Rooted Deep

At some point in life, most people have taken a personality test. From the silly social media quizzes to the more researched-based Myers-Briggs, we are interested in knowing who we are at a deeper level. Today Allison and Reba chat about what we learn from personality tests and what our view should be about ourselves as we get a deeper understanding of ourselves and others.

Today we are joined by Tracey Levine of Healing Housing. Healing Housing is a nonprofit residential recovery community for women healing from alcohol and drug addiction. Opened in early 2017, Healing Housing’s two homes provide a safe, supportive environment where women who have completed drug treatment can continue to grow in their sobriety. The program offers life-changing opportunities for wome...

What happens when a coffee aficionado and a non-coffee drinker talk about coffee? Today you are going to find out as Reba and Allison discuss the beauty of coffee, from how you make it to who you purchase it from, coffee can be life-changing.

Reba and Allison continue their discussion from last week on dealing with anxiety. Today they step into how to control our anxieties and how to cope with them in the moment.

We all experience anxiety at some level. Today Reba and Allison discuss how the connections of our mental, physical, and emotional well-being impact our anxiety levels. Plus they give practical ways to understand ourselves better in the areas of stress and anxiety.

Rand Hummel has worked with young people for over 40 years. He is the Director of the Wilds of New England, a camp and conference center that hosts camps for young people and adults. He has authored over 30 books and is a speaker who is in demand. Today he joins us on the podcast to discuss the struggles that many people have with pornography and how parents, spouses, and others can help those the...

Pornography is a billion-dollar business that is entangled deep into the web of human trafficking. Many people do not realize that when they view porn they are supporting the exploitation of women and children. Today Reba and Allison dive into the topic of pornography and how the addictive nature of porn increases the demand for trafficking.

The great frontier of online dating has enabled strangers who would never cross paths to meet and eventually marry. However, online dating has also opened pandoras box to scams and scam artists. Today on the podcast we will talk about the world of online dating, how to spot a scammer, and the one decision that will keep you safe in the world of dating whether online or in person.

Kids want phones and every form of technology, but with this technology comes access to the wild west of the online world. How can we protect our children and still let them have technology such as phones, watches, and gaming platforms? Join Reba and Allison as they talk about the struggles of keeping our kids safe online.

Our hosts were born before the technology boom. They were teenagers without phones in their pockets and lived prior to the “selfie” era. Yet today they both use technology and social media extensively. Join them as they talk about how to balance the use of social media in our lives and how to avoid the traps of a world that is not real.

Today we talk about International Women's Day and discuss women who have influenced us spiritually.

Have you ever doubted your salvation? One of the biggest questions Reba and Allison have received through the years is from women wondering if they were truly saved. Today on the podcast, you are going to find that you can know you are saved and be confident in God’s finished work in your life.

Have you ever wondered if someone was really saved? Maybe their behavior or something in their attitude causes you to question their relationship with Jesus. John walks us through a simple and trustworthy test for determining who is of Christ and who is not.

Today we take a hard look at chapter three and discover what it looks like to be a child of God. John is specific in his description, and he gives us a checklist that should instill confidence and assurance in those who are God’s children. But this checklist should also sound warning alarms for those who are deceived about their relationship in the family of God.

Continuing our journey through 1 John, today’s podcast takes a look at chapter two. Reba and Allison discuss John’s passion for living a life without sin. John teaches us how to avoid sin in our lives and how to deal with the sinful struggles we face.

Reba and Allison start a new series in 1 John this week. John writes this book as a father and friend. He longs for his readers to experience the love of Christ in a way that is fulfilling. Join Reba and Allison this week as they step into chapter one.

The reason we are working to manage our finances is so we can give to people and to works we believe in. It allows us to be a part of something so much bigger than one person. So what should guide our giving? How can we avoid getting scammed?

So now that you have your debt under control what is next? What is your next step to being a great steward of your money? Gary Hale joins us again to discuss what it looks like to be rich unto God.

Gary Hale (Allison’s husband) joins us on the podcast today to talk about their journey as a couple with managing their debt and getting to financial freedom.

For the next few weeks, Reba and Allison are tackling the big topic of finances. It’s one of those areas that we all struggle with from time to time. Financial issues can become overwhelming — budgets, savings, and investment are tough areas to wade through. Today the girls dive into the topic of stewardship and determine what the Bible has to say to guide us.

It is the time of year where we make resolutions and reflect on changes we intend to make in the new year. Today Reba shares three simple steps as you shoot for change and growth and how to hit your goals.

Reba and Allison chat about Christmas traditions, cooking in the Dominican Republic, and the struggles tied up in the Christmas story.

The Middle East is one of the most difficult places to minister as ISIS, the refugee crisis, and so many more hardships make life complicated. Today we are joined by Irfan Abdullatif who is the director of Light of Life International. In this interview he will share his story and what God is doing in his life as he makes a difference in the Middle East.

Tony Liuzzo and his wife Jenn were busy with their lives raising their teenagers when their middle son Logan began to have a few health issues. Suddenly their lives were flipped upside down with a diagnosis of a rare cancer in their 18 year old son. One minute you are getting ready to go off to college and the next you are in ICU. Hear their story of trials and grace as they are fighting the battl...

Today’s podcast is very unusual. It’s a topic that Reba and Allison only talk about once a year, if ever. Listen and find out why they don’t discuss this topic often and why they are doing it now.