The Heart Rest Podcast with Crystal Storms
Welcome to The Heart Rest Podcast—a place for those who love Jesus and long to rest close to His heart. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, worn out, or just need a gentle reminder of His unshakable grace, you’re in the right place.
I’m Crystal Storms—author, artist, and your guide on this journey to exchange weariness for the deep, soul-refreshing rest found in Christ. Each episode is designed to equip you with biblical truths and practical encouragement to draw closer to His heart and live from His peace. Let’s rest together in the love that sustains us.
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Episodes
30 episodes
28. You’re Not Behind: Trusting God’s Timing When Life Feels Slow
Feeling behind in life? Wondering if you're running ahead—or falling behind—God’s plan? In Episode 28 of The Heart Rest Podcast, Crystal Storms shares biblical truth and personal stories to encourage your heart in seasons of waiting. T...
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Episode 28
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10:10
27. How to Guard Your Heart from Anxiety & Overwhelm
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant flood of bad news? In today’s world, where distressing headlines and breaking news are just a click away, it’s easy to feel anxious and weary. But as followers of Christ, we are called to guard our he...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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11:13
26. When to Pause and When to Go: Biblical Wisdom for Life’s Decisions
Have you taken time to pause and seek God before moving forward?In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to rush ahead without stopping to listen for God’s direction. But what if the key to moving forward in faith is first learning to b...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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11:41
25. Finding Peace in Overwhelm
When life feels too full, how can we find time to connect with Jesus? In this episode, we’ll uncover the secret to resting in His grace, even when your schedule feels impossible. 💗 Episode Notes, Links, and Resources 💗https:/...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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13:44
24. When God Knocks: Trusting Him with Life’s Interruptions
Interruptions can feel like roadblocks—stopping us in our tracks, derailing our plans. But what if they are divine appointments? Moments where God is at work, inviting us to love, serve, and trust Him in ways we never expected?In today’s...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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12:17
23. Breaking Free from Perfectionism
Do you feel like you have to be perfect? Pressure to have it all figured out? Discover how Christ’s love meets you exactly where you are and frees you from striving so you can break free from perfectionism. 💗 Episode Notes, Links, a...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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10:53
22. Rooted in Rest: Redefining Identity Beyond What You Do
What if the secret to finding true rest isn’t in finishing your to-do list but in rethinking how you define yourself?Do you find it hard to rest because your worth feels tied to your productivity? In this episode, we’ll talk about the an...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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8:22
21. Building Consistent Habits of Rest
Struggling to maintain spiritual routines? This episode will guide you in creating simple, consistent habits that draw you closer to Jesus.💗 Episode Notes, Links, and Resources 💗ht...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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9:30
Season 2 Trailer
Welcome to Season 2 of The Heart Rest Podcast—a place for those who love Jesus and long to rest close to His heart. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, worn out, or just need a gentle reminder of His unshakable grace, you’re in the right place.<...
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Season 2
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3:59
20. Books to Help You Find Heart Rest
To celebrate the start of summer and the end of Season 1 of The Heart Rest Podcast, I want to share with you some of my favorite Christian nonfiction books. I pray these books help you find heart rest and answer “yes” to summertime’s invitation...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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14:15
19. Jesus Faced the Struggles You Face
Do you ever feel alone in your struggles? Overwhelmed by waves of emotions? Wonder if anyone understands? Discover how you can experience mercy and grace in your time of need knowing Jesus faced the struggles you face. 💗 Episode No...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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10:10
18. When You Feel Like Giving Up
We all face times when we feel like giving up. Maybe you’re struggling with a difficult situation, or maybe you feel overwhelmed. I want to offer you steps to take when you feel overwhelmed or like giving up. 💗 Episode Notes, Links...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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8:10
17. Find Peace in the Place of Uncertainty
Mathematician John Allen Paulos once wrote, “Uncertainty is the only certainty there is.” Whether it’s financial uncertainty, relational uncertainty, or the uncertainty of what tomorrow will bring, I want to offer you peace in that place of unc...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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10:31
16. When Your Breakthrough Is Delayed
Have you ever thought: I only need to make it to the weekend. What about this one: If I can only make it to the end of the day. Or the prayer of the desperate: One breath, one step at a time, Lord, I need You. I want to offer you steps to take ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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11:00
15. Surrendering Your Desire for Good Things for God’s Greater Good
Psalm 84:11 reads: “For the LORD God is a sun and shield; The LORD will give grace and glory; No good thing will He withhold From those who walk uprightly.” Has God given you every good thing you’ve desired? Probably not. Our good ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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10:22
14. Move from People Pleasing to God Pleasing
Have you ever said yes out to desire to be loved, rather than saying yes out of a place of love? We want to be helpful and kind, not selfish or unloving. But we can neglect our own needs because of a fear of disappointing others. We please peop...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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8:55
13. Choose Less but Better as You Ban Busy
Find yourself feeling busy, behind, or overwhelmed by all there is to do? You’re not alone. Take the steps to choose less but better as you ban busy from your life. Discover three steps to ban busy from your life so you can slow your pace to on...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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10:12
12. Determine Your Best Yes
One of the greatest obstacles to spending time with Jesus is time. We long to linger and listen for His voice, but it’s hard to find the space. When we say yes to one thing, we say not to something else. So today I’m sharing a framework to dete...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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13:02
11. 7 Steps to Walk in Your God-Given Purpose
Every decision we make leads us in a new direction. Let’s pause to consider the path we’re on so we can intentionally walk in our God-given purpose. Let’s “ponder the path of our feet …” as it says in Proverbs 4:26 that “all our ways may be est...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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10:08
10. Simplify Things with One Word
Can you simplify things with one word? Will choosing one word of the year make a difference in your life? Can having one word define your year alter the rest of your days? 💗 Episode Notes, Links, and Resources 💗
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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11:26
9. Make Room in Your Heart for Jesus
One of my favorite Christmas carols is “Joy to the World.” The song begins with the reason for our hope and joy because Jesus is our hope and joy. “Joy to the world, the Lord is come!” But the next line of “Joy to the World” reminds me I have a...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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9:56
8. How You Can Finish Your Race
Run in such a way that you can run another day applies to more than the running life. Listen in to discover how you can finish your race by running with endurance. 💗 Episode Notes, Links, and Resources 💗
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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9:42
7. More of Christ When You Feel Less Than
My word of the year for 2022 is less. More of Christ. Less of me. I love how it rolls off my tongue. I love the thought of more of Him seen in me, but living it out is harder than I thought it would be. A recent incident revealed how much I was...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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9:45
6. Release Your Burdens
“You were carrying a lot.” That simple statement from the nurse practitioner spoke to what I was feeling even if I didn’t recognize it. Too often we can find ourselves carrying things we were never mean to bear. It’s time to release your burden...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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9:30