Rooted Deep

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.

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.