Deeply Rooted Podcast

Join us for a fun and insightful interview with pastor Mike Abendroth of Bethlehem Bible Church. Pastor Mike will be joining us for the 2026 Deeply Rooted Conference along with his brother Pat and son, Luke. Not only do we get to discuss his family and their respective ministries, but we dive into Law/Gospel distinctions, learning to suffer well through cancer, and the interesting parts of visiting East Tennessee! All that and more in this wonderful conversation.

In this episode we sit down with Travis Ingle, pastor of North Bristol Baptist Church, to discuss life, ministry, and his role in the SBCV. Travis provides us with a wealth of insight and a humble passion for shepherding God’s people that we’re sure you’ll glean from.

In this episode of the Deeply Rooted Podcast, we explore 1 Peter 5:1–4 and discover what faithful pastoral ministry really looks like. Rather than measuring ourselves against other ministries, we’re called to faithfully shepherd the people God has entrusted to our care. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, or someone who desires to serve Christ faithfully, this episode will encourage you to stay focused on your God-given assignment and serve with joy, humility, and hope.

How has media shaped the American church over the past 250 years? From newspapers and radio to television, social media, and artificial intelligence, Pastor Jeremiah Riner and Pastor Aaron Edens explore the blessings, challenges, and lasting impact of technology on Christianity in America.

Join us as we reflect on the past, evaluate the present, and consider how the church can faithfully navigate the future.

America has produced some of the most influential religious movements in modern history.

But what happens when charismatic leaders claim new revelation, unique authority, or exclusive access to God's truth?

From Psalms in colonial meeting houses to modern worship arenas, this episode explores the powerful, complicated, and deeply influential history of Christian music in America. Journey through the Great Awakenings, African American spirituals, Southern Gospel, the Jesus Movement, Contemporary Christian Music, and modern worship culture as we trace how faith has shaped the sound of a nation for over 400 years.

How did worship become an industry? Where is the line between ministry and performance? And what truly makes music “Christian”?

This is the story of revival, division, theology, culture, and the songs that shaped generations of believers across America.

Is what we do in church truly biblical… or has it been shaped more by American culture than we realize?

In this episode, we speak with Pastor Kelly Fleming to unpack the fascinating origins of practices like Sunday School, altar calls, and other staples of modern evangelical life. Along the way, we wrestle with a deeper question: how do we faithfully discern between timeless truth and cultural tradition?

This one will challenge you—in the best way.

What if revival wasn’t just a story from the past?

From crowded colonial fields to frontier camp meetings and citywide prayer movements, America has witnessed moments when entire communities were suddenly awakened to God.

In this episode, we explore the true stories behind America’s greatest revivals—and the surprising lessons they reveal about how real spiritual awakenings begin or are counterfeited.

Did Christianity help shape the U.S. Constitution?

In this episode, we explore the historical and theological influences behind America’s founding document. Looking at the beliefs of the Founders, the moral framework of the era, and key constitutional principles, we examine how Christian thought helped shape the foundations of American government—and where modern assumptions get it wrong.

In this episode, to kick off a new season, Jeremiah Riner is joined by Pastor Travis Hilton for a thoughtful conversation on the influence of Christianity on the Founding Fathers and early American patriots.

They explore how biblical ideas shaped the founding of the nation, while also engaging critically with the good, the bad, and the ugly of Ken Burns’ recent documentary, The American Revolution and why these perspectives matter today.