Healing Heartbreak - Let go of the past and get closer to Jesus

This episode is a simple walk-and-talk through Psalm 23:6 — “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me…” I’m sharing how that one line has been sitting with me lately, especially for the seasons when life feels heavy or uncertain.If you need a loving nudge to remind you that God’s goodness is still behind you, this one’s for you.If you want to read the written version of this episode, I posted it over on my Substack. Meet me on Substack → Heartbreak to Home

In this episode, I take you with me on a walk as I share why I’m creating a slower, more peaceful space away from Instagram and Facebook.I talk about choosing Substack as a place to write, reflect, and connect more meaningfully. I am hopeful that it will be less noisy compared to other social media platforms.If you’re craving calm, honesty, and reminders that the Lord is near, I’d love for you to join me there.Subscribe to Heartbreak to Home on Substack: 👉Come on in!***Note: If you see the "pledge" option, simply pick "no pledge".

What if God has been pursuing you all along, not to punish you, but because He loves you? In this episode, I’m sharing my heart behind a new Healing Heartbreak series as we explore God’s pursuit of His people from Genesis to Revelation. Together, we’ll slow down and notice the loving Father who has never stopped pursuing us.

In this episode of Healing Heartbreak, I reflect on a full-circle return. I visited a place from my past and noticed how much healing has taken place along the way.  I invite you into this conversation about memory, identity, and the steady way Jesus carries us forward, even years later. If something from your own past has resurfaced as you listened, you’re not alone. You don’t have to rush the process or have everything resolved. Healing unfolds in its owntime.If you are looking for a spiritual companion as you navigate your own reflections or returns, you’re welcome to reach out. ✨Book a Spiritual Companion Session:1:1 Spiritual Companion Sessionhttps://calendly.com/gracerehman/spiritual-companion-session  📧Prefer email?You can email me at [email protected] with "SESSION" in the subject line and I will provide you with the next steps (or if you just want to say hello, that's cool too!) 💬Listening on Spotify?You can leave a comment directly on this episode. I read them, and it’s one simple way we can stay connected.

In this brief season-ending episode, I mention the reality that life is short and the nearness of God in heartbreak. This is a quiet invitation to pause, pay attention, and remember that God is with us even in the ache.Beginning in 2026, Healing Heartbreak will continue as a monthly space for honest conversations about faith and heartbreak.If you find yourself wanting more support, I offer private, prayerful sessions for those who want a quiet place to tend to what they’ve been carrying.To reach out, simply email me at [email protected] and type “HEALING” in the subject line.You’re welcome to listen quietly, or reach out when you feel ready.Here with you,Grace

Join me as I tell you about how a simple photo from a Thanksgiving 5K opened up a conversation between the Lord and me about joy, delight, and what it really means to come to Him as His child.Share this with a friend so you can delight in the Lord together!

In this episode, I open up about a season in my life when I tried to heal alone, and what God gently taught me about the power of fellowship. For over a decade, I drifted from church and community, thinking my quiet time with God was enough. But He showed me that real healing often happens through connection — through people who pray, listen, and walk beside us.I’ll share how God used friendships, both old and new, to bring me back into fellowship and closer to His heart. You’ll also hear some encouragement on how to take small, gentle steps to reconnect with others and find your way back to spiritual community again.Because healing doesn’t happen in isolation…it happens in fellowship. 🌿💫 If you’re in a season of transition or longing for peace and clarity, I’d love to walk alongside you through my Christian Encouragement + Spiritual Clarity Mentoring Sessions.You can learn more or schedule a session here: 👉https://calendly.com/gracerehman/encouragement-spiritual-clarity-mentoring

Send us a textEver feel unseen or forgotten? You’re not. In this episode, I share how 2 Chronicles 16:9 reminds us that God’s eyes are on us, not to judge us, but to strengthen us. He sees you, loves you, and wants to do great things for you and through you. My prayer is that you will be encouraged by this episode today.

