brave, compassionate, and joyful. Whether a parent, grandparent, or teacher, we all want to see our children grow in humility, gratitude, and respect—for others and themselves. 

The founder of Celebrate Kids, Dr. Kathy Koch will help us define character and why it matters as she unpacks the crisis of character in our culture today. Listen for some great tips on steps we can take to teach and develop character in our kids.


Nov 28, 202327:43
054 - Encore Episode -- Greg Smalley: Why Are All the Lights On?

054 - Encore Episode -- Greg Smalley: Why Are All the Lights On?

So much of the trouble we can find in marriage points back to not communicating our expectations. In his 30+ years of marriage, Greg Smalley has learned from that mistake more than a few times. 


Nov 14, 202332:59
053 - Sarah Molitor –– Well Said: Why Our Words Matter

053 - Sarah Molitor –– Well Said: Why Our Words Matter

Words matter. Our words matter. In her new book, Well Said*, mom of seven and popular blogger Sarah Molitor explains why those words matter so much. Sarah shares how to make the most of our words and why doing so can change our lives. Through her own personal life stories, Sarah offers practical tips that are grounded in Biblical truth and convey God’s love for each person. 

Choosing to use our words to speak life allows the Lord to work in ways we never imagined or could dream for ourselves. While it’s not easy, nor is it instant, it will be life-challenging and life-changing.



Nov 07, 202339:51
052 - Colton Dixon: Canvas

052 - Colton Dixon: Canvas

The world first got acquainted with Colton Dixon during season 11 of American Idol. In the eleven years since his top seven finish, he’s become well known for hit songs like, “More of You”, “Through All of It”, and more recently “Build a Boat”.

A big change came to Colton’s life in August of 2020 when he and his wife Annie welcomed twin daughters into the world. 


We recently caught up with Colton in advance of his October 2023 visit to Nebraska to talk about life, ministry and the songs from his new project, Canvas.

Oct 31, 202318:49
051 - Madison Cain: Jesus Music

051 - Madison Cain: Jesus Music

The music of CAIN quickly became a mainstay on MyBridge radio when they released their debut single, "Rise Up (Lazarus)". Since then, the trio of pastor’s kids from Hartselle, Alabama ––  Madison Cain Johnson, Taylor Cain Matz, and Logan Cain –– have continued to be used by God through their ministry of music.

Madison is the middle sibling of the family trio known for their matching colorful outfits on stage. A mom of a toddler, Madison is learning more about the love of her heavenly Father as she raises her son and she’s thankful for parents that pointed her to Jesus. 


Currently on their 2023 Live and In Color tour, Madison sits down to talk to us about life as a mom, an artist, and their newest album, Jesus Music.

Oct 24, 202322:29
050 - Lisa Anderson: Navigating The Culture as a Christian Single

050 - Lisa Anderson: Navigating The Culture as a Christian Single

For the past 25 years, Focus on the Family has been ministering to singles and young adults through its Boundless ministry. When Lisa Anderson first got involved with Boundless 15 years ago, it was to host their podcast. A couple of years later, she assumed the role of director for the ministry.

In her role, Lisa helps today’s millennial and Gen Z generations to “grow up”, “own their faith”, and “date with purpose". In this episode, Lisa shares some of the reasons young adults don’t feel equipped for marriage. She also shares some eye-opening stats on couples waiting until marriage before moving in together as well as some encouragement about how these young generations are rejecting cultural Christianity.



Oct 10, 202327:17
049 - Jason Young: Don’t Burn Out, Burn Bright

049 - Jason Young: Don’t Burn Out, Burn Bright

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, that few in ministry feel they have the time to take a sabbatical or tend to their own physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. But healthy rhythms of work and rest are the key to a thriving, long-term ministry. In their book, Don’t Burn Out, Burn Bright, Jason Young and Jonathan Malm put their years of ministry leadership and consulting experience together to show us how to fine-tune leadership and organize life in such a way that you can become a high-capacity leader without the exhaustion and discouragement so many feel.

Oct 03, 202330:27
048 - Katie Trent: Tackling Parenting Problems While Baking Sweet Treats

048 - Katie Trent: Tackling Parenting Problems While Baking Sweet Treats

In her latest book, Recipes for a Sweet Child: Creative Bible-based Activities to Help Your Family Thrive, author Katie Trent combines her counseling and ministry expertise with her own parenting experiences to provide you with a creative guide to work past challenging childhood issues in a winsome way.

