Morning Conversation: MyBridge Radio

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 comparison, but in the unshakable character...

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 songs that speak directly to identi...

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 his path. His new book, Joy Bomb: U...

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 window of influence before their sons ...

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 reminder that God hasn’t forgotten you—and...

When Walter Hill first encountered Jesus as a teenager, it changed everything. He came from a broken home –– a father who wanted nothing to do with faith, a mother who passed away when he was just 15, and a season of deep anger and confusion. But thanks to the persistence of a friend, Walter found himself at a youth event where the Gospel reached past his hurt and brought him home to Jesus. That initial, transformative encounter sp...

Cade Thompson has been singing for as long as he can remember, but his journey into Christian music goes deeper than just a love for melody. Growing up in the church, Cade gave his life to Christ at a young age, surrounded by family and mentors who modeled what it meant to follow Jesus. In this episode, Cade reflects on those early days, the lessons he’s learned from seasoned artists, and the moments that solidified his calling to ...

When life feels overwhelming and hope feels out of reach, it can be tempting to hide our hurt — or even believe we’re failing if we can’t push through the pain. In today’s conversation, Linda Dillow invites us into a different way. Drawing from her new book, Hope for My Hurting Heart: Eight Heart Skills to Help You Cling to God and Not Give Up, Linda shares from her lifetime journey of heartache, loss, and deep trust in God. From f...

Jeremy Camp joins us for a heartfelt conversation about what God’s been teaching him lately—and how those lessons are showing up in both his music and his everyday life. From a youth camp encounter that shifted everything to walking through physical heart surgeries that sparked deeper spiritual reflection, Jeremy shares how surrender has been a theme throughout his journey. He opens up about trusting God with his heart—literally an...

Mike Donehey—lead voice of Tenth Avenue North—joins us to talk about life, music, and learning to listen for God’s voice in the middle of it all. He shares reflections on the band's 20-year journey, the decision to call it quits, and the unexpected nudge to return to the road with a new band and a new perspective. From his Nebraska roots to the deep relationships that have shaped him, Mike opens up about the interruptions that ...

Culture is doing its best to convince the world there is nothing special about Jesus. Sadly, too many Christians never get beyond a Sunday school understanding of their own faith. The result is that Christianity's most important historical fact –– the resurrection –– is often the most misunderstood.

In Body of Proof, acclaimed apologist and scholar Dr. Jeremiah Johnston sets out to show why Jesus' victory over death is central to a ...

Ellie Holcomb joins us for a heartfelt conversation about faith, family, and the beauty of new life in every season. She shares how growing up as the daughter of legendary producer Brown Bannister shaped her love for music, why she once swore she’d never marry a musician, and how she and her husband, Drew, navigate life on the road while staying grounded in community.

We dive into Spring Sings, Ellie’s new children’s book and compan...

MercyMe guitarist and founding member Mike Scheuchzer joins us for a fun and honest conversation ahead of the band’s spring tour. He talks about hitting the road with Zach Williams, the joy of having Bart’s son Sam out on tour—and even singing on one of their songs—and why they’re so excited to be back in Lincoln with the body of Christ.

Mike shares stories behind some of their new music, how a surprise text from Walker Hayes turned...

What if generosity wasn’t just an action we do, but a way we live—an overflow of trusting God with everything we have? In this episode, Bill and Dana Wichterman invite us into a different way of thinking about money—not as owners, but as stewards of all God has entrusted to us.

Drawing from their book Stewards Not Owners, the Wichtermans share how their journey of financial stewardship began, how it’s shaped their home, their habits...

Darren Mulligan of We Are Messengers shares what it’s looked like to truly experience the joy of the Lord—after years of walking with Jesus without really feeling it. He talks about how time in God’s Word and a desire to live like Jesus have brought joy he never found in success or comfort.

Darren also opens up about the heart behind his music, the challenges of touring, and his passion for reaching broken people with the hope of Ch...

What does it mean to be lit up with love in a world that’s growing colder by the day? Dr. Derwin Gray joins us to talk about his journey from a football-obsessed kid in Texas to an NFL player whose life was radically changed by the Gospel. But he didn’t stop at receiving the Good News—he became a messenger of it.

In this conversation, Dr. Gray shares why so many believers struggle to share their faith, how relational evangelism can ...

For more than three decades, Darlene Zschech has been a voice that has helped shape modern worship, but she never set out to be in the spotlight. In this conversation, Darlene shares how she wrestled with the responsibility of leading worship, learning to keep her heart focused on giving God glory rather than receiving it. She reflects on the early days of Hillsong, the unexpected journey of Shout to the Lord, and the unseen life o...

It’s easy for marriage to slip to the back burner in the midst of work, kids, and daily responsibilities—but that drift can lead to disconnection before couples even realize it. In this episode, Bob Paul, Vice President of the Focus on the Family Marriage Institute and co-founder of the Hope Restored program, shares how intentionality can make all the difference. From scheduling time together to handling conflict in a way that stre...

Grandparents hold a unique and powerful role in the spiritual lives of their grandchildren, yet many overlook their potential impact. In this episode, Larry Fowler, founder and CEO of Legacy Coalition, shares how Christian grandparents can embrace their God-given calling. 

Larry offers practical insights on building meaningful, faith-centered relationships with grandchildren, including strategies for long-distance grandparenting an...