Rooted Deep

Rand Hummel has worked with young people for over 40 years. He is the Director of the Wilds of New England, a camp and conference center that hosts camps for young people and adults. He has authored over 30 books and is a speaker who is in demand. Today he joins us on the podcast to discuss the struggles that many people have with pornography and how parents, spouses, and others can help those they love to find victory from this addiction. For more information on his books and ministry go to www.randhummel.com.

Pornography is a billion-dollar business that is entangled deep into the web of human trafficking. Many people do not realize that when they view porn they are supporting the exploitation of women and children. Today Reba and Allison dive into the topic of pornography and how the addictive nature of porn increases the demand for trafficking.

The great frontier of online dating has enabled strangers who would never cross paths to meet and eventually marry. However, online dating has also opened pandoras box to scams and scam artists. Today on the podcast we will talk about the world of online dating, how to spot a scammer, and the one decision that will keep you safe in the world of dating whether online or in person.

Kids want phones and every form of technology, but with this technology comes access to the wild west of the online world. How can we protect our children and still let them have technology such as phones, watches, and gaming platforms? Join Reba and Allison as they talk about the struggles of keeping our kids safe online.

Our hosts were born before the technology boom. They were teenagers without phones in their pockets and lived prior to the “selfie” era. Yet today they both use technology and social media extensively. Join them as they talk about how to balance the use of social media in our lives and how to avoid the traps of a world that is not real.

Today we talk about International Women's Day and discuss women who have influenced us spiritually.

Have you ever doubted your salvation? One of the biggest questions Reba and Allison have received through the years is from women wondering if they were truly saved. Today on the podcast, you are going to find that you can know you are saved and be confident in God’s finished work in your life.

Have you ever wondered if someone was really saved? Maybe their behavior or something in their attitude causes you to question their relationship with Jesus. John walks us through a simple and trustworthy test for determining who is of Christ and who is not.

Today we take a hard look at chapter three and discover what it looks like to be a child of God. John is specific in his description, and he gives us a checklist that should instill confidence and assurance in those who are God’s children. But this checklist should also sound warning alarms for those who are deceived about their relationship in the family of God.

Continuing our journey through 1 John, today’s podcast takes a look at chapter two. Reba and Allison discuss John’s passion for living a life without sin. John teaches us how to avoid sin in our lives and how to deal with the sinful struggles we face.