Searching for answers to help turn your children’s grumbling into gratitude? Trying to navigate ongoing issues like sibling rivalry, tattling, unforgiveness, peer pressure, or bullying? Katie will help you teach your kids how to apply biblical wisdom in any situation.

Discover simple tools to bring peace and joy into your home with easy, interactive activities and Bible lessons and enjoy making delicious recipes with your kids.


Sep 19, 202323:43
047 - Meredith Andrews: Make Room

047 - Meredith Andrews: Make Room

Meredith Andrews has been writing music and leading worship for nearly two decades. Known for songs like “Draw Me Nearer” and “Open Up The Heavens”, Meredith has served alongside the Vertical Church Band and, more recently, with her home church, The Belonging Co. in Nashville. 

Meredith opens up about marriage, and how it’s not always easy, about turning 40, and how it’s just a number. We’ll also dive in with Meredith about worship and why she writes songs for the church.


Sep 05, 202336:06
046 - Susie Larson: Closer Than Your Next Breath
Aug 22, 202340:47
045 - Michele Cushatt: A Faith That Will Not Fail

045 - Michele Cushatt: A Faith That Will Not Fail

Although there are moments of beauty and goodness, more often than not, life is marked by fear, struggle, disappointment, and loss. And we don’t know what to do with it. We try to find hope and security in various people and places–but each proves unworthy of our trust. We need more. Something–or Someone–who won’t fail us when our world falls apart.

Michelle Cushatt presents a better way. In her book, A Faith That Will Not Fail, this author and Bible teacher explores powerful personal, historical, and biblical stories of people of extraordinary faith. She curates and shares practices to help you deepen your confidence and certainty in the God who can be trusted with your worry, questions, confusion, and grief. 


Connect with a woman who has been through immeasurable suffering and hear her compassion and practical insight.


For more information on Michelle’s book, go to: michelecushatt.com/faith/


Aug 08, 202330:07
044 - Lee Warren: Hope Is The First Dose

044 - Lee Warren: Hope Is The First Dose

The question isn’t whether you’ll face the hardest thing. It’s what to do when it’s staring you in the face. Dr. Lee Warren, a neurosurgeon from Nebraska, knows personally that trauma will reconfigure your life. After the tragic loss of his 19-year-old son, he knew he needed a plan and path back to a new season of hope, faith, peace—and even happiness. The first dose is hope—and it comes in the form of grace from the skilled hands of the Great Physician.

In Hope Is the First Dose, Dr. Warren offers tender empathy and hard-won insights to give you tangible hope. No matter what you’re facing, it doesn’t have to be the end of you.

Learn more about Dr. Warren and his new book:

https://wleewarrenmd.com/books/hope-is-the-first-dose/


Jul 25, 202335:07
043 - Bryan Clark: God’s NOT Like That

043 - Bryan Clark: God’s NOT Like That

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 lot of, as he says, “messed up” views of God. In his unique and interactive book God’s Not Like That, our guest returns us to Scripture on a step-by-step journey to identify and then correct our misconceptions about God. 

Listen for specific ways our childhood influences our beliefs today and how to distinguish truth from fiction when it comes to personal beliefs.

Order Bryan’s book here: https://www.christianbook.com/not-like-redeeming-inherited-beliefs-finding/bryan-clark/9780830784394/pd/784395?event=ESRCG


Jul 11, 202337:22
042 - Maralee Bradley: Life Groups Change Lives

042 - Maralee Bradley: Life Groups Change Lives

It’s one thing to go to church. But, there are steps we can take to really get plugged in and find the kind of “community” we really crave…even if we don’t realize we crave it. Maralee Bradley of Lincoln, NE is a busy mom of eight children and has every excuse in the book to not commit to a life group (or small group) at her church. But, she and her husband have rearranged their schedules because they understand the impact their life group has had on their lives (not to mention the opportunity the get to invest in other couples).

On this episode, Stan and Maralee dive into how making small groups a priority can be one of the best decisions you can make for your own spiritual growth and connection to other believers.


