Little Shoots, Deep Roots

By: Christie Thomas
  • Summary

  • Welcome to Little Shoots, Deep Roots, where we become faith gardeners, cultivating deep Christ-centered faith in our families one little habit at a time. Each month we'll dive into one spiritual habit. One is a solo show with Christie Thomas, digging into why that habit is important and how to realistically get it into your day, no matter what your family life looks like. The other episode is an interview with a parent who's seen fruit of starting LITTLE with that particular habit. Always check the show notes for additional resources from Little Shoots, Deep Roots.
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Episodes
  • How to Confidently Share the Gospel with Your Kids
    Apr 3 2025

    If someone sat down next to you and asked "what do Christians believe?" ...where would you start? Would you hem and haw or would you jump right in?


    In this episode, you'll hear the story of my first stuttering time I had to explain the Gospel, and I'll share a biblical framework for how to explain the Gospel to anyone, whether it's your child or some dude off the street.


    Learn how to confidently communicate the message of Jesus, explore creative and engaging methods to teach the gospel, and find out how to incorporate this essential truth into discipline moments. Whether you're a seasoned believer or new to sharing your faith, this episode equips you to nurture a gospel-centered home.


    In this episode:

    • Understanding the full gospel beyond just sin-management
    • Creative ways to engage your kids with the gospel message
    • Building a habit of gospel sharing in everyday life
    • Practical examples for discipline moments


    FULL EPISODE PAGE (with transcript)


    📚 FOLLOW-UP RESOURCES:

    1. Free Gospel Printables
    2. Family Bible Study: "Clues of the Good News"


    Subscribe for practical tips, real parent interviews, and encouragement as we become faith gardeners together!

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    19 mins
  • Beyond Memorization: How to Truly Meditate on Scripture with Kayla Alonso
    Mar 20 2025

    Welcome to Little Shoots Deep Roots - where we become faith gardeners, cultivating deep faith in our families one little habit at a time.


    Let's dig into the profound impact of Bible memory with special guest Kayla Alonzo, founder of Baby Devotions. Explore enriching techniques for scripture meditation, hear about unique practices, and discover how to make Bible memorization a joyful and meaningful experience for the whole family.


    Kayla Alonso is a Minnesota Mama of 3 littles, and the founder of Baby Devotions. When she's not wrestling a toddler, she can be found drinking strong coffee, reading a good book, or exploring a nature center. You can follow her family's faith journey at ⁠www.babydevotions.com⁠.


    Discover how Kayla transformed her approach to scripture memory from rote recitation to deep meditation, making it a powerful tool for both verbal and non-verbal children to connect with their faith. Whether you're looking for new ways to incorporate faith into daily life or seeking inspiration to make scripture stick, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips.


    ✨ IN THIS EPISODE:

    • The shift from memorizing to meditating on scripture
    • Creative methods for engaging non-verbal children, including sensory play and music
    • Overcoming challenges with fun, family-friendly practices
    • Kayla's personal journey and innovative Bible memory resources


    EPISODE PAGE (including transcript)


    📚 FOLLOW-UP RESOURCES:

    1. Snail Mail Club: Check out Kayla's Bible memory snail mail kits (Use code LITTLESHOOTS for 10% off your order!)
    2. ⁠Free Memory Verse Poster
    3. ⁠New Creation - Family Bible Study and Prayer Journal
    4. Kayla's English scripture playlist and Spanish Scripture Playlist


    Subscribe on your favorite listening platform for practical tips, real parent interviews, and encouragement as we become faith gardeners together!

    #BibleMemory #ScriptureMeditation #ChristianParenting #FamilyFaith #FaithGardening #ChristianPodcast #ParentingPodcast

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    28 mins
  • How to Make Bible Memory a Family Habit...Even if You're Terrible at Memorizing
    Mar 7 2025

    Welcome to Little Shoots Deep Roots - where we become faith gardeners, cultivating deep faith in our families one little habit at a time.


    ✨ In this episode:

    • A powerful story of overcoming childhood anxiety with scripture
    • Using the Faith Growth Cycle for a new Bible memory habit
    • Five sustainable steps for making Bible memory a habit
    • Creative ways to deepen and celebrate your family's scripture journey

    📚 FOLLOW-UP RESOURCES:

    1. ⁠Free Memory Verse Poster
    2. ⁠New Creation - Family Bible Study and Prayer Journal
    3. Get the Book: ⁠Little Habits, Big Faith⁠


    Subscribe for practical tips, real parent interviews, and encouragement as we become faith gardeners together!

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    16 mins

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