The Dig - MGCB Roots Family Ministry

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I pray to God to know him, to find direction for my life and to lay my requests before him.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: How Do I Study God’s Word?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Psalm 66:18-20Psalm 107:8-91 Chronicles 29:11-12 NLTPsalm 32:5 NLT1 Timothy 2:1 NIrVEzekiel 11:19-20Psalm 46:10Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee TACOSS Prayer Method

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I worship God for who he is and what he has done for me.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: How do I grow by communicating with God?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Psalm 95Hebrew 4:121 Corinthians 12:4-6Exodus 32:4John 4:23-24Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee Misplaced Worship - Biblehub

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe there is a heaven and a hell and that Jesus will return to judge all people and to establish his eternal kingdom.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: How Do I Honor God In The Way He Deserves?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:John 14:1-2Romans 8:24-251 Corinthians 13:12Revelation 19Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee Life Application New Testament Commentary

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Big Idea: The G.O.A.T. (the Church) is NOT a building. I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night - The G.O.A.T. (the Church) is Stronger TogetherG - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: Acts 2:42-47Ephesians 2:19-22

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe everything I am and everything I own belong to God.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: What Happens Next?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Psalm 24:1-2Matthew 6:19-34Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee Matthew 6:20, BibleRef

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe God calls all Christians to show compassion to poeple in need.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: What is God’s call on my life?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Psalm 82 (NIV, NIrV)Philippians 2:14-15Matthew 6:1-4Micah 6:8Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee 

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Big Idea: To Serve Our Church FamilyI - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night - Who or what is Team G.O.A.T?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: Romans 12:4-5Resources: N/A

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe all people are loved by God and need Jesus Christ as their Savior.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: What about the poor and injustice?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:John 3:16Romans 3:23Romans 10:92 Corinthians 7:10Exodus 20:1-17Galatians 5:16-261 Corinthians 13 Psalm 82:3-4Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee 

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe the church is God’s primary way to accomplish his purposes on earth.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: How Does God See Me?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Ephesians 4:1-16Revelation 19:9Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee Life Application New Testament CommentaryThe Bible Knowledge Commentary: New Testament

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Big Idea: With the help of the Holy Spirit, I can follow Jesus’ example to use my Spiritual Gifts!I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night - There is a place for each of our Spiritual Gifts in our church family!G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: Matthew 4:18-22Matthew 14:13-21John 13:1-5Matthew 10:5-8John 4:16-19Matthew 5-7John 14:1-4John 10:14-15Luke 18:35-43Matthew 9:19-22Romans 12:4-5

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe I am significant because of my position as a child of God.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: How Will God Accomplish His Plan?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:John 1:12Genesis 17Luke 191 Corinthians 1:22Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee Disciples vs Christians | John 15:8-17 | The Whole Disciple, J.D. Greear

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God that guides my beliefs and actions.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: Who Am I?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:2 Timothy 3:16-17John 17:17Colossians 1:10Genesis 1:27Psalm 139:14Romans 3:23Acts 10:432 Corinthians 5:21John 15:13-15Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee The Joy of Trinity, Tara Leigh Cobble

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Focus: I am given Spiritual Gifts by God and they are always good gifts.I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night - With the help of the Holy Spirit, I can follow Jesus’ example to use my Spiritual Gifts!G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: James 1:171 Corinthians 12Romans 12:4-8Ephesians 4:11Resources: N/A

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe a person comes into a right relationship with God by God’s grace through faith in Jesus Christ.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: How does God reveal himself and his truth to us?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Ephesians 2:8-9Romans 3:23Romans 6:23Hebrews 11:1John 1:122 Corinthians 11:30Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee Blue Letter BibleWhat is the meaning of Ephesians 2:8-9?Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works?What are the 7 C’s of History?

