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Welcome to the Root Issues podcast where we're gathering around the table to bridge the generational gap and discuss the root issues of our culture.

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    • Sep 10, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 174 EPISODES


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    Christ's Yoke: A Theological Examination of Divine Rest

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 20:13


    In this episode of Root Issues, we explore, togheter with special guest Pastor Derek, Jesus' famous words from Matthew 11 about taking his yoke and finding his burden light. We discuss how it applies to our modern lives filled with stress, expectations, and spiritual exhaustion. The conversation covers the difference between the heavy burdens of religious legalism and the restful discipline of following Christ, offering practical insights for anyone feeling overwhelmed by life's demands.

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - James Call to Surrender

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 20:40


    Join us for a deep dive into one of Scripture's most challenging chapters as we explore the crucial distinction between being humble and practicing humility. In James 4, we encounter God's radical call to submit, surrender, and draw near—but what does it really mean to embody the humility that "receives grace" rather than opposition?

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - James Call to Surrender

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025


    Join us for a deep dive into one of Scripture's most challenging chapters as we explore the crucial distinction between being humble and practicing humility. In James 4, we encounter God's radical call to submit, surrender, and draw near—but what does it really mean to embody the humility that "receives grace" rather than opposition?

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - James Call to Surrender

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 20:40


    Join us for a deep dive into one of Scripture's most challenging chapters as we explore the crucial distinction between being humble and practicing humility. In James 4, we encounter God's radical call to submit, surrender, and draw near—but what does it really mean to embody the humility that "receives grace" rather than opposition?

    From Wilderness to Victory: Lessons from Jesus Temptation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 21:30


    In this episode, we dive deep into Luke 4 and explore Jesus' 40-day wilderness experience. Discover why the wilderness wasn't just a biblical backdrop, but a crucial season of testing that every believer must navigate. We'll unpack how Jesus' victory over temptation in the desert provides the blueprint for our own spiritual battles, and why God often leads us into wilderness seasons to strengthen our faith, clarify our identity, and prepare us for ministry.

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - Jesus and The Hypocrisy of the Pharisees

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 22:44


    In this episode, we explore Jesus' words in Luke 11–12, where He confronts the hypocrisy of the Pharisees and calls out the danger of false humility. Join us as we reflect on His powerful teaching and consider what it means to live with authentic faith and integrity.

    Maranatha Cry - The Return of Jesus with Joel Richardson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 29:28


    Join us in this episode were we discuss alongside our special guest, Joel Richardson, the Maranatha cry that we miss in our churches and the events that will happen before the return of our Lord Jesus.

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 24:14


    In the heart of the Christian story, Jesus embodies profound humility. Born in a humble stable, he chose a life of service over earthly power, washing his disciples' feet like a servant and teaching that the greatest must become the least. His ultimate act—dying on the cross for humanity—shows true strength in surrender, inspiring us to embrace humility in our own lives.

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - Moses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 27:00


    In this compelling episode of our spiritual exploration series, we delve into the timeless story of Moses and his profound struggles to discern and respond to God's voice amidst chaos, doubt, and divine encounters, battling between pride and humility. As well, this is our last episode with Luke, which has been a blessing for all this time for us!

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - Abraham and Isaac

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 23:51


    Discover the timeless struggle between pride and humility in “The Battle To Hear God's Voice,” as we journey through the story of Abraham and Isaac. This episode explores how Abraham's willingness to listen and obey shaped his destiny.

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - The Pride in The Garden

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 24:00


    Explore the age-old tension between pride and humility through the lens of the Garden of Eden story. In this podcast, we unravel how Adam and Eve's choices reveal deeper truths about human nature, ambition, and the costs of self-exaltation.

    The Battle To Hear God`s Voice - Romans 1:16-17

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 24:39


    This episode explores the struggle between pride and humility in hearing God's voice, inspired by Romans 1:16-17 and Martin Luther's personal journey. Discover how pride can block us from receiving God's message, while humility opens our hearts to the gospel's power. Just as Luther humbled himself to accept that righteousness comes by faith—not by our own efforts—we'll discuss how embracing humility allows us to truly hear and respond to God in our own lives.

    C.S Lewis - The Weight of Glory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 19:39


    What does it really mean to love our neighbor? In this episode, we explore C.S. Lewis's iconic 1941 sermon, “The Weight of Glory,” where he challenges us to move beyond mere unselfishness and embrace true, active love. Drawing on the parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10, we see how Jesus redefines neighborly love—not as avoiding harm or simply denying ourselves, but as compassion in action, crossing boundaries to care for those in need.

