Rooted & Refined Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:38:28 -0400 https://rootedrefined.com/podcast-2/ en-us © 2026 Rooted & Refined yes 2668b2d5-bbfe-5b51-810d-dfbde37e4746 Evangeline episodic false Welcome to Rooted & Refined, a private community for women who value faith, elegance, culture, and intentional living.

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  • Purposeful living in every season of life
]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Evangeline https://storage.buzzsprout.com/bb8wfm3zmya4xzfd6ccyl0b4a1y2?.jpg Rooted & Refined https://rootedrefined.com/podcast-2/ How God Turns Fear into Faith | The Story of Gideon How God Turns Fear into Faith | The Story of Gideon Have you ever felt unqualified, afraid, or unsure of your purpose? The story of Gideon in Judges 6–8 reveals how God uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. In this video, you’ll learn:

• Why God called Gideon while he was hiding in fear
• How God strengthens weak and growing faith
• Why God reduced Gideon’s army to only 300 men
• How obedience leads to victory—even when it doesn’t make sense
This powerful biblical lesson will encourage you to trust God’s calling, even when you feel unprepared.

Scripture: Judges 6:11 –40

Theme: Trusting God in seasons of fear and uncertainty
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]]> Have you ever felt unqualified, afraid, or unsure of your purpose? The story of Gideon in Judges 6–8 reveals how God uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. In this video, you’ll learn:

• Why God called Gideon while he was hiding in fear
• How God strengthens weak and growing faith
• Why God reduced Gideon’s army to only 300 men
• How obedience leads to victory—even when it doesn’t make sense
This powerful biblical lesson will encourage you to trust God’s calling, even when you feel unprepared.

Scripture: Judges 6:11 –40

Theme: Trusting God in seasons of fear and uncertainty
Subscribe for more Bible studies, faith encouragement, and Christ-centered teaching.

]]> Evangeline Buzzsprout-18695513 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:00:00 -0500 750 full false Finding Wisdom from God: Hear His Voice and Make Godly Decisions Finding Wisdom from God: Hear His Voice and Make Godly Decisions Do you want God’s guidance in your life? Wondering how to make the right decisions that align with His will? In this video, we explore how to find wisdom from God, hear His voice, and make godly choices in every area of your life.

Learn practical steps to:
- Seek wisdom through prayer and Scripture
- Discern Godly guidance from worldly advice
- Listen to the Holy Spirit for clarity
- Apply Godly wisdom in everyday life

Scriptures referenced:
Proverbs 2:6 | James 1:5 | Proverbs 3:5–6 | 1 Corinthians 1:25 | James 3:17

***God promises to give wisdom generously—ask today and receive it!***

]]> Do you want God’s guidance in your life? Wondering how to make the right decisions that align with His will? In this video, we explore how to find wisdom from God, hear His voice, and make godly choices in every area of your life.

Learn practical steps to:
- Seek wisdom through prayer and Scripture
- Discern Godly guidance from worldly advice
- Listen to the Holy Spirit for clarity
- Apply Godly wisdom in everyday life

Scriptures referenced:
Proverbs 2:6 | James 1:5 | Proverbs 3:5–6 | 1 Corinthians 1:25 | James 3:17

***God promises to give wisdom generously—ask today and receive it!***

]]> Evangeline Buzzsprout-18572368 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 19:00:00 -0500 424 1 5 full false God is not the author of suffering: Understanding Generational Bondage God is not the author of suffering: Understanding Generational Bondage God is not the author of evil, pain, or temptation. Scripture clearly reveals His character as loving, faithful, and perfectly good. James 1:13–17 teaches that God does not tempt anyone, nor does evil come from Him—every good and perfect gift comes from above. 1 John 4:8 reminds us that God is love, not the source of harm or destruction. Deuteronomy 32:4affirms that all His ways are just, faithful, and without wrongdoing.

At times, suffering can be the result of living in a broken world, personal choices, or even generational bondage and inherited patterns of sin, not the hand of God. Scripture shows that consequences can travel through families when cycles remain unaddressed, but God’s desire is always redemption, healing, and freedom—not affliction.

This teaching invites you to renew your understanding of who God truly is, separate His holy character from the brokenness of the world, and anchor your faith in the truth of His goodness, justice, and unfailing love.