Jun 27, 202328:58
 041 - Alex McFarland: Tough Questions Kids Ask
Jun 13, 202333:29
040 - Matt Bell: Teaching Kids Truth About Finances
May 30, 202330:09
039 - Jeff Grenell: Next Gen Faith
May 16, 202331:15
038 - Asheritah Ciuciu: One Thing Alone

038 - Asheritah Ciuciu: One Thing Alone

Growing up in a missionary family in Romania, Asheritah CiuCiu began to have her life transformed as she learned to immerse herself in the Word of God. As a teenager with nothing but time on her hands, Asheritah would often spend hours reading her Bible and singing worship music. After being married and starting a family, free time was no longer a thing and Asheritah had to figure out what time with God could look like as a busy mom. The founder of the ministry “One Thing Alone” now helps other moms discover how to spend time with God when it feels like there is no time.

May 02, 202325:40
037 - Dr. Jeremiah Johnston: Body of Proof: Why Believing the Resurrection Matters
Apr 18, 202324:44
036 - Kathy Koch: Character Is A Choice

036 - Kathy Koch: Character Is A Choice

When it comes to character, we have choices to make. We can choose kindness, patience and politeness. Dr. Kathy Koch, the founder and president of Celebrate Kids, Inc, talks with us about the importance of setting an example for our kids when it comes to what we expect out of them. More is caught than taught. If we want to raise children with character, it starts with being people of character. Dr. Kathy will share her “Fine Five”, a tool families can use to open up amazing conversations with the kids to help find out what's going on in their hearts.

Apr 04, 202329:17
 035 - Christy Nockels: This Is The Hour

035 - Christy Nockels: This Is The Hour

Singer, songwriter, worship leader and podcaster Christy Nockels recently released her first album in more than five years. Connect with Christy about the new project, “This is The Hour” and hear her heart about worship and the opportunity God gives us to respond to Him in both the mountaintops and the valleys. When God doesn’t answer our prayers the way we want, He does still offer us a special gift which is perhaps the best answer we can get.


Mar 22, 202330:14
034 - Susie Larson: I Get to Spend Time With God

034 - Susie Larson: I Get to Spend Time With God

In this episode, Susie goes back to the beginning and shares her journey of falling in love with Jesus and tells about what she’s learned about God while facing chronic illness. Be inspired by Susie as she challenges our attitude about spending time with God. It’s more than something to check off the daily to-do list…it’s something we get to do. It’s an opportunity. Susie even shares some thoughts on how we can make the most of our time with God by journaling.

Mar 07, 202355:04
033 - Sean McDowell: Not My Truth, THE Truth
Feb 21, 202327:15
032 - Greg Smalley: Why Are All the Lights On?

032 - Greg Smalley: Why Are All the Lights On?

So much of the trouble we can find in marriage points back to not communicating our expectations. In his 30+ years of marriage, Greg Smalley has learned from that mistake more than a few times.

Feb 07, 202332:46
 031 - Wendy Speake: Feasting on The Word

031 - Wendy Speake: Feasting on The Word

Are you snacking or feasting when it comes to spending time in God’s Word? Wendy Speake joins us to share encouragement on how to feast on the Word of God so that we taste and see God’s goodness.

Jan 24, 202324:14
030 - Jessica Hotz: God Loves You and He Likes You
Jan 10, 202328:58
029 - Maralee Bradley: Don’t Lie to My Kids

029 - Maralee Bradley: Don’t Lie to My Kids

Maralee Bradley, mom of 8 kiddos and champion of adoption and foster parenting, joins us today to tell us to stop lying to our children! – and why being appropriately truthful matters to our kids and builds a lasting, trusting relationship.

Dec 27, 202233:06
028 - Melissa Swain: 5 Ways to Disciple Your Children Over the Holidays
Dec 13, 202226:21
027 - Tim Sanford: We Worship Control

027 - Tim Sanford: We Worship Control

Our world worships control – from cruise control in our cars to climate control in our buildings, we think it’s our right to be in control and for things to go our way. Tim Sanford, pastor and Clinical Director of Counseling Services for Focus on the Family is here to share with us why that desire for control is causing so much anxiety.

Nov 29, 202225:53
026 - Gina Boe: Hope Deserves an Anthem
Nov 15, 202231:58
025 - Jeff Myers: Truth Changes Everything
Nov 08, 202234:50
024 - Ben Fuller: I Dare You to Ask
Oct 11, 202224:54
023 - Jason Currie: Raising Up Lifelong Followers of Jesus

023 - Jason Currie: Raising Up Lifelong Followers of Jesus

GOYFC - Greater Omaha Youth for Christ - exists to introduce young people to Jesus at this pivotal time in their lives. They desire to reach young people with the hope of Christ by partnering with local believers to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus. We have the pleasure of serving alongside GOYFC and Jason Currie through MyBridge Momentum, having connected with them at a critical point in their ministry’s growth.