    God's Relentless Love: The Lost Sheep

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 29:26


    In this insightful episode, Daniel and Pastor Derek dive into the Parables of Jesus, with a special focus on the Parable of the Lost Sheep from Luke 15. Join us as we explore the profound spiritual lessons behind this beloved story, uncovering themes of God's relentless love, redemption, and the value of every individual. Through thoughtful discussion, we reflect on how this parable speaks to our lives today and challenges us to embody grace.

    Malachi - The Messenger of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 26:13


    The Book of Malachi, the final book of the Old Testament, delivers a powerful message to the people of Israel after their return from exile, confronting spiritual apathy, corrupt leadership, and social injustice. Structured as a series of dialogues between God and His people, Malachi challenges both priests and laypeople to renewed faithfulness, sincere worship, and ethical living. Despite stern warnings, the book ultimately offers hope, promising that God's love endures and that restoration awaits those who return to Him.

    Zechariah - The King Riding The Donkey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 30:31


    The Book of Zechariah, a powerful prophetic text from the Old Testament written between 520-470 BC, brings a message of hope to Jewish exiles returning to Jerusalem. Through striking visions and divine messages, Zechariah urges them to rebuild the temple and renew their faith, while revealing captivating prophecies about a humble king and savior. Highlighting God's supreme power, judgment, and the ultimate triumph of His Kingdom, it's an inspiring source of insight into divine promise and redemption.

    Zechariah How To Seek First The Kingdom of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 26:14


    Join us as we root our hearts in the prophecy of Zechariah and answer the question: How do we truly seek first the Kingdom of God?Recognize God's unfolding kingdom across history.Let prophetic insight shape present faith and action.Align daily living around Kingdom-first priorities.

    Resolving to Joy (Habakkuk)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 32:16


    In this episode, we journey through the book of Habakkuk—a prophet who wrestled with doubt, frustration, and fear in the face of injustice and an uncertain future. Yet, in the middle of his questions, Habakkuk discovered a joy rooted not in circumstances, but in God Himself. Join us as we unpack how his honest dialogue with God led him from complaint to confidence, and how his story invites us to find hope and joy even when life feels overwhelming.

    Nahum: Praising God or Playing God?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 25:50


    Continuing our series in the minor prophets teaching out of the book of Nahum and the big question of whether we are praising God or playing God.

    The Resurrected Life - Wholeness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 26:06


    This Easter Sunday we look at the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ and how that power unites and integrates our mind, body and spirit making us whole, knowing who we are and who we are becoming for eternity.

    ALIVE - The Resurrected LifePart 1 of 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 25:37


    Palm Sunday, Today we are reading out of John 12 discussing Jesus' actions and teaching leading up to Passover and our great need today to show people Jesus and our resurrected life.

    Spirit-Led Confidence: Lessons from Micah

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 27:44


    This week, we dive into the book of Micah to explore what true confidence looks like when it's rooted in the Holy Spirit. We'll talk about being filled and led by the Spirit, the assurance that comes from being right with God, and the quiet strength found in hearing His voice and waiting on His timing. If you're seeking clarity, boldness, or just a deeper connection with God, this episode is for you.

    Jonah

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 29:12


    the intimate connection between worship and mission and God's “Go!” to Jonah and Jesus' “Go!” to us.

    Obadiah, Pride & Humility

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 36:02


    n this episode, we reflect on transitions, both personal and biblical, as we explore the profound message found in the book of Obadiah—the shortest book in the Old Testament, yet one rich with relevance today.We unpack how pride continues to separate us from the promises of God. Through thoughtful discussion, we consider how humility positions us to receive God's grace and walk in our true identity and inheritance.

    Amos "Hearing God in Unlikely Places"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 29:54


    This week, the team dive into the book of Amos and unpacks a powerful truth: God often speaks from the margins. In a world chasing comfort and clarity, are we willing to look to the fringe to hear His voice? And are we bold enough to step into the fray to carry His prophetic word? Tune in for a timely and challenging message about listening deeply and living courageously.

    Joel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 29:06


    This we look at the book of Joel and the big idea that only God the Father through Jesus by the Holy Spirit can offer ever increasing life with ever increasing satisfaction.

    Hosea

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 25:42


    This week Steve started a new series in the 12 Minor Prophets of the Old Testament, starting with Hosea talking about Faith as something far beyond just what we say we believe.

    Hope and Wisdom for Relationships, Dating and Marriage (part 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025


    Steve Michelle and Alyssa join to uncover some challenging and beautiful truths on marriage.

    Hope and Wisdom for Dating in this crazy world

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 28:13


    The foundations of our life are based on Relationships. Dive in with Steve, Alisa and Maidy as they explore Dating.

