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

What if prayer could be simple—and the words you need are already waiting in Scripture? In this first episode of the Praying Scripture series, we explore how speaking God’s Word back to Him can quiet your mind, steady your heart, and bring you rest.

Lisa shares a gentle, practical approach to memorizing a daily Scripture prayer—starting with one powerful line from Zechariah 4:6:

"Father, I come to You today… not by my strength… not by my might… but by Your Spirit."

Learn how praying Scripture can take the pressure off striving, guide your heart toward truth, and help you stay rooted in God—even in busy, distracted moments. Plus, get encouragement for making this prayer part of your daily rhythm and a peek at what’s coming next in the series: praying for protection and finding refuge in God.

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Do you ever feel like your life is a pinball machine—bouncing from one responsibility to the next, never slowing down?

In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we’re talking about the deep kind of tired that so many Christian women carry… the kind that doesn’t go away with sleep.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or spiritually exhausted, this episode is for you.

Together, we’ll explore:

Why busyness has become a badge of honor in our culture

The difference between being productive and being spiritually healthy

Jesus’ invitation to rest in Matthew 11:28–29

What we can learn from Nehemiah when we feel weary and under pressure

How to stand firm in faith without striving in our own strength

Simple, practical ways to pause and reconnect with God in the middle of your day

You’ll also be reminded of this truth:

Rest is not quitting the work God has given you.

This episode is a gentle invitation to step away from the noise, slow down, and spend a few quiet moments with the Lord.

Whether it’s stepping outside, taking a deep breath, or sipping a warm cup of lavender and peppermint tea, small rhythms of rest can draw you back into God’s presence.

If you’re longing for peace, renewal, and a deeper connection with God in the middle of your busy life, this episode will meet you right where you are.

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What does it really mean to live in the Armor of God?

In this final episode of the Armor of God series on the Rooted + Rested podcast, we step back and reflect on the full picture of Ephesians 6:10–18 and how each piece of spiritual armor helps us stand firm in our faith.

Throughout this series we’ve explored:

• The Belt of Truth that anchors us in God’s unchanging Word

But the armor of God was never meant to be something we simply study.

It’s something we live in.

In this episode we reflect on how spiritual growth often unfolds slowly—much like the seasons of tending a lavender field. There are seasons of pruning, waiting, growth, and harvest, and God is faithfully at work through them all.

When we intentionally return to truth, faith, peace, and prayer, we learn to walk through life steady, grounded, and confident in Christ.

This episode will encourage you to:

• Understand the purpose of the Armor of God in everyday life

If you’re longing for a deeper walk with the Lord and a quieter place to rest in His presence, this conversation is for you.

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In Episode 42 - #6 in the Armor of God Series of Rooted + Rested, Lisa shares a contemplative reflection on prayer, trusting God, and committing the “winter seasons” of life to Him. Using stories from her lavender farm, she explores pruning, anticipating spring, and the bittersweet end of the growing season. Drawing from Zechariah and the Armor of God series, Lisa reminds listeners that God is never overwhelmed, that He sustains us through every season, and that prayer keeps our hearts connected to Him.

Through practical takeaways and reflective questions, this episode encourages spiritual surrender, daily obedience, and hope for new growth even when outcomes are uncertain. Perfect for anyone seeking rest, peace, and a deeper walk with Christ.

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In this episode of our Armor of God series, we explore the meaning of the Sword of the Spirit in Ephesians 6:17 and how God’s Word sustains us during seasons of uncertainty.

What does it really mean to “take up the sword of the Spirit”? And how do we use Scripture when the outcome feels unclear?

Through a personal story from the lavender field after a long winter — including replacing over 100 plants and pruning others down to bare stems — this episode reflects on how God’s promises carry us when we cannot control the weather, the harvest, or the results.

Just as pruning strengthens a plant when the root is alive, the Word of God gently cuts away fear, striving, and anxiety — leaving us steadier, stronger, and more deeply rooted in trust.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

What the Sword of the Spirit truly represents

How God’s promises sustain us through spiritual “winter”

Why Scripture is not a weapon of aggression, but an anchor of confidence

How pruning seasons produce deeper faith

If you’re walking through a difficult season, waiting for clarity, or learning to trust God more deeply, this conversation will encourage you to cling to His promises.