Oct 04, 202232:07
022 - Staci Rudolph: Confident in Faith
Sep 27, 202225:01
021 - Kathy Koch: Resilient Kids
Sep 21, 202233:17
 020 - Sissy Goff: Raising Worry-Free Girls
Sep 13, 202229:12
019 - Michelle Nezat: More than a Song

019 - Michelle Nezat: More than a Song

Michelle Nezat loves the Word of God. And, she wants to inspire others to discover and meditate on God's Word. Her unique approach to introducing God's Word is through Christian music. Our guest on this episode is the host of the "More Than A Song" podcast!

Aug 23, 202226:12
018 - David Thomas: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys
Aug 16, 202230:20
017 - Sadye Daniell: Gen Z and Jesus

017 - Sadye Daniell: Gen Z and Jesus

Being a youth today is not easy – what a challenging time to be growing up and navigating your faith amid everything that’s happening in our culture. In this episode, we share a conversation with Sadye Daniell, an 18-year-old from Lincoln, NE, who shares how she continues to fight for her relationship with Jesus and how her parents and mentors have made a massive impact in her walk with the Lord.

Aug 09, 202224:59
016 - Susie Larson: Strong in Battle
Aug 02, 202238:17
015 - Sonya Curry: Deliberate Training

015 - Sonya Curry: Deliberate Training

Mother of recent NBA champion, Steph Curry and author of her first book, Sonya Curry joins us to share about her new book, “Fierce Love: A Memoir of Family, Faith, and Purpose”. In this episode, Sonya shares her faith journey, how she lives “in the world but not of the world” and how she raised a family that prioritizes character over anything else.

Jul 26, 202228:28
014 - Jessica Hotz: The Least, The Last, The Lost
Jul 02, 202231:28
013 - Molly DeFrank: Digital Detox
Jun 28, 202235:08
012 - Shaunti Feldhahn: Find Peace in the Storm
Jun 21, 202236:32
011 - Kirsten Watson: Choosing Between Good and Better
Jun 14, 202233:04
010 - Lisa Anderson: Collectively Losing Our Minds

010 - Lisa Anderson: Collectively Losing Our Minds

We live in a challenging time right now. Civil discourse is anything but civil, and unity seems to be a word we now only dream about. Thankfully, Lisa Anderson from Focus on the Family is here to help us understand and learn how to have healthy discussions and relationships with people who hold different views than we do. There’s something for everyone to learn from Lisa Anderson on this episode of the Morning Conversation: The Podcast.

May 31, 202233:35
009 - Adam Holz (Plugged In): Be Realistic, Not Fatalistic

009 - Adam Holz (Plugged In): Be Realistic, Not Fatalistic

Plugged In, a media review and discernment ministry, has been helping families navigate the world of media for years! Today we get to talk with Adam Holz, who oversees Plugged In’s media reviews, and who has himself reviewed over 600 movies and hundreds of albums and songs! Adam is here to help us learn how to discern media today, how to talk to our kids about it and how to equip them for navigating it themselves after they leave home.

May 17, 202232:45
008 - Mike Weaver: We Don’t Grieve Like People Without Hope

008 - Mike Weaver: We Don’t Grieve Like People Without Hope

Mike Weaver, lead singer of Big Daddy Weave, shares from personal experience that even when all we can see is our struggles and grief, God is there, holding us together.

May 03, 202232:19
007 - Brant Hansen: The Men We Need

007 - Brant Hansen: The Men We Need

Brant Hansen, nationally syndicated radio host and author of his newest book, “The Men We Need: God’s Purpose for the Manly Man, the Avid Indoorsman and Any Man Willing to Show Up”. He also hosts a podcast with his friend Sherri, “The Brant and Sherri Oddcast” and he leverages his platform to advance the healing work of CURE, all while having honest, comedic and Kingdom-centered discussions around topics such as public policy, culture, sports, Asperger’s Syndrome and faith.

Apr 26, 202229:09
006 - Lilly Goodman: He is Working For Our Good
Apr 06, 202226:07