Parenting from a Place of Rest w/ Christy Nockels
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On today’s episode…
What if rest isn’t a reward—but the starting point for parenting well? In this soul-stirring episode, Christy Nockels joins Dr. Kelly to talk about parenting from a place of peace, presence, and worship. From letting go of guilt to creating rhythms of rest in your home, Christy shares how the presence of God transforms motherhood from the inside out. Plus, hear the heart behind her new family worship album King Who Never Sleeps.
Show Notes
Parenting from a Place of Rest
with Christy Nockels
What if the most powerful way to parent wasn’t about doing more—but about resting more? In this deeply inspiring episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with beloved worship leader and author Christy Nockels to explore what it truly means to parent from a place of rest. Not laziness. Not checking out. But anchoring your parenting in the presence of God.
Christy shares her personal journey of leaving the stage and stepping into a slower rhythm of family life. She recounts the profound moment when God gave her a vision of concentric circles—with His presence at the center—and the conviction that peace comes from the inside out. As a mom, that meant creating a home culture rooted in worship, stillness, and intentional living.
They also discuss the heart behind Christy’s latest project, King Who Never Sleeps, an album crafted to speak peace into homes—especially at bedtime. Christy reveals how music, Scripture, and visual art came together through her family’s collaboration to offer families a beautiful, calming resource that points them back to Jesus.
This conversation is both gentle and grounding. Whether you're a mom of littles, a homeschooling parent, or a busy working mom, this episode will remind you that you don’t need to “earn” rest—God invites you to live from it.
Tune in for soul-nourishing encouragement, practical wisdom, and a renewed vision for parenting with presence.
Listen now and discover how to reset your rhythm and reclaim rest in your home.
Key Takeaways:
1. Rest is a Starting Place — Not a Reward.
You don’t earn rest after doing everything. Rest is the foundation from which you parent.
2. The “Bullseye” Vision.
Christy shares a vision of concentric circles, encouraging moms to prioritize God’s presence at the center and live from the inside out.
3. Worship as a Family Culture.
Christy’s album King Who Never Sleeps was created with her family, modeling how spiritual rhythms can be collaborative and joy-filled.
4. Let Go of Guilt and Perfectionism.
You don’t have to be a perfect parent. Christy offers gentle reminders to own your mistakes and release shame.
5. Be Where Your Feet Are.
Slow down. Be present. Your greatest impact happens in the quiet, unseen moments at home.
6. Saying “No” is Powerful.
Sometimes obedience means letting go of opportunities to protect the peace of your family and soul.
7. Home Should Sound Like Peace.
Christy’s music isn’t just worship—it’s a tool to create a calming, sacred atmosphere for the entire household.
About Christy Nockels
Christy Nockels is a beloved worship leader, songwriter, and author known for her heartfelt lyrics and timeless melodies that draw listeners into the presence of God. With a career that began in the duo Watermark and later expanded through the Passion movement, Christy has spent decades ministering through music and mentoring others in worship. She's also the host of The Glorious in the Mundane podcast and the author of The Life You Long For: Learning to Live from a Heart of Rest. Most recently, she released King Who Never Sleeps, a worship album created for families to experience God’s presence together.
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