EPISODE SUMMARY:

In this episode of Rooted, hosts Josie and Symone are joined by their hometown Pastor John Nau from Solid Rock Church. They dive deep into John's inspiring journey of faith, overcoming physical and emotional challenges, and his path to becoming a pastor. From battling a childhood illness that left him partially paralyzed to planting a church and guiding a new generation in Christ, John shares raw, heartfelt insights on trusting God through every season of life. He also provides valuable wisdom on relationships, leadership, and the importance of building a legacy for the next generation. This episode is packed with faith-based wisdom that will inspire and challenge listeners to trust Jesus not just with their eternity but with their day-to-day lives.

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• [00:00] – Welcome and Introduction
• [02:20] – John's Childhood and Family Background: Growing up, small-town adventures, and family influences.
• [08:35] – God's Calling and Pastoral Journey: John shares how he never planned to be a pastor or plant a church.
• [14:10] – Overcoming Physical Illness: John recounts his battle with Bell’s Palsy, the medical treatments he underwent, and how it affected him emotionally.
• [25:50] – Trusting God in Difficult Seasons: How John learned to trust God through his illness, despite not being healed as expected.
• [32:45] – The Journey of Church Planting: John discusses how he was called to plant a church and the challenges and blessings of this process.
• [41:30] – Relationship Advice for Young People: Insights on navigating dating, guarding your heart, and finding identity in Christ.
• [50:05] – The Importance of Legacy: Building a foundation for the next generation and passing down wisdom.
• [57:40] – Final Thoughts and Encouragement: John’s closing advice about trusting Jesus with every aspect of life.
• [59:00] – Closing Remarks

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1. “If you can trust Jesus with your eternity, can you not also trust Him with every part of your life?”​
2. "In our weaknesses, we often see God's strength shine the most."​
3. "I never planned to be a pastor or plant a church, but God had a different plan for my life, and I had to trust Him."
4. "I remember seeing my face on screen, and that’s when insecurity took root in me. But God had a purpose in it."​
5. "We may not always get the healing we expect, but that doesn’t change God’s goodness."
6. “Your worth isn’t found in a relationship or someone else’s approval. It’s found in Christ alone.”
7. "Our ceiling should be the next generation's floor – let’s pass down wisdom, not mistakes."
8. “Jesus doesn’t just care about your eternity—He cares about your life right now, every aspect of it.”
9. "When we step out in faith, it’s not about knowing the outcome but trusting the One who calls us."​
10. “If you’re still in the middle of the hurt, it doesn’t mean the truth of God’s goodness isn’t real. It just means you’re not healed enough to receive it yet.”​

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