Rooted & Radiant

Ashley Glover

I’m a follower of Jesus who’s passionate about living with purpose, growing through every season, and creating a life that reflects the calling God has placed on me. I love all things faith, fitness, meaningful conversations, good food, and helping people grow in confidence and purpose. Through Rooted & Radiant, you’ll find honest and unfiltered conversations about faith, relationships, healing, personal growth, mental health, and navigating real life with God at the center. My prayer is that every episode leaves you feeling encouraged, challenged, seen, and reminded that you’re not walking through life alone. ✨

  1. Aug 6

    You’re Not Alone Series: From Brokenness to Purpose with Leslie Jackson

    Welcome to the first episode of the You’re Not Alone series. In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Leslie L. Jackson: author, speaker, retired U.S. Air Force veteran, and devoted mother. Leslie shares her incredible journey from brokenness to purpose, reminding us that no matter how dark the season, God is able to redeem every part of our story. Together, we discuss healing, identity, resilience, and the life-changing power of reaching for community when you need it most. Through biblical truth, authentic storytelling, and unwavering faith, Leslie offers hope to anyone wondering if God can still use their pain for a greater purpose. If you’ve ever felt alone, discouraged, or like your story was too broken to be redeemed, this conversation is for you. Remember, you’re not alone. In this episode, we discuss: • Moving from brokenness to purpose• Finding hope through life’s hardest seasons• The importance of community and asking for help• Discovering your identity in Christ• God’s faithfulness in the middle of pain• Walking confidently in your God-given purpose About Leslie Leslie L. Jackson is an author, speaker, retired U.S. Air Force veteran, and devoted mother. She brings a unique voice of resilience, compassion, leadership, and unwavering faith to audiences seeking hope, healing, and renewed purpose through life’s most difficult seasons. Through biblical truth, authentic storytelling, and practical encouragement, Leslie inspires people to embrace their God-given identity, overcome brokenness, and walk confidently in the transforming power of Jesus Christ. Stay Connected with Leslie 📖 Diamond in the Roughdiamondintheroughbook.com (http://diamondintheroughbook.com/) 📱 Instagram: @ditrbook Stay Connected 🎙️ Instagram: @rootedandradiantpod✨ Personal: @simplyashcash If this episode encouraged you, I’d love for you to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that they’re not alone. Your support helps these conversations reach the people who need them most.

  2. Jul 30

    When God Feels Far Away with Jon Sexton

    In this episode of Rooted & Radiant, I sit down with entrepreneur, business leader, and father of three boy, Jon Sexton, for an honest conversation about faith, perseverance. and learning to trust God even when his presence feels distant. Together, we explore what it means to keep showing up in faith, navigate uncertainty, and trust that God is still working even we can't see it. If you've ever wrestled with doubt, felt stuck in a waiting season, or wondered where God is in the middle of your story, this conversation is for you. About Jon: Jon Sexton is an entrepreneur, business leader, and father of three boys whose career has spanned fitness, real estate, television, construction, and technology. His passion is leading with purpose and encouraging others to trust God through every season. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Trusting God in Difficult Seasons 01:54 Jon Sexton's Journey of Faith and Entrepreneurship 03:47 Dealing with Loss and Feeling Far from God 06:41 Challenges with Church and Faith Community 08:38 Practical Habits to Stay Connected to God 10:27 The Power of Prayer and Discipline 12:17 Resources for Rebuilding Faith 15:28 The Role of Rejection and Hardship in Growth 18:00 Overcoming Rejection in Music and Business 21:21 Lessons Learned from Hard Seasons 23:19 Encouragement for Those Feeling Distant from God 26:01 Closing Prayer and Final Words Connect with Jon Instagram: @jon.sexton LTK: https://linktr.ee/Jon.sexton Stay Connected: Follow the podcast for new episodes every Thursday. Instagram: @rootedandradiantpod TikTok: @simplyashcash

  3. Jul 23

    Joy In The Middle

    What if joy isn’t waiting for you on the other side of the breakthrough? So often we tell ourselves, “I’ll be happy when…” When the job comes through. When the relationship works out. When life finally feels settled. But what if God is inviting us to experience His joy right here, in the middle of the waiting? In this episode, we’re talking about the difference between happiness and biblical joy, why we don’t have to put our lives on pause while we wait for answered prayers, and practical ways to cultivate joy even when life feels uncertain. If you’ve been walking through a season of transition, disappointment, or simply wondering where God is, my prayer is that this conversation reminds you that His presence hasn’t left you. He is still working, even in the middle of your story. In this episode, we’ll cover: The difference between happiness and biblical joyWhy you don’t have to wait for the finish line to experience God’s goodnessFive practical ways to choose joy this weekScriptures to anchor your heart in seasons of waitingHow God’s presence becomes the source of lasting joyScriptures referenced: James 1:2-41 Thessalonians 5:16-18Psalm 16:11Nehemiah 8:10 Let’s stay connected! 🤍 Follow the podcast so you never miss a new episode every Thursday. 🎙️ Instagram: @rootedandradiantpod ✨ TikTok: @simplyashcash If this episode encouraged you, I’d love for you to leave a rating and review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with someone who could use the reminder that joy isn’t just found at the end of the journey. Sometimes it’s discovered one faithful step at a time.

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About

I’m a follower of Jesus who’s passionate about living with purpose, growing through every season, and creating a life that reflects the calling God has placed on me. I love all things faith, fitness, meaningful conversations, good food, and helping people grow in confidence and purpose. Through Rooted & Radiant, you’ll find honest and unfiltered conversations about faith, relationships, healing, personal growth, mental health, and navigating real life with God at the center. My prayer is that every episode leaves you feeling encouraged, challenged, seen, and reminded that you’re not walking through life alone. ✨