Rooted Deep

What if gratitude isn't only about naming what we're thankful for? What if sometimes gratitude means refusing to forget? In this episode of Rooted Deep, we're beginning a conversation about gratitude by going back to Joshua 3–4 and the twelve stones Israel carried from the Jordan River. God had done something miraculous for His people—and then He made sure they created a way to remember it. Why? B...

It's time to catch up! In this episode of Rooted Deep, Allison and I are sitting down for a ministry update and taking you behind the scenes of what's happening in our lives and ministries right now. We're sharing some of what God has been doing, what we've been learning along the way, and what we're looking forward to in the days ahead. Ministry rarely unfolds exactly the way we expect, but again...

What happens when a home kitchen becomes a place of ministry? Megan Creasy began sharing on social media through her home-based microbakery, posting videos of sourdough bread, cookies, and cinnamon rolls. But as she baked, she also began sharing something much deeper—her worship, her joy, and pieces of her own story of healing. What started in her kitchen grew into a following of several hundred t...

What happens when a home kitchen becomes a place of ministry? Megan Creasy began sharing on social media through her home-based microbakery, posting videos of sourdough bread, cookies, and cinnamon rolls. But as she baked, she also began sharing something much deeper—her worship, her joy, and pieces of her own story of healing. What started in her kitchen grew into a following of several hundred t...

What is our pursuit of perfection actually costing us? In Part 2, we go deeper into how striving for the perfect life can steal our ability to be present in the life God has already given us. We explore why perfectionism is often connected to our desire for control, how it leaves little room for weakness or grace, and the radically different invitation Jesus gives to those who are weary and burden...

When did wanting a good life turn into needing to have a perfect one? In Part 1 of this conversation, we look at the pressure women feel to get every part of life just right—from our homes and families to our bodies, careers, relationships, and even our walk with God. We talk about how good desires can quietly become impossible standards, why comparison keeps moving the finish line, and how our pu...

We all know we should spend time in God's Word—but why is it often one of the hardest spiritual habits to build? In this episode, we have an honest conversation about the blessing found in Psalm 1 and what it truly means to delight in God's Word. We explore the obstacles that keep us from opening our Bibles, why Scripture is meant to shape our hearts rather than simply increase our knowledge, and...

What if God's greatest gift has never been the miracles He performs or the blessings He gives—but His presence? In this episode of Faith in the In-Between, we discover the true climax of the book of Exodus as Moses longs for God's presence above everything else. Together, we'll explore God's breathtaking revelation of His character, why His presence mattered more than the Promised Land, and how th...

Have you ever felt like your prayers were going unanswered or wondered why God seemed quiet in the middle of your waiting? In this episode of Faith in the In-Between, we explore one of the most sobering moments in the book of Exodus as the Israelites grow impatient while Moses meets with God on Mount Sinai. Their story reminds us that waiting has a way of revealing what we truly trust. Together, w...

What if the wilderness isn't a place to escape—but a place where God does His deepest work? In this episode of Faith in the In-Between, we discover that God's greatest miracles didn't end at the Red Sea. As the Israelites journey through the wilderness, God faithfully provides water, manna, and daily guidance while teaching them to trust Him one day at a time. Together, we'll explore why God often...

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you knew God had led you there, but you couldn't see a way forward? In this episode of Faith in the In-Between, we walk through one of the most powerful moments in the book of Exodus—the crossing of the Red Sea. Standing between Pharaoh's army and an impossible obstacle, the Israelites discovered that what looked like a dead end was actually the pl...

Have you ever wondered why God doesn't always answer your prayers as quickly as you'd hoped? Why He allows the battle to continue when He has the power to change everything in an instant? In this episode of Faith in the In-Between, we continue our journey through the book of Exodus and discover that God's delays are never without purpose. As He confronts Pharaoh through the plagues, institutes the...

Have you ever taken a step of faith only to find life becoming more difficult instead of easier? You're not alone. In this episode, we continue our journey through Exodus and discover that obedience doesn't always bring immediate relief. As Moses confronts Pharaoh and the Israelites face even greater hardship, we're reminded that resistance is not proof that God has abandoned us—it may be evidence...

