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

Lisa | Rooted + Rested
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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. 2d ago

    55 | Welcome Home - God’s Presence in Everyday Life

    Welcome Home: God’s Presence in Everyday Life Sometimes the most meaningful reminders of God's presence come in the most ordinary moments. After returning home from a much-needed vacation, I found myself overwhelmed with gratitude. What began as a simple homecoming became a beautiful reminder of God's goodness, faithfulness, and care. In this episode of Rooted + Rested, I'm sharing a personal story about noticing God's blessings, finding joy in the everyday, and learning to recognize the gentle ways He reminds us that we are seen, remembered, and loved. If you've been feeling weary, distracted, or simply longing to notice God more in your daily life, I hope this episode encourages you to slow down, look around, and discover that His presence may be closer than you think. Connect with Lisa: Website: saltandlightbox.com Reminding women they are not forgotten—remembered by God, rooted in Him...and a touch of lavender. 💜

    10 min

  2. May 29

    54 | The Verse That Made Me Cry: Remembered by God in a Season of Pruning | Isaiah 49 & Finding Rest

    Have you ever wondered if God sees your waiting… your hurting… or the things you carry quietly? In this deeply personal episode of Rooted + Rested, I’m sharing about a hard spring filled with loss in the lavender field, injury, uncertainty, and honest questions before God. What began as a season of pruning unexpectedly became a lesson about being remembered—not forgotten—by God. After removing around 75 lavender plants, facing difficult decisions, and questioning who God has called me to serve, Isaiah 49:14–16 came to mind: “I will not forget you… I have inscribed you on the palms of my hands.” Those verses touched me differently this time. And what I’m realizing is this: Recognizing that I am remembered by God has given me the possibility of rest—something I hadn’t been feeling was possible. In this episode we talk about: 💜 Hard seasons, pruning, and unexpected loss 💜 What lavender fields are teaching me about faith and renewal 💜 Isaiah 49:14–16 and the reminder that God does not forget His people 💜 Why rest may begin with knowing we are remembered by God 💜 Honest reflections for weary Christian women carrying a lot 💜 The question I kept asking all winter: What will my lesson in the lavender be this year? If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, unseen, or exhausted… I hope this episode reminds you: You are remembered. Find more podcast episodes, encouragement, and faith-centered lavender gifts designed to help women slow down and rest at: 🌿 https://saltandlightbox.com/rooted-rested-podcast-2/ 🌿 https://saltandlightbox.com Author: Lisa | Rooted + Rested

    11 min

  3. May 22

    53 | When You’re Carrying the People You Love | Trusting God With Those You Worry About

    Sometimes trusting God is hardest… not with our own lives… but with the people we love. The child we worry about. The spouse carrying something heavy. The friend in a difficult season. The parent struggling. The person we pray for over and over again. In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we’re talking about what it means to release control, surrender outcomes, and trust God with those who weigh heavily on our hearts. Together we reflect on: 💜 trusting God with the people you love 💜 praying instead of carrying anxiety 💜 releasing fear and outcomes to God 💜 finding peace in uncertain seasons 💜 learning to love deeply without carrying everything This episode includes Scripture reflections from: • 1 Peter 5:7 — “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” • Philippians 4:6 — bringing requests to God through prayer instead of worry You’ll also hear a gentle lavender reflection on tending faithfully without carrying every outcome — something God has been teaching me through difficult seasons in the lavender field. This week’s reminder: 💜 You were never meant to carry everyone. 💜 Place the people you love back into God’s hands. I also created a free printable with this week’s Scriptures and encouragements. Find the printable, blog, and additional encouragement here: Salt & Light Box If this episode encouraged you, leaving a quick review helps other women searching for peace, rest, and Christian encouragement find this space too. Rooted + Rested is a Christian podcast for women seeking peace and rest through faith, gentle encouragement, self-care, and a touch of lavender. If someone came to mind while listening… someone who may need encouragement, comfort, or a reminder they’re deeply loved… I create lavender gift boxes designed for difficult seasons, encouragement, and intentional rest. 💜

    7 min

  4. May 15

    52 | Trusting God With the Future | Praying Scripture for Peace in Uncertain Seasons

    Sometimes trusting God with the future sounds simple… until life starts feeling like one thing after another. In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we continue our series on praying Scripture by focusing on trusting God with the future during uncertain seasons. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the unknown… carrying anxiety about what’s ahead… or emotionally exhausted from trying to hold everything together… this episode is a gentle reminder that you do not have to carry tomorrow today. 💜 In this episode, you’ll be guided through: Trusting God with the future one day at a time Releasing fear and uncertainty through Scripture Resting in God’s faithfulness during overwhelming seasons Letting go of the pressure to figure everything out Featured Scriptures: Proverbs 3:5-6 Matthew 6:34 💜 You’ll also hear a personal reflection from the lavender field—walking through a season of uncertainty, hard weather, physical limitations, and constant unexpected changes… while learning what it means to trust God without having the full picture. 💜 If you’d like something simple to return to throughout your week, I’ve created a printable with these verses and short truths you can carry with you each day. https://saltandlightbox.com And if someone came to mind while you were listening… someone who may need encouragement or rest… my lavender gift boxes are available on my website and Etsy as a simple way to bless them. 💜 If this podcast has encouraged you, it would mean so much if you left a quick review—it helps others find this space too.

