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657 // Are You Running Your Race or Someone Else’s? A Reminder to Keep Your Eyes on Jesus [Quarter 4 Recap #4]

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode begins with a reminder that God’s commands are not restrictions meant to hold us back, but loving protections that keep us safe and draw us closer to Him.
We continue our study of 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 with a recap, remembering that our trials are temporary, but His eternal glory outweighs them all, and we’re called to fix our eyes not on what is seen but on what is unseen. 
Finally, we close the week with Christine Caine’s You’re Not Finished Yet, focusing on the importance of running our own race with endurance and keeping our eyes on Jesus. 
If you’ve ever wrestled with discouragement, distraction, or comparison, this episode will remind you to return to your “why,” rest in God’s promises, and walk forward in obedience with renewed courage and hope.
🎁 2025 Top 10 Giveaway — Here’s How to Enter! 🎁
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 🙏 Want to take the next step in your walk with God?
I’d love for you to join me January 20-21st for the Faith Restored Workshop—a free, two-day experience designed to help you reset your rhythm with God and step into a consistent walk with Him again. 
➡️ Save your seat today at circletimeforthesoul.com/workshop.
I can’t wait to see you there, Sis. 💛
As always, may the rest of your day be the best of your day!
Love y'all! 💕
Diana Marie
🔗 Helpful Links: ❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Hearthttps://pages.billygraham.org/find-peace-with-god/
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
📺 Join Diana Marie on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
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📸 Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/circletimeforthesoul
 
📘 RESOURCES
Devotional: “You’re Not Finished Yet” by Christine Caine https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/40720-youre-not-finished-yet
Bible Project Book of Psalms: https://youtu.be/j9phNEaPrv8?si=A-QsmhtLsLBYl9c2
BlueLetterBible.org: https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
Bibleref.com: https://www.bibleref.com/
BetterHelp: FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY!: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website: https://circletimeforthesoul.com
My Favorites:
BIBLE: ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/4jkXqkR
BOOK: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren: https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
DEVOTIONAL: “Every Day in His Presence” by Charles F. Stanley: https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony
 
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛

656 // What’s the Seed of Your Purpose? How to Nurture What God Planted in You [Quarter 4 Recap #5]

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is a reminder that even in the middle of trials and uncertainty, God is renewing us day by day and planting seeds of His purpose deep within our hearts. We continue our study of 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, reflecting on what it means to fix our eyes on what is unseen rather than the temporary troubles of life. It’s a call to remember that peace is not only possible, but available when we rest in the One who is in control.
We also dive into Day 3 of Christine Caine’s devotional, You’re Not Finished Yet, where she shares the powerful image of a pine seed—tiny, carried by the wind, yet holding the fullness of a tree inside. Just like that seed, God has placed dreams and purposes within us that only grow as we nurture them with faith, prayer, and His Word. The potential is there, but it’s up to us to tend the soil of our hearts and say yes to His leading.
If you’ve been questioning your purpose or wondering how to step into the future God has for you, this episode will encourage you to trust His timing, nurture the seed He’s already planted, and keep walking in faith—because the harvest is as sure as seedtime.
🎁 2025 Top 10 Giveaway — Here’s How to Enter! 🎁
As a thank-you for supporting Circle Time for the Soul, I’m hosting a special giveaway — and entering is easy!
✨ How to Enter:
1️⃣ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts or Podbean2️⃣ Take a screenshot of your review3️⃣ Post your screenshot inside the Facebook groupChristian Woman Growing in Faithand include #giveaway2025https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
✨ Already left a review before?
No problem at all! Just take a screenshot of your existing review and use that to enter — it still counts. 
 
 🙏 Want to take the next step in your walk with God?
I’d love for you to join me January 20-21st for the Faith Restored Workshop—a free, two-day experience designed to help you reset your rhythm with God and step into a consistent walk with Him again. 
➡️ Save your seat today at circletimeforthesoul.com/workshop.
I can’t wait to see you there, Sis. 💛
As always, may the rest of your day be the best of your day!
Love y'all! 💕
Diana Marie
🔗 Helpful Links: ❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/acceptjesus
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
📺 Watch Saturday Scripture Studies on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
 
