In today’s episode, we explore the powerful truths of 1 Peter Chapter 1. This letter reminds us that we are chosen, set apart, and born again into a living hope through. Horst Jesus. Peter doesn’t shy away from the reality of trials, but shows us that faith refine by fire brings praise, glory, and honour to God. This is a word for every believer walking through the wilderness with purpose. Let’s go deep together.

In Episode 6, we explore Proverbs 9 where two young women throw two very different dinner parties. One offers life and insight, the other leads straight to the grave. It’s poetic, deep, and surprisingly relatable. Pour your coffee, open your Bible, and let’s talk wisdom, foolishness, and the power of your RSVP.

In episode 5, we slow down in Colossians 1 one of the richest chapters in the New Testament.

Paul paint a clear, bold picture of who Jesus is: first in everything, holding all things together, the visible image of the invisible God.

It’s not just theology it’s personal. You’ve been rescued, redeemed, and reconciled. This one’s packed. We’ll read the whole chapter, pausing to reflect and talk about what it means to walk in his truth every day.

Whether you’re on your commute, mowing the lawn, or just needing some grounding hit play, and let’s talk Christ, creation, and calling.

In this episode we journey through Isaiah 43 a chapter full of comfort, fire walking faith, and divine forgiveness. I’ll read the entire chapter aloud with some pauses to chat, reflect, and remind you that God doesn’t just save, He chooses YOU, forgives YOU, and walks with YOU through the flames.

Spoiler I really love verses 10 and 25 so I’ll likely say something there, they are two heavy hitting lines that will stick with you all week. Whether you’re driving, cleaning, or just chilling in the backyard hit play, and let the Word meet you where you are.

We walk through all 21 verses of Romans 10, exploring how faith, confession, and belief open the door to salvation. A powerful chapter packed with truth, hope, and a reminder that God is closer than we think.

Jesus created the world… then showed up in it… and nobody recognized Him. Yikes. In this episode, I read through John Chapter 1, trip over my mic settings (grace please), and stop to unpack one of the most powerful truths in the Bible: God walked among us, and we almost missed it.

Also includes:

Breathing noise lol

Deep thoughts

A personal story

And some sort of coffee induced rambling

Whether you’re new to faith or just here because the name Wooden Cricket made you curious, you’re welcome here. Hit play let’s dig into John 1 together.

Episode 1: “So… I Guess I’m Starting a Podcast”

Welcome to The Wooden Cricket Podcast where the microphone is old-school, the vibes are honest, and the cricket… is wooden for some reason.

In this very first episode, your host Laurence shares how a regular guy from Winnipeg found himself recording a podcast on his iPhone while quoting the Bible and questioning everything (including his career, his sanity, and whether anyone’s even listening).

Backed by verses like Revelation 12:11 and Acts 1:8 (NLT), this episode is part testimony, part therapy session, and part “let’s see what happens.” Spoiler: God’s been up to something. And now it’s time to talk about it.

If you’ve ever felt like life was a mix of holy moments and awkward detours welcome. You’re in the right place.