    8 min

  5. May 8

    51 | Who I Am in Christ | Praying Scripture for Confidence and Peace

    This is week 7 in our Praying Scripture Series. What if the way you see yourself… isn’t actually the truth? In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we continue our series on praying Scripture by focusing on who you are in Christ—learning how to release fear, self-doubt, and pressure, and instead rest in your identity in God. If you’ve been questioning yourself… feeling like you’re not enough… or letting circumstances shape how you see yourself… this episode is a gentle reminder that your identity has not changed. 💜 In this episode, you’ll be guided through: Understanding who you are in Christ Praying Scripture for confidence and peace Letting go of fear and self-doubt Resting in your identity in God Featured Scriptures: 2 Timothy 1:7 Ephesians 2:10 💜 You’ll also hear a personal reflection from the lavender field—walking through a season that hasn’t gone as planned, and the temptation to let that shape how you feel about yourself… and the reminder that it doesn’t define you. 💜 If you’d like something simple to return to throughout your week, I’ve created a printable with these verses and short statements you can carry with you. https://saltandlightbox.com And if someone came to mind while you were listening… someone who may need encouragement or rest… my lavender gift boxes are available on my website and Etsy as a simple way to bless them. 💜 If this podcast has encouraged you, it would mean so much if you left a quick review—it helps others find this space too.

    7 min

  6. May 1

    50 | Praying Scripture for Peace | Trusting God When You Don’t Know the Outcome

    What if you didn’t have to be afraid… even when you don’t know how things will turn out? In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we continue our series on praying Scripture for peace—learning how to trust God not just with our needs, but with our fears and uncertainty. This week, we focus on resting in God’s presence… not because everything is certain, but because He is with you. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or trying to figure everything out… this episode is a gentle invitation to release fear and come back to what is true. You don’t have to face this alone. 💜 In this episode, you’ll be guided through: Praying Scripture for peace in uncertain seasons Trusting God when you don’t know the outcome Releasing fear and control Resting in God’s presence, one day at a time Featured Scriptures: Psalm 91:2 Isaiah 41:10 💜 You’ll also hear a personal reflection from the lavender field—learning to trust God in a season where things aren’t unfolding the way you expected… and remembering that even when you have to step back, He is still at work. 💜 If you’d like to continue walking through this during your week, I’ve created a simple printable with these verses and short lines you can return to throughout your day. You can find that here: https://saltandlightbox.com And if someone came to mind while you were listening… someone who might need a moment of peace or encouragement… You can also find my lavender gift boxes here: https://saltandlightbox.com or on Etsy: https://saltandlightboxes.etsy.com 💜 If this podcast has encouraged you, it would mean so much if you left a quick review—it helps others find this space too.

    7 min

  7. Apr 24

    49 | Praying Scripture for Provision | Trusting God for Daily Needs & Peace (Praying Scripture Series)

    What if you didn’t have to carry tomorrow? In Week 5 of this Scripture prayer series, we focus on praying Scripture for provision—learning how to bring our needs to God while trusting Him to provide. This episode will guide you through: Praying Scripture for provision and daily needs Finding balance between asking and trusting Releasing pressure to figure everything out Resting in God’s care, one day at a time Featured Scriptures: Matthew 6:11 Philippians 4:19 You’ll also be invited to: Memorize simple Scripture lines Download a printable card Join a community walking through this together If you’re feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or trying to carry too much… this episode is a gentle reminder that God already knows what you need—and invites you to come anyway. ✨ Links mentioned in this episode: 👉 Website + Printable: https://saltandlightbox.com 👉 Etsy Shop: https://saltandlightboxes.etsy.com 👉 Facebook Group: Saltandlightlavenderbox

    9 min

  8. Apr 17

    48 | Praying Scripture for Forgiveness | Finding Freedom, Grace & Truth (Week 4)

    What if forgiveness wasn’t about striving… but about coming honestly before God? In Week 4 of this Scripture prayer series, we focus on praying Scripture for forgiveness—learning how to confess, release false beliefs, and receive God’s grace. This episode will guide you through: Praying Scripture for forgiveness and healing Letting go of guilt and striving Confessing not just actions—but beliefs that aren’t true Learning to pray, “Lord, I believe… help my unbelief” Featured Scriptures: Psalm 139:23–24 1 John 1:9 Mark 9:24 You’ll also be invited to: Memorize Scripture in a simple, peaceful way Download a free printable Join the Rooted + Rested community If you’ve been carrying guilt, doubt, or feeling like you’re not enough… this episode is a gentle invitation to return to God honestly—and rest in His grace. ✨ Links mentioned in this episode: 👉 Printable + Website: https://saltandlightbox.com 👉 Etsy Shop: Saltandlightboxes 👉 Facebook Group: saltandlightlavenderbox

    8 min
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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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