In this episode of Rooted and Resilient, we enter the story of Jochebed, the mother of Moses, a woman who faced an impossible choice in a time of fear and uncertainty. Her faith led her to take a step that would change history—but not in the way anyone expected.

For older Christian women (over 50, or even 60!), Jochebed’s journey may feels familiar. Whether you’re navigating the empty nest, stepping into retirement, experiencing loss, or simply wondering what’s next, you know the tension of wanting to hold on while life asks you to release.

What does it really look like to trust God in those moments? And how can letting go open the door to a deeper purpose in this season of life?

Join me as we uncover the truths hidden in Jochebed’s story—one that speaks directly to older Christian women who long to rediscover peace, courage, and renewed purpose in life’s changing seasons.

What if the quiet choices you make today could change history tomorrow? In this episode of Rooted & Resilient, we dive into the story of Shiphrah and Puah—two ordinary women who found extraordinary courage when Pharaoh, the most powerful man in Egypt, commanded them to do the unthinkable.

These midwives, women who spent their days bringing life into the world, were told to take life instead. But Shiphrah and Puah feared God more than Pharaoh, and their quiet act of defiance became part of God’s greater plan for Israel’s deliverance. Their story is a powerful reminder that God sees, God honors, and He can use even the smallest acts of faith to make a lasting impact.

If you’re a Christian woman over 50, navigating an empty nest, stepping into new seasons, or longing to rediscover your God-given purpose, this story is especially for you. Like Shiphrah and Puah, you may sometimes feel overlooked or ordinary, but your faith, your obedience, and your courage are never invisible to God.

Rooted & Resilient is a podcast for Christian women who want biblical encouragement, renewed confidence, and a reminder that God isn’t finished with their story yet. Join host Jennifer Carter as she unpacks the stories of invisible women of the Bible who show us what it means to live with courage, faith, and resilience in every season of life.

Ever felt stuck dealing with someone whose behavior is selfish, foolish, or just plain exhausting? Maybe it’s a spouse, an adult child, a parent or a boss—someone you can’t easily walk away from, but their actions keep dragging you down.

In this episode, we dive into the story of Abigail and David. Abigail was married to a man who was arrogant, unwise, and downright dangerous. She had to tread a challenging path each and every day.

If you’re in a season of transition—facing divorce, an empty nest, life after loss, or just wondering who you are now—I believe Abigail’s story will resonate with you.

Abigail's story reminds us that, just because no one claps for your obedience, it doesn’t mean God isn’t watching—and working things for your good.

If you feel tired of doing the right thing with no recognition ... if you’ve been holding it all together … if you’re weary from doing the right thing and wondering if God sees any of it… this episode is for you.

Because in the end, God didn’t just sort things out for Abigail—He did something she never could’ve seen coming.

Come and hear what happened in her story. I hope it’ll speak right to your heart.

Have you ever felt like you’re waiting for someone to notice you? To give you permission? To say, “Yes, you’re the one for this”?

In this powerful episode of Rooted & Resilient, we meet Deborah and Jael—two courageous women of the Bible who didn’t wait for approval to step into what God had already called them to. Their story speaks directly to Christian women over 50 who are navigating divorce, empty nest, life after loss, or simply wondering, Is it too late for God to use me?

Spoiler: It’s not.

If you’ve ever:

• Wondered if your best contributions are behind you

• Felt overlooked or underestimated in church, family, or life

• Longed to lead, but hesitated because no one officially invited you

Then friend, this message is for you.

We’ll walk through the bold leadership of Deborah, a prophetess and judge, and the surprising strength of Jael, a woman who took action when the moment called for it. You’ll hear how they both said yes to God’s call—without apology, without credentials, and without permission from anyone but God Himself.

This is encouragement for the woman who:

• Feels called, but isn’t sure she qualifies

• Has gifts that have gone unused for far too long

• Is ready to believe that God’s not finished with her story

If you're in your 50s, 60s or beyond and wondering what’s next, I want you to know: your wisdom, your scars, and your faithfulness are not disqualifications—they're your anointing.

So grab your cuppa, and come sit with me as we talk about courage, calling, and what happens when we lead without waiting for permission—because when God has already said yes, that's all the approval you need.

We’ve all heard the story—Martha in the kitchen, Mary at Jesus’ feet. One was doing the right thing, one was too busy and was in the wrong … but what if there’s more to this story than we’ve been taught?

In this episode of Rooted & Resilient, we’re diving into Martha’s world—one full of expectations, distractions, and a quiet ache to be seen.

If you’re a Christian woman over 50, navigating empty nest, divorce recovery, or simply wondering where you fit now that life looks different—this conversation is for you.

This isn’t just biblical commentary. It’s real-life Biblical encouragement for women who’ve lived through some stuff—grief, change, loneliness, and seasons that didn’t go as planned.

What does Martha's story really say to women feeling unappreciated, burned out, or quietly wondering if their faithfulness behind the scenes even matters?

If you’ve been the one holding the family together, carrying responsibilities no one sees, or questioning whether God still has a purpose for you—this episode will speak to your heart.

Because this isn’t a message about doing less—or about doing more. It's about what Jesus sees in you.

So take a deep breath, pour yourself a cuppa, and join me as we explore Martha’s story—maybe in a way you’ve never heard before.

Because friend, you are not invisible, you are not alone, and God isn’t finished with your story yet.

In this powerful episode of Rooted & Resilient, we meet Hannah—a woman who knew the ache of unfulfilled longing, the heaviness of delayed hope, and the courage it takes to surrender your deepest desires to God.

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Through Hannah’s pain, persistent prayer, and ultimate surrender, we’ll uncover timeless truths about:

• What to do when it feels like life is passing you by

• The power of pouring out raw, honest emotion before God

• Why letting go isn’t failure—it’s faith

• How your heartbreak might be the seed of something bigger than you imagine

If you’re in a season of starting over, rebuilding your identity, or seeking purpose in midlife, this episode will offer more than just encouragement—it will remind you that God sees you, He hears you, and He honors your faithfulness, even when the waiting feels unbearable.

Your pain is not the end of your story. Like Hannah, your faith may just change everything—not only for you, and for generations to come.

In episode 4 of our series, Invisible Women of the Bible, we meet the Widow of Zarephath—a woman at the end of her resources, facing hunger, heartbreak, and hopelessness. But what happens when faith meets fear?

Are you in a season where it feels like you’re running on empty? Maybe your finances are tight, your energy is low, or your faith is hanging by a thread.

Maybe you're navigating life after divorce, living solo in your empty nest, or quietly wondering if God still sees you—or has a purpose for you in this next chapter.

In today’s episode, we explore how God met an unnamed widow in her moment of greatest need—and what her story means for you and me as Christian women navigating change, loss, and new beginnings.

Join me, Jennifer Carter, as we dive into this powerful Bible story from 1 Kings 17.

At every season of life, we get opportunities to start over - but what can the women of the Bible teach us as we move forward?

Whether you’re navigating an empty nest, divorce, retirement, or just asking “What now, Lord?” — this episode is for you.

In this introduction to season 1 of the Rooted & Resilient podcast, host Jennifer Carter invites older Christian women into the stories of often-overlooked women in the Bible — women like Ruth, Hagar, Martha, and Hannah — who faced real struggles, identity shifts, and uncertain futures... and yet were seen, loved, and used by God.

Through their stories, we’ll explore what it looks like to start over with courage, faith, and (yes) a bit of gumption — no matter your age or stage of life.