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL: “You’re Not Finished Yet” by Christine Caine https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/40720-youre-not-finished-yet
The Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-recap/id1440833267
Bible Project Book of Psalms: https://youtu.be/j9phNEaPrv8?si=A-QsmhtLsLBYl9c2
BlueLetterBible.org: https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
Bibleref.com: https://www.bibleref.com/
BetterHelp: FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY!: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website: https://circletimeforthesoul.com
My Favorites:
BIBLE: ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/4jkXqkRBOOK: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren: https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
DEVOTIONAL: “Every Day in His Presence” by Charles F. Stanley: https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony
 
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛

655 // It’s Time To Stop The Spiral Of Negative Thoughts Today; Jesus Already Won Sis! [Quarter 4 Recap #6]

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is a steady reminder that waiting on God is never wasted—and that even in seasons of struggle, we are not without peace or victory in Christ. We begin with a timely encouragement from Charles Stanley, reflecting on his message God’s Perfect Timing, where we’re reminded that if we’re willing to wait, we’re positioning ourselves to receive God’s best. From there, we anchor ourselves in our weekly biblical affirmation from John 16:33, holding fast to the truth that though we will face trouble in this world, we can live in peace because Jesus has already overcome it.
We then move into our weekly scripture recap from Luke 6:47–49, revisiting what it means to build our lives on a firm foundation—not just by hearing God’s Word, but by putting it into practice daily. Finally, we close out our devotional study Stop the Spiral of Negative Thought Patterns by Jennie Allen, sitting with a powerful reflection on how the enemy works through distraction, identity attacks, and self-focus—and how freedom comes when we intentionally set our minds on Christ. If you’ve been wrestling with negative thought spirals, spiritual weariness, or the feeling that you’re fighting battles in your mind alone, this episode will encourage you to remember the truth: Jesus has already won, and through Him, you have power, peace, and victory.
🎁 2025 Top 10 Giveaway — Here’s How to Enter! 🎁
As a thank-you for supporting Circle Time for the Soul, I’m hosting a special giveaway — and entering is easy!
✨ How to Enter:
1️⃣ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts or Podbean2️⃣ Take a screenshot of your review3️⃣ Post your screenshot inside the Facebook groupChristian Woman Growing in Faithand include #giveaway2025https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
✨ Already left a review before?
No problem at all! Just take a screenshot of your existing review and use that to enter — it still counts. 
May the rest of your day be the best of your day!
Love y'all! 💕
Diana Marie
🔗 Helpful Links: ❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/acceptjesus
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
🌿 Sign Up for the Faith Restored Workshop (September) https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/workshop
📺 Watch Circle Time on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
📸 Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/circletimeforthesoul
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL:  “Stop the Spiral” By Jennie Allen https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/50702-stop-the-spiral-of-negative-thought-patterns
“Does Prayer Influence God?” Dr. Charles Stanley: https://youtu.be/MsSuhpXxttY?si=9hYR-UbZnWZBC3j6
BlueLetterBible.org: https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
Bibleref.com: https://www.bibleref.com/
BetterHelp: FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY!: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website: https://circletimeforthesoul.com
My Favorites:
BIBLE: ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/4jkXqkRBOOK: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren: https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
DEVOTIONAL: “Every Day in His Presence” by Charles F. Stanley: https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony
 
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛

654 // Freedom From Fear and Confidence in God’s Strength [Quarter 4 Recap #7]

