Deeper Roots Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Can God use me if I feel unworthy? How do i know God is telling me to do _____. Chris, RJ, Pastor Jason and Zay dive into these questions Support the show

Send us Fan Mail 18+ MATURE CONVERSATION.  In this episode, we get candid about a healthy, godly sex life and the dangers of selfish desires. This conversation may be uncomfortable for some, but why is that? Shouldn't we be comfortable talking about sex & God? Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Is it okay to use my experiences to determine my future? We tackle this question in this episode. And we share some fun complaints about being married. But the best part of this episode was our conversation walking in our purpose even when we don't know what it specifically looks like.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail How much money is to much money to make as a church leader? Or do we not really care? Join in on the coversation by texting the pod.  • How much emotional support do men need • Whether Christians should make money from their gifts • The difference between having wealth and being controlled by wealth • How marketing expertise can effectively serve ministry purposes • The importance...

Send us Fan Mail The mic was still on after our episode last week and a powerful conversation came up. The last church worship night really impacted us. Listen as we share our takaways.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail "God didn't do it." Answering a listener's question about supporting someone who has been deeply traumatized by church leadership. • Separating the individual hurt from the church as an institution • Supporting someone with church hurt • Church leaders face unique challenges and burdens often unseen by most • Finding identity in Christ rather than ministry role...

Send us Fan Mail Our Hosts Chris, RJ, Pastor Jason, and Zay discuss what's better, wellness or religion. Is manifestation and prayer the same thing? Real-life experiences and testimonies demonstrate how humility and trust in God leads to true spiritual fulfillment and navigating life's challenges. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Are we going to play Uno in Vegas? In this episode, the guys discuss how looking to cultural figures for Godly examples is a dangerous way to live a Christ-centered life. They also discuss the basketball top 100 player list, Justin Biebers new album, and a reflection on Amos 7.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The crew delves into everything from creepy collectible toys to spiritual discernment in today’s culture. This conversation sparks a deeper reflection on spiritual sensitivity, Bible study, and what we allow into our homes. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail RJ tells us the story about his altercation and how that scary moment reminded him of the Psalms. The crew debates whether it’s time to let our wives join us on the pod. We reflect on Father’s Day and the ongoing struggle of maintaining the Biblical mandate of Fatherhood.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Isaiah opens up about a real-time challenge with forgiveness. The crew discusses Michael Tait’s confession, GloRilla’s gospel award win, and the complicated world of celebrity Christian culture. Then they dive deep into how to live a quiet life and how to kill your personal ambitions. Did Isaiah get into a fight, living a quiet life and are celebrity christians weird?! Support the...

Send us Fan Mail RJ reveals the name of his newborn—and yes, it’s inspired by The Matrix . Isaiah opens up about his marriage clip going viral. The crew also unpacks one of the most profound truths in Scripture: God is love . What does that actually mean for how we live, love, and grow spiritually? Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Surprise! We hit record after Episode 3 and kept the convo going. Spoiler: half the pod has never seen Jurassic Park, the other half hasn't made it through a single Mission: Impossible... and none of us are caught up on John Wick. Also WE ARE NOT BOYS! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail What do NBA draft conspiracies, defending the faith, and holding each other accountable have in common? This episode. In Ep. 3, we kick things off debating the Dallas Mavericks’ draft miracle and whether the NBA lottery was rigged. But it quickly turns toward the real stuff—like how equipped the average Christian is to defend their faith, and what it looks like to pursue accountab...

Send us Fan Mail We get real about how faith shows up in our everyday decisions—from what we watch and listen to, to how we raise our kids and set personal boundaries. ⏱️ Timestamps + Highlights 00:00 – Cold Open Everyone agrees: if we get canceled, it’s RJ’s fault. Anthony Edwards, Victor Wembanyama, and branding in the NBA. 04:00 – News New American Pope Chicago hot dogs and Catholic history Can...

Send us Fan Mail In this debut episode of the Deeper Roots podcast, we discuss our motivations for starting the podcast, our journeys, and the concept of 'deeper roots' in spiritual life and community. We also explore the power of unified effort and sacrifice through a playful debate on whether a hundred men could defeat one gorilla. 00:00 Introduction and Soda Talk 00:26 Welcome to the...