
Rooted Deep
Reba Bowman and Allison Hale
Show overview
Rooted Deep has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 300 episodes. That works out to roughly 210 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 35 min and 51 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 days ago, with 19 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Reba Bowman and Allison Hale.
From the publisher
This weekly podcast is designed to help women find anchor points for their lives so they can find success during all seasons of their lives. Using the imagery of a tree that is rooted deep and planted in the right location, we will talk each week about the importance of where we plant ourselves, what we feed our systems, and how to find sustainability during the hard times.
Latest Episodes
View all 300 episodesThe Slow Work of God: Faithfulness Without Results
The Slow Work of God: God Is Never Late
God in the Mess -- When the Consequences Hit Home
God in the Mess -- Confronted and Restored
When Life Falls Apart -- Finding the Next Right Step
God in the Mess -- The Fall

Ep 300God in the Mess -- When the Crown Finally Comes
Success is its own test. After years of waiting, David finally becomes king — but the throne brings new challenges. In this episode, we talk about surviving promotion, staying humble in blessing, and protecting intimacy with God when influence increases.#GodInTheMess #Leadership #Humility #SpiritualMaturity #SuccessAndFaith #Worship #dareformore #mercyworkshop

Ep 299God in the Mess -- The Cave Season Part 2
The cave doesn’t just test your patience — it tests your integrity. In Part 2 of The Cave Season, we move into the defining moments of David’s waiting years: the opportunities to take control, force the promise, and eliminate the problem. Twice David had the chance to kill Saul. Twice he chose restraint. This episode dives into integrity under pressure, resisting the urge to manipulate outcomes, and trusting God’s timing when it feels painfully slow. Waiting isn’t passive — it’s active trust. And the cave may be forming strength you don’t yet see. If you’re tempted to rush what God hasn’t released, this one is for you. #GodInTheMess #Integrity #TrustTheProcess #LeadershipGrowth #FaithInTheWaiting #CharacterMatters #dareformore #mercyworkshop

Ep 298God in the Mess -- The Cave Season Part 1
Victory didn’t bring comfort for David — it brought pursuit. After defeating Goliath, he found himself hunted, misunderstood, and hiding in a cave. In Part 1 of The Cave Season, we explore what happens when success triggers opposition and life suddenly feels smaller instead of bigger.From Saul’s jealousy to the isolation of the cave of Adullam, this episode speaks to anyone who feels like their world has shrunk. If you’re in a season where you thought things would look different by now, this conversation will help you see that the cave is not punishment — it’s preparation.God builds depth in hidden places. And what feels like retreat may actually be refinement.#GodInTheMess #CaveSeason #WaitingWell #SpiritualFormation #LeadershipUnderPressure #HiddenSeasons #dareformore #mercyworks

Ep 297God in the Mess -- Facing Giants without Armor
Giants don’t just stand in valleys — they show up in fear, comparison, and insecurity. In this episode, we unpack how David faced Goliath without borrowed armor and what that means for us today. You don’t need someone else’s strategy to fight your battle. You need confidence rooted in who God has already formed you to be.#GodInTheMess #DavidAndGoliath #Courage #OvercomingFear #FaithInAction #Identity #dareformore #mercyworkshop

Ep 296God in the Mess -- Anointed in Obscurity
Before David ever wore a crown, he wore the dust of the field. In this episode, we explore what it means to be chosen by God but hidden from public view. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or stuck in a season that feels small, this conversation will remind you that obscurity is often preparation. The field shapes the heart long before the palace reveals it.#GodInTheMess #LifeOfDavid #FaithfulInSmallThings #SpiritualGrowth #Calling #HiddenSeasons #dareformore #mercyworkshop

Ep 295Lessons From the Pits
In Lessons from the Pits, we take a powerful look at the life of Joseph and the seasons that tried to break him. From betrayal by his brothers to the prison cell in Egypt, Joseph’s journey reminds us that the pit is never the final destination. In this episode, we unpack the spiritual lessons found in life’s lowest moments—how God develops character in hidden places, prepares us in isolation, and positions us through perseverance. If you’ve ever felt forgotten, overlooked, or stuck in a difficult season, this message will remind you that God is still at work in the pit.#RootedDeepPodcast #LessonsFromThePits #LifeOfJoseph #BiblicalLeadership #FaithInTrials #TrustGod #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #PurposeInPain #GodsPlan

Ep 294When Someone Hurts Me (Part 2)
In Part 2 of this powerful live session, Reba goes deeper into the journey of healing from relational wounds. Moving beyond identifying the pain, she shares practical and biblical steps for walking out forgiveness, setting healthy boundaries, and reclaiming your peace. Drawing from her book End of the Rope, this episode will help you break free from cycles of hurt and step into lasting emotional and spiritual freedom. If Part 1 opened your eyes, Part 2 will help you take action.#RootedDeepPodcast #EndOfTheRope #HealingJourney #FaithAndFreedom #ChristianPodcast #ForgivenessJourney #HealthyBoundaries #EmotionalGrowth #BiblicalEncouragement #FreedomInChrist

