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Hey Sis 💛

How do you respond when life gets hard… does your faith shrink, or does it rise?

In today’s Bible Study, we step into a powerful moment in Acts 5 where the apostles are persecuted, beaten, and threatened… yet they leave rejoicing. This passage will gently challenge you to examine your own faith and remind you that real faith is not revealed in comfort, but in how you respond under pressure.

If you’ve ever struggled to stay strong when following God feels difficult, this episode is for you 💛

✨ In This Episode

✨ Acts 5:24–42 explained ✨ Obeying God over people ✨ Faith in the face of opposition ✨ Rejoicing in suffering for Jesus ✨ What your response to pressure reveals about your faith

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Xo, Diana Marie 💛

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Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever seen God move in your life… only to face resistance right after?

In today’s Bible Study, we walk through Acts 5:12–23 and step into a powerful moment where the apostles are performing miracles, seeing lives transformed… and then suddenly facing opposition and imprisonment. But what happens next will remind you that God’s power doesn’t stop when resistance shows up, it often confirms it.

If you’ve ever questioned why breakthrough is followed by challenge, this episode will encourage you to stay anchored in obedience and trust God’s purpose through it all.

📖 In This Bible Study ✨ The power of unity and miracles in the early church ✨ How jealousy led to opposition against the apostles ✨ What their miraculous release reveals about God’s authority ✨ Why obedience matters, even after hardship ✨ How your breakthrough may be tied to your assignment

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

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Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/42A2FGd

🎶 Music Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note Some links may be affiliate links. This helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for being here and growing in your faith with me 

Xo,

Diana Marie 💕 

Hey Sis 💛

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What happens when we look fully surrendered on the outside… but our hearts aren’t fully honest with God?

In today’s Bible Study, we’re walking through Acts 5:1–11 and stepping into one of the most sobering moments in the early church. This passage isn’t about money—it’s about honesty, integrity, and the condition of our hearts before God.

📖 In This Bible Study ✨ The story of Ananias and Sapphira explained ✨ Why God took their deception so seriously ✨ The difference between giving and pretending ✨ What this teaches us about integrity in our faith ✨ How small compromises can grow over time ✨ Why God cares more about your heart than your appearance

💛 If you’ve been wanting to grow in your relationship with God in a simple, consistent way… you’re in the right place.

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

💛 Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

🙏 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3Z9sKxU

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Xo, Diana Marie 💕

Hey Sis 💛

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When pressure comes… what does your prayer sound like?

In today’s Bible Study, we’re walking through Acts 4:23–37 and stepping into a powerful moment where the early church responds to opposition not with fear… but with bold, faith-filled prayer.

Instead of asking God to remove the situation, they ask Him to strengthen them through it… and that changes everything.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched, or unsure how to pray in difficult seasons, this episode will help you realign your heart with a prayer posture that invites God’s power to move in and through you.

📖 In This Bible Study ✨ What the early church prayed for under pressure ✨ How the Holy Spirit strengthens you under pressure ✨ The power of unity and community in faith ✨ What it looks like to live as the hands and feet of Jesus          

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

🙏 Support the Ministry https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3Z9sKxU

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. This helps support the ministry and allows us to continue creating content to help you grow in your faith. Thank you for being here 💛

Xo, Diana Marie 💕

Hey Sis 💛

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Today we’re walking through Acts 4:1–21 together, stepping into the moment where Peter and John are brought before the council after teaching in the name of Jesus.

In this passage, we see what happens when the message of Jesus is boldly proclaimed, how the religious leaders respond, and how the apostles stand firm in their faith despite opposition.

If you’ve been wanting to grow in your understanding of Scripture and build a consistent rhythm in the Word, you’re in the right place.

