We're Micah and Shireen Eldridge, Pastors at Lifegate Church in Omaha, Nebraska. Over the years, we've found our best conversations happen on walks together and this is what inspired our "When We Walk" Podcast. Join us as we sit on a couch and talk about the things we have celebrated, grieved, wrestled with and laughed about on our walks together. Our hope is to encourage you in your own walk with Jesus and help you go even further.
What if instead of maximizing summer, we used it to slow down—intentionally?
In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen unpack something we all feel but rarely admit: summer break doesn’t always mean rest. Between family vacations, full calendars, and pressure to “make the most of the season,” our time off often ends up just as hectic as our regular routines.
They explore why our culture is addicted to filling every moment and how this mindset keeps us from experiencing the deeper rest God designed for us. They also talk about the spiritual importance of rest. It’s not just about taking a break or turning off your phone. It’s about actually slowing down enough to enjoy time with God, find things that bring you joy, and let your soul breathe a little. Creating space to reconnect with what really matters and letting that slower pace help reset your heart and mind.
As you listen to this episode, reflect on the following questions:
How can you build a sustainable rhythm of sabbath, even at home? What expectations are keeping you from true refreshment? What small changes could you make to turn your home into a place of peace?
9 Jun 2025
Gen Z and the Anxious Awakening | Episode 67
Is Gen Z really walking away from faith or could something deeper be happening under the surface?
In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen talk about the surprising signs of spiritual hunger they’re seeing in young adults today. For a while now, it’s felt like church was fading and culture was shifting fast, especially as we’ve watched places like the UK and Europe become more and more secular. But now, something’s changing.
They unpack how a generation that’s grown up with anxiety, pressure, and a constant push for achievement is starting to ask bigger questions about meaning, peace, and where God fits into it all. Many are realizing that success and self-help aren’t enough. And in that discontent, God might be waking people up. You’ll hear honest thoughts on how the Church can show up differently in this moment, what we can learn from Europe’s spiritual journey, and why revival might not look how we expected but could be just as powerful.
As you listen to this episode, reflect on the following questions:
Are we making space for Gen Z to explore faith honestly? What would it look like to meet them in their questions, not just their behavior? And how can we be part of what God’s already doing quietly but powerfully in this generation?
3 Jun 2025
Jesus, Sports & Social Pressure | Episode 67
What does it look like to raise kids who love Jesus in a world obsessed with performance?
In this episode, Pastors Micah and Shireen unpack the pressure young athletes and their families face in today’s culture—where sports dreams start young, social media amplifies comparison, and scholarships can shape childhoods. They explore what Jesus has to say about competition, identity, and how families can navigate this space with wisdom and purpose.
You’ll hear honest reflections on compassion, boundaries, and the hidden cost of saying “yes” to everything. How do we pursue excellence without making it an idol? What does it mean to steward your child’s gifts without losing sight of the Gospel? And how do we model that our faith isn’t optional—even when church sometimes feels like it is?
This conversation encourages parents to consider their family values early, trust God's path for their kids over culture’s expectations, and remember that faithfulness, not fame, is the ultimate goal.
As you listen to this episode, reflect on the following questions:
Are we building a family culture around Jesus or achievement? Do our schedules reflect our spiritual priorities? How can we show our kids that their worth isn’t in being the best, but in being His?
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