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe God is involved in and cares about my daily life.I - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: How do I have a relationship with God?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Psalm 121:1-2Psalm 23John 10:3-4, 11-18Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee Season 03, Episode 01: BELIEVE - Who Is God?A Rested Development, Fresh Life Church

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Big Idea: God Created Me!I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night - I have a Spiritual Gift!G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: Romans 12:4-81 Corinthians 12

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's BELIEVE Key Idea: I believe the God of the Bible is the only true God - Father, Son and Holy SpiritI - Ignite our curiosity towards next week's Key Question: Does God Care About Me?G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:2 Corinthians 13:14Psalm 23Resources & Links:BELIEVE, Randy Frazee The Joy of Trinity, Tara Leigh Cobble

Let's DIG into Season 3, Church Fam!This season will be designed to help our church family DEEPEN their understanding of each week's belief, practice or virtue from Randy Frazee's BELIEVE Series. Since we're studying this series as a church family in 2026, each episode will help us IGNITE curiosity for what belief, practice or virtue will come the following week! This will be a year where our church family will GROW to think, act and be more like Jesus!

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's Advent theme - CHRIST IS BORNI - Ignite our Christmas Spirit towards God and towards othersG - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:John 1:9Isaiah 9:2John 1:1-5Matthew 5:14-16Romans 1:16John 15:5-8Resources & Links:MGCB Advent Candle Devotional GuideEmpowered Homes Advent Guide 2025The Bible Knowledge CommentaryThe Life Application New Testament CommentaryGet Ready Family Advent Devotions, Deeper Kids Ministry

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's Advent theme - LOVEI - Ignite our LOVE towards God and towards othersG - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Deuteronomy 4:35-401 John 4:7-12Ephesians 3:18-19Romans 8:35Resources & Links:MGCB Advent Candle Devotional GuideEmpowered Homes Advent Guide 2025Preteen Journey Advent Guide 20252 Key Ingredients to the Blessing (Part One): Bless Who They Are Not What They DoMy Identity in Christ (Blessing Prayer)

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's Advent theme - JOYI - Ignite our JOY towards God and towards othersG - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Psalm 16:1-11Luke 2:8-16Psalm 71:23 CSBResources & Links:MGCB Advent Candle Devotional GuideEmpowered Homes Advent Guide 2025

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Big Idea: God the Spirit DWELLS in everyone who believes in God! I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night -  Spiritual Gifts are special gifts, skills or talents that God the Spirit grows in us so that we can serve God’s family like Jesus would! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: 1 John 4:13-16aEphesians 1:13-14Romans 12:4-81 Corinthians 12:4-11Resources: The Joy of The Trinity, Tara Leigh Coble

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's Advent theme - PEACEI - Ignite PEACE towards God and towards othersG - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Isaiah 26:3-4Isaiah 48:22John 14:27Isaiah 9:6-7Revelation 21:4Ephesians 1:13Galatians 5:22-23Resources & Links:MGCB Advent Candle Devotional GuideEmpowered Homes Advent Guide 2025ESV Study BibleNIV Life Application New Testament CommentaryThe Bible Knowledge Commentary

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this week's Advent theme - HOPEI - Ignite our HOPE towards God and towards othersG - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Isaiah 9:6-71 Peter 1:3-4Romans 5:5Resources & Links:MGCB Advent Candle Devotional GuideEmpowered Homes Advent Guide 2025

Let's DIG into Season 2, Church Fam!This season will help families and listeners prepare for each week of Advent!Though it's definitely not a requirement, this seasons episodes will be designed to be listened to while your family lights that week's Advent candle. 

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Big Idea: God the Son, DOES the work on the cross to save us from our sins!I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night - God the Holy Spirit DWELLS in everyone who believes in God!G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: 1 Timothy 2:5John 10:101 John 4:15Resources: The Joy of The Trinity, Tara Leigh Coble

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, our last Root Truth - God Deserves the Glory!I - Ignite curiosity for what eternal life with God looks like for His family! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Revelation 4:11Revelation 21:1-4Revelation 5:11-14Revelation 22:20Resources & Links:"The Awesome Super Fantastic Forever Party: A Story About Heaven, Jesus and the Best Invitation of All"New City Catechism Curriculum 

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, God Wants Me to Share About JesusI - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, our last Root Truth - God Deserves the Glory! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Mark 16:16Ephesians 2:8-9Acts 2:38Deuteronomy 6:24Resources & Links:New City Catechism Curriculum Episode 01: What Does It Mean to Glorify God?

