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A podcast offering practical life wisdom for Christian single women.

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I'm Christi Rose

I’m a 37 year old Californian native working for a Christian ministry, I am active in my church, I love spending time with my family, and I am the founder of the Smiling at the Future Podcast. When I am not studying and reading for an upcoming episode, I love to spend my time with other believers in settings that provide for deep conversations, in the kitchen baking, on a hiking trail, or with my little nieces and nephews. 
 
I am surrounded by a group of women who pray over every episode. My behind the scenes team includes Andrea Cline (who does the audio editing) and Lara McVicker (who does social media). I am also so grateful to the many friends and family who have poured into the podcast through their prayers, conversations centered around the episode topics, and encouragement all along the way.

Latest Episodes

EP 121

Biblical Counselor Marie Clark skillfully opens the Scriptures to answer the following questions about modesty: What is biblical modesty, and why is this important to God? Is it possible to dress modestly and still not be pleasing to God? How does legalism show up in this area? Can you help us understand the dynamic of why modesty seems to be largely situational, cultural, and generational? Why is the “androgyny” trend something Christian women should be on guard against? And what are sinful motives that lead someone to dress immodestly? Transcript coming soon! 

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EP 120

Ashley brings both experience and discernment to this conversation to help singles navigate the world of online dating by answering the following questions: For someone resistant to online dating, what’s a more balanced and hopeful perspective? What should women include in their own profiles and what are healthy things to look for in a man’s profile? How can women show interest without taking the lead? What are good questions to ask in the first few messages and should you feel obligated to respond to every message you receive? What dating sites or apps would you recommend?  And when online dating feels discouraging, what truths should women remind themselves of?  Transcript coming soon! 

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EP 119

Reagan Rose helps us kick off this year with motivation and tactics to tame our smartphones by answering the following questions: What spiritual benefit have you noticed in the steps you have taken to limit technology in your life?  Beyond shortening our attention spans, how are smartphones changing people? What are practical tips someone can take today to put boundaries on their smartphone usage? And what encouragement would you give someone who is considering limiting or deleting their social media accounts? Transcript coming soon!

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EP 118

Christi explores how to pursue joy by answering the following questions: What are misconceptions people have about joy? What are things that can hinder our joy? And what are ways that God pours joy into our heart? Transcript coming soon!

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EP 117

Lynne Brown returns to help our perspective in dating by answering the following questions: For the woman who is burned out by dating, when should she step back and take a break, and when should she continue to persevere? What are encouraging reminders for the woman who is discouraged by multiple failed relationships? What did God teach you in the ups and downs of dating? What would you tell the woman who is tired of being a disappointment to her family and friends in the area of dating? And what encouragement would you give the woman who has never been on a date or in a relationship?  Dating Fatigue or Never Dated with Lynne Brown Welcome to the Smiling at the Future podcast. My name is Christi Rose and this is my pursuit to glean practical wisdom on femininity, homemaking, finances, relationships, and singleness from the God fearing men and

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EP 116

Donna Barlow is a midwife and a mother of 5, and she helps bring clarity to the topic of fertility and children by answering the following questions: Should a single woman go to an OBGYN and have her fertility checked? Or should she wait until she is engaged to look into that area of her health? What are common myths about fertility? If someone has a condition that may impact fertility, how early should they disclose that in a dating relationship? What practical steps can a single woman do to help her fertility and hormones? What would you tell a woman who doesn’t have a strong desire to have children? Should couples seek to have children right away after marriage? For a woman who is thinking about freezing her eggs, what should she consider before a decision like that? And what comfort can you offer to women who are beyond

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