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is a special Thankful Thursday reminder of how precious life truly is. September 11th shaped my perspective on gratitude, family, and friendships in a way I’ll never forget. It’s a call to pause, to appreciate the gift of each day, and to live with a heart of thankfulness.
Together we’ll reflect on Jeremiah 1:7–8, anchoring in the truth that God has chosen and equipped us, and that we don’t have to live in fear—because He is with us. We’ll also continue into Day 4 of Free of Me: Why Life Is Better When It’s Not All About You by Sharon Hodde Miller, where we’re reminded to shift our gaze from ourselves to the One who truly sustains us.
If you’ve been wrestling with fear, insecurity, or the weight of the world, this episode will lift your heart back to the joy and freedom we have in Jesus.
🎁 2025 Top 10 Giveaway — Here’s How to Enter! 🎁
As a thank-you for supporting Circle Time for the Soul, I’m hosting a special giveaway — and entering is easy!
✨ How to Enter:
1️⃣ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts or Podbean2️⃣ Take a screenshot of your review3️⃣ Post your screenshot inside the Facebook groupChristian Woman Growing in Faithand include #giveaway2025https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
✨ Already left a review before?
No problem at all! Just take a screenshot of your existing review and use that to enter — it still counts. 
May the rest of your day be the best of your day!
Love y'all! 💕
Diana Marie
🔗 Helpful Links: ❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/acceptjesus
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
🌿 Sign Up for the Faith Restored Workshop (September) https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/workshop
📺 Watch Circle Time on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
📸 Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/circletimeforthesoul
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL: “Free of Me: Why Life Is Better When It’s Not All About You.” By Sharon Hodde Miller https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/8830-free-me-why-life-better-when-its-not-all-about-you
Bible Project Book of Jeremiah: https://youtu.be/RSK36cHbrk0?si=8oH6IRJVDR6T86xo
“Does Prayer Influence God?” Dr. Charles Stanley: https://youtu.be/MsSuhpXxttY?si=9hYR-UbZnWZBC3j6
BlueLetterBible.org: https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
Bibleref.com: https://www.bibleref.com/
BetterHelp: FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY!: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website: https://circletimeforthesoul.com
My Favorites:
BIBLE: ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/4jkXqkRBOOK: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren: https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
DEVOTIONAL: “Every Day in His Presence” by Charles F. Stanley: https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony
 
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛

653 // When Fear Meets God’s Word: How Jeremiah 1 Teaches Us to Trust Him [Quarter 4 Recap #8]

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is a steadying reminder to fix our eyes on Jesus in a world full of waves. We finish our study of Jeremiah 1:4–8, remembering that before Jeremiah ever felt ready, God knew him, set him apart, and appointed him—and then commanded, “Do not be afraid… for I am with you and will rescue you.” When fear, anxiety, or the headlines pull us under, we return to the unchanging Word and the presence of Christ who never leaves us (see also Rom. 12:15). 
We then move into Day 5 of Free of Me: Why Life Is Better When It’s Not All About You alongside 2 Corinthians 3:18, exploring the dangers of image management—especially in family life. Instead of treating loved ones as mirrors for our fears or aspirations, we release them to be who God created them to be and step into a mission bigger than appearances: loving God and others. If you’ve been craving a grace-filled reset and a steadier rhythm with the Lord, this conversation will help you lift your gaze from self to Jesus and walk in the freedom of being transformed into His image.
🎁 2025 Top 10 Giveaway — Here’s How to Enter! 🎁
As a thank-you for supporting Circle Time for the Soul, I’m hosting a special giveaway — and entering is easy!
✨ How to Enter:
1️⃣ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts or Podbean2️⃣ Take a screenshot of your review3️⃣ Post your screenshot inside the Facebook groupChristian Woman Growing in Faithand include #giveaway2025https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
✨ Already left a review before?
No problem at all! Just take a screenshot of your existing review and use that to enter — it still counts. 
May the rest of your day be the best of your day!
Love y'all! 💕
Diana Marie
🔗 Helpful Links: ❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/acceptjesus
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
📺 Watch Face-to-Face on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL: “Free of Me: Why Life Is Better When It’s Not All About You.” By Sharon Hodde Miller https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/8830-free-me-why-life-better-when-its-not-all-about-you
Bible Project Book of Jeremiah: https://youtu.be/RSK36cHbrk0?si=8oH6IRJVDR6T86xo
“Does Prayer Influence God?” Dr. Charles Stanley: https://youtu.be/MsSuhpXxttY?si=9hYR-UbZnWZBC3j6
BlueLetterBible.org: https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
Bibleref.com: https://www.bibleref.com/
BetterHelp: FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY!: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website: https://circletimeforthesoul.com
My Favorites:
BIBLE: ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/4jkXqkRBOOK: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren: https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
DEVOTIONAL: “Every Day in His Presence” by Charles F. Stanley: https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony
 
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛

652 // Trusting God’s Timing in the Stillness [Quarter 4 Recap #9]

