{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6622be675594200013592899/69c86208b99173277136b540?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"EP50 - Faith in the Waiting, Life After College, and Trusting God | Josie & Symone Q&A","description":"<h3>EPISODE SUMMARY:</h3><p>In this milestone <strong>Episode 50</strong> of the Rooted Podcast, sisters <strong>Josie and Symone</strong> answer listener-submitted questions in an honest, faith-filled Q&amp;A conversation. From lighthearted topics like dream cars and favorite fictional worlds to deeper reflections on adulthood, post-grad life, health trials, and trusting God in seasons of waiting, this episode blends joy, wisdom, and spiritual depth.</p><p><br></p><p>Josie and Symone share personal stories about navigating transitions, learning to ask for help, cultivating humility, and remaining rooted in Christ when life feels uncertain. They explore powerful biblical themes from <strong>Ruth, Daniel, and Matthew 6</strong>, reminding listeners that even when it feels like nothing is happening, <strong>God is still working — and day 41 is coming</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re in college, post-grad, or simply walking through a waiting season, this episode will encourage you to fix your eyes on Jesus, steward your heart wisely, and trust God’s timing.</p><p><br></p><p>—----------------------</p><p><br></p><h3>TIMESTAMP SUMMARY:</h3><p><strong>00:00 – Welcome to Episode 50</strong></p><p> Celebrating 50 episodes and introducing the Q&amp;A format</p><p><br></p><p><strong>01:20 – Dream Cars &amp; Fun Icebreakers</strong></p><p> Pink Broncos, Teslas, and classic vs. modern taste</p><p><br></p><p><strong>04:10 – The Perfect Burger Debate</strong></p><p> Grass-fed burgers, lettuce wraps, sweet potato fries, and Chick-fil-A sauce.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>07:10 – New Year’s Resolutions &amp; Reading Goals</strong></p><p> Reading habits, presence, humility, and learning to listen.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>11:20 – Fictional Worlds We’d Live In</strong></p><p> Star Wars, Toy Story, mermaids, and childhood imagination.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>14:45 – Favorite Bible Stories Right Now</strong></p><p> Ruth’s “God-wink” moments and Daniel’s prayer-filled confidence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>20:05 – Childhood Secrets &amp; Made-Up Language</strong></p><p> A sibling language that’s still used today.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>22:10 – Hardest Trials &amp; Faith Formation</strong></p><p> Post-grad life, health challenges, comparison, and freedom in Christ.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>30:05 – What’s Bringing Joy Right Now</strong></p><p> Community, movement, friendships, and being intentional with joy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>32:55 – Second Favorite States (After Hawaii)</strong></p><p> Utah, California, travel memories, and God’s creativity.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>36:10 – Advice to Our Younger Selves</strong></p><p> Trust Jesus, release stress, and choose rest over anxiety.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>39:20 – The Rooted Question: One Piece of Truth</strong></p><p> Treasuring Jesus, trusting God in the waiting, and hope for “day 41.”</p><p><br></p><p><strong>42:00 – Closing Encouragement &amp; Farewell</strong></p><p><br></p><p>—----------------------</p><p><br></p><h3>NOTABLE QUOTES:</h3><p><br></p><ul><li>“Reading is like downloading someone else’s wisdom while avoiding their mistakes.”</li><li>“My name means one who listens — and I want to live that out.”</li><li>“It just so happened… but really, God was working.”</li><li>“You can choose to be stressed, or you can choose to be at rest.”</li><li>“Don’t be afraid to ask for help — people want to help you.”</li><li>“The only thing that matters is God’s opinion of me.”</li><li>“Working out with people recharges me — community matters.”</li><li>“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”</li><li>“Even when it feels like nothing is happening, God is working.”</li><li>“If it feels like day 40 — day 41 is coming.”</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>-------------------</em></p><p><br></p><h3>RESOURCES MENTIONED:</h3><ul><li><strong><em>Book:</em></strong><em> Single, Dating, Engaged, Married by Ben Stuart</em></li><li><strong><em>Bible Passages: </em></strong><em>Ruth 2:3, Daniel 2, Matthew 6:21</em></li><li><strong><em>Concepts:</em></strong><em> Bible-in-a-Year reading plan</em></li><li><strong><em>Organizations &amp; Places: </em></strong><em>YMCA (community &amp; fitness)</em></li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>-------------------</em></p><p><br></p><h3>FOLLOW &amp; SUPPORT ROOTED</h3><p><em>Instagram: https://instagram.com/rootedtoprosper</em></p><p><em>YouTube: https://youtube.com/rootedtoprosper</em></p><p><em>Support:</em><a href=\"https://bio.site/rootedtoprosper\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em> https://bio.site/rootedtoprosper</em></a></p><p><br></p><p><em>-------------------</em></p>","author_name":"Josie & Symone"}