Rooted Together

Confrontation, division, and moments of argumentation are inevitable in our lives. Whether within the church, our friend groups, or families, we all encounter conflicts. But how we handle these moments matters, especially when it comes to gospel proclamation. In this episode of “Rooted Together,” we explore how the early church faced real bouts with division and disagreement. We delve into Acts 15...

In this episode of “Rooted Together,” we explore the early church’s experiences with division and argumentation. From doubts about salvation to heated disagreements, the young church faced real challenges. Join us as we delve into Acts 15, where a serious argument emerges over cultural laws and salvation. The result? A clarifying letter that emphasizes salvation through God’s grace and the cross o...

In this episode of Rooted Together, we delve into the true meaning of success in life and ministry. Using Acts 14 as our guide, we explore how Paul and Barnabas faced and overcame hardships, and how they defined success not by worldly standards, but by faithfulness to God's calling. Join us as we learn to see success through the lens of God's Kingdom. rootedtogetherpodcast@gmail.com #NewTe...

In this episode of Rooted Together, we explore the importance of preparing for God's calling. Drawing from Acts 13, we discuss the example of the church in Antioch and how Paul and Barnabas were prepared for their mission. We’ll look at why it’s crucial to take time for spiritual, financial, and intellectual preparation and reflect on how we can apply these lessons in our own lives. rootedtoge...

Herod kills James and arrests Peter. We see the church respond in prayer. As they pray God releases Peter using an angel. I want you to notice the humor in the story of Peter and his escape. Let us also see the power of God to overcome all things. rootedtogetherpodcast@gmail.com #Acts #NewTestament #Bible #Gospel #God #Jesus

What if we don't like what God is doing? This is the question we must answer in this chapter. When we challenge the gospel movement we are trying to hinder God Himself. This is a fight we do not want and will not win. rootedtogether@gmail.com #NewTestament #God #Bible #BibleStudy #Acts #God #Jesus #Gospel

Many tend to misinterpret this chapter as a call to remove the purity laws on food. However, they are mistaken. This chapter is about much more than what we eat. It challenges the way we think about the people we talk to. Acts 10:15 serves as a guide to teach us that we must submit our expectations to God and His global mission. We may think someone is beyond the gospel, but here are the words of...

In this chapter we ask the question, how could Paul change so dramatically? I hope that you see the answer is that he met Jesus on the road. Meeting Jesus changes everything. How has meeting Jesus changed your life? Take some time today and reflect on that today. #Acts #NewTestament #gospel #Bible #biblereadingplan

Steven is killed, how will the church respond? Well, they scatter. It is how they scatter that is important. We see the church scatter everywhere, preaching the word as they go. How will you respond to hardship and sorrow? #gospel #Acts #Bible #Biblereadingplan #NewTestament

Steven delivers a weighty sermon to the Pharisees. Will it turn their hearts toward God? Sadly, we know the answer to that question. For us then, the question becomes will we be cut to the heart and repent or will we react in sin? #rootedtogether #Acts #NewTestament #gospel #Biblereadingplan

The young church faces its first real division. How will the young church respond? How will you respond to division? Journal through the Word with me: https://reading-the-word-together4.cms.webnode.page/ #newtestament #gospel #acts #division

There is a grave danger in spiritual hypocrisy. Such actions have deadly consequences in the lives of believers and of the life of the church. #Acts #NewTestament #Gospel #Jesus #God https://reading-the-word-together4.cms.webnode.page/

Faced with threats and arrest, Peter and John found themselves in trouble for the sake of the gospel. Throughout Acts, the gospel rarely provides safe harbors. More often hardships spring up as a result of living and sharing the gospel. What will your response be? #Acts #NewTestament #Gospel #God #Jesus Join us in reading through the New Testament here: https://reading-the-word-together4.cms.webno...

Physical healing is good and can cause astonishment, but the greater healing in this chapter and true astonishment comes from God forgiving our sins. Don't miss the forest for the trees. Throughout this chapter, I hope you take some time and sit in awe of the gospel and of Jesus.

Our chapter closes with these new believers praying, reading God's Word, and taking care of each other. The young church is growing in number and faithfulness. Does your church look like a Spirit-Empowered church?

What does it mean to be a witness for Jesus? What did this phrase mean for the early church? Join me as we dig into God's Word in Acts. #Readingthroughtheword #gospel #newtestament #God #Jesus #HolySpirit Read with me: https://reading-the-word-together4.webnode.page/

Now we look into the best part of the story. We get to look at what makes our hearts sing and lives change. We look into the very thing that took the scared, defeated disciples into a bold church ready to endure afflictions for the sake of Christ. Email me at rootedtogetherpodcast@gmail.com Read with me: https://reading-the-word-together4.webnode.page/

Here we look into the depth of love that our Savior has for us. The cross is endured out of love. So let us look on and reflect the depth of love displayed on the cross. #cross #Christianity #God #gospel #Jesus #Mark #Mark15 #New Testament

Today we get to look into the intimate prayer that Jesus prayed the night before, the cross. The moments leading up to His arrest and beatings. We get to see Jesus modeling what it looks like to yield to God's will. Are we yielding to God? Hey, thanks for listening! I would like to invite you to join our reading plan at: https://readingthroughtheword.wordpress.com/ Here there are daily reflect...

What comes to your mind when you think of the end times? For some there is a lot of past baggage they bring. But check your bags at the gate and let us look at what Jesus has to say. Also, I invite you to join our reading plan at: https://readingthroughtheword.wordpress.com/ Here there are guided reflections. meant to aid you in your meditation of God's Word. Join us today!

Jesus received three tests from groups who were trying to trip Him up. Let us look into this chapter and reflect on how Jesus' answers penetrate time, culture, and language and fall into our lives today. Send me an email at rootedtogetherpodcast@gmail.com Also, check out our reading plan website. A place where you can join me and others around the world in reading through the New Testament thi...

Jesus makes His triumphal entry into Jerusalem. There are Messianic vibes here. But Jesus, to the shock of the crowd does not come in riding a mighty steed, but a humble colt. The war was over before it began. Jesus has already won. rootedtogetherpodcast@gmail.com https://readingthroughtheword.wordpress.com/ #bible #gospel #God #Jesus #Mark #Mark 11

So here's the thing  - only two of these stories align with what Mark invites us to do: come to Jesus and follow Him. Just like children eagerly seek His presence and the beggar humbly asks for mercy before following Him, we should also approach Jesus in those ways. So how will you approach Jesus today? rootedtogetherpodcast@gmail.com https://readingthroughtheword.wordpress.com/ #bible #God #J...

Jesus' glory is fully revealed and unfiltered. His power over demonic forces is seen despite the failure and weak faith of His disciples. In contrast, we must follow Jesus with our full lives and total devotion, running from all sin and fully embracing Jesus as Lord!  #bible #Jesus #Christianity #God #gospel

Only Jesus can open our spiritual eyes and heal our spiritual blindness. And when He does, we will give everything to follow Him.   rootedtogetherpodcast@gmail.com https://readingthroughtheword.wordpress.com/ #bible #God #gospel #Mark #Mark 8