Deeper Roots Podcast
We explore what it means to live a life rooted in Christ—beyond Sunday sermons.
Whether you’re planted in the church or still searching for your soil, Deeper Roots is your weekly reminder to stay grounded, ask better questions, and grow in the direction God is calling you.
Episodes
15 episodes
18+ The Sex Episode, Conspiracies and Taylor Swift
18+ MATURE CONVERSATION. In this episode, we get candid about a healthy, godly sex life and the dangers of selfish desires. This conversation may be uncomfortable for some, but why is that? Shouldn't we be comfortable talking about ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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56:43
"I'm 24 and I never want to have kids? Am I wrong"
Is it okay to use my experiences to determine my future? We tackle this question in this episode. And we share some fun complaints about being married. But the best part of this episode was our conversation walking in our purpose even when we d...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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55:51
Church marketing sucks, Pastors make too much money, and how church critics never get their hands dirty
How much money is to much money to make as a church leader? Or do we not really care? Join in on the coversation by texting the pod. • How much emotional support do men need• Whether Christians should make money from their gift...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:13:09
Bonus Episode: Forgot to stop recording again
The mic was still on after our episode last week and a powerful conversation came up. The last church worship night really impacted us. Listen as we share our takaways.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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22:38
Church Hurt, God's Ninja Warrior and Church Pet Peeves
"God didn't do it." Answering a listener's question about supporting someone who has been deeply traumatized by church leadership.• Separating the individual hurt from the church as an institution• Supporting someone with church hur...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:07:44
Is manifestation and prayer the same thing?
Our Hosts Chris, RJ, Pastor Jason, and Zay discuss what's better, wellness or religion. Is manifestation and prayer the same thing? Real-life experiences and testimonies demonstrate how humility and trust in God leads to true spiritual fulfillm...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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58:28
Cheating on the Jumbotron, Justin Bieber's Album, and Christ over Culture
Are we going to play Uno in Vegas? In this episode, the guys discuss how looking to cultural figures for Godly examples is a dangerous way to live a Christ-centered life. They also discuss the basketball top 100 player list, Justin Biebers new ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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55:55
Are Labubu's Demonic, how the Devil distracts, and just read your bible bro!
The crew delves into everything from creepy collectible toys to spiritual discernment in today’s culture. This conversation sparks a deeper reflection on spiritual sensitivity, Bible study, and what we allow into our homes.
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58:07
There was Another Fight!? Should Our Wives Be on the Pod, and Father’s Day
RJ tells us the story about his altercation and how that scary moment reminded him of the Psalms. The crew debates whether it’s time to let our wives join us on the pod. We reflect on Father’s Day and the ongoing struggle of maintaining the Bib...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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55:28
Isaiah Almost Fought Somebody?! Celebrity Christians, & Living Quietly
Isaiah opens up about a real-time challenge with forgiveness. The crew discusses Michael Tait’s confession, GloRilla’s gospel award win, and the complicated world of celebrity Christian culture. Then they dive deep into how to live a quiet life...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:06:52
He Named His Baby After The Matrix, and Why God IS Love
RJ reveals the name of his newborn—and yes, it’s inspired by The Matrix. Isaiah opens up about his marriage clip going viral. The crew also unpacks one of the most profound truths in Scripture: God is love. What does that actu...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:10:38
Bonus: You Never Saw That Movie!?
Surprise! We hit record after Episode 3 and kept the convo going. Spoiler: half the pod has never seen Jurassic Park, the other half hasn't made it through a single Mission: Impossible... and none of us are caught up on John Wick. Also WE ARE N...
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3:53
LeBron’s Trash & So Is Your Accountability
What do NBA draft conspiracies, defending the faith, and holding each other accountable have in common? This episode.In Ep. 3, we kick things off debating the Dallas Mavericks’ draft miracle and whether the NBA lottery was rigged. But it...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:01:23
What Makes Isaiah Cuss, Sinners Movie, and Sanctification
We get real about how faith shows up in our everyday decisions—from what we watch and listen to, to how we raise our kids and set personal boundaries.⏱️ Timestamps + Highlights00:00 – Cold Open Everyo...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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47:48
Welcome to the Deeper Roots Podcast: Episode 1
In this debut episode of the Deeper Roots podcast, we discuss our motivations for starting the podcast, our journeys, and the concept of 'deeper roots' in spiritual life and community. We also explore the power of unified effort and sacrifice t...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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50:59