Rooted

Ever tried bargaining with God — like, “I’ll follow You, but only on my terms”? In Exodus 8, Pharaoh does exactly that, refusing to listen even when God’s power is undeniable. Frogs, gnats, flies — each plague showed that God was greater than Egypt’s idols, yet Pharaoh’s heart stayed hard. In this episode, we’ll see how Pharaoh’s stubbornness warns us about resisting God, and why surrendering to H...

In this episode, we dive into Exodus 7 and the dramatic showdown between Moses, Pharaoh, and the magicians of Egypt. But this isn’t about magic tricks—it’s about who really holds authority in the world. What does it mean that Aaron’s serpent swallowed the others? And what does that teach us about the “serpents” in our own lives? Join us as we discover how God’s power doesn’t just compete with fals...

Ever feel so overwhelmed that even good news just bounces off you? In this episode of  Rooted , we look at Exodus 6, where God’s people were too crushed by slavery to believe the hope God was offering. We’ll talk about how God hears, remembers, and acts—even when we can’t see it—and why His promises are stronger than our feelings.

What gives ordinary people the courage to stand up to impossible odds? In Exodus 5, a runaway shepherd named Moses walks straight into Pharaoh’s palace—the most powerful throne room on earth—with nothing but a message from God. Pharaoh laughs, the people suffer, and everything looks like it’s falling apart. Yet one encounter with God changes everything for Moses and gives him the strength to stand...

Ever felt like God was calling you to something way beyond your comfort zone, and all you had were excuses? In this episode, we dive into Exodus 4, where Moses argues with God, tries to back out of his calling, and even faces a shocking confrontation on the road to Egypt. What we’ll see is that God’s call doesn’t depend on our abilities—it demands our obedience, even in the hidden places of our li...

Ever felt like your failures or dry seasons disqualify you from being used by God? In this episode of Rooted , we look at Moses’s encounter with God at the burning bush—a moment when a washed-up shepherd became the instrument of God’s rescue plan. Discover how God shows up in the desert places, why our excuses don’t cancel His calling, and how His presence is always greater than our weakness.

At the beginning of Exodus, God’s people face slavery, fear, and even the threat of genocide. Out of this darkness, God preserves the life of a baby named Moses—a rescue story that foreshadows the ultimate Deliverer, Jesus Christ. In this episode, we explore how God’s faithfulness shines through impossible odds and what it means for the “rivers of danger” we face in our own lives today.

What if the hardest season of your life is actually God’s setup for something greater? In this episode of  Rooted , we trace the story from Genesis 25 to Exodus 1—how God grew His people through struggle, how Joseph’s faithfulness shaped a nation, and how oppression couldn’t stop God’s promise. The same God who was faithful in Egypt and Rome is faithful in your life today.

In this episode of  Rooted , we dive into Genesis 25—the end of Abraham’s story and the beginning of Esau and Jacob’s. What can a bowl of stew teach us about impulse decisions, God’s sovereignty, and the weight of our choices? Join us as we explore how short-term cravings can cost long-term blessings—and how God’s faithfulness still shines through our failures.

In Genesis 24, a simple story about finding a bride unfolds into a stunning preview of the gospel. Abraham sends his servant on a mission to search for a wife for Isaac, but behind the details is a picture of God’s eternal plan: the Father seeking a bride for His Son through the work of the Holy Spirit. In this episode of  Rooted , we’ll explore how Rebekah’s choice mirrors our own call to leave b...

What do you do when grief collides with faith? In this episode of  Rooted , we step into Abraham’s story as he buries Sarah in the land God promised but had not yet delivered. Instead of retreating in sorrow, Abraham makes a costly decision that declares his trust in God’s word—even when the promise seems far off. Join us as we unpack how one small burial plot became a monument of faith, and how o...

In this episode of  Rooted , Drew Tankersley takes us to Mount Moriah, where Abraham faced the ultimate test of faith. What does this shocking story of sacrifice reveal about God’s plan to provide for us in Jesus? Join us as we uncover how this ancient story points directly to the cross — and what it means for the things we hold onto most tightly.

