Rooted & Reasoned
Rooted & Reasoned…Where faith meets thoughtful inquiry!
On this podcast, we explore timeless truths and modern dilemmas through honest conversations. Whether you’re wrestling with doubts, seeking deeper understanding, or simply curious about the mysteries of faith, this podcast offers a space to engage with meaningful topics that challenge and inspire. Together, we’ll uncover insights, navigate complexities, and grow in our faith journey. Subscribe and explore the big questions with us—rooted in faith, reasoned with care.
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S3E6 – What If I Don’t Know What to Pray? How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Talk to God
Ever feel completely blank when you try to pray? Like you want to connect with God but your mind is spinning with stress, drama, confusion, or even guilt, and you just have no words? Maybe you feel totally clueless or like you messed up too much. That feeling is incredibly common, and the super good news is God knew we’d have moments like this and provided help. You’re definitely not alone if you feel that way. That help is the Holy Spirit! ✨ The Bible says He helps us in our weakness and intercedes for us through wordless groans when… Continue Reading
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S3E5 – The Fruit of the Spirit: What Does it Look Like to Live by the Spirit?
Ever feel like you should be more patient, kinder, or just better, but no matter how hard you try, life happens and you feel stuck? 🤔 You’re not alone! Trying to force these good qualities often feels hollow, like just trying to be nice without anything really changing inside. This episode explores the powerful idea that real transformation isn’t about trying harder on your own, but about living a life guided by God’s Holy Spirit, unpacking themes from the Rooted in Reasoned series “The Forgotten God.” ✨ Discover what the “fruit of the Spirit” – like love, joy, peace, patience,… Continue Reading
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S3E4 – The Gifts of the Spirit: Are They for Today?
Series: THE FORGOTTEN GOD Episode 4: The Gifts of the Spirit: Are They for Today? ________________________________________ Ever heard terms like prophecy, speaking in tongues, or healing and thought, “Whoa, that sounds kinda weird or like something only happened way back when?” 🤔 It’s easy to feel like spiritual gifts were just for Bible times, right? But what if God’s power to work through people didn’t stop after the first century? In this episode, we’re tackling the big question: Are the gifts of the Holy Spirit still active today, and what does the Bible actually say about them? Join us as… Continue Reading
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S3E3 – The Baptism of the Holy Spirit: What Is It and Why Should You Care
Series: THE FORGOTTEN GOD Episode 3: The Baptism of the Holy Spirit: What Is It and Why Should You Care?________________________________________ Ever heard of the “baptism of the Holy Spirit” and wondered what in the world that means? 🤔 Is it just church jargon, or something real and important for following Jesus? In this episode of Rooted and Reasoned’s “Forgotten God” series, we’re diving deep to unpack this key idea from the Bible. We’ll explore what the Holy Spirit’s powerful presence and filling really means and why it matters way beyond just knowing facts about faith – it’s about tapping into… Continue Reading
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S3E2 – The Forgotten God: What Does the Holy Spirit Do?
Series: THE FORGOTTEN GOD Episode 2: What Does the Holy Spirit Do? ________________________________________ Ever feel like life as a teen or young adult is overwhelming? Figuring out friendships, school, the future, and trying to live out your faith can feel impossible on your own. This episode dives into the big question: What does the Holy Spirit actually do in your life? We’re talking about the Holy Spirit not just as an abstract energy, but a real person, part of God with you. Discover how the Spirit brings empowerment – not superpowers, but inner strength and courage for everyday stuff. Learn… Continue Reading
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S3E1 – The Forgotten God: Who is the Holy Spirit?
Series: THE FORGOTTEN GOD Episode 1: Who is the Holy Spirit? ________________________________________ Ever wondered about the Holy Spirit? It can feel a bit mysterious, right? Like some kind of force or energy, maybe good vibes? 🤔 In this episode of Rooted in Reasoned, we’re kicking off a brand new series called “The Forgotten God” by tackling that big question: Who is the Holy Spirit? We’re diving deep into the Bible to get past the common ideas and see what scripture actually tells us about this often misunderstood Person of the Trinity. We’ll unpack why the Holy Spirit isn’t just an… Continue Reading
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S2E6 – Why Was Jesus Crucified? It’s More Than You Think! 🤯
Series: DID JESUS EXIST? Episode 6: Why Was Jesus Crucified? It’s More Than You Think ! Why Jesus Died: It’s More Than You Think 🤯 Ever wondered why someone who seemed so good ended up being crucified? 🤔 This episode dives into the real deal behind Jesus’s death, which is a huge moment in Christianity. It wasn’t just some random act of violence, but something that followers believe was planned from way back in the day! We’re unpacking the prophecies from centuries before Jesus was even born that Christians say pointed right to his suffering and sacrifice. Get ready to… Continue Reading
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S2E5 – Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead? The Evidence You Can’t Ignore!
Series: DID JESUS EXIST? Episode 5: Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead? The Evidence You Can’t Ignore! Did Jesus Really Rise? 🤔 Ever heard the crazy story about someone coming back from the dead? 🧟 For Christians, the resurrection of Jesus isn’t just some myth – it’s the core of everything they believe! This episode dives into the million-dollar question: Did it actually happen? We’re unpacking why this event is a make-or-break deal for Christianity. If Jesus didn’t rise, it’s just another set of nice ideas. But if he did… it changes everything, proving who he said he was… Continue Reading
The heart cannot rejoice in what the mind rejects as false.
— Timothy Keller