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is a heartfelt reminder that even in the stillness, God is still at work. We open up about the waves of grief that rise without warning and how God meets us right there in the middle of them — steadying our hearts with His presence and peace. Through John 12:23–26, we’re reminded that following Jesus fully means surrendering the things of this world and trusting that His timing, His plan, and His purpose are always perfect.
We also continue our devotional Crushing: When God Turns Pressure into Power by T.D. Jakes with Day 4, “A Vat Full of Wait.” It’s a powerful picture of what happens after the crushing — that sacred “fermentation stage” where God refines our character, motives, and hearts before revealing what He’s been preparing all along. If you’ve been feeling like you’re in a season of waiting or transition, this episode will remind you that God hasn’t forgotten you — He’s preparing you. Nothing is wasted when surrendered to His will.
🎁 2025 Top 10 Giveaway — Here’s How to Enter! 🎁
As a thank-you for supporting Circle Time for the Soul, I’m hosting a special giveaway — and entering is easy!
✨ How to Enter:
1️⃣ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts or Podbean2️⃣ Take a screenshot of your review3️⃣ Post your screenshot inside the Facebook groupChristian Woman Growing in Faithand include #giveaway2025https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
✨ Already left a review before?
No problem at all! Just take a screenshot of your existing review and use that to enter — it still counts. 
As always, may the rest of your day be the best of your day!
Love y'all! 💕
Diana Marie
🔗 Helpful Links: ❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Hearthttps://pages.billygraham.org/find-peace-with-god/
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
📺 Join Diana Marie on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
📸 Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/circletimeforthesoul
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL: “Crushing: When God Turns Pressure Into Power” by Pastor TD Jakes https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/14679-crushing-god-turns-pressure-into-power
Bible Project Book of John: https://youtu.be/RUfh_wOsauk?si=GSHCjTTgkegC2mGc
🎧 Referenced Song: “God Will Work It Out”: https://youtu.be/URuIldVKk9U?si=skdmvUj0WF0GyWNh
“Does Prayer Influence God?” Dr. Charles Stanley: https://youtu.be/MsSuhpXxttY?si=9hYR-UbZnWZBC3j6
BlueLetterBible.org: https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
Bibleref.com: https://www.bibleref.com/
BetterHelp: FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY!: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website: https://circletimeforthesoul.com
My Favorites:
BIBLE: ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/4jkXqkRBOOK: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren: https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
DEVOTIONAL: “Every Day in His Presence” by Charles F. Stanley: https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony
 
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛

651 // Faith for the Middle: Endurance With God When Life Gets Hard [2025 Countdown Recap #10]

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is a reminder that even in the middle seasons of life—the hardest parts where we’re tested, stretched, and tempted to give up—God is with us and strengthening us. We begin our study of 2 Corinthians 4:16–18, where Paul reminds us not to lose heart because our inward renewal far outweighs our outward struggles. This truth anchors us as we dive into Christine Caine’s devotional You’re Not Finished Yet with a focus on endurance for “the middle.”
Together, we’ll reflect on how the stories of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, the reminder in Hebrews 10 about patient endurance, and Isaiah 40’s promise of renewed strength all point us to this truth: the middle may be the most challenging part of the journey, but it’s also where God builds in us the strength to finish well. If you’ve been feeling weary, worn, or ready to quit, this episode will encourage you to keep running your race with faith, endurance, and confidence that you don’t walk the middle alone.
 🙏 Want to take the next step in your walk with God?
🎁 2025 Top 10 Giveaway — Here’s How to Enter! 🎁
As a thank-you for supporting Circle Time for the Soul, I’m hosting a special giveaway — and entering is easy!
✨ How to Enter:
1️⃣ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts or Podbean2️⃣ Take a screenshot of your review3️⃣ Post your screenshot inside the Facebook groupChristian Woman Growing in Faithand include #giveaway2025https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
✨ Already left a review before?
No problem at all! Just take a screenshot of your existing review and use that to enter — it still counts. 
As always, may the rest of your day be the best of your day!
Love y'all! 💕
Diana Marie
🔗 Helpful Links: ❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/acceptjesus
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
📺 Watch Saturday Scripture Studies on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
📸 Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/circletimeforthesoul
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL: “You’re Not Finished Yet” by Christine Caine https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/40720-youre-not-finished-yet
The Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-recap/id1440833267
Bible Project Book of Psalms: https://youtu.be/j9phNEaPrv8?si=A-QsmhtLsLBYl9c2
BlueLetterBible.org: https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
Bibleref.com: https://www.bibleref.com/
BetterHelp: FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY!: https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website: https://circletimeforthesoul.com
My Favorites:
BIBLE: ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/4jkXqkRBOOK: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren: https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
DEVOTIONAL: “Every Day in His Presence” by Charles F. Stanley: https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony
 
