Rooted

In this episode of Rooted, we dive into 1 Samuel 9 and the rise of Israel’s first king—Saul. He looks the part: tall, strong, impressive. But beneath the surface, Saul’s story reveals what happens when we chase what looks good instead of what’s truly right. From a lost-donkey mission to an unexpected meeting with the prophet Samuel, we’ll see how God uses even ordinary moments to reveal deep truths about leadership, faith, and the heart He desires.

Join us as we unpack what it means to trust God’s wisdom over appearances—and why the kind of king we follow still matters today.

She was heartbroken. Misunderstood. Waiting on God. But Hannah’s raw prayer changed everything — for her and for an entire nation. Discover what it means to pour out your heart before God in this episode of Rooted.

What do bad decisions, betrayal, and a haircut have to do with God’s plan? A lot, actually. Samson’s story in Judges is messy, dramatic, and surprisingly full of hope. Join us as we unpack how God still works through our chaos — and how Samson’s failure points straight to Jesus.

Have you ever wondered if your life really matters — if there’s a bigger purpose behind it all? In this episode, we explore Judges 13 and the story of Samson’s surprising beginning. From a barren woman’s miracle to an angel whose name is “beyond understanding,” this story shows us that God’s plans are bigger, deeper, and more mysterious than we can imagine. Even when we fail, His purposes keep moving forward. Join us as we unpack how a God who works “beyond understanding” still writes our stories with purpose, grace, and unstoppable power.

Ever felt like you’re completely outmatched — like everything’s stacked against you? In Judges 7, Gideon faces an impossible battle with only 300 men, and God wouldn’t have it any other way. In this episode, we unpack why God sometimes shrinks our army to stretch our faith, expose our fear, and remind us that victory doesn’t come from strength — it comes from Him. Learn what “ludicrous obedience” looks like when the odds are impossible, and how to lead by faith even when God’s plan makes zero sense.

Ever feel like the underdog—too weak, too ordinary, or too scared to do what God’s calling you to do? In this episode of Rooted, we dive into the story of Gideon from Judges 6–7, a guy who went from hiding in fear to leading a miraculous victory with just 300 men. We’ll unpack how God sees strength where we see weakness, why obedience in small things prepares us for bigger battles, and how “I will be with you” is the only promise we truly need. If you’ve ever doubted that God could use you, this episode will remind you that He doesn’t call the qualified—He qualifies the called.

Sometimes faith looks completely illogical—like charging into battle with no weapons. In this episode of The Rooted Podcast, Drew unpacks the story of Deborah and Barak from Judges 4–5, where God calls His people to trust Him against impossible odds. Discover how real courage isn’t about strength or strategy but about obedience and faith in God’s presence. When you feel outnumbered, unprepared, or overlooked, remember—God delights in using underdogs to display His power.

In this episode of Rooted, we unpack one of the most sobering moments in Israel’s history—a generation that forgot God. Drawing from Judges 2–3, we explore how a nation that once experienced God’s power firsthand drifted into compromise because they failed to pass on their faith. This story isn’t just ancient history—it’s a wake-up call for us today. Are we teaching the next generation to know and trust God, or are we letting comfort and compromise write their story for them? Join us as we rediscover what it means to remember, fight faithfully, and disciple others to do the same.

After seasons of victory and comfort, Israel forgot the God who had delivered them — and the result was a generation that lost its spiritual memory. In this episode of Rooted, we dive into Judges 2 to uncover how success and complacency can lead to compromise, both then and now. Through Israel’s cycle of sin and deliverance, we find a powerful warning and an even greater hope — the true King, Jesus, who breaks the cycle and calls us back to faithfulness. Join us as we explore what it means to stay rooted in God’s faithfulness and pass that legacy on to the next generation.

In this episode of Rooted, we step into Joshua 24 and witness a nation at a crossroads as Joshua challenges Israel to choose whom they will serve. Through his final words, Joshua calls the people—and us—to wholehearted devotion to God in a world full of competing idols. From ancient altars to modern distractions, this episode explores what it really means to declare, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord,” and invites you to examine where your own heart truly rests.