Launch Your Rocket with Jen Smith
Want to live with more purpose, peace, and fire for life? š Youāre in the right place. This podcast is for people who are hungry for moreā More meaning. More direction. More truth. But donāt feel like they fit in the typical faith or self-help worlds.
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Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
5 min
Are negative thoughts running your life? In this episode of Weekend Wisdom, Jen Smith shows you how to stop the spiral of anxiety, fear, and self-doubtāand reclaim your mind and your heart with truth from Godās Word.
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Key Verse:
2 Corinthians 10:5 "Take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ."
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Youāll Learn:
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How to identify and reject the lies the world feeds you
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How to replace fear and doubt with Scripture-based truth
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How to repeat truth until it becomes your new default
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Simple steps to reclaim your identity and peace
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Weekend Wisdom
00:18 Understanding Negative Thoughts
01:22 Identifying and Rejecting Lies
02:21 Replacing Lies with God's Truth
03:19 Reinforcing the Truth
03:54 Finding Guidance and Support
04:49 Conclusion and Additional Resources
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šļø God doesnāt want you stuck in toxic thoughts. You were made for more.
Let this be your guide to mental clarity, spiritual strength, and emotional breakthrough.
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BONUS: Visit launchyourrocket.com for B-101 (Bible Basics), a course designed to help you find truth in God's Wordāno experience needed.
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š² Follow @launchyourrocket on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube šļø Shows: Weekend Wisdom | Elevate | Truth Behind the Trend

Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
4 min
āFollow your heart.ā
āTrust your gut.ā
āDo what feels right.ā
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The world shouts this message everywhereābut what if itās actually leading you the wrong way?
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In this episode of Rocket Fuel, Jen Smith flips the feel-good advice and brings you a deeper truth: Your feelings can lie. But Godās wisdom? It never will.
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This isnāt about shaming your instincts. Itās about upgrading them with Godās unshakable guidance. If youāre tired of making decisions based on confusion, emotion, or impulse, this episode is your wake-up call to pause and ask the only One who always gets it right.
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Key Scriptures:
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Proverbs 3:5-6 ā āTrust in the Lord completely⦠He will direct your steps.ā
James 1:5 ā āIf you want to know what God wants you to do, ask Himā¦ā
Psalm 32:8 ā āI will guide you along the best pathā¦ā
Ecclesiastes 10:10 ā āWisdom makes the work easier.ā
Proverbs 16:9 ā āWe make our plans, but God directs our steps.ā
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Youāll Learn:
Why feelings and gut instincts canāt always be trusted
How to sharpen your decisions with Godās wisdom
What the Bible says about guidance and success
A simple mindset shift to go from impulse ā insight
How to start hearing from God, even if youāre new to faith
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š² Follow on Instagram & TikTok: @launchyourrocket
š Courses + community + Bible 101: launchyourrocket.com
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Rocket Fuel
00:08 Trusting Yourself vs. Trusting God
00:21 The Fallibility of Feelings
00:59 The Steadiness of God's Wisdom
01:07 Biblical Guidance for Decision Making
01:34 The Power of Asking God
02:17 Wisdom in Action
02:44 God's Superior Plans
02:58 Practical Steps to Seek Wisdom
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Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
4 min
"Life is short, spend it wisely." ā Mel Robbins is not wrong, but she's just an inch from the truth, which is a mile from freedom. š Sheād probably agree with me on thisāliving for yourself only takes you so far, but when you give, you truly receive. āØ
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The world says chase your joy and live for you. But God's way? It flips that script. True joy comes from pouring into others, not seeking for yourself. ā¤ļø
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Itās not about what makes you happy; itās about what you give- thats how you receive joy. And thatās where fulfillment lives. š± The most joy-filled people aren't the ones who have the mostāthey're the ones who give the most. š
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Your life is your message. Who are you investing in? Who are you serving? š«
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: Life is Short
00:07 Welcome to Truth Behind the Trend
00:23 Mel Robbins' Advice: Spend Time Wisely
00:43 Digging Deeper: What Does 'Wisely' Mean?
00:57 God's Perspective on Joy and Fulfillment
01:58 Practical Steps to Invest in Others
02:26 Building a Lasting Impact
03:25 Simple Acts of Kindness
03:53 Conclusion and Call to Action
04:06 Subscribe and Connect

Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
6 min
You werenāt created to live a life of ājust enough.ā You were designed to dreamāto wake up with fire in your soul, purpose in your steps, and joy in your heart.
In this powerful episode of Elevate, Jen Smith helps you reconnect with the dreams that have been buried under years of fear, failure, and playing it safe. Discover how to uncover the dreams God placed inside youāand why pursuing them is not just a desire, but a divine responsibility.
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Key Verses:
Proverbs 29:18 ā āWithout vision, people perish.ā
Proverbs 13:12 ā āHope deferred makes the heart sick, but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life.ā
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In This Episode Youāll Learn:
Why dreaming is not optionalāitās spiritual
How to identify your buried dreams (and what buried them)
The one-minute ādream testā to reignite your vision
The Dream Equation (Dream = Seed + Belief + Action)
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Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Weekend Wisdom
00:18 Understanding Negative Thoughts
01:22 Identifying and Rejecting Lies
02:21 Replacing Lies with God's Truth
03:19 Reinforcing the Truth
03:54 Finding Support and Resources
04:49 Conclusion and Additional Resources
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Godās roadmap for bringing your purpose to life
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š„ Your dream isnāt a fantasyāitās an assignment. Itās time to uncover it and launch.
š² Daily encouragement ā Instagram + TikTok: @launchyourrocket
š Bible 101 + Dream resources ā launchyourrocket.comĀ

Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
7 min
What if the reason you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained isn't because you need to fix yourselfābut because you're carrying weight you were never meant to hold?
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In this episode of Elevate, Jen Smith reveals the life-changing shift that self-help wonāt tell youābut God has been offering all along. It's not about managing fear, bitterness, comparison, or shame. It's about removing them completely through the power of Godās truth.
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Key Verses:
2 Corinthians 10:5 ā āTake every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ.ā
John 6:35 ā āI am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry again.ā
Isaiah 61:3 ā āā¦a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.ā In This
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Episode Youāll Learn:
Why managing emotions is not the same as being free What the āheavy coatā of the world looks likeāand how God replaces it
How subtle bitterness, fear, and jealousy are keeping you stuck
A simple prayer to start your shift today
How to walk in the lightness and peace you were designed to live in
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You donāt need to stay stuck. The shift is realāand itās available right now. š„ š² Daily encouragement on Instagram & TikTok ā @launchyourrocket š More resources + Bible 101 course ā launchyourrocket.com
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00:00 Welcome to Launch Your Rocket
00:16 Introducing 'The Shift'
00:57 Understanding the Weight You Carry
01:38 God's Way vs. The World's Way
02:36 The Shift: A New Perspective
05:13 How to Start Shifting
05:49 Rewiring Your Mindset
07:02 Conclusion and Next Steps

Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
3 min
Feeling tired, burnt out, or like you're hustling just to stay afloat? Youāre not aloneāand youāre not crazy.
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In this Weekend Wisdom episode, Jen Smith shares a truth every new believer needs to hear: You donāt have to grind your way to peace. You just have to come to Jesus. This short, practical faith nugget will show you how to release the pressure and receive what God already promised.
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š Key Scriptures:
ā John 6:35 ā "I am the bread of lifeā¦"
ā Matthew 6:26 ā "Look at the birds of the air⦠your Father feeds them."
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Youāll learn:
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Why hustle culture leaves you spiritually empty
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How to stop striving and start trusting
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The difference between surrender and passivity
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What it looks like to take small steps of faith while letting God lead
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Weekend Wisdom
00:20 The Struggles of Modern Life
00:42 Finding Rest in Faith
01:46 God's Provision and Our Value
02:14 Balancing Faith and Action
02:55 Steps to Trusting God
03:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Whether youāre a brand new believer or just need a reset, this wisdom drop will remind you: You donāt have to do it all. You just have to take the next step and trust God with the rest.
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š² Follow for more daily faith drops: @launchyourrocket š Explore more at: https://www.launchyourrocket.com

Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
4 min
The self-help world says, āReinvent yourself.ā But what if chasing constant reinvention is actually keeping you from your true identity?
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In this powerful episode of Truth Behind the Trend, Jen Smith dives into the popular narrative of ābecoming a new version of youā and compares it to what God actually says about who you are. This isnāt about canceling the trendāitās about completing it with timeless truth that actually transforms your life.
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Key Scripture:
Psalm 19:21 ā āYou can make many plans, but the Lordās purpose will prevail.ā Romans 12:2 ā āBe transformed by the renewing of your mind.ā
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In This Episode:
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Why reinventing yourself can leave you confused and disconnected
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The hidden exhaustion behind āfresh startsā and constant self-redesign
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How to uncover who God already designed you to be
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Why true transformation isnāt DIYāitās divine
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Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Truth Behind the Trend
00:26 The World's Advice on Reinventing Yourself
00:46 The Pitfalls of Constant Reinvention
01:19 Discovering Your True Identity
01:39 God's Purpose vs. Self-Help
02:17 Real-Life Example of Failed Reinvention
02:45 The Importance of Transformation Through God
03:40 Recap and Final Takeaway
04:37 Closing Remarks and Where to Find More Content
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You donāt need a new version of you. You need the real youāthe one God already had in mind.
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š² Daily faith-filled content @launchyourrocket on YouTube, Instagram & TikTok
š Learn more and join the movement at launchyourrocket.com

Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
9 min
What if your life was a businessāand you had to audit it? Would it be profitable, or running at a loss? In this powerful episode of Elevate, Jen Smith walks you through a full-life audit: from habits and time-wasters to relationships and mindsets that are stealing your peace, purpose, and potential.
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š Key Scriptures:
- Hebrews 12:1 ā āStrip off anything that slows us downā¦ā
- Ephesians 5:15-16 ā āMake the most of every opportunityā¦ā
- Isaiah 43:18-19 ā āForget the former thingsā¦ā
- Romans 12:2 ā āBe transformed by the renewing of your mindā¦ā
- Philippians 4:8 ā āFix your thoughts on what is true, good, and rightā¦ā
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š„What Youāll Learn:
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How to identify the āleaksā draining your joy and purpose
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The 4-question Core Four test to declutter your life
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How to take control back from your phone, social media & distractions
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Simple swaps that shift your life (music, media, habits, mindset)
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Why clarity and breakthrough require space
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Timestamps:00:00 Welcome to Launch Your Rocket
00:10 Auditing Your Life: A Wake-Up Call
01:10 Identifying Life's Leaks
03:42 The Core Four Test
04:43 The Silent Addiction: Phones and Social Media
06:36 Making Small, Intentional Swaps
08:28 Conclusion and Next Steps
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šÆ You donāt need a new lifeājust a life aligned with Godās plan. Start small. Shift one thing this week. And watch what happens.
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š² Daily truth drops @launchyourrocket on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube š Courses, coaching & community ā launchyourrocket.comĀ

Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
5 min
Are you tired of waiting for your dream to come true? Wondering if you missed your moment or if God really placed that dream in your heart? This episode of Elevate is your spark! š„ Jen Smith shares the #1 factor that determines whether or not your God-given dreams will come to lifeāand how to activate it today.
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Key Scripture:
āWait for it. It will surely come.ā ā Habakkuk 2:3
Romans 12:2, Galatians 6:9
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What Youāll Learn:
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Why desire is the fuel your dream needs
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The difference between wishful thinking and divine drive
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How to activate your dream using the D.E.S.I.R.E. acronym
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Why God doesnāt call the equippedāHe equips the called
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šÆ If youāre done wandering, and ready to launch, this is for you.
š² Daily inspiration on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: @launchyourrocket
š Want to go deeper? Check out the Elevate course at launchyourrocket.com
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00:00 Introduction: Achieving Your Dreams
00:23 The Frustration of Delayed Dreams
00:53 The Power of Burning Desire
02:18 Activating Your Dream
02:35 The DESIRE Acronym
04:38 Conclusion: Launch Your Dreams

Jun 4, 2025
Jun 4, 2025
4 min
What if idol worship wasnāt a golden statueā¦but something far more subtleālike your phone, your job, or even your kidās soccer schedule? š³ In this Weekly Wisdom episode on Launch Your Rocket, Jen Smith unpacks what idols really look like in todayās world and how they might be silently stealing your peace, focus, and connection with God.
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Key Scriptures:
Exodus 20:3 ā āYou shall have no other gods before Me.ā
Matthew 6:21 ā āWhere your treasure is, there your heart will be also.ā Romans 12:2 ā āDo not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.ā
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In this episode:
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What modern-day idols look like (hint: not golden calves)
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How to identify whatās running your life
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Why even āgood thingsā can become god-things
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A simple challenge to break free and reset your priorities
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Weekly Wisdom
00:21 You Reap What You Sow
00:40 The Power of Thoughts and Habits
01:11 The Influence of Your Environment
02:12 Identifying Types of People
03:34 Breaking the Cycle for a Better Life
04:02 Practical Steps for Positive Change
05:12 Conclusion and Next Steps
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šÆ If it controls your emotions, your time, or your decisions more than Godāit might be an idol.
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š² Follow @launchyourrocket on Instagram & TikTok
š More resources + community at launchyourrocket.com


