In this episode, we step into Solomon’s early days as king and watch God ask him a question most of us only dream about: “Ask. What should I give you?” Instead of choosing power, comfort, or success, Solomon asks for something far more surprising—a listening heart. Join us as we trace the journey from David’s complicated final years to Solomon’s defining moment at Gibeon, and explore why true wisdom begins with humility, obedience, and dependence on God. Perfect for students who want to grow in their faith and learn what real leadership looks like.

In this episode of the Rooted Podcast, we enter one of the most sobering and grace-saturated moments in David’s life: his confrontation with the prophet Nathan in 2 Samuel 12. After a year of hidden sin and spiritual decay, David is exposed—not to be destroyed, but to be restored.

We explore how God uses Nathan’s bold confrontation, why David’s simple confession carries such theological weight, and how Psalm 51 gives us a window into genuine repentance. This episode unpacks the escalating nature of sin, the necessity of honest confession, and the hope that God’s grace is still bigger than our worst failures.

If you’ve ever carried guilt, hidden sin, or wondered whether God can redeem your story, this passage—and this conversation—shows us the path back to life. Dive in and rediscover the power of the words, “I have sinned against the Lord.”

In this episode, we walk through one of the most sobering chapters in David’s story—his sin with Bathsheba in 2 Samuel 11. At the height of success and comfort, David drifts from his calling, opening the door to temptation, compromise, and devastating consequences. Together we trace the slow slide of sin from idleness to tragedy, explore why even a “man after God’s own heart” wasn’t immune, and consider the warning this passage gives every believer about the danger of drifting, the deceitfulness of desire, and the urgency of repentance.

In this episode of the Rooted Podcast, we explore 2 Samuel 7—the moment God makes one of the most significant promises in all of Scripture. David wants to build God a house, but God turns the plan upside down and promises to build David an eternal dynasty, a promise ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ. We’ll unpack how this covenant reveals God’s faithfulness, how it points directly to the true King, and why it matters that believers today are the very temple where God dwells. This rich chapter shows us that God’s plans are bigger, His promises are stronger, and His kingdom is unshakable.

In this episode, we dive into the unsettling but essential story of Uzzah and the Ark in 2 Samuel 6. Why would God strike down someone who seemed to be trying to help? And what does this moment reveal about God’s holiness, our assumptions, and the danger of treating His presence casually? Join us as we explore David’s hard-learned lesson about obedience, reverence, and why God’s presence never rides on our carts. This is a call to recover awe—and to follow God on His terms, not ours.

In this episode of The Rooted Podcast, we dive into 2 Samuel 5 and explore what it means to trust God through seasons of waiting and uncertainty. David’s long road to becoming king teaches us two powerful truths: patience in God’s timing and dependence on His guidance. Even after years of waiting and multiple battles, David never stopped seeking God’s direction—and that’s what made him a man after God’s own heart.

Whether you’re waiting for something to happen or trying to make a big decision, this episode will challenge you to slow down, listen for God’s voice, and trust His perfect timing.

 In this episode of The Rooted Podcast, we revisit one of the most famous stories in Scripture—David and Goliath. But this isn’t just an underdog tale. It’s a powerful reminder that true courage doesn’t come from confidence in ourselves, but from trust in the God who fights for us. Join [Your Name] as we unpack 1 Samuel 17 and discover why “the battle is the Lord’s”—and what that means for the giants we face today.

When God chose Israel’s next king, He didn’t look for the tallest, strongest, or most impressive person — He looked for a heart that was His. In this episode, we explore 1 Samuel 16, where God teaches Samuel (and us) a powerful truth: “People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” Join [Your Name] as we trace the fall of Saul, the rise of David, and what it means to live with a heart that truly pleases God.

In this episode of Rooted, we explore 1 Samuel 10—the moment Israel finally gets what they’ve been asking for: a king. But as Saul steps onto the scene, tall, impressive, and everything the people thought they wanted, we start to see cracks beneath the surface.

What happens when God’s people choose appearance over obedience? When they trade trust in God for what looks powerful and popular?

Join us as we unpack the rise of Saul, the danger of misplaced expectations, and why true leadership has less to do with outward strength and everything to do with a surrendered heart.

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.