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Rooted Deep

by Reba Bowman and Allison Hale

When Following Jesus Costs You: Fear, Faith, and Following Jesus

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 will help you see that fear doesn’t disqualify your faith—but it does invite you to trust Him more.

When Following Jesus Costs You: Losing Your Life to Find It

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 path to real life. If you’ve ever struggled to let go, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to trust God more deeply.

When Following Jesus Costs You: Immediate Obedience in a Hesitant Culture

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 require leaving something behind—but it’s in that surrender that real faith begins.

The Slow Work of God: What to Do While You Wait

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 season where nothing feels clear or settled, this conversation will help you reframe the waiting and recognize that God is still at work—even here. #dareformore #mercyworkshop #christianpodcast #waitingonGod #trustinggod #faithinwaiting #spiritualgrowth #christianwomen #biblicaltruth #faithjourney #godsplan #christianliving

The Slow Work of God: Faithfulness Without Results

We naturally look for progress as proof that something is working. But what happens when you’re doing the right things—praying, trusting, showing up—and nothing seems to be changing? In this episode, we continue The Slow Work of God series by exploring what it means to remain faithful when there are no visible results. We talk about the hidden seasons of Scripture, the tension of obedience without outcome, and how God defines success very differently than we do. If you’ve ever felt discouraged because your faithfulness doesn’t seem to be “working,” this conversation will remind you that nothing done in obedience is ever wasted. #dareformore #mercyworkshop #christianpodcast #faithfulness #trustinggod #waitingseason #spiritualgrowth #christianwomen #biblicaltruth #obedience #faithjourney #godsfaithfulness

The Slow Work of God: God Is Never Late

We live in a world that moves fast—answers, progress, and results all at our fingertips. So when God feels slow, it can leave us wondering if He’s late… or worse, if He’s absent. In this episode, we begin a new series, The Slow Work of God, by exploring the tension of waiting and the truth that God is never behind in our story. What feels like delay is often God’s intentional work beneath the surface—forming, preparing, and aligning things in ways we cannot yet see. If you’ve ever questioned God’s timing or wrestled with waiting longer than you expected, this conversation will help you reframe the wait and trust His faithfulness in a deeper way. #dareformore #mercyworkshop #christianpodcast #trustinggod #waitingonGod #faithjourney #godsplan #spiritualgrowth #christianwomen #biblicaltruth #faithinwaiting #godsfaithfulness

God in the Mess -- When the Consequences Hit Home

Forgiveness is real — but consequences are too. In this final session, we look at the painful ripple effects in David’s family and what it means to lead through grief, regret, and brokenness. God’s presence doesn’t disappear in sorrow. He remains steady in the mess. #GodInTheMess #Consequences #FamilyLeadership #RedemptionStory #FaithThroughPain #HopeInHardSeasons #dareformore #mercyworkshop

God in the Mess -- Confronted and Restored

The turning point of David’s story wasn’t his sin — it was his response to correction. In this episode, we explore the power of repentance, the courage of confrontation, and the mercy of God that restores without excusing. Grace meets truth here. #GodInTheMess #Psalm51 #Restoration #Repentance #GraceAndTruth #SpiritualHealing #dareformore #mercyworkshop

When Life Falls Apart -- Finding the Next Right Step

When life unravels, most people find themselves asking the same question: “Where do I even start?” In this episode, we step into the reality of crisis—the confusion, the emotional weight, and the overwhelming sense that everything is spinning out of control. But more importantly, we talk about what actually helps. Not a full plan. Not instant answers. But the courage to take one right step. Drawing from real stories and years of walking with people through their hardest seasons, this conversation will help you understand why crisis freezes us, how fear keeps us stuck, and how healing truly begins. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what to do next, this episode is for you. You don’t have to figure everything out today. You just need to take the next right step. #dareformore #mercyworkshop #hopeinthechaos #faithoverfear #nextstep

God in the Mess -- The Fall

David’s greatest failure didn’t happen in a cave — it happened on a rooftop. This episode takes an honest look at temptation, hidden compromise, and the danger of spiritual drift. Calling does not cancel vulnerability. If you’ve ever wrestled with secrecy or shame, this conversation speaks directly to the heart. #GodInTheMess #Accountability #SpiritualDrift #IntegrityMatters #Repentance #LeadershipLessons #dareformore #mercyworkshop

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