Ever feel like God is taking  forever  to come through? In this episode, we explore the story of Abraham and Sarah in Genesis 21—how God fulfilled His promise in the most impossible timing, and how their mistakes didn’t cancel His plan. If you’ve ever wrestled with waiting, doubted God’s timing, or felt disqualified by your past, this episode will remind you: God's promises still stand, His ti...

Ever found yourself falling into the same mistake again, even after God has shown you a better way? In this episode of  Rooted , Drew Tankersley walks through Genesis 20, where Abraham—known as the man of faith—lets fear take control and repeats an old lie. But instead of canceling God’s promises, the story highlights the surprising grace that meets us in our failures. Join us as we explore how Go...

In this episode of  Rooted , Drew Tankersley unpacks the dramatic escape of Lot from Sodom in Genesis 19. It’s a story of judgment, compromise, and grace that warns us about the danger of looking back. What happens when we get too comfortable with sin, and what does it take to truly move forward with God?

In this episode of  Rooted , we step into Genesis 18, where three mysterious visitors show up at Abraham’s tent with a message that sounds impossible: Sarah will have a son. What begins as a simple act of hospitality turns into a divine encounter that tests faith, exposes doubt, and highlights God’s power to do the unthinkable. Through laughter, disbelief, and ultimately fulfillment, we’re reminde...

At ninety-nine years old, Abraham seemed too weak and too late in life to be useful—but that’s when God revealed Himself as  El Shaddai , the all-sufficient One. In this episode of  Rooted , we explore Genesis 17 to see how God’s strength shines through human weakness, why covenant identity matters, and how we are called to live set-apart lives through Christ.

Ever been tempted to “help God out” because His timing feels too slow? In this episode of  Rooted , we dive into Genesis 16—the story of Abraham, Sarai, and Hagar—to see what happens when impatience takes the wheel. It’s a reminder that trying to force God’s promises always leads to trouble, but even in the wilderness, we can trust the God who hears and the God who sees.

Waiting on God can feel frustrating, especially when His promises don’t seem to line up with our timeline. In Genesis 15, Abraham wrestles with doubt, questions God’s timing, and ends up witnessing one of the most powerful displays of God’s faithfulness. From counting the stars to a covenant sealed by fire, this episode of Rooted reminds us that God’s promises don’t rest on our shaky faith but on...

In this episode of  Rooted , we dive into the Bible’s first recorded war in Genesis 14. Abraham steps into an impossible battle, wins against all odds, and then faces two kings with two very different offers. One points him toward God’s blessing; the other tempts him with empty rewards. What Abraham chooses matters—not just for him, but for us. Join us as we unpack how this underdog story points u...

In Genesis 13, Abraham and Lot face a choice that reveals where their trust is rooted. Abraham lets Lot take the first pick of the land, showing a quiet confidence in God’s promises. Lot chooses what looks best in the moment, but it comes with hidden costs. In this episode of  Rooted , we explore what it means to release control, trust God’s plan, and find peace in His provision when we face tough...

In this episode of Rooted , Drew Tankersley walks us through Genesis 12, where God makes impossible promises to an ordinary man named Abraham. What starts as a story of faith and failure ultimately points us to Jesus—the true Son of promise who came to fix what sin had broken. If God could use Abraham, with all his flaws, He can use us too.

On this episode of  Rooted , host Drew Tankersley unpacks the story of the Tower of Babel in Genesis 11—the ultimate group project gone wrong. What looked like teamwork was really pride, rebellion, and a desire to make a name for themselves. Drew shows how this ancient story still speaks to us today, challenging us to trade our own “towers” for God’s mission and reminding us that true unity only c...

Ever skimmed past a genealogy in the Bible and thought,  “Why is this even here?”  In this episode, Drew takes us into Genesis 10, the “table of nations.” What looks like a long, boring list of names is actually a map of real history—showing us where nations came from, how connected humanity really is, and why the rise and fall of empires still matters today. Along the way, we’ll see how God’s Wor...

Ever feel like one small mistake turned into a bigger mess than you ever imagined? In this episode of  Rooted , host Drew Tankersley walks through Genesis 9, a chapter that shows how one decision can ripple out for generations. From God’s reminder of the value of every human life, to Noah’s failure and its long-term consequences, this story doesn’t sugarcoat the reality of sin. But it also points...