BE Rooted: Intentional Discipleship

In this episode, we explore the Great Commandment Jesus gave in Matthew 22:37–40: to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to love our neighbor as ourselves. These words are more than a simple call to kindness—they reveal the foundation of a life rooted in Christ. Nick Helps us explore the depth of what  means to love God completely, how that love transforms the way we see and serve oth...

Hi friends! Life moves in seasons — and they shape who we become. This episode, Nick breaks down what these seasons really mean and how to spot which one you're in right now. Because once you know your season, you stop stalling and start thriving.

Get ready to dive into the realm of Self.  What it means to know yourself and God. Nick will uncover how this understanding drives the commandment and our interactions with others.  So settle in and remember Stay Curious my Friends. 

Part 3 is finally here.  Get ready as your host Nick Koogler and Sam Tawney finish up their talk on Discipleship in Community.  Remember My friends stay curious.

Get ready for Part 2 of the interview of Sam Tawney as He and Nick explore the Relationships of faith that make up the discipleship journey.  Stay Curios my Friends!

oday in the BE Rooted Podcast, Nick talks with long-time friend and mentor Sam Tawney about how he came to own his faith.  We get a sneak peek behind the curtain of discipleship in action.  Enjoy Part One of a three-part series.  Stay curious, my friends!

In this episode of the BE Rooted Podcast , Nick explores the powerful and often misunderstood idea of authenticity —what it truly means to be real in your faith and everyday life. In a culture that often confuses authenticity with self-discovery, Nick challenges listeners to see it instead as honestly accepting where you are right now , without pretending. Through personal stories, biblical insigh...

In this episode of the Be Rooted Podcast , Nick shifts the focus below the surface and introduces what he calls the primary root system of our lives . While most people focus on what can be seen — success, growth, impact — Nick challenges us to look deeper. Because what ultimately determines whether we stand or fall in the storms of life isn’t what’s above the surface… it’s what’s rooted beneath i...

In this session of the Be Rooted Podcast , Nick shifts the focus from what’s happening within us to what’s happening around us — what he calls the secondary root system . If the primary roots define who you are… the secondary roots are the people, relationships, and environments that influence how you grow. Because no matter how strong your foundation is, the connections in your life have the powe...

In this episode of the Be Rooted Podcast, Nick continues exploring intentional discipleship by focusing on what it means to be rooted in the present moment. Using the image of an oak tree, he explains how our lives include both what is visible above the surface—our circumstances, past experiences, and future hopes—and what grows unseen beneath it. While the past can refine us and the future can in...

In the first episode of the Be Rooted Podcast, Nick introduces the heart and purpose behind the show and lays the foundation for the journey ahead. He explains that the podcast will focus on intentional discipleship, helping listeners grow deeper in their faith through thoughtful teaching, practical application, and personal reflection. The episode begins by exploring why clear definitions matter...