Scripture of the Day: Psalm 1 & Jeremiah 17:7–8
Series Theme: Abiding: Planted and Thriving in Busy Seasons

You’re doing your best to keep things together but life keeps throwing curveballs. The podcast didn’t record. The kids are melting down. Your prayers feel unanswered. You wonder: Is this all worth it? Is this season wasted?

What if growth isn’t about instant fruit...but about hidden roots?

In today’s episode of Wake Up Loved, we look at a beautiful Bible metaphor from Psalm 1 and Jeremiah 17 that reveals what it means to be spiritually planted. Even in drought. Even in disappointment. Even when everything looks dry.

We’ll talk about what it means to grow in hidden places, how to respond when life doesn’t go your way, and why your worth isn’t defined by how "productive" you seem right now. You'll also hear a funny (and frustrating!) personal story of a podcast gone wrong, a word for anyone navigating criticism or hard seasons, and encouragement to believe: God is still working beneath the surface.

Have you ever wondered if God sees your struggle even when there's no visible fruit?
Can you relate to feeling like you're giving it your all, but it’s still not enough?

You’re not alone. This episode offers spiritual grounding for uncertain days and permission to flourish in your becoming, not just your doing.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 0:00 – Welcome & Overview
• 0:59 – Mindfulness Moment (deep breathing)
• 1:33 – Opening Prayer
• 2:29 – Background and Relevance of Today’s Bible Passages
• 3:39 – Daily Bible Reading – Psalm 1 & Jeremiah 17:7–8
• 5:15 – Reflections Begin – Rooted even in prolonged seasons of drought
• 5:47 – Personal Story – Podcast glitch and grace in unexpected outcomes
• 6:57 – How to Deal with Unfair Criticism
• 8:30 – Personal Story – How to not be manipulated by others
• 10:06 – You Are Still Growing – Even when fruit is unseen
• 12:17 – Daily Journaling & Planning – Where do your roots feel strong or thirsty?
• 15:07 – Closing Prayer

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