📖 In This Bible Study ✨ Peter and John before the council ✨ Why the leaders were disturbed by their message ✨ What it means to speak in the name of Jesus ✨ The significance of Jesus as the cornerstone ✨ “There is salvation in no one else” explained ✨ The bold response of the apostles under pressure

🔗 Resources for Your Spiritual Journey

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

📓 Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

💛 Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

🙏 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📚 Bible + Study Tools

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3Z9sKxU

Pastor Paul Acts 4 Bible Study https://youtu.be/VDUQb_tj_yw?si=B9xwiWPtinIKIU3D

🎶 Music Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Xo, Diana Marie 💕

Hey Sis 💛

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In today’s Bible Study, we walk through Acts 3:12–26 and step into the moment where Peter boldly points everything back to Jesus after a miraculous healing. This episode is a powerful reminder that the Holy Spirit is actively working in and through you… and those moments are not random.

📖 In This Bible Study ✨ Why Peter refused to take credit for the miracle ✨ How to recognize when God is working through you ✨ The difference between your effort and the Holy Spirit’s power ✨ Why we sometimes miss opportunities to share Jesus ✨ How to boldly point others back to Him in everyday life

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

📓 Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

💛 Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

🙏 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

🎁 Spiritual Gifts Test

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📚 Bible + Study Tools

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3Z9sKxU

🎶 Music Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note Some links may be affiliate links. This helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for being here and growing in your faith.

Xo,

Diana Marie 💕 

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever been praying for something specific… and wondered why God hasn’t answered it the way you expected?

In today’s Bible Study, we walk through Acts 3:1–11, where a man asked for money…

but through the power of the Holy Spirit, Peter gave him something greater—healing.

And Sis… this might be the reminder you didn’t know you needed:

Sometimes we’re asking for one thing… while God is trying to do something far greater.

📖 In This Bible Study

✨ The healing at the Beautiful Gate ✨ What it means to carry the power of the Holy Spirit ✨ Why miracles are meant to draw people back to God ✨ How we can miss what God is doing by focusing on specific outcomes ✨ A powerful reminder that God is still working—even in your hardest moments

🔗 Helpful Links

📓 Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

🙏 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📓 Join the "For The Soul" 2026 Prayer Journal Kickstarter Launching April 27th https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1784105828/for-the-soul-prayer-journal

📚 Resources

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3Z9sKxU

Pastor Paul Acts 3 Bible Study https://youtu.be/Vul2TBheaZg?si=hYK24QweKQI65bXs

"More than Able" Elevation Worship https://youtu.be/dQ1xxoP7NJk?si=bB-Fu1RUvzApjdNk

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. This helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for being here and growing with me 💛

Xo,

Diana Marie 💕

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever had a moment where God’s truth hit your heart so deeply… that all you could say was, “Lord… what do I do now?”

In today’s Bible Study, we’re walking through Acts 2:37–47 and looking at what happens when conviction leads to real transformation. From repentance to the power of the Holy Spirit, and into the beauty of true community… this passage shows us what a life fully surrendered to Jesus can look like.

📖 In This Bible Study ✨ The role of repentance and obedience in your walk ✨ How the Holy Spirit leads and transforms you ✨ Why isolation is not God’s design for your life ✨ What the early church teaches us about true community

📓 Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

🙏 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📓  Join the "For The Soul" 2026 Prayer Journal Kickstarter! APRIL27th!  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1784105828/for-the-soul-prayer-journal

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3Z9sKxU

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. This helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for being here and growing with me

XO,

Diana Marie 💕 

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt like sharing your faith has to be complicated… or that you’re not equipped enough to do it the “right way”?

Today we’re continuing in Acts 2:14–36, stepping into Peter’s bold message to the crowd—and what it reveals about the power of the Holy Spirit, the truth of the Gospel, and the simple call to make Jesus known.

If you’re looking to grow in your relationship with God in a simple, consistent way, you’re in the right place!

📖 In This Bible Study ✨ What changed in Peter after being filled with the Holy Spirit ✨ How the Holy Spirit gives you boldness to speak ✨ Why the Gospel message is simpler than you think ✨ How Peter used scripture to point others to Jesus ✨ What it looks like to “let them know” in your everyday life

💛 RESOURCES FOR YOUR SPIRITUAL GROWTH:

If you’re looking to go deeper in your time with God, here are a few resources:

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

📓 Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📩 Weekly Love Note Email https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com

📓  Join the "For the Soul" Kickstarter!  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1784105828/for-the-soul-prayer-journal

📖 MY BIBLE + STUDY TOOLS:

📖 Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3QzEuF6

📘 Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

📗 BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

📙 Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

🤝 Let’s Connect!

