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Do you ever feel like you’re doing "all the things" for God, yet your soul feels completely empty? In a world that celebrates the grind and measurable success, it is easy to mistake productivity for purpose. But what if God’s measure of a "meaningful life" is entirely different?

In this episode of The Heart Rest Podcast, Crystal Storms invites you to stop "tightening your muscles" to produce results and start abiding in the Vine. Drawing from the wisdom of Thomas Merton and the imagery of a ripening apple, Crystal reframes what it means to live a life marked by connectedness and faithfulness.

In this episode, you will discover:

• The Ripening Apple Metaphor: Why "sitting in the sun" of God’s presence is more effective than striving.
• Striving vs. Abiding: A practical checklist to help you identify if you are living under human pressure or Holy Spirit purpose.
• The Joy Witness: Why joy, not busyness, is the most compelling evidence of a fruitful life.
• Identity Over Impact: How to release the "secret tally" of success and find peace in who you are connected to.

Discover why "A fruitful life is not measured by the speed of your hustle, but by the depth of your connection." If you are feeling overlooked, underproductive, or unsure of your calling, let this episode be a sacred pause to rediscover the peace of John 15:4.

Call to Action:

• FREE 7-Day Study: Ready to move from striving to abiding? Join my free study, "Rest for Your Soul": https://www.crystalstorms.me/rest/
• Read the Show Notes: Get the full transcript, links and the Striving vs. Abiding checklist at https://www.crystalstorms.me/episode39
• Share the Peace: If this episode gave you room to breathe, please leave a review or share it with a friend who feels "behind."