Episode 417 //Why Your Waiting Season Is Always Worth It as a Believer—and 4 Easy Ways to Stay Courageous! [“Waiting on God” Bible Study and Devotional]

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 417 of Circle Time for the Soul! Hey Sis, Happy Wednesday!  Are you checking in with yourself today? In this midweek moment, we’ll explore how self-reflection aligns with Christ’s call to love ourselves and others. Based on Mark 12:30-31. In today’s episode, we’ll reflect on:✨ The biblical affirmation: I am not what I have or buy. My identity is in Christ—and Christ alone.✨ Key lessons from 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15 on community, patience, and love.✨ Dr. Charles Stanley’s devotional, "Waiting on God: Surviving the Wait with Courage." Learn the 4 truths you need to endure tough waiting seasons with strength. Take time to reflect, and let’s pray together for courage and faith in this season of waiting. 🎙 Scripture Study:We’re diving into 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15 for insights into how to:✅ Encourage the disheartened.✅ Help the weak.✅ Be patient with everyone. God calls us to live in community with grace and purpose, reminding us that growth often happens through serving others. 🙌 Today’s Takeaway:Sis, waiting isn’t wasted when you trust God’s timing. He’s refining you for His best. Let’s lean into courage, fight the spiritual battles, and express gratitude through it all. 💪 💡 Join the Circle Time Sisterhood Community!Looking for encouragement, prayer, and fellowship? Don’t walk this journey alone! Join our free Facebook group, Devotional Discussions for Christian Women, to connect with like-minded sisters. Sign up at circletimeforthesoul.com. 💌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with a friend or leave a 5-star review to encourage more sisters on their faith journey. Let’s keep planting seeds, Sis! 🌱 🫶 May the rest of your day be the best of your day heart Diana Marie   — YOUR NEXT STEPS! —    *Accept Jesus Into Your Heart* — https://lp.billygraham.org/find-peace-with-god/   Join Our Facebook Group!  — www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul  “Daily Devotional Discussions Christian Women”   Journal Waitlist: https://circle-time-for-the-soul.ck.page/8dadd22778   Website:  https://circletimeforthesoul.com/   My Favorite Prayer Journal — https://dailykairos.com/diana-cummings (Affiliate Link)   Email — [email protected] RESOURCES:  “Waiting on God” by Dr. Charles Stanley https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/20231-waiting-on-god 1 Thessalonians; The Bible Project https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/1-thessalonians/ Biblical Affirmations by Craig Groeschel  https://finds.life.church/pastor-craig-groeschels-list-of-positive-affirmations-to-renew-your-mind/ My Favorite Bible: Battlefield of the Mind Bible by Joyce Meyer https://amzn.to/4dvAgFJ My Favorite Book: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3 Testimony: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/circle-time-for-the-soul-for-christian-women-bible/id1687321834?i=1000676189319 🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” Matt Large Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This comes at no extra cost to you and helps support the production of our podcast. Thank you for your support! Jesus, Christian Women, Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Women’s Devotional, Daily Prayer, Scripture Study, Morning Prayer, Daily Devotional, Christian Community,  Small Group, Women’s Community, Faith, Faith Life, 2 Corinthians, Charles Stanley