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🙏 Support the Ministry

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🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry

XO,

Diana Marie 💕 

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever wondered what happened when the Holy Spirit first arrived following Jesus ascension into heaven?

Today we’re walking through Acts 2:1–13 together, stepping into the powerful moment when the Holy Spirit comes at Pentecost—and what it reveals about God’s power, His timing, and how He works through ordinary people to make Himself known.

If you’re looking to grow in your relationship with God in a simple, consistent way, you’re in the right place!

✨ In This Episode: • What happened when the Holy Spirit came like a mighty wind • The meaning behind the “suddenly” moments of God • How obedience positioned the disciples for this moment • Why God used this to draw others in • What it looks like to live a life that points back to Him

🔗 Helpful Links:

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

📓 Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📩 Weekly Love Note Email https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com

🎁 Spiritual Gifts Test https://gifts.churchgrowth.org/spiritual-gifts-survey/

📚 Resources:

📖 Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3QzEuF6

📘 Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

📗 BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

📙 Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

🤝 Let’s Connect!

🌐 https://circletimeforthesoul.com/

🙏 Support the Ministry

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry XO, Diana Marie 💕 

Hey Sis 💛 

Have you ever stopped to think… what happens when someone walks closely with Jesus… and still doesn’t follow through?

In today’s Bible study, we walk through Acts 1:12–26 and the moment where Matthias is chosen to replace Judas. It’s a powerful and sobering reminder that God’s mission continues forward… even when someone steps away.

As we study this passage together, this is an invitation to stay. To say yes. And to remain present in what God is calling you to 💛

• What happened after Judas’ betrayal
• Why the disciples replaced him
• The role of obedience, prayer, and unity
• What qualified someone to be the 12th disciple
• A sobering truth about God’s mission moving forward
• How this applies to your life today

Where in my life is God asking me to stay, show up, or say yes… and how can I respond in obedience today?

📓 Circle Time Prayer Journal KICKSTARTER (Begins April 27th) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1784105828/for-the-soul-prayer-journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📖 Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

📖 BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

📖 Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

📖 My Bible: Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/3QzEuF6

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting this ministry 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt stuck… not because God isn’t moving… but because your eyes are fixed on the wrong thing?

In today’s Bible Study, we begin the Book of Acts and walk through Acts 1:1–11.

This episode is a gentle but powerful invitation to step into the purpose God is calling you into right now.

✨ In This Episode: • What happened after Jesus’ resurrection • Why the disciples were told to stop “staring” • The role of the Holy Spirit in your daily walk • How to recognize when you’re stuck in a gaze • A mindset shift to refocus on God’s purpose for you

💛 Biblical Affirmation:

The same Jesus who called the disciples is calling me forward too. I release what I’ve been staring at and fix my eyes on Him. Through the Holy Spirit, I am empowered to walk in purpose today.

📓 Journal Prompt:

Where have you been “stuck in a gaze” lately?

Is your focus on the past, on what others have said, or on your current struggles instead of what God is doing right now?

🔗 Helpful Links: 📝 For the Soul Prayer Journal KICKSTARTER! Launches April 27th https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1784105828/for-the-soul-prayer-journal

✝️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📚 Resources: 📖 Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

📖 BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

📖 Spiritual Growth Bible (NLT) https://amzn.to/3X2bYkR

🎶 Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the ministry 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever found yourself looking at someone else’s life… wondering what God is doing for them… while quietly questioning your own path?

In today’s Bible Study, we’re closing out John 21 and Jesus gives Peter a simple but powerful directive: “Follow Me.”

And Sis… that same invitation is for you today.

This episode will gently pull your eyes back to Jesus and remind you that your calling is personal, purposeful, and not meant to be compared.

