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The Wooden Cricket Podcast

Welcome to The Wooden Cricket the only podcast where a dude from Winnipeg reds the Bible, talks about Jesus, and occasionally sounds like he’s recording from a basement ! Hosted by Laurence Houde, a 90’s raised, Jesus loving, deep thinking, occasionally over caffeinated guy, this show is about one thing: what jumps out at you when you actually read the Bible. No seminary degree required. Just a heart that’s hungry, a mic that’s working (mostly), and a Bible that’s open. You can expect: Real talk

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EP127: Wise & Foolish Builders

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2025/11/07

Jesus ends the entire Sermon on the Mount with a call to build not casually admire. In this powerful finale episode we see contrast between houses built on rock and houses built on sand and why storms are guaranteed for every life.

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00:07:21

EP126: Fruit You Can See

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2025/11/06

Jesus teaches that what is inside will eventually show up on the outside real fruit comes from a real connection to Him. In this episode we look at how “you will know them by their fruit,” and how abiding in Jesus creates visible evidence in our tone, our mercy, our patience, and our daily walk. This message speaks to every listener the believer, the seeker, the church at large, and the one quietly struggling. Robot matters. Fruit doesn’t lie.

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EP125: The Narrow Gate

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2025/11/05

Jesus tells us in Matthew 7:13-14 that the way into life, real life is narrow, intentional, and chosen. Most people drift down the wide path because it’s easier and more comfortable… but Jesus points toward a different road. Today we explore what it means to actually choose the narrow gate the path of surrender, holiness, intentional discipleship, and Jesus centred living.

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EP124: Ask • Seek • Knock

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2025/11/04

Jesus tells us in Matthew 7:7-11 to keep coming to the Father not once, but continually. This episode explores what it means to ask again, seek again, and knock again, even when your heart feels quiet or disappointed. This is not begging. This is relationship. This is a child coming to a good Father. Let’s walk this out together with Jesus!

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EP123: Do Not Judge

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2025/11/03

Jesus tells us in Matthew 7 not to judge others.Not because sin isn’t real…but because our heart needs cleaning before we ever try to fix someone else’s.Today we talk about humility…about grace…about checking our own attitudes before pointing fingers…and about choosing prayer over criticism.Let’s live this out todayand look like Jesusin a world that desperately needs His mercy.

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00:05:41

EP122: Do Not Worry

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2025/11/02

Jesus teaches us not to worry about tomorrow. In today’s episode we read Matthew 6:25 to 34 word for word and reflect on the truth that our Heavenly Father already knows what we need. Anxiety pretends to be wisdom but Jesus gives us freedom and peace when we seek His Kingdom first.

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00:05:49

EP121: Treasure in Heaven

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2025/11/01

Today we continue our new series The Teachings of Jesus and we look at what real treasure truly is. Spoiler alert it is not the money culture pushes us to chase. Jesus teaches us to store our treasure in heaven.

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EP120: Prayer & The Lords Prayer

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2025/10/31

Prayer isn’t performance it’s presence.It’s not about fancy words, it’s about a faithful heart.In this episode, Laurence breaks down Matthew 6:5–15 the words of Jesus Himself to remind us that prayer isn’t about being seen by others, but being known by God.Discover how to deepen your prayer life, release the weight of unforgiveness, and rest in the peace that comes when we talk openly with our Heavenly Father.

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00:05:54

EP119: Giving With a Pure Heart

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2025/10/30

Jesus didn’t just teach about giving He embodied it.In this episode, we explore what it means to give with a heart that’s pure, not for attention, not for applause, but out of genuine love and gratitude.Giving isn’t just about money it’s about offering your time, your compassion, your presence, and your heart to those around you.Because when we give like Jesus, we reflect the love of the Father in a world that desperately needs it.

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00:07:24

EP118: Love Your Enemies

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2025/10/29

In today’s episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we look at one of the hardest teachings Jesus ever gave us: Love your enemies.What does that actually look like? Why did Jesus command it? And how does loving the difficult people in our lives point others to Him?We dig into Matthew 5:38-45 and Luke 6:27-36Share with someone who needs encouragement and let’s be a bright light in a dark place!

