Rock Life Coaching and Mentoring
by Alexander & Petra Rojas
Alex and Petra, both holding Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, are driven by their passion to guide individuals towards a closer relationship with Jesus through counseling and deliverance. They firmly believe in utilizing the teachings of the Bible to encourage healthier mental health practices and foster connections with fellow believers for ongoing discipleship. By tuning in to their discussions, you will gain a deeper understanding of aligning your body, mind, and spirit to experience inner peace with God. Prepare yourself to be mentored and equipped with valuable tools for mental well-being.
Episodes
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Is there more than Sunday church? 3 Ways to live out the Bible as a Family
Have you ever felt like there has to be more to following Jesus than just going to church on Sunday? We’ve felt that too. When we look at Scripture, we see a faith that was meant to be lived out every day; in our homes, marriages, families, relationships, and the way we love one another. In this...
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There are 2 Types of Christians: Followers of Jesus & Pharisaical Christians
What does it really look like to follow Jesus? In this episode, Alexander & Petra Rojas have an open conversation about following Jesus and how easy it can be to fall into religious patterns that Jesus Himself confronted. We talk about the way Jesus loved people, the difference between outward...
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Should Churches Be Ran by ONE Leader?
Should one person lead an entire church or does Scripture show us a different model? In this episode of The Counseling Couple, Alexander and Petra Rojas sit down with Jared Santiago to explore biblical church leadership and the Fivefold Ministry found in Ephesians 4:11–16. Jesus gave the Church...
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Are We Doing Church Leadership Wrong?
Are We Doing Church Leadership Wrong? What does biblical church leadership actually look like? And have we allowed the world’s model of leadership to influence the Church more than Jesus has? In this episode, we go deep into 2 Corinthians and one of the most painful moments in Paul’s ministry.…
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Does the Church Today Look Like the Church Jesus Built?
What is the Church actually supposed to look like? In this episode of Healing at the Root, we're joined by our close friends Caleb and Erika for an honest conversation about the modern American church and the New Testament Church. This isn't about bashing the Church, we ARE the Church. It's about...
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Do we go to Church? Or are WE the Church?
Do We Go to Church… or Are We the Church? What if church was never meant to be something we simply attend on Sundays but something we actually are? In this live episode of Healing at the Root, Alex and Petra share what God has been teaching them about the Church, the Body of Christ, and what...
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Untamable Tongue in Leadership
A Leader's Words Can Kill You | Healing from Church Hurt & Becoming a Healthy Leader Why do a leader's words hurt so deeply? Whether you've been wounded by a pastor, parent, ministry leader, spouse, or mentor, the words spoken over you can leave scars that last for years. But why do those words...
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You Can't Lead Like Christ Without This!
What separates a leader who reflects Jesus from one who simply holds a position? Humility. In this episode of Healing at the Root, Alex and Petra explore why humility is the foundation of Christlike leadership. Without it, authority becomes control, correction becomes condemnation, and leadership...
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Healing at the Root #001 | Nobody Told You What To Do After Being Church Hurt
Most people know what happened after being hurt by a church, pastor, ministry leader, or Christian community but very few know what to do next. In this episode of Healing at the Root, Alex and Petra explore one of the most common questions people ask after experiencing church hurt: "Now what?"...
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How to Heal from Controlling Leadership as a Couple
When controlling leadership tries to get in-between your marriage, it can create a tension most couples don’t know how to carry. One spouse may feel called to leave. The other may want to stay. One may feel controlled, unseen, or spiritually unsafe, while the other is still trying to honor the...
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How to Affair-Proof Your Marriage (Without Living in Fear)
Most affairs don’t start with one big decision. They start with small compromises, hidden needs, and emotional distance that slowly go unaddressed. In this episode, Alex and Petra break down how to affair-proof your marriage before damage is done by recognizing the early warning signs, protecting...
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S*x is Better When You're Healed (From P*rn)
P*rn damages intimacy.It creates false expectations, pressure, shame, comparison, and distance in marriage.In this live, we’re talking about how healing from p*rn helps rebuild safety before sex.Because you can’t build healthy intimacy on top of unresolved hurt.We’ll break down:• how p*rn affects...
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Why Intimacy Dies in Marriage (And How to Fix it)
If you’re struggling with communication, intimacy, or feeling disconnected in your marriage, this episode is for you. We unpack why couples drift apart, what creates emotional distance, and how to rebuild connection using the A.C.T. framework: Ask, Connect, Talk. Learn practical steps to improve...
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How a Broken Identity Kills Your Marriage
You think your biggest marriage problem is communication… but what if that’s not actually the issue? Most couples spend years trying to fix arguments, reactions, and patterns, yet they keep ending up in the same place. Because the real problem isn’t always what’s being said… it’s who you believe...