✨ In This Episode: • The powerful restoration moment between Jesus and Peter • Why Jesus asked Peter “Do you love me?” three times • How comparison distracts us from our calling • The deeper meaning behind “What is that to you?” • How to refocus your gaze back on Jesus • What it truly looks like to follow Him daily

📖 Scripture: John 21:15–25 Bible

📓 Journal Prompt: Where have I been distracted by comparing my journey to someone else’s, instead of fully focusing on following Jesus? What would it look like for me to fix my eyes back on Him today?

Sis, you don’t need to figure out everyone else’s path. Just follow Jesus 💛

🔗 Helpful Links ✨ Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

✨ Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📚 Resources Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Spiritual Growth Bible (NLT) https://amzn.to/3Z8bPpF

🎶 Music Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note Some links above may be affiliate links. This simply means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting this ministry 💛

Xo, Diana Marie 

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt like God was speaking… but you just weren’t sure if it was really Him?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we’re walking through John 21:1–14 and reflecting on a powerful moment where the disciples didn’t immediately recognize Jesus—even after everything they had experienced with Him.

And if we’re honest… we’ve been there too.

Sometimes life gets loud. Sometimes we’re tired. Sometimes disappointment and uncertainty cloud what once felt so clear.

But here’s the encouragement: Jesus doesn’t stop speaking—He draws us back to His voice.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• Why the disciples didn’t recognize Jesus right away
• How life distractions can affect our ability to hear God
• The connection between obedience and recognizing His voice
• What it looks like to trust God even when you’re unsure
• How to return to His presence and hear Him clearly again

📓 Journal Prompt: Where in my life have I allowed noise, exhaustion, or confusion to make God’s voice feel distant—and what is one simple step I can take today to quiet that noise and draw near to Him again?

Sis, this is your reminder… You’re not far from Him. Sometimes we just need to quiet the noise to hear Him again. 💛

✨ Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

✨ Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Spiritual Growth Bible (NLT) https://amzn.to/3RgZL8L

Every Day in His Presence Devotional Dr. Charles Stanley

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Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. This ministry is supported through your generosity and support. Thank you for being here 💛 Xo, 

Diana Marie

Hey Sis 💛

What do you do when you believe in Jesus… but still struggle with doubt?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we walk through John 20 and Jesus’ encounter with Thomas, where we discover a powerful truth: even in our doubt, Jesus meets us with grace. 

This devotional is for the believer who loves God but still wrestles with uncertainty, questions, or seasons of feeling distant.

✨ In This Episode: • Why Thomas doubted and how we can relate • What Jesus’ response reveals about His heart • The meaning of “blessed are those who believe without seeing” • How to recognize God moving in your everyday life • Encouragement for when doubt tries to creep in • A faith-building perspective shift rooted in Scripture

Sis, you are not alone in your questions… and you are not disqualified because of them. Jesus meets you right there 💛

Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

Blue Letter Bible: https://www.blueletterbible.org/ BibleRef: https://www.bibleref.com/ Bible Study Fellowship: https://www.bsfinternational.org/

📖 My Bible (Spiritual Growth Bible NLT): https://amzn.to/4d4i1JN

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping me continue to create faith-based content 💛

Xo, Diana Marie 

Hey Sis 💛  When was the last time you stayed long enough to truly encounter Jesus?

In today’s Bible Study with Me through Gospel of John 20:1–18, we witness one of the most powerful and personal moments in Scripture… the resurrection of Jesus and His first appearance to Mary Magdalene.

While others ran ahead, Mary stayed.

And because she stayed… she encountered the risen Christ.

In this devotional, we explore what it means to slow down, remain in God’s presence, and not rush past the very moment where Jesus wants to meet us. Because sometimes, the breakthrough we’re longing for isn’t in doing more… it’s in staying a little longer.

Grab your Bible and your journal. Let’s study together 💛

✨ In This Episode • A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 20:1–18 • The emotional reality of the resurrection moment • Why Mary Magdalene’s decision to stay matters • What the empty tomb reveals about Jesus’ power • How Jesus meets us personally and calls us by name • Why encounters with Jesus always carry purpose • How your everyday story can encourage someone else • The power of slowing down and staying in His presence

📓 Journal Prompt When was the last time you truly stayed in God’s presence without rushing? What might God be inviting you into if you paused long enough to listen—and how can you begin sharing what He’s doing in your life, even in the everyday moments?

