The Restful Heart Podcast

The Restful Heart Podcast

Honest conversations that shift our perspective on God’s love, leading us to trust Him through absolutely anything. Together we’re getting past all the stuff that gets in the way, so we can finally pursue that rich, intimate relationship with God we desire. I want you excited for the future again, full of hope, and able to trust God through any storm. I’m your host Jackie, owner and author of the Restful Faith blog and I’m so excited that you’re here. Welcome! The Restful Heart podcast is part of the Restful Faith Blog Ministry.

Episodes

Laying Down Our Lives Like Jesus in Pursuit of Unity

August 5, 2024 • 19 mins
Today, I'm diving into the heart of Philippians 2:3-5 and exploring a powerful question: What if we laid down our lives for one another just like Jesus did for us? Imagine the transformation if we saw each other through His eyes, valuing our brothers and sisters above ourselves. I want to share a bit of my own story with you—how I went from living a self-centered life to finding true joy and purpose in community. Because it wasn’...
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Forgive or Forget? How Should We As Believers Respond to "Toxic People"

May 28, 2024 • 19 mins
Souls are precious to Christ, and we are His inheritance. I saw a post on Facebook from a prominent Christian influencer encouraging her followers to forget toxic people. In this episode I pose the question: How should the believer respond and deal with toxicity coming from others in their lives?
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Settling Into My Life's Purpose and the Five Things I've Discovered Along the Way

May 6, 2024 • 26 mins
In today's episode, I share the five steps I found while pursuing entrepreneurship, that led me to uncover my true purpose - and it all started when God told me to start a blog back in 2018. Let's dive into how each step unfolded and led me to the realization of my life's ultimate calling!
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A Picture of a Godly Marriage (from an outsider's perspective)

February 20, 2024 • 13 mins
As a single woman, I've had the privilege to see what a godly marriage looks like, from the outside looking in. Where two are truly united as one, a beautiful earthly picture of Jesus and His bride. I also discuss what can happen when you take God out of the picture.
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When My Hidden Pride Met the Fear of the Lord

January 27, 2024 • 17 mins
Pride can creep in when we least expect it. On this episode I share my story of being wrecked with the fear of the Lord, as the hidden pride in my heart was exposed. I also discuss the danger of looking at anything other than Jesus for salvation.
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The Pain of Dying to Self

December 18, 2023 • 16 mins
It hurts. And it's a reality for us as followers of Christ. Today I'm discussing the realities of the pain of dying to yourself for Christ and what to do about it.
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A Single Almost 40 Year Old's Perspective on Marriage

December 3, 2023 • 18 mins
Today I share my outsider's view on the idea of marriage, from the world's perspective to the church's; and as someone who's never been married and has barely dated... It's pretty interesting.
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The Joy of Spending Your Day With the Lord

November 26, 2023 • 23 mins
On today's episode I talk about what it's like to have an awareness of God's presence all day, limiting mindsets that often get in the way, and also tips on how to get started spending your day with the Lord.
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"I WANT OUT!" The Heart Cry of a Desperate Soul

November 6, 2023 • 31 mins
Conversations on feeling stuck, finances and trusting God. I share my story of the night I cried out to God in frustration and how He perfectly answered my heart. Be encouraged.
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"You're Not Worthy," The Soul Renovation Series: Exposing the Wall of Unworthiness

September 17, 2023 • 12 mins
God has exposed and revealed a wall of unworthiness in my heart that has stopped me dead in my tracks from going forward in life, and I want to share a bit of my story with you in this episode.
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Dreaming With God: Abandoning All to Pursue God's Dream For My Life

August 27, 2023 • 11 mins
Six years ago, I walked away from a retail management job to begin the greatest faith adventure of my life. In this episode I share the story of how God let me pursue my dreams for my life, so He could pursue His dream for my heart. Be encouraged.
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What it Feels Like to Seek God With Your Whole Heart

August 14, 2023 • 40 mins
In this episode I talk about how to seek God, what it feels like to be still, and how to combat what gets in the way. I also discuss what it means when you have no desire to seek God...what do you do then? Thank you for tuning in to Episode 5 of the podcast!
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Deliverance From a "Know-it-All" Spirit, Wilderness Seasons, People Pleasing and the Refiner's Fire

July 30, 2023 • 18 mins
God has shown me He's ready to take me to the next level with Him. However during my wilderness season, my season of testing, I discovered three surprising negative things about myself. And these three traits rose to the surface as my heart was tested in the refiner's fire.
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Set Free by the Compassion of Christ

July 11, 2023 • 15 mins
If you struggle with perfectionism in your walk with the Lord, then hear my story of resting in God's compassion to be set free from the guilt of not walking a perfect Christian life! Be encouraged.
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Colleen's Story: Growing Up in Church but Never Knowing the Love of Jesus.

July 1, 2023 • 28 mins
Colleen grew up in church but never really knew the love of Jesus until God took her on a journey through her life and showed her that He was there through it all. Powerful testimony!
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Four Things Every Believer Should Consider When Responding to Injustice

June 24, 2023 • 17 mins
Welcome family to the Restful Heart podcast, where you’ll hear honest conversations that shift your perspective on God’s love, leading you to trust Him through absolutely anything. Together we’re getting past all the stuff that gets in the way so we can finally pursue that rich, intimate relationship with God we desire. I want you excited for the future again, full of hope, and able to trust God through any storm. I’m your host J...
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