Striving vs. Surrender: What's the Will of God for my Life?!

Wild Kingdom Living

Wild Kingdom Living: Rooted Collective podcast Can God really do the impossible and unthinkable?? What does it mean to overflow with Jesus into the world around you and operate in the power of the Spirit? In this episode of Rooted, we dive into what it looks like to live fully anointed, carry the fruit of the Spirit, and release the presence of God in the wildest and riskiest places. We unpack: -How the anointing lives in you -Stories of seeing God do the impossible -Wheelchairs, being high on Jesus, and other fun convos that glorify Jesus The episode is full of raw stories, kingdom truth, and the power of the Holy Spirit.  If you were encouraged by this episode, help us disciple more people for Jesus by liking, subscribing, and sharing.  If you'd like to be part of our family, check out https://wearerootedcollective.com.

How Worship Improves your Mental Health

Worship isn’t just for Sunday mornings. It’s one of the most powerful tools we’ve been given- for healing, for freedom, and for real connection with God. In this episode, Ashley shares how worship impacts your mental health, brings breakthrough, and helps you live from the presence of God within you. You'll hear: - The real purpose of worship (it’s not what you think) - A wild story of healing during worship - How worship literally shifts your brain and body - 7 Hebrew words for praise + how to practice them Whether you're in a hard season or just hungry for more, this one is for you. Let’s learn to carry heaven here. 👉 Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@wearerootedcollective⁩  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCgioeIVdyEfkXQPv5seem4Q)  Listen to the Podcast:  On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4ldu2y5 On Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4hWr5iq On Amazon: https://shorturl.at/CarCA Listen to Returning:  On Spotify: https://shorturl.at/OewuB On Apple Music: https://shorturl.at/JdiBW On Amazon Music: https://shorturl.at/lDoAZ Find Returning/ Rooted Collective Merch: https://shorturl.at/FEHxJ Join our Email Fam! https://wearerootedcollective.com/contact Support Rooted Collective: https://wearerootedcollective.com/give Follow us on socials!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearerootedcollective/ Youtube: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573585613558 Want to get involved with our discipleship school? Visit https://wearerootedcollective.com.

"Why is Forgiveness Better for You than the Other Person?"

“Why is Forgiveness Better for You than the Other Person?” NEW EPISODE — Why is Forgiveness Better for YOU than the Other Person? Let’s be real — forgiveness isn’t easy. It’s messy. It’s layered. And sometimes… it feels impossible. In this raw and honest convo, we unpack the real reason forgiveness is actually better for YOU — not just the other person. We talk about the tension of process + freedom, why forgiveness isn’t a feeling, and how boundaries and healing can go hand-in-hand. You don’t have to forget. You don’t have to ignore what happened. But there is a better way — and it’s full of freedom. We dive into: -What forgiveness really is (and what it’s NOT) -How to set boundaries without bitterness -Why you don’t need to “feel” it to start -What it means to forgive yourself -How looking at Jesus’ sacrifice changes everything If you’ve been hurt by church, people, or even yourself… this one’s for you. Let God meet you where you are. Let us know in the comments — What’s been the hardest part of forgiveness for you? -Subscribe for more raw convos about Jesus, healing, and being rooted in love! #forgiveness #rootedpodcast #genzfaith #jesusheals #churchhurt #christianpodcast

Striving vs. Surrender: What's the Will of God for my Life?!

So many of us are carrying the weight of needing to "get it right." The right path. The right calling. The right decision. But what if the will of God isn’t a tightrope? What if it’s a wide-open field with a good Shepherd leading the way? In this raw conversation, we talk about the difference between striving and surrender. We share real stories of heartbreak, redirection, and peace that only came when we let go. We talk about what it means to follow the Holy Spirit as the umpire of peace, and how God’s will becomes visible when we live in love. If you’re in a season of waiting, wrestling, or wondering what’s next—this is for you. Listen in for: • How to follow peace, not pressure • Hearing God without fear of missing it • Releasing perfection and trusting His timing • How community, worship, and prayer help us discern together • Why love—not performance—is what reveals Jesus Rooted Collective is a discipleship community built on worship, presence, and transformation. We gather weekly in East Tennessee and online—come sit with us. 👉 Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@wearerootedcollective⁩  (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCgioeIVdyEfkXQPv5seem4Q)  Listen to the Podcast:  On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4ldu2y5 On Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4hWr5iq On Amazon: https://shorturl.at/CarCA Listen to Returning:  On Spotify: https://shorturl.at/OewuB On Apple Music: https://shorturl.at/JdiBW On Amazon Music: https://shorturl.at/lDoAZ Find Returning/ Rooted Collective Merch: https://shorturl.at/FEHxJ Join our Email Fam! https://wearerootedcollective.com/contact Support Rooted Collective: https://wearerootedcollective.com/give Follow us on socials!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearerootedcollective/ Youtube: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573585613558 Want to get involved with our discipleship school? Visit https://wearerootedcollective.com.

Overcoming Rejection

Rooted Collective Podcast | Episode: Overcoming Rejection “You are special — and you are safe to be loved.” Rejection hits deep — whether it came from bullying, abandonment, unmet expectations, or even subtle wounds from family. In this raw episode, we talk through how rejection shapes our responses: pushing people away, self-sabotaging, getting too close, or assuming the worst in others. What if vulnerability isn’t a weakness, but the pathway to healing? We talk about: -The symptoms of a rejection-wounded heart -The fear of being loved deeply -How to carry trust instead of constant skepticism -What it means to be accepted by the Father -And how Jesus bore rejection on the cross so we could belong fully, forever. This is for the ones who’ve felt like too much or not enough. The ones who long to be seen, held, and still struggle to believe they’re safe to be loved. You are not alone. ⸻ 🔔 Subscribe for more rooted, real conversations about healing, identity, and Jesus. -Also available on YouTube! @wearerootedcollective Let us know in the comments: what part of rejection has been hardest for you to overcome? Stay in touch and be a part of our family at https://wearerootedcollective.com. Also, if you enjoyed this, please rate our podcast or share with a friend to share Jesus more! #RootedPodcast #OvercomingRejection #ChristianPodcast #HealingInJesus #IdentityInChrist