🔗 Helpful Links 📓 Circle Time Prayer Journal: https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal 🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart: https://peacewithgod.net/steps/ 💛 Support the Ministry: https://www.blueletterbible.org/ BibleRef: https://www.bibleref.com/ Bible Study Fellowship: https://www.bsfinternational.org/ Spiritual Growth Bible (NLT): https://amzn.to/4d4i1JN

🎶 Music Buenos Dias by Matt Large – Epidemic Sound

📌 Note Some links may be affiliate links. This helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for being here and growing with me 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt hesitant to share your faith in Jesus… not because you don’t believe, but because you’re unsure how it will be received?

In today’s Bible Study, we’re in John 19:28–42 as we reflect on the final moments of Jesus’ life and His burial. But tucked within this passage is something we don’t want to miss…

Two secret disciples who stepped forward.

Joseph of Arimathea. Nicodemus.

Men who once stayed quiet… but chose courage when it mattered most.

And it leads us to a question we can’t ignore: Are we doing the same?

As we walk through Holy Week, this episode is a gentle but powerful reminder that sharing our faith doesn’t have to be complicated—it simply starts with obedience.

Sis, someone might be waiting on your invitation 💛

Grab your Bible and your journal. Let’s study together.

✨ In This Episode A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 19:28–42 What “secret discipleship” looks like in our lives today Why fear keeps us silent about our faith The power of simply planting seeds How God works beneath the surface of obedience A real-life story of invitation and unexpected openness Encouragement to share your faith this Holy Week

📓 Journal Prompt Where have I been holding back in sharing my faith, and what fear is at the root of that hesitation? What would it look like for me to simply plant one seed this week — in a way that feels natural, loving, and obedient?

🔗 Helpful Links 📝 Circle Time Prayer Journal: https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal ✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart: https://peacewithgod.net/steps/ 💛 Support the Ministry: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📚 Resources

Bible Project: https://bibleproject.com/ Blue Letter Bible: https://www.blueletterbible.org/ BibleRef: https://www.bibleref.com/ Bible Study Fellowship: https://www.bsfinternational.org/

🎶 Music Buenos Dias – Matt Large (Epidemic Sound)

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Xo, Diana Marie

Hey Sis 💛

There’s something we don’t talk about enough in our faith…

Not because it’s not important — but because it’s uncomfortable.

Sin.

In today’s Bible study, we walk through John 19:17–27 and take a closer look at Jesus’ journey to the cross. And what we see is something that shifts everything:

Sin is serious. Serious enough to cost Jesus the excruciating death of the cross.  

But this isn’t a message of shame — it’s a message of truth wrapped in love.

Because the same cross that reveals the weight of sin… also reveals the depth of God’s grace & love.

If you’ve ever found yourself minimizing sin, struggling with conviction, or needing a reset in your walk with God — this episode will meet you right where you are.

Grab your Bible and your journal. Let’s study together 💛

• A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 19:17–27
• What the cross reveals about the seriousness of sin
• Why Jesus’ suffering changes how we view our choices
• The difference between conviction and condemnation
• How understanding the cost leads to deeper surrender

Where in my life have I been minimizing or overlooking sin… and how is God gently calling me back into alignment with Him?

📝 Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🤍 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

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📖 My Bible (NLT): https://amzn.to/4d4i1JN

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever felt that quiet pressure to stay silent… to go along with what’s easier instead of what’s right?

In this Bible Study, we walk through John 19:1–16 and the moment Pontius Pilate stands face to face with truth… and still wavers.

It’s easy to read this passage and wonder how he could miss it. But if we’re honest, we face similar moments every day.

Moments where fear, pressure, or approval try to pull us away from standing firm in Jesus.

This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder that indecision is still a decision… and that we are invited to fix our eyes on truth and not the noise around us.