Ep 293When Someone Hurts Me (Part 1)
Join Reba for a powerful live session as she speaks to one of the hardest parts of life—being hurt by other people. In this honest and hope-filled message, she shares biblical truth and practical wisdom from her book End of the Rope, offering clear steps to help you process pain, release bitterness, and move forward in freedom. If you’ve ever struggled with wounds caused by others, this conversation will encourage your heart and equip you to heal in a healthy, God-centered way.#RootedDeepPodcast #EndOfTheRope #HealingFromHurt #FaithJourney #ChristianPodcast #EmotionalHealing #BiblicalTruth #Forgiveness #FreedomInChrist #HopeAndHealing
Ep 292The Lies We Don't Know We Believe
Many of the beliefs shaping our faith aren’t loud or obvious—they’re quiet assumptions we’ve absorbed over time. In this episode, we name some of the most common lies Christians unknowingly carry, like “God helps those who help themselves,” “If I’m faithful, life will be easy,” and “My worth is what I produce.” We explore how these subtle beliefs affect our relationship with God, our expectations of life, and how we see ourselves—and how freedom begins when we replace lies with truth. This is an invitation to honest reflection, deeper faith, and a healthier way of walking with God.#dareformore #mercyworkshop #christianpodcast #faithandtruth #spiritualgrowth #renewingthemind #christianwomen #faithjourney #biblicaltruth #emotionalhealth #discipleship #christianliving

Ep 291The Power of Small Beginnings
We live in a culture that celebrates fast growth, big platforms, and visible success—but God often works through small, quiet beginnings. In this episode, we talk about why faithfulness can feel discouraging when it seems insignificant and how easy it is to despise the early, hidden stages of obedience. Drawing from Scripture and real-life experience, we explore how God forms us through small steps, unseen faithfulness, and ordinary obedience—and why those beginnings matter more than we realize. If you’ve ever wondered whether the small things you’re doing actually count, this conversation is for you.#dareformore #mercyworkshop #christianpodcast #faithfulness #smallbeginnings #trustinggod #obedience #spiritualformation #christianwomen #biblicaltruth #callingandpurpose #faithinreallife

Ep 290The Theology of Beauty – Finding Freedom in a Beauty-Obsessed World
We live in a culture saturated with beauty standards—and most women feel that pressure every day. In this episode of Rooted Deep, we talk honestly about what Scripture says about beauty, why disordered beauty exhausts us, and how Jesus invites us into a freer, more grounded way of living. Rather than idolizing beauty or rejecting it altogether, we explore how beauty can be rightly ordered—so it forms us instead of consuming us. This is a thoughtful, practical conversation for women who care about beauty and want to live faithfully within a beauty-obsessed world. #dareformore #mercyworkshop #theologyofbeauty #christianwomen #faithandculture #spiritualformation #identityinChrist #soulcare #christianpodcast #freedominChrist

Ep 289The Ministry of Ordinary Days – Finding God in Routine Faithfulness
In a culture that celebrates big moments and visible impact, it’s easy to overlook where God is actually doing His deepest work. In this episode of Rooted Deep, we talk about the ministry of ordinary days—laundry, commutes, emails, and small conversations. We explore how spiritual formation doesn’t require escaping our routines, but learning to recognize God’s presence within them. This conversation is especially for women balancing calling, career, and home, reminding us that everyday faithfulness is not lesser ministry—it is the ministry.#faithintheroutine #spiritualformation #everydayfaith #christianwomen #womenoffaith #callingandpurpose #faithfulnesseveryday #rooteddeep #dareformore #mercyworkshop

Ep 288Before the Goals: Psalm 1 and the Path You’re On
A new year brings fresh energy, big hopes, and no shortage of pressure to change everything overnight. But Psalm 1 invites us to slow down and ask a deeper question—not what we want to accomplish, but who we are becoming. In this episode, we explore how Psalm 1 reframes the New Year around direction rather than resolution. We talk about the quiet power of daily influences, the difference between drifting and being planted, and why lasting growth comes from delight and depth, not hype and hustle. If you’ve ever started a new year motivated but exhausted, hopeful but unsure, this conversation will help you reflect, reset, and choose the path you’re actually walking into next. #Psalm1 #NewYearReflection #SpiritualFormation #FaithAndLife #Rooted #DirectionOverGoals #BiblicalWisdom #ChristianPodcast #WalkingWithGod #BecomingNotDoing #dareformore #mercyworkshop

Ep 287Getting Ready for a New Year: Small Shifts and Leaning Into 1% Change
As the ball drops and everyone’s busy making big resolutions, Reba and Allison are here to bring a little humor and a lot of real talk into the last days of this year. In this episode, they chat about why we all get caught up in the New Year’s hype, share a laugh about past resolutions gone sideways, and then dive into the idea of making tiny, 1% changes that actually stick. They’ll share tips on how to make the New Year feel more like a fun, fresh start rather than a pressure cooker. #NewYearLaughs #OnePercentChanges #RootedDeepPodcast #NewYearsEveFun #KeepItSimple #FaithAndFun #FreshStart2026