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, "I never imagined it would turn out this way?" Maybe you carry regret over past decisions, wonder if you've missed God's best, or feel like your story has stalled. In this opening episode of our new series, Faith in the In-Between, we begin walking through the book of Exodus and discover that God often begins His greatest work long after we think our...

Growing up, we all had ideas about what adulthood would be like. We imagined having everything figured out, feeling confident in our decisions, and somehow magically knowing what we were doing. Then real life happened. In this fun and honest conversation, we look back at the expectations we carried into adulthood, the surprises we never saw coming, and the lessons we've learned along the way. From...

What if the peace we’ve been chasing isn’t found in controlling our circumstances, but in allowing God to strengthen our souls? In this bonus episode that closes out The Tired Soul series, we explore the difference between building a carefully managed life and developing the spiritual and emotional capacity to faithfully navigate whatever life brings. So often we mistake control for peace, isolati...

We live in a world that constantly pushes us to move faster, do more, and stay productive—but our souls were never created to live at that pace. In this final episode of The Tired Soul series, we talk about hurry, striving, rest, and sustainable faithfulness. Looking at the rhythms of Jesus and the invitation to abide in God rather than constantly perform, we explore why slowing down is not weakne...

Many of us are exhausted because we feel responsible for everyone and everything. In this episode, we explore how overextending ourselves can quietly damage our relationships, emotional health, and spiritual life. Looking at the example of Jesus and the wisdom given to Moses, we talk about healthy boundaries, emotional exhaustion, and the difference between sacrificial love and self-neglect. If yo...

What happens when we spend years pushing down emotions instead of honestly processing them with God? In this episode, we talk about the danger of emotional suppression and how ignored pain often leads to exhaustion, numbness, anxiety, and burnout. Walking through the stories of Elijah and the emotional honesty found throughout Scripture, we explore why spiritual maturity is not the absence of emot...

Many people are showing up for everyone else while quietly running on empty themselves. In this episode, we begin a new series called The Tired Soul by exploring the connection between our inner life and our outward faithfulness. We talk about emotional exhaustion, hidden depletion, and why God cares more about the condition of our soul than our ability to keep producing. Looking at the lives of M...

We often want a version of faith that leads to comfort, clarity, and visible victory—but the life of Jesus tells a different story. In this final episode, we look at how the cross is not just what saves us, but what defines how we follow Him. Walking through the closing chapters of the Gospel of Mark, we explore what it means to stay faithful when following Jesus becomes difficult, costly, and unc...

Fear shows up—even when you’re following Jesus. In the Gospel of Mark, the disciples walk closely with Him, yet still wrestle with doubt, uncertainty, and fear. In this episode, we talk honestly about what it looks like to trust God in the middle of fear—not when everything feels secure, but when it doesn’t. If you’ve ever felt afraid, overwhelmed, or unsure of what God is doing, this conversation...

It’s possible to believe in Jesus and still hold tightly to control. In this episode, we explore one of the hardest truths of discipleship—following Jesus isn’t about adding Him to your life, it’s about surrendering it. Walking through key moments in the Gospel of Mark, we look at what it means to deny ourselves, release what we’re holding onto, and trust that what feels like loss is actually the...

We live in a culture that tells us to wait until we feel ready—more clarity, more confidence, more control. But in the Gospel of Mark, when Jesus calls people to follow Him, they respond immediately. No delay. No conditions. In this episode, we begin a new series by exploring what keeps us hesitating and what it really looks like to respond in obedience when Jesus calls. Following Him will always...

Waiting can feel like being stuck—like life is on hold while everything else moves forward. But what if waiting isn’t wasted time? In this episode, we talk about how to live faithfully in the middle of the unknown. Instead of rushing ahead or checking out, we explore what it looks like to stay present, trust God without a timeline, and be faithful with what’s right in front of you. If you’re in a...