Rooted + Rested - Embracing Peace And Rest Through Faith And Self-Care...and a touch of Lavender

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Rooted + Rested is a podcast for women who need to remember they are not forgotten—remembered by God, rooted in Him, and invited to find true rest in His presence. Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and Lessons in the Lavender, host Lisa Hartzler shares what God is teaching her about faith, purpose, peace, and rest in the midst of everyday life. Whether the lesson comes from a hummingbird at the kitchen window, a season of loss in the lavender field, or a gentle reminder of God's faithfulness, each episode will encourage you to draw closer to the Lord, trust His faithfulness, and discover His peace in the middle of life's joys and challenges. And yes...there's always a touch of lavender.

  1. 1d ago

    66 | Hartzler, Get Your Act Together! | Finding Peace in Christ

    What do you reach for when life feels out of control? For me, it can go one of two ways. Sometimes I pick up my phone and scroll because everything on my to-do list feels overwhelming. Other times, I start cleaning, organizing, or checking things off the list because accomplishing something gives me a temporary sense of relief. In this episode of Rooted & Rested, come walk with me for a bit as I share something God has been showing me about control, comfort, and finding peace in Christ. I've realized how often I tell myself that once I finish the work, get caught up, organize my life, or make enough progress, then I'll be able to breathe. Then I'll have peace. But there's a problem with that: the to-do list is never really finished. If I'm waiting for everything around me to be settled before I allow my heart to be settled, I'll spend my life chasing peace that's always one more task away. Second Corinthians 1:3 calls our Father “the God of all comfort.” Not just comfort for life's greatest heartbreaks, but the comfort we need in the ordinary places too—the uncertainty, unfinished work, financial concerns, overwhelming days, and circumstances we simply cannot control. We'll talk about the subtle ways we can look to productivity, our phones, work, family, finances, possessions, and even other people to give us the comfort and security that can ultimately only be found in Christ. I'm still learning this. I don't have it all figured out. But maybe peace isn't something waiting for us at the bottom of our to-do lists. Maybe we can find peace in Jesus right here, in the middle of the unfinished. Come walk with me for a bit as we learn to reach for the God of all comfort. Salt & Light Box

  2. Aug 14

    65 | When the Work Feels Heavy

    Last week, I talked about finding Peace in the Pause. This week, I'm realizing just how much I needed that reminder. I'm in the thick of reshaping hundreds of lavender plants before fall, and this year the work simply feels harder. Between the heat and humidity, endless mowing, rain in the forecast, and crabgrass that has apparently decided this is its year to shine, I'm tired. And beyond the lavender field, there are still so many projects I'm hoping to finish before fall. I'm not ready to give up on those goals. I'm doing everything I can to reach them. But God is gently reminding me that there's a difference between carrying the work He's given me to do and carrying the weight of how it all turns out. In this episode of Rooted & Rested, come walk with me through an honest season of weariness, unfinished work, and learning to come to Jesus before everything is figured out. Maybe peace isn't something we find once the work is finished. Maybe He meets us with His rest right in the middle of it. saltandlightbox.com

  3. Aug 7

    64 | Peace in the Pause

    Harvest is often seen as the hardest part of growing lavender, but this year I discovered that pruning has become the task I dread the most. Standing in long rows with weeks of work ahead of me, it felt overwhelming. Then something unexpected happened. Instead of rushing through each row, I began pruning just a few plants at a time before intentionally pausing. During those quiet moments, I noticed things I would have otherwise missed—the songs of birds hidden in the trees, butterflies drifting from bloom to bloom, crickets filling the evening air, and the gentle beauty that surrounded me all along. It reminded me that God rarely meets us only at the finish line. So often, He invites us to find Him in the pause. If life feels busy, overwhelming, or you're constantly looking toward the next thing, I hope this episode encourages you to slow your pace just enough to breathe deeply, notice His presence, and receive the peace He so freely offers. Sometimes the most meaningful moments aren't found in accomplishing more—but in pausing long enough to remember that He is with us. As always, thank you for walking with me. And until next time... cherish the meaningful moments. 💜 saltandlightbox.com

  4. Jul 31

    63 | Pockets of Peace | Finding God's Peace in the Middle of Life's Chaos

    Can you experience God's peace when life feels anything but peaceful? In this heartfelt episode of Lessons in the Lavender, Lisa invites you to walk with her through a quiet morning in the lavender field that quickly gives way to the beautiful chaos of everyday life. What begins as a peaceful harvest filled with worship music and prayer becomes an afternoon of bee stings, shattered lavender lemonade, grandchildren, and a locked front door. As Lisa reflects on a mother caring for a child with profound special needs, she discovers a simple truth: God doesn't always remove the interruptions, but He faithfully provides little pockets of peace throughout our day. Together, we'll explore what Jesus meant when He said, "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you" (John 14:27), and how His presence can steady our hearts even when our circumstances remain unchanged. If you're a busy mom, grandmother, caregiver, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, this episode is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and remember that true peace isn't found in a quiet schedule—it's found in Christ. In This Episode • Finding peace in the middle of everyday interruptions • Why "pockets of peace" matter • A humorous story about grandchildren, bee stings, broken glass, and one locked door • Jesus' example of withdrawing to be with His Father • John 14:27 and God's promise of lasting peace • How small moments with God prepare us for life's chaos Scripture: John 14:27 If this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a little pocket of peace today.