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, God Wants Me To Talk To HimI - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, God Wants Me To Share About Jesus! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Matthew 61 Thessalonians 5:16-18Luke 11:9-13James 5:16Hebrews 13:81 Timothy 2:4Acts 26:18Matthew 9:37-38Resources & Links:Why Pray? - Got QuestionsWhat Difference Will Prayer Make? - Desiring GodTeach Kids the P-R-A-Y Acronym - Child Evangelism FellowshipNew City Catechism Curriculum 

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, God Gives Me The HelperI - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, our next Root Truth... God Wants Me To Talk To Him! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Acts 1:3-4John 14:15-31Matthew 9:20-22Romans 8:26-27, NIV + MSG

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, God Will Forgive MeI - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, our next Root Truth... God Gives Me The Helper! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:1 John 1:9Romans 6:23Resources & Links:Episode 06: God Sent Jesus to Rescue Me From My SinsWhat does it mean that God is just?, Got Questions

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Big Idea: God the Father DESIGNS a plan for all of creation and for my life.I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night - God the Son DOES the work on the cross to save me from my sins!G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: 1 John 4:13-14Resources: The Joy of the Trinity, Tara-Leigh Cobble

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, looking at this week's Root Truth - God Sent Jesus to Rescue Me From My SinsI - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, God Will Forgive Me! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Romans 3:9-20Romans 6:23Hebrews 9:14Romans 3:23Resources & Links:New City Catechism Curriculum 

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, looking at our Root Truth that says "God Loves Me!"I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, God Sent Jesus to Rescue Me From My Sins! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Romans 3:23Romans 6:23Romans 5:8Ephesians 2:8John 1:16John 3:16Resources & Links:New City Catechism Curriculum

Hey Church Fam!Here's a Bonus episode for you! Let's "DIG" into our Wednesday Roots Night learning together!D - Deepen our understanding on our most recent Roots Night Big Idea: The Trinity: A 3-in-1 God!I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll be focusing on during our next Roots Night - God the Father’s special job as a member of the Trinity is to DESIGN the PLAN for the world and for my life! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 13:5-141 John 4:13Resources: DIG episode (03: God Made Everything and Is In Charge of Everything)The New City Catechism Curriculum 

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, exploring our Root Truth - God Made Me On PurposeI - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, God Loves Me! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Genesis 1:26-27Genesis 1:28Psalm 139:13Deuteronomy 22:51 Corinthians 11:2-161 John 3:11 John 4:7-211 John 4:8Resources & Links:New City Catechism Curriculum What Do I Say When…? A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Cultural Chaos for Children & TeensParenting without Panic in an LGBT-Affirming World

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, exploring our second Root Truth "God Made Everything and Is In Charge of Everything"I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, how God Made Me on Purpose! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:Colossians 1:16Philippians 1:2Titus 2:13Acts 5:3-4Genesis 1:1-3Genesis 1:27Matthew 28:18-20Resources & Links:New City Catechism Curriculum The Trinity: Little Seminary's Guide to The Father, Son and Holy SpiritThe Bible Recap: Roles of the TrinityWhat is the Role of the Holy Spirit in Creation?

Welcome Back, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, exploring our first Root Truth - God's Word Leads Me to Him and His TruthI - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, our second Root Truth! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References:2 Timothy 3:16-17James 1:22Resources & Links:A Bible Reading Plan to Help You HEAR From God | Robby GallatyTeaching Kids How To Study the Bible with Donnie ThadenNIV Life Application BibleThe Bible Handbook, Daily Grace Co.

Welcome, Church Fam!This week on The Dig we will...D - Deepen our understanding on this past week's Sunday School lesson, answering the question... What does it mean to glorify God?I - Ignite curiosity for what we'll learn on Sunday, our first Root Truth! G - Grow as fruitful, God-glorifying disciples in our time of discussion and learning together!Scripture References1 Corinthians 10:31Psalm 119

Let's DIG into Season 1, Church Fam!This season will be all about our 10 Root Truths! These are the curriculum focus for the Lil' Roots and Youth Roots Fall 2025 Sunday School Curriculum. Check them out here!

Hey Church Fam! Welcome to The Dig!Listen in and learn about the vision behind this podcast!We're so glad you're here!