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Because even when the field looks dormant — if the root is alive, growth is coming.

In this episode of the Armor of God series, Lisa shares a deeply personal story from her lavender fields about trust, faith, and God’s faithfulness in moments of uncertainty. After experiencing a late frost that appeared to destroy her harvest, Lisa discovered a powerful lesson about the shield of faith from Scripture and a personal teaching moment with Jesus: “Keep watching.”

Join Lisa as she reflects on Ephesians 6:16, Romans 12:2, and 2 Corinthians 5:7, showing how we can apply faith in everyday life, even when the outcome is unclear. You’ll learn practical ways to raise your shield of faith through Scripture, visualization, reflection, and small acts of trust, and how to rest in God’s promises when fear and doubt try to creep in.

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Listen in, be encouraged, and discover how to trust God fully — even when you can’t see what’s ahead.

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What does it mean to have your feet “sandaled with readiness for the gospel of peace” (Ephesians 6:15)?

In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we continue our Armor of God series by unpacking the biblical meaning of the gospel of peace and how it steadies us in seasons of anxiety, hurry, and uncertainty.

This is not peace that comes from perfect circumstances. This is peace that flows from the good news of Jesus — reconciliation with God, security in Christ, and firm footing for daily life.

We’ll talk about:

The meaning of the shoes of peace in the Armor of God

How peace and mind renewal (Romans 12:2) work together

Why rushing often leads to unnecessary “stings” — both spiritually and emotionally

Practical steps for walking steadily in Christ

If you’re battling anxious thoughts or feeling spiritually unsteady, this episode will gently guide you back to the firm ground of the gospel.

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In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we continue our gentle Armor of God series by focusing on the Belt of Truth from Ephesians 6 — and how God’s truth steadies us when anxious thoughts and long-held lies rise to the surface.

Many of us struggle with thoughts that feel familiar and convincing: I’m not enough. I always fail. I don’t have what it takes. These lies often take root early in life and quietly shape how we see ourselves, God, and our calling.

Together, we explore how the Armor of God speaks directly to anxious thoughts, reminding us that our battle is not against ourselves or others — but against the lies of the enemy. God invites us to stand firm, not by striving harder, but by fastening ourselves to truth.

Lisa shares a personal story from the lavender field — wrestling with doubt, peace, and identity — and how God gently reminded her that peace is not something we produce, but something we receive through Christ.

We also reflect on:

How lies form and why they feel so believable

Why speaking God’s Word out loud matters

How Scripture renews our minds over time (Romans 12:2, CSB)

What it practically looks like to “fasten the belt of truth” in daily life

This episode is a quiet invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and allow God’s truth to gently reshape anxious thoughts — one moment at a time.

Scriptures referenced: Ephesians 6:10–18, Isaiah 26:3, Romans 12:2 (CSB)

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Have you ever felt like the hardest battles you face happen in your mind—especially when you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or discouraged?

In this episode of Rooted + Rested, we begin a gentle series on the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10–18. Together, we explore how spiritual warfare often shows up as anxious thoughts, self-doubt, and quiet lies that challenge our identity and faith.

Lisa shares a personal story from the lavender field, reflecting on a morning of wrestling with long-held doubts, God’s silence, and the reminder that even when He feels quiet, He is still present and faithful. This episode lays the foundation for understanding the Armor of God not as something we strive to earn, but something we receive and rest in.

If you’re a Christian woman longing for peace, biblical encouragement, and rest in the middle of life’s mental and emotional battles, this episode will meet you right where you are.

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What happens after you obey God — but before you see the outcome?

In Episode 4 of Rooted + Rested, a Christian podcast for women, we conclude our Esther Bible study by exploring Esther chapters 6–10 and reflecting on what it means to trust God with the ending of the story.

Esther’s courage, Mordecai’s faithfulness, and God’s unseen hand remind us that deliverance doesn’t always come loudly or quickly. Sometimes God works through ordinary moments — a restless night, delayed recognition, or a quiet shift we never could have planned.

This faith-filled episode encourages women who are waiting on God to release control, rest in His timing, and trust that obedience always matters — even when the outcome isn’t visible yet.

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