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What if turning off the noise is the first step to drawing close?

Distraction keeps us busy but spiritually barren. Let’s talk about what it looks like to declutter our inner and outer lives so we can fix our eyes—and hearts—on Jesus. This episode is an invitation to slow down and listen deeply.

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What if enough isn’t found in what you have, but in Who holds you?

Seasons of lack—whether financial, emotional, or spiritual—can stir restlessness and longing. But Scripture offers a secret: contentment isn’t circumstantial. In this episode, we’ll explore how to stay rooted in peace when you feel like something is missing.

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There is no such thing as being too late, too old, or too behind in God’s kingdom.

Maybe you feel overlooked, like you missed your moment—or that you’re too young or too late for something meaningful. But what if the season you’re in is already sacred ground? In today’s episode, you’ll hear why God doesn’t waste any season and how you can flourish fully right where you are.

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Feeling spiritually tired, stuck, or disconnected from God? Season 3 of The Heart Rest Podcast is here to help you slow down, breathe deep, and rediscover peace in His presence.

In this new season, host Crystal Storms gently walks with you through 20 real-life spiritual challenges—like trusting God's timing, overcoming anxiety, quieting your mind, and staying grounded in His Word.

Each episode offers soul care for your everyday life through heartfelt teaching, honest reflection, and practical ways to deepen your walk with God.

Whether you're washing dishes or needing a quiet moment of encouragement, this podcast is your invitation to move from restless to rooted.

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When life doesn’t go as planned, how do we hold onto hope? In this tender episode of The Heart Rest Podcast, Crystal Storms shares her personal journey through infertility and unmet expectations—and how God met her in the ache. You’ll be encouraged to bring your disappointments to the Lord, trace His faithfulness in hindsight, and trust that even unanswered prayers can be used for His glory.

Whether you're navigating singleness, infertility, grief, or a season that simply looks different than what you imagined, this episode offers truth, comfort, and the reminder that God is always working—even when the story doesn't unfold the way we hoped.

💬 What You’ll Learn:

• How to surrender disappointment and honestly pray through pain
• Why seeing God’s faithfulness in hindsight can strengthen present hope
• How to embrace your “set-apartness” and find fruitfulness in unexpected ways
• Encouragement for women without children on Mother’s Day and beyond
• Biblical insight on trusting God’s better plan

🕊 Key Scriptures:

• John 15:8 – “My Father is glorified by this: that you produce much fruit…”
• 1 Corinthians 7:34-35 – “That you may live in a right way in undivided devotion to the Lord”

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

➡️ Free download: From Ache to Abide: Breath Prayers & Declarations
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Do you sit down to pray but end up scrolling instead? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Heart Rest Podcast, Crystal Storms shares 3 simple, soul-refreshing ways to quiet distractions and reconnect with God—right where you are.

You’ll learn how to:

• Eliminate physical and mental clutter
• Cultivate mindfulness in prayer
• Create sacred rhythms that draw you closer to Jesus

Plus, discover a free resource to help you declutter, refocus, and breathe deeply with God.

Key Scripture: Colossians 3:1–2
Free gift: The Present with God Toolkit at CrystalStorms.com/episode29

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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. Through the lens of the Israelites’ journey to the Promised Land and her own experience in court reporting school, Crystal reveals how what feels like a delay is often God’s divine protection and preparation.

You’ll be reminded that God’s timing is never late—and that you’re not behind when you’re following Him. This episode is perfect for Christian women who are weary from delays, struggling with comparison, or craving peace in the slow seasons of life.

💛 Learn to wait well.
💛 Discover why the “long way around” might be His mercy.
💛 Walk away with renewed confidence in God’s faithfulness.

🎧 Listen now and be reminded: You're not behind—you're on holy ground.

💝 FREE RESOURCE: Grab the Wait Well Scriptures & Reflections to anchor your heart in truth during waiting seasons: https://www.crystalstorms.me/episode28/

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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 hearts and fix our eyes on Him.

In this episode of The Heart Rest Podcast, we’ll explore biblical wisdom and practical steps to help you set healthy boundaries around news and social media, so you can experience the peace of Jesus—even in uncertain times.

🎧 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why excessive news consumption fuels anxiety and stress
✔️ Biblical truth about navigating troubling times (John 16:33, Matthew 24:6-7)
✔️ How to set boundaries for news and social media to protect your peace
✔️ Practical ways to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed
✔️ The role of prayer and scripture in cultivating a heart of trust

📖 Key Scriptures:

• John 16:33 – "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
• Matthew 24:6-7 – "You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed."
• Proverbs 4:23 – "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it."

✨ Free Resource: The Heart Guarding Toolkit ✨
To help you apply what we discuss in this episode, download The Heart Guarding Toolkit! This free guide includes:
✅ A self-assessment to evaluate how news and media impact your peace
✅ A daily plan for setting healthy media boundaries
✅ Scripture-based affirmations for trusting God in uncertain times
✅ A prayer for peace and discernment when consuming information
📥 Get your copy here: https://www.crystalstorms.me/episode27

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👉 [Episode 26: Finding Peace in the Overwhelm]