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
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650 // Why God’s Calling Often Feels Uncomfortable (And Why That’s Not a Bad Thing)

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is an invitation to reflect on the power of a willing yes and the heart posture that allows us to truly partner with God. We continue our Christmas scripture study in Luke 1:38, sitting with Mary’s response to the angel Gabriel: “I am the Lord’s servant… may your word to me be fulfilled.” As we approach the close of the year and look ahead to what’s next, this verse invites us to examine not our understanding, but our obedience. Through a devotional reading from Every Day in His Presence by Pastor Charles Stanley, we’re reminded that God’s plans are not centered on our comfort—but on His kingdom—and that simple, trusting obedience opens the door for Him to move in astounding ways.
If you’ve ever felt hesitant to say yes because you didn’t have all the details, or found yourself wrestling with questions, control, or the desire to stay comfortable, this episode will gently encourage your heart. Together, we reflect on how faith grows when we trust God with the next step—even when the path isn’t clear—and how choosing a faithful, willing heart can lead to deeper growth, healing, and purpose. As we prepare for a new season, this conversation will help you discern where God may be inviting you to say yes again and walk forward with courage, trust, and surrendered faith. 
📓 Want a tool to anchor your quiet time this season? ➡️ Order your “For The Soul” Prayer Journal: https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
Love y’all! 💕Diana Marie
🔗 HELPFUL LINKS
❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://pages.billygraham.org/find-peace-with-god/
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
📺 Join Diana Marie on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🫶 Submit Your Testimonial https://forms.gle/yXschT1PKcWT35DS8
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join the Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL: “Every Day In His Presence” by Charles Stanleyhttps://amzn.to/3MJW9IE
Bible Project — Lukehttps://youtu.be/XIb_dCIxzr0?si=E7dEi-akv3Wp-nK0
BlueLetterBible https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/
The Bible Recap https://amzn.to/4iAph0Q
BetterHelp — FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY! https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website https://circletimeforthesoul.com
Episode Catalogue https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hR3MY-4Sp4YXeQNOTTSi2-7H6eXlaH2_8g3VMFz-IM0/edit?usp=sharing
🌟 MY FAVORITES
Bible: NLT Study Bible https://amzn.to/3KyKz20
Book: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
Bible Study: The Bible Recap https://amzn.to/4iCbhmZ
Devotional: Every Day in His Presence by Charles F. Stanley https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-399-a-testimony-a-story-of-finding/id1687321834?i=1000676189319
🎧 SOAP Episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/circle-time-for-the-soul-daily-devotional-bible-study/id1687321834?i=1000716080885
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛
 

649 // When Christmas Feels Dark: Inviting Jesus, the Light of the World, Into Your Life | Christmas Devotional

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is a gentle invitation to slow down and remember the true light of Christmas—Jesus, the Light of the world. As we wrap up our Christmas scripture study in Luke 1:26–38, we reflect on Mary’s obedient response to God’s call and what it means to say, “Let it be according to Your word,” even when the path ahead feels uncertain or costly. 
We also conclude our devotional series Christmas in a Season of Struggle by Pastor Rick Warren with Day 7, Jesus Came to Light Up Your Life, rooted in 1 John 2:8. This conversation reminds us that God’s light isn’t seasonal or temporary—it heals, guides, comforts, and brings clarity to the darkest places of our lives. 
If you’ve been feeling rushed, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling this Christmas, this episode will encourage you to pause, flip the switch, and invite the light of Christ to shine into every part of your heart—today and always.
📓 Want a tool to anchor your quiet time this season? ➡️ Order your “For The Soul” Prayer Journal: https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
Love y’all! 💕Diana Marie
🔗 HELPFUL LINKS
❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://pages.billygraham.org/find-peace-with-god/
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
📺 Join Diana Marie on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🫶 Submit Your Testimonial https://forms.gle/yXschT1PKcWT35DS8
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join the Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL: “Christmas in a Season of Struggle” Rick Warrenhttps://www.bible.com/reading-plans/53021-christmas-in-a-season-of-struggle
Bible Project — Lukehttps://youtu.be/XIb_dCIxzr0?si=E7dEi-akv3Wp-nK0
BlueLetterBible https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/
The Bible Recap https://amzn.to/4iAph0Q
BetterHelp — FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY! https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website https://circletimeforthesoul.com
Episode Catalogue https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hR3MY-4Sp4YXeQNOTTSi2-7H6eXlaH2_8g3VMFz-IM0/edit?usp=sharing
🌟 MY FAVORITES
Bible: NLT Study Bible https://amzn.to/3KyKz20
Book: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
Bible Study: The Bible Recap https://amzn.to/4iCbhmZ
Devotional: Every Day in His Presence by Charles F. Stanley https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-399-a-testimony-a-story-of-finding/id1687321834?i=1000676189319
🎧 SOAP Episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/circle-time-for-the-soul-daily-devotional-bible-study/id1687321834?i=1000716080885
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛
 