    Hope and Wisdom for Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 25:04


    Relational prioritize and how it greatly affects our life and happiness.

    Praying with Power with a special new Guest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 32:53


    In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of prayer with our special guest, Chase Tucker, a passionate coach who has witnessed firsthand the miraculous impact of a prayer-filled life. Together, we'll explore practical ways to pray boldly, loudly and align with God's will, experiencing His power in every aspect of life. Whether you're new to prayer or seeking to deepen your connection, this conversation will leave you encouraged and equipped to pray with confidence and faith.

    Boy to Prophet: A Journey to Hear God's Voice”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 27:41


    What if God is speaking to you right now? Through the lens of a boy's journey to becoming a prophet, this podcast unpacks how God wants to speak to all of us, revealing His plans and purpose in ways you might not expect.

    Is Prayer boring for you? Here is how to change that

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 26:40


    Steve and Luke discuss how culture and our understanding of prayer can destroy the joy of talking and hearing our Father.

    “Christmas and the Kingdom: Discovering the Bigger Story and the Astonishment of Seeking It First”

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 27:09


    Christmas is more than a festive season—it's a chapter in the grand story of God's Kingdom. In this episode, we explore how Christmas fits into the larger narrative of God's redemptive plan and the awe-inspiring wonder that comes when we seek His Kingdom first. Join us as we uncover the deeper meaning behind the celebration and reflect on the astonishing truth of God's love and purpose for us.

    Christmas & Childlikeness

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 19:42


    Join Luke and Alisa as they explore what it means to embrace a childlike faith and keep the true spirit of Christmas alive. In this episode, they share practical tips to focus on joy, wonder, and Christ-centered traditions, steering clear of the stress and pressure that can overshadow the season.Recorded on 12/18/24

    The Search for Meaning - How Not To Let Christmas Slip By

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 30:35


    This week Steve and Luke discuss Mark chapter 15 and how finding meaning is finding the truth and that those who are about the Truth will listen to Jesus' voice.Recorded: 12/11/24 

    God on Trial (How Not to Fall Away)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 34:12


    Breaking down what Steve taught out of Mark chapter 14 a few weeks ago about the idea of man's ongoing attempt to put God on trial and how not to fall away. Recorded on 11/20/24

    Invitation to the Secret Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 30:18


    Join as Luke and Steve discuss the joy of the Secret Place!

    Mark: Invitation to the Secret Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 5:02


    Invitation to the Secret Place join Luke and Chris as they discuss the invitation we have to the Secret Place with Jesus.

    Mark 14: 10-31 Secret Place or Secret Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 27:31


    Join us as we discuss Mark 14: 10-31

    What Jesus Says We Should Look For

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 30:35


    This week, Steve, Lauren, and Allysa discussed the rest of Mark's chapter 13, about what Jesus says we should look for as the end approaches.

    The Epicenter of God's Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 33:04


    This week Steve started teaching Mark 13, the Olivet discourse, and the understanding of Jesus' prophecy about the destruction of the temple and where we currently are in God's plan for history. Join Steve, our friend Daniel from Romania, and Allysa as they discuss this powerful discourse and where we are in God's plan for history

    Root Issues: Mark 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 30:20


    Understanding the Kingdom of God in the World Today (Part 2). Join Steve, Alysa, and our special guest from Romania as we discuss the implications of the Kingdom of God and the world.

    Mark 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 38:16


    Join us this week as we gather and talk about Mark 12. Our special guest Daniel takes us deep into the historical context and applications that this passage has for our lives. As always Lauren, Steve, and Allysa chime in and we have a great time! hope you enjoy!

    Mark 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 28:12


    This week Steve taught out of Mark chapter 11 about Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem and the cleansing of the temple and what this means for our alignment and allegiance to God's plan for His Church and the Temple now and in the future.

    Mark 10: Amazement and Awe

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 4:02


    Join Steve, Lauren, and Alysa as they discuss Mark 10. We discuss the effects of Marriage and Divorce, Children in the Church, and leave everyone with a challenge!

    Mark 9: Jesus' Victory and Spiritual Warfare

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024


    Join Lexa and Steve as they discuss Mark 9 and how that impacts us today.

    Mark: Eyes and Ears for the Kingdom of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 27:31


    Join Lauren, Steve, and Alysa as they discuss the implications of having eyes and ears for the Kingdom of God.

    Mark 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 31:06


    This week on Root Issues, we have a special episode with Steve, Steve, and Steve. Tune in to be encouraged!

    Mark 5 & 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 34:01


    Join as Steve and Lauren discuss Mark 5 and 6.

    Mark 4: God and Government

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 29:52


    Join as Alexa and Lauren have a take a deeper look at Mark 4 and what it means to us today.

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