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EPISODE · Jul 30, 2026 · 31 MIN

When God Feels Far Away with Jon Sexton

from Rooted & Radiant · host Ashley Glover

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. Chapters00:00 Introduction: Trusting God in Difficult Seasons01:54 Jon Sexton's Journey of Faith and Entrepreneurship03:47 Dealing with Loss and Feeling Far from God06:41 Challenges with Church and Faith Community08:38 Practical Habits to Stay Connected to God10:27 The Power of Prayer and Discipline12:17 Resources for Rebuilding Faith15:28 The Role of Rejection and Hardship in Growth18:00 Overcoming Rejection in Music and Business21:21 Lessons Learned from Hard Seasons23:19 Encouragement for Those Feeling Distant from God26:01 Closing Prayer and Final WordsConnect with JonInstagram: @jon.sextonLTK: https://linktr.ee/Jon.sexton Stay Connected: Follow the podcast for new episodes every Thursday. Instagram: @rootedandradiantpodTikTok: @simplyashcash

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