648 // Christmas Shows God’s Extravagant Love: You Are Seen, Known, and Not Forgotten | Christmas Devotional

Hey Sis! 🎙️
Today’s episode is a reminder that God’s promises have never failed—and they never will. We continue our Christmas scripture study in Luke 1:26–38, tracing how the birth of Jesus fulfills hundreds of years of Old Testament prophecy. From Isaiah to Micah, from God’s covenant with David to Mary’s humble obedience, we see a faithful God who keeps His word, even when the waiting is long and the process doesn’t make sense. This passage invites us to trust God’s timing, bring our honest questions to Him like Mary did, and resist believing the labels or limitations others place on us. 
We then reflect on Day 6 of Christmas in a Season of Struggle by Rick Warren, focusing on how Christmas reveals God’s extravagant, poured-out love. Through Psalm 42:8 and Matthew 5:45, we’re reminded that God is not stingy with His love—He showers it freely, paying attention to every detail of our lives. God sees every tear, knows every step you take, and proved His love through action by sending Jesus to carry what we could not. If you’ve felt forgotten, alone, or like God’s love has been delayed, this episode gently brings that truth back to the front of your mind: you are seen, fully known, and deeply loved.
📓 Want a tool to anchor your quiet time this season? ➡️ Order your “For The Soul” Prayer Journal: https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
Love y’all! 💕Diana Marie
🔗 HELPFUL LINKS
❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://pages.billygraham.org/find-peace-with-god/
📓 Order Your "For The Soul" Journal https://www.circletimeforthesoul.com/journal
📺 Join Diana Marie on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@circletimeforthesoulpodcast
🫶 Submit Your Testimonial https://forms.gle/yXschT1PKcWT35DS8
🤝 Join Our Free Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul
💌 Weekly Love Note (Join the Email List) https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com
🎁 Support The Podcast (One-Time or Monthly) https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6 If this podcast blesses you, consider giving back. Your donation helps me create more faith-filled content to encourage women in their walk with God.
📘 RESOURCES
DEVOTIONAL: “Christmas in a Season of Struggle” Rick Warrenhttps://www.bible.com/reading-plans/53021-christmas-in-a-season-of-struggle
Bible Project — Lukehttps://youtu.be/XIb_dCIxzr0?si=E7dEi-akv3Wp-nK0
BlueLetterBible https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv-study-bible/notes/heb/chapter-12?a=1145001
BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/
The Bible Recap https://amzn.to/4iAph0Q
BetterHelp — FREE 2 WEEKS OF THERAPY! https://www.betterhelp.com/rpc/c0bab3ae1e8ae495-5-01?utm_term=ref_v2_dd
Circle Time for The Soul Website https://circletimeforthesoul.com
Episode Catalogue https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hR3MY-4Sp4YXeQNOTTSi2-7H6eXlaH2_8g3VMFz-IM0/edit?usp=sharing
🌟 MY FAVORITES
Bible: NLT Study Bible https://amzn.to/3KyKz20
Book: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren https://amzn.to/3ZE7le3
Bible Study: The Bible Recap https://amzn.to/4iCbhmZ
Devotional: Every Day in His Presence by Charles F. Stanley https://amzn.to/43mGZPe
🎧 Listen to My Testimony https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-399-a-testimony-a-story-of-finding/id1687321834?i=1000676189319
🎧 SOAP Episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/circle-time-for-the-soul-daily-devotional-bible-study/id1687321834?i=1000716080885
🎵 Music: “Buenos Dias” by Matt Large
Note: Some of the links in our show notes are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you! 💛