Send us a textWe all long to be seen. But what happens when the people who were supposed to notice us…didn’t?Grab a comfy spot, with your journal and coffee and hang out. I will share a story of growing up feeling unseen and how that ache revealed a deeper wound, the father wound. You’ll hear how those hidden hurts often show up in everyday life, and how God, who calls Himself El Roi — the God who sees, meets us right there. If you’ve ever felt invisible, overlooked, or like you had to perform to be loved, this episode will remind you: God’s eyes are kind, His ears are listening, and His heart has never turned away.

Send us a textThe pain that started in your family can follow you into every heartbreak.In this episode, I share how discovering my father wound became the doorway to deeper trust and healing with God.

Send us a text 🎶 Ever feel like your heart is stuck on pause? In this season opener, we hit play on a journey toward healing and wholeness. 

Send us a textThe '90s gave us Friday night movies, cassette tapes, and the birth of CDs, and songs we still know by heart. For me, those years were filled with boyfriends, big feelings, and trying to find love in all the wrong places. I called myself a Christian, but deep down I was wearing masks like people-pleasing, perfectionism, and hiding behind independence.And yet, through it all, God never let me go.This season of New Creation Stories is about looking back with love and yes, with a little ’90s nostalgia too, while living forward in the hope of who God is shaping us to be today.Each episode ends with a Grace Release™,  a simple practice I am developing to calm your body, steady your heart, and remind you that you’re not the masks you’ve worn. You are God’s beloved daughter.Follow now and join me for Faith, Love, and the 90’s.

Send us a textIn this final episode of Season 1, I reflect on everything we've walked through together—family wounds, unexpected decisions, the myth of the perfect Christian story, and the gentle, persistent love of God.I openly share about marrying someone who doesn’t yet know the Lord, what that means for my faith journey, and how self-forgiveness has been an integral part of becoming who God says I am.💬 Scripture: Revelation 21:5, Romans 7:15, Proverbs 16:9, 1 John 3:1, Philippians 1:6 🙏🏽 Let’s talk grace, forgiveness, and walking forward with Jesus, in the midst of the mess.

Send us a textAs you may have caught on, sometimes the past finds its way back into our present to reveal how far we’ve come. In this episode, I continue to reflect on a chapter that once defined me and the transformation that followed. If you've ever looked back at your younger self with compassion or wondered if healing is truly possible, this one’s for you.Whether you’re new to faith or finding your way back, here are a couple of prayer guides for you to make your own:Prayer for someone who is new in Christ:"Jesus, I believe You are the Son of God. I believe You died on the cross for my sins and rose again. I confess that I need You, and I ask You to come into my life. Forgive me, heal me, and make me new. I turn to you now and turn away from the direction I have been going. I agree with You, that sin has separated us from one another. I give you my life today. Thank You for saving me. In Jesus' name, amen."Prayer for someone returning to Christ:"Father, I’ve gone my own way and I’ve strayed far from You. But today, I want to come home. Please forgive me for walking away. I repent of my sins, and I receive Your grace and mercy. Restore my heart and renew a right spirit within me. Thank You that it's not too late. I surrender again to You, Lord. In Jesus' name, amen."I would love to hear from you if you prayed and either received Jesus or returned to Him. It would be an honor to continue praying for you as you begin your new life in Christ.Hugs,Grace

Send us a textHey friends, in this episode, I’m sharing the path I took from feeling totally broken to discovering a deeper purpose. The last time I shared the story of my “come to Jesus” moment, which changed everything, and how God began rebuilding my life from the inside out. Now I’ll take you through a season where I grew in my faith, learned to be okay with being single, and started serving in ways I never expected. There’s a mission trip, a big move, and a whole lot of God’s faithfulness in between. If you’re feeling stuck or unsure about what’s next, I hope this encourages you—you’re not alone, and God’s got a plan.P.S. I'm so sorry about the overlapping recordings if you heard this first thing in the morning today, 6/4/25. I now know the mistake and have corrected it! Thanks for your patience!