]]> God is not the author of evil, pain, or temptation. Scripture clearly reveals His character as loving, faithful, and perfectly good. James 1:13–17 teaches that God does not tempt anyone, nor does evil come from Him—every good and perfect gift comes from above. 1 John 4:8 reminds us that God is love, not the source of harm or destruction. Deuteronomy 32:4affirms that all His ways are just, faithful, and without wrongdoing.

At times, suffering can be the result of living in a broken world, personal choices, or even generational bondage and inherited patterns of sin, not the hand of God. Scripture shows that consequences can travel through families when cycles remain unaddressed, but God’s desire is always redemption, healing, and freedom—not affliction.

This teaching invites you to renew your understanding of who God truly is, separate His holy character from the brokenness of the world, and anchor your faith in the truth of His goodness, justice, and unfailing love.

]]> Evangeline Buzzsprout-18544258 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0500 396 1 4 full false God is not the author of suffering; Understanding God’s True Character God is not the author of suffering; Understanding God’s True Character In this podcast we address a common misunderstanding about God and suffering. I answer 4 questions to help us understand how the origin of suffering does not point to God but it points to the enemy. 

1. Who is God as it relates to suffering 
2. What is the origin of Suffer
3. Why does God allow suffering 
4. What do you do when you are going through a hard season of suffering?

God is not the author of evil, pain, or temptation. Scripture clearly reveals His character as loving, faithful, and perfectly good. Using James 1:13–17, we learn that God does not tempt anyone, nor does evil come from Him—every good and perfect gift comes from above. 1 John 4:8 reminds us that God is love, not the source of harm or destruction. And Deuteronomy 32:4 affirms that all His ways are just, faithful, and without wrongdoing.

This teaching invites you to renew your understanding of who God truly is, separate His character from the brokenness of the world, and anchor your faith in the truth

]]> In this podcast we address a common misunderstanding about God and suffering. I answer 4 questions to help us understand how the origin of suffering does not point to God but it points to the enemy. 

1. Who is God as it relates to suffering 
2. What is the origin of Suffer
3. Why does God allow suffering 
4. What do you do when you are going through a hard season of suffering?

God is not the author of evil, pain, or temptation. Scripture clearly reveals His character as loving, faithful, and perfectly good. Using James 1:13–17, we learn that God does not tempt anyone, nor does evil come from Him—every good and perfect gift comes from above. 1 John 4:8 reminds us that God is love, not the source of harm or destruction. And Deuteronomy 32:4 affirms that all His ways are just, faithful, and without wrongdoing.

This teaching invites you to renew your understanding of who God truly is, separate His character from the brokenness of the world, and anchor your faith in the truth

]]> Evangeline Buzzsprout-18493315 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500 472 1 3 full false Out of context - Misusing God’s Word Out of context - Misusing God’s Word Many take these verses out of context. Paul spoke to believers—those surrendered to Christ. God’s promises are for those in a loving relationship with Him, not based on works, but on a pure heart expressed through prayer, worship, studying the Word, and aligning with His purpose. When surrendered to Jesus, you can declare authority over the enemy. Satan seeks to destroy, so live repentant and in God’s will.

]]> Many take these verses out of context. Paul spoke to believers—those surrendered to Christ. God’s promises are for those in a loving relationship with Him, not based on works, but on a pure heart expressed through prayer, worship, studying the Word, and aligning with His purpose. When surrendered to Jesus, you can declare authority over the enemy. Satan seeks to destroy, so live repentant and in God’s will.

]]> Evangeline Buzzsprout-18452249 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0500 644 1 2 full false Total Surrender to God | Letting go is so hard! Total Surrender to God | Letting go is so hard! Are you holding on to something God is asking you to release? In this episode, I share personal reflections on learning to surrender control and trust God’s direction. We explore what the Bible teaches about surrender, why it is strength—not weakness—and how peace begins when we yield to God’s will. If you’re in a season of waiting, wrestling, or seeking clarity, this message is for you. 📖 Proverbs 3:5–6

]]> Are you holding on to something God is asking you to release? In this episode, I share personal reflections on learning to surrender control and trust God’s direction. We explore what the Bible teaches about surrender, why it is strength—not weakness—and how peace begins when we yield to God’s will. If you’re in a season of waiting, wrestling, or seeking clarity, this message is for you. 📖 Proverbs 3:5–6

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