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EP117: The Law & The Heart

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2025/10/28

Today, Jesus takes us deeper past the rules we try to follow and straight into the condition of our hearts. The law shows us what’s wrong… but only Jesus can make us right. Join Laurence as we continue our “Teachings of Jesus” series and discover how Christ fulfills the law in us and transforms us from the inside out.

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EP116: Salt & Light (Teachings of Jesus part 2)

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2025/10/27

Jesus calls us “the salt of the earth” and “the light of the world.” But what does that actually mean for how we live today?How do we shine bright for Jesus when the world feels dark?Today we dive into Matthew 5: 13-16 and explore how our faith is meant to show not just be felt on the inside.Let’s embrace the mission to season the world with grace and shine hope into the places that need Jesus most.Stay salty. Shine bright. Jesus gets the glory.

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00:08:38

EP115: The Beatitudes & The Teachings of Jesus Part 1

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2025/10/26

Jesus begins His greatest sermon with words that turn the world upside down the Beatitudes. In this Sunday episode, we dive into Matthew 5 1-12, exploring what it truly means to be blessed, to mourn, to be humble, merciful, pure, and at peace. These aren’t just blessings they’re blueprints for a Kingdom life.

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EP114: Trust

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2025/10/25

In this powerful Saturday message, Laurence dives deep into what it means to truly trust God not halfway, not when life feels easy, but when everything feels uncertain. Through Scripture, reflection, and faith filled encouragement, we’re reminded that peace isn’t found in control it’s found in surrender.

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00:09:43

EP113: Judas Iscariot

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2025/10/24

In this powerful closing episode of the Apostles Series, we look at one of the most difficult stories in Scripture Judas Iscariot.He walked with Jesus… saw the miracles… heard the teachings… and yet, chose betrayal. But even in betrayal, the mercy of God still speaks.We’ll explore what led Judas down this path, what we can learn about temptation, regret, and redemption, and how the love of Jesus shines even in the darkest moments.Let this episode remind us: no matter how far you’ve fallen, Jesus

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EP112: James The Less

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2025/10/23

In this episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we shine a light on one of the quietest of the twelve James the Less. Sometimes it’s not the loudest voice that makes the biggest impact, but the steady faith that stays true in the shadows.We’ll explore what Scripture tells us about James the Less, his role among the disciples, and what his quiet strength teaches us about following Jesus with humility and conviction.This one’s all about faith when nobody’s watching, about living a life that glorifies

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EP111: Simon The Zealot

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2025/10/22

Simon the Zealot a man with a fire that once fought for the world, now burning for the Kingdom of God. In this episode, Laurence dives deep into Simon’s story of transformation from rebel to redeemed and challenges us to let our own zeal shine for Jesus.

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EP110: Thaddeus The Quiet Flame

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2025/10/21

In this episode, Laurence dives into the story of Thaddeus the quiet apostle with a heart that longed for Jesus to be revealed to the whole world. Through Scripture and reflection, we discover what true obedience looks like, how Jesus shows Himself through those who love Him, and how we can live that same mission today.Be encouraged to carry the light of Christ boldly and let your life reveal Jesus to others.

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EP109: Nathanael

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2025/10/20

In today’s episode of The Wooden Cricket Podcast, we step under the fig tree with Nathanael the disciple Jesus saw before anyone else did. When Nathanael asked, “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?”, he didn’t know he was moments away from encountering the Messiah. Today, we explore what it means to be fully seen, fully known, and still fully loved by Jesus. If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, honesty, or feeling unseen this one’s for you. Let’s dive deep.

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EP108: Phillip -Come and See

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2025/10/19

Philip wasn’t the loudest disciple.He didn’t preach to crowds.He didn’t perform miracles we know of.But he spoke three words that changed eternity:“Come and see.”Philip reminds us you don’t need all the answers to lead someone to Jesus.You just need the courage to invite.In this episode, we walk through: • His first encounter with Jesus • His doubts and honest questions • His role in the feeding of the 5,000 • His bold invitation to NathanaelFaith isn’t about knowing everything.It’s about leading

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