Rooted Deep

What does Allison do in the Dominican Republic for Thanksgiving? The great dressing vs stuffing debate and more fun times on today’s podcast as we celebrate Thanksgiving!

What happens when the misfits of society show up at your door step and want to hang out with you? In what may be one of the greatest demonstrations of leadership in Scripture, David turns a band of misfits into the mighty men of Israel. These men and their leader motivate us and encourage us to believe for more.

Moses is one of the most popular people in all the Bible and yet his life was filled with doubts and struggles. Today Reba and Allison zoom in on a moment where he was motivated to fulfill his calling despite the obstacles, the failures, and the fear. We can all empathize with Moses because at one time we have stood in a similar situation in our own lives. (Maybe without a bush that’s on fire).

Today the motivating moment is an incredible look at the end of Jesus’ earthly ministry. A group of dedicated followers gather to hear his final words. What could have been the end became the beginning of a new and world-changing movement. Do you have a situation in your life that looks like the end? Could it really be the beginning of a great new thing?

What motivates you to get up and get started? For some maybe it’s a song, a walk, a workout, or a reward. Today’s motivation moment flashes back to a familiar Sunday school story. You are going to love how Reba and Allison talk about how easy it is to let fear stop you from moving forward and what David taught them about moving forward.

We are excited to interview Lacy Tolar today on the podcast. Lacy and her husband Daniel founded Rescue 1, a prevention, rescue, and restoration ministry in the anti-trafficking world. For years they served as missionaries in Thailand and then God brought them back to the USA to continue the work and start Rescue 1 Global.

Reba and Allison are not just podcast hosts. They both founded and lead organizations that serve to end human trafficking. Today they talk about what is happening in the fight for women around the world.

Today Allison interviews Reba about how she prepares to write a book or a Bible study. Reba shares her process and gives a few tips on how to get started putting your thoughts down. Check out Reba’s brand new book End of the Rope and get your copy today on Amazon or the Dare for More website.

This is the final podcast in a series on conversations that Jesus had with individuals during his earthly ministry. Today Reba and Allison dive into a conversation between Jesus and Simon Peter. There are many conversations noted in Scripture between Peter and Jesus but maybe none as important as this one.

This is the third podcast in a series of four that dives into conversations Jesus had with people. Today Reba and Allison walk down the Emmaus Road with two followers of Jesus who are confused and discouraged. Things get so exciting when Jesus joins the conversation.

In this second podcast in our Jesus Conversations series, Reba and Allison tackle one of the most confusing conversations in all of Scripture. Jesus talks to a woman from Canaan and there is much to understand about His word choices and the interaction between them.

As you read through the Bible, you find Jesus having many conversations with people. They were intentional and very personal in so many ways. Today’s podcast unpacks one of these conversations with a woman at a well. Understanding the culture is vital to making sense of this conversation, so tune in to this amazing discussion and learn how Jesus steps over the culture to impact lives.

Today Reba and Allison talk about the positive outcomes of mission trips. They share funny highs and lows of traveling abroad and many tips for having a great trip.

Danny Spano is a former addict who knows what it means to struggle with a drug addiction. Today he is a pastor on the staff at LongHollow Baptist and a regional director for the Celebrate Recovery program. He joins us on the podcast today to talk about the importance of a Christian community in the recovery process and how enabling hurts those we are seeking to help.

Are you a reader? If so, what’s your favorite reads? Today Reba and Allison share some of their favorite books in many genres. You're going to love this book review and maybe you will find a few new reads.

Joy Reyes is the founder and Executive Director of New Hope Girls. New Hope is an organization that rescues girls from dark and dangerous places. They have been a CarePartner with Dare for More for many years now. Today Joy talks about the exciting new changes that are impacting their work and ministry as they remind girls they were created for more.

It’s that time of year when we are purchasing school supplies and getting our kids ready to go back to school. With all of the ups and downs of school for both teachers, parents, and students, we thought it would be great to interview a veteran teacher with over 20 years of experience. Margaret Ramsey spent most of this time in the elementary class room. Today she talks to us about getting your ki...

Some of the hardest commands in all of the Bible are in Philippians 4. They are easy to read and memorize but so difficult to live out. In the last of chapter of this study, Reba and Allison take a hard look at the most popular chapter in the whole book of Philippians and we will learn how to live it out. Today is the big giveaway for the study Bible so don’t miss your chance to win.

What does it look like to know Jesus? What would my life look like if I were able to leave the past behind me and press toward the future? These are the tough topics that Paul wrote about in Philippians 3 and today Reba and Allison dive in to the value of having an attitude that longs to be like Jesus. Don’t forget to share your insights and comments on social media by using #rooteddeepdfm. Every...

Today we are diving into Chapter 2 of Philippians. Reba and Allison really get into the heart of the chapter as Paul commands us to be of the same mind and love. He stresses unity among those who follow hard after Christ. But how is this possible? We live in a world that is so divided, even in house of God — so what can we do? Tune in to find out more. Don’t forget to share your insights and comme...

Welcome to the first week of our study in Philippians. So grab your Bible if you like and let’s see what Paul has to teach us from this letter he wrote from prison. You might be shocked to find out how how he views his situation. **If you would like to get the study notes for each podcast go to the Dare for More app on your phone and you will find them in the note section of the podcast. Don’t for...

If you struggle finding a great Bible study to kick off your summer months, then you don’t want to miss this podcast as Reba and Allison introduce a new study series. Now you get to study along with the girls each week while we work our way through Philippians.

Today we are joined by Dr. Amy Hodges Hamilton. Amy is a professor at Belmont University in the English Department. Amy's research and teaching interests center on trauma theory and the power that writing brings to the healing process.

This weekend we will celebrate all the dad’s who have impacted and influenced our lives. Allison and Reba talk about their dad’s and how their love and guidance shaped their lives. And then they step into the ultimate conversation about how God is the good Father.

In this episode, we discuss practical ways that we can be an encouragement to others. Reba and Allison also share the art of encouraging in silence.