  5. Jul 24

    62 | Don't Rush the Season

    What if the season you're trying to hurry through is the very place where God is growing something you'll need tomorrow? This week on Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares another Lesson in the Lavender after discovering an unexpected spiritual lesson while harvesting lavender seeds. For years, lavender harvest season brought pressure—the race against blooming flowers, changing weather, and the fear of missing the "perfect" moment. But after slowing down this year, everything changed. As she gathered tiny lavender seeds by hand, God revealed a beautiful truth: every stage has a purpose. The early buds became tea. The blooming stems became bouquets. Mature flowers became essential oil. Fully opened blossoms fed the bees and butterflies. Even the faded gray flower heads held seeds for the future. Together, we'll reflect on Ecclesiastes 3:1 ("There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens."), Jesus' teaching about the mustard seed in Mark 4, and how trusting that God is never late frees us from rushing through the season we're in. Whether you're walking through a season of waiting, healing, grief, motherhood, marriage, retirement, or simply longing for peace, this episode will encourage you to slow down, notice God's presence, and discover the gifts He has placed in today. In this episode you'll discover: Why every season of life has purpose. What lavender taught me about God's timing. How slowing down helped me notice what I'd been missing. Why seeds need time to mature—and so do we. How to find peace instead of pressure in your current season. If this episode encourages you, would you take a moment to follow Rooted + Rested, leave a review, and share it with a friend? Your support helps more women discover the hope and peace found in Christ. For today's show notes, additional encouragement, and more Lessons in the Lavender, visit SaltandLightBox.com.

  6. Jul 17

    61 | There Is No Need to Hurry

    Have you ever felt like you're behind in life? This week on the Rooted + Rested podcast, Lisa shares a heartfelt lesson from the lavender field that changed the way she thinks about productivity, purpose, and God's perfect timing. While harvesting lavender one stem at a time, what seemed inefficient at first became a beautiful reminder that God isn't asking us to rush through life. As she hand-selects tender buds for lavender tea, gathers mature blooms for essential oil, and clears away weeds from the rows, Lisa discovers that every stem has a purpose—and every season matters. Through this quiet moment on the farm, she reflects on how Jesus was never hurried, how God patiently works in every season of our lives, and why we can trust His timing even when we feel like we're falling behind. If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or wondering why your prayers seem delayed, this episode offers biblical encouragement to slow down, pay attention, and remember that God is faithfully at work. Because there is no need to hurry...He is never late. If this episode encouraged you, I'd love to invite you to visit SaltAndLightBox.com. You'll find faith-filled blog posts, handcrafted lavender products, gifts designed to help you cherish meaningful moments, and more encouragement from our little lavender farm in Ohio.

  7. Jul 10

    60 | The Promise That's Held Our Marriage for 37 Years

    This Friday marks thirty-seven years since Bob and I got engaged. Looking back, I can't help but smile at how little we knew about the story God was writing. Our engagement was anything but traditional, and if someone had told that twenty-year-old girl what the next thirty-seven years would hold, I'm not sure I would have believed them. Together, we've walked through seasons of deep joy and unexpected heartache. We've faced moments that tested our faith, challenged our marriage, and reminded us how desperately we needed the Lord. Yet through every chapter, one promise has remained. In this special anniversary episode, I'm sharing our story—not because our marriage has been perfect, but because God's faithfulness has never failed. If you're engaged, newly married, celebrating decades together, or simply wondering how to trust God with the chapter you're living today, I hope this conversation encourages you. Sometimes the greatest testimony isn't that life was easy... It's that Christ remained at the center through it all. In this episode you'll discover: Why our engagement was so unusual The one thing that has sustained our marriage for 37 years What I'd tell every engaged couple today How God remains faithful through every season of life If this episode encourages you, would you share it with someone who needs the reminder that God is still writing a beautiful story?

  8. Jul 3

    59 | Before the Lavender Blooms

    This week, an unfinished patio, a few sparrows on the stones, and some fragile lavender plants became a gentle reminder of God’s care. In the middle of summer projects, harvest, heat, disappointment, and the feeling that everything is moving too fast, Lisa reflects on Luke 12:6-7 and the promise that not one sparrow is forgotten by God. If you are tired from carrying good things, waiting for something to bloom, or wondering if God sees the unfinished places in your life, this episode is a reminder that you are seen, valued, and not forgotten. saltandlightbox.com

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Rooted + Rested is a podcast for women who need to remember they are not forgotten—remembered by God, rooted in Him, and invited to find true rest in His presence. Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and Lessons in the Lavender, host Lisa Hartzler shares what God is teaching her about faith, purpose, peace, and rest in the midst of everyday life. Whether the lesson comes from a hummingbird at the kitchen window, a season of loss in the lavender field, or a gentle reminder of God's faithfulness, each episode will encourage you to draw closer to the Lord, trust His faithfulness, and discover His peace in the middle of life's joys and challenges. And yes...there's always a touch of lavender.

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