Send us a textIn this episode, I continue to share my story of how God pursued me, even when I was running in the opposite direction. With an unstable family life in my teenage years due to my dad's addiction, I learned to desperately seek security in relationships, making them my idol even after receiving Christ. When that foundation crumbled in college, I was left totally broken and ran even further away. But God's pursuit never stopped. I share about my pivotal "come to Jesus" moment and how He showed Himself so strongly as the One who has never left me nor forsaken me.

Send us a textThis episode digs into the intersection of young love and spiritual awakening through my candid reflections on my first serious relationship. I know this now, but I thrust my immature self (in many ways) into grown-up situations and the results were often unfortunate. 3 key takeaways from this episode:The unexpected ways God plants seeds of faith during emotional turmoilThe subtle danger of finding our identity in relationships rather than Christ The transformative power of authentic friendship during life's difficult seasonsJoin me for another vulnerable conversation about how even our most painful experiences can lead us toward deeper spiritual truth. 

Send us a textDrawing inspiration from Adam Young's work on compassionately engaging with our past, I discuss my journey of processing complex emotions through journaling, prayer, and conversation. As Adam has done in his book, let's give ourselves permission to approach our history with "curiosity and kindness" rather than judgment.This episode referenced Adam Young's new book, "Make Sense of Your Story: Why Engaging Your Past with Kindness Changes Everything. " You can purchase it wherever books are sold.Follow me on Instagram: New Creation Stories

Send us a textJoin me as we continue our chat about nostalgia on this episode of New Creation Stories. I explore why we tend to remember the good times and forget the painful ones - a phenomenon psychologists call "rosy retrospection."After receiving an Instagram message, I share my personal experience with nostalgic feelings and discuss the spiritual challenges and valuable lessons I learned. Discover how God uses our past experiences for healing and growth and learn practical faith-based approaches to processing nostalgic emotions.This episode examines how every part of our life story, including the difficult chapters, has significance in God's plan.00:00 Introduction to New Creation Stories02:00 The Power of Nostalgia03:39 Selective Memory and Its Implications04:37 Spiritual Dangers of Nostalgia05:16 Personal Story and Lessons Learned07:30 Processing Nostalgic Feelings09:15 Reflecting on God's Faithfulness12:50 Conclusion and Invitation to Reflect

Send us a textA single Instagram message catapulted me back to 1992 – complete with Aladdin soundtrack memories and the sweet scent of Cinnabon. Why do these moments from our past hit us with such emotional force? In this episode, I talk about the surprising science behind nostalgia's powerful grip, examine why our brains "light up like Christmas trees" when triggered by our first loves, and explore God's perspective on looking back. Is your nostalgic yearning a trap or an opportunity for spiritual growth? Explore the biblical distinction between unhealthy yearning for our "Egypt" and Holy Remembrance that transforms our future. This is just the beginning of a journey that will change how you view those chapters you thought were closed forever.

Send us a textWelcome to New Creation Stories! I’m Grace, and I’m so glad you’re here. This podcast is all about real stories of transformation, healing, and God’s incredible faithfulness. We’re just getting started — and trust me, you don’t want to miss what’s coming. Let’s dive into this journey together!

Send us a textWhat if your story isn't over yet? Do you know that feeling? When you look back at who you were trying to make sense of who you are now. I remember feeling trapped by my past. Defined by old decisions. Searching for something more. Full of regrets. Wondering how I can move on and forward. Maybe you're there right now. Carrying yesterday's weight. Wondering if a real change is possible. Longing for a new chapter.But there is this beautiful. promise from scripture. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. Old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.This is New Creation Stories where we explore how faith transforms our deepest struggles into something more beautiful than we could imagine. This is a safe place where we share real stories. Of real people. Real journeys. Real transformations. Starting with me!Whether you're standing at a crossroads seeking a fresh start. Or ready to write a new chapter. Your story matters. And it's not finished yet. Join us as we discover how God makes all things new. One story at a time. Let's connect on Instagram @newcreationstories