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Loving Him Well (Session 3) When He's Not Leading Well
What do you do when your husband is not leading spiritually and you feel alone in your marriage? In this live, we talk to wives who feel frustrated, disconnected, and stuck. We break down what may be happening beneath the surface, how your response can affect the relationship, and what it looks...
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Loving Him Well (Session 2)
In this episode, Alexander and Petra Rojas talk honestly about what it means for a wife to love her husband well in a biblical and healthy way. They unpack the tension many women feel around trust, submission, fear, past hurt, and emotional safety in marriage. This is a conversation about...
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Loving Your Her Well (Session 1)
What does it actually look like for a husband to love his wife well? In this live, we talk to husbands who want to lead, love, and care for their marriage in a godly way but feel stuck, unequipped, or like they keep falling short. We break down what biblical leadership really means, what may be...
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Building Your Marriage on Jesus
Building Your Marriage on Jesus 🎙️ A Rock Life Coaching & Mentoring Podcast So many couples try to fix their marriage without first fixing their foundation — their relationship with God. When you grow individually in His presence every day, your marriage naturally begins to change. You can't…
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6- How to Receive the Holy Spirit
How do I become filled with the Holy Spirit? To become filled with the Holy Spirit requires faith and surrender to God. In Acts 2:1-4, we see that the disciples were all together in one place when suddenly a sound like a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were...
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5 - Why do I need to Receive the Holy Spirit?
Asking why we need to be filled by Him is an important question for Christians to consider. One reason is that He empowers us to be a witness of Jesus, as stated in Acts 1:8, where Jesus tells the disciples that they will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon them. This power gives us...
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4 - Who is the Holy Spirit?
Who is He? The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Holy Trinity, along with God the Father and Jesus Christ the Son. This 3 part series on Receiving the Holy Spirit will cover, Who is He, Why Do I Need to be Filled with Him, How to Become Filled with Him, and How to Cultivate a Relationship…
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3 - Why do I need to be Water Baptized?
Water Baptism is a transformative act that combines this a physical event with significant spiritual implications. It involves repentance, forgiveness, the cleansing of sins, and symbolizes the burial of one's old self. Every believer is called to be water baptized in the name of the Father, Son,...
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Marriage Series: (5) Conflict Solutions
Conflict resolution in a relationship involves yielding to your spouse to clearly define the problem. It also includes fostering mutual understanding and empathy about the problem and respecting each other's perspectives. Ultimately, conflict resolution is about reaching a positive solution. It…
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Marriage Series: (4) Unity and Understanding
Unity and understanding are essential in marriage. My spouse is my partner for fulfilling God's purpose. To experience unity, I must align my perspective with God's. Not being understood in marriage can be frustrating, leading to disconnect. On the other hand, unity and understanding create a...
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Marriage Series: (3) Power of Perspective: What's triggering you?
Our perspective can be shaped by our past relationships, upbringing, and traumatic experiences, which are referred to as triggers. Unfortunately, these triggers can impact how we respond to our spouse during challenging moments. Here, we will learn how to identify your triggers in conflict and...
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Marriage Series: (2) The 4 Horsemen of Communication
The 4 Horsemen, coined by John Gottman, are communication styles that can lead to divorce if left unchecked. Recognizing their presence during conflicts is crucial. This session will teach you about the horsemen and how to apply the right antidotes to minimize conflict in your marriage.
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Marriage Series: (1) The Conflict Cycle
Conflict in marriage can feel like a repetition of arguments and discussions that never get resolved. This is due to the Conflict Cycle and the three outcomes that keep you from being understood by your spouse. Here you will learn about the three outcomes and one simple skill that will deescalate...
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2 - The Need for Repentance
Regret and remorse for our sins are not enough to mend our relationship with God. True restoration comes through repentance, a continuous change in our lifestyle. Repentance involves acknowledging our sins, confessing them to God, and actively changing our behavior. It is a transformative process...
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1 - What does it mean to Believe in Jesus?
Believing in Jesus goes beyond acknowledging Him as the savior of the world; it involves a deep personal connection where we can confidently say, "He is my savior." As we strive to grow in our faith and walk with Him in every season of life, we must transition from mere knowledge about Jesus to a...
About this show
Alex and Petra, both holding Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, are driven by their passion to guide individuals towards a closer relationship with Jesus through counseling and deliverance. They firmly believe in utilizing the teachings of the Bible to encourage healthier mental health practices and foster connections with fellow believers for ongoing discipleship. By tuning in to their discussions, you will gain a deeper understanding of aligning your body, mind, and spirit to experience inner peace with God. Prepare yourself to be mentored and equipped with valuable tools for mental well-being.
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