Grab your Bible and your journal. Let’s study together 💛

✨ A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 19:1–16 ✨ What Jesus endured before the cross and why it matters ✨ The danger of pressure, fear, and compromise ✨ Why Pilate’s indecision still speaks to us today ✨ The difference between truth and cultural influence ✨ How to stand firm in your faith when it’s uncomfortable

Where in my life am I feeling pressure to stay silent, compromise, or choose comfort over truth… and what would it look like for me to stand firmly with Jesus in that area today?

📝 Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Support the Ministry https://www.blueletterbible.org/ BibleRef: https://www.bibleref.com/ Bible Study Fellowship: https://www.bsfinternational.org/ Spiritual Growth Bible (NLT): https://amzn.to/4d4i1JN

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Hey Sis 💛

What if the greatest threat to your faith isn’t rejection… but compromise?

In today’s Bible study, we walk through John 18:28–40 and the moment Jesus stands before Pilate. A moment filled with tension, truth, and a question that still echoes today:

“What is truth?”

Pilate had the opportunity to choose truth… but instead, he chose comfort, avoidance, and ultimately compromise.

And if we’re honest… we can do the same.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that not choosing God fully is still a choice. And the life Jesus is calling you into isn’t restriction… it’s freedom.

Grab your Bible and your journal. Let’s study together. 💛

✨ A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 18:28–40 ✨ The confrontation between truth and compromise ✨ Why Pilate’s avoidance became a life-altering decision ✨ What it means to live “in the middle” spiritually ✨ How compromise can quietly shape our faith ✨ Why choosing Jesus fully leads to true freedom

Where in my life have I been choosing comfort or avoidance over fully following God? What would it look like for me to choose Him boldly in that area today?

📓 Circle Time Prayer Journal: https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal 🙏 Accept Jesus: https://peacewithgod.net/steps/ 💛 Support the Ministry: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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Buenos Dias – Matt Large (Epidemic Sound)

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Hey Sis 💛

Sometimes the hardest moments in our faith aren’t loud…

They’re the quiet ones. The moments where fear takes over… and we stay silent.

In today’s Bible Study, we walk through John 18:15–27 and the moment Peter denies Jesus not once, not twice… but three times.

A moment filled with fear. A moment filled with pressure. A moment that could have defined him… but didn’t.

Because what we see in Peter’s story is something we all need to be reminded of:

Failure is not final when grace is involved.

If you’ve ever had a moment where you didn’t stand firm in your faith… this episode will meet you with truth, grace, and a reminder that God is not finished with you.

Grab your Bible and your journal. Let’s study together 💛

✨ A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 18:15–27 ✨ Why Peter denied Jesus and what fear can do to us ✨ The tension between bold faith and real-life pressure ✨ What this moment reveals about human nature ✨ Why Peter’s failure didn’t define his future ✨ How God’s grace meets us in our weakest moments

Where in my life have I allowed fear to silence my faith… and how is God inviting me to respond differently moving forward?

Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Bible Diana Marie is Using: "Spiritual Growth Bible NLT" https://amzn.to/4rLL0pi

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Xo, Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Sometimes, the hardest moments in our lives aren’t the ones where we lose control…

They’re the ones where God asks us to surrender it.

In today’s Bible study, we step into John 18:1–14 — the moment Jesus is betrayed and arrested. But instead of resistance, fear, or confusion… we see something powerful.

We see Jesus step forward.

Fully aware. Fully surrendered. Fully trusting the Father.

And if we’re honest… this kind of surrender doesn’t always come naturally to us.

If you’ve been struggling to trust God in a hard or uncertain season, this passage will gently challenge and encourage your heart.

Because what looks like loss… might actually be obedience. And what feels heavy… might be the very place God is working most.

✨ In This Episode

✨ A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 18:1–14 ✨ What it means that Jesus stepped forward willingly ✨ The difference between control and surrender ✨ How Peter’s reaction mirrors our own human instincts ✨ Why the “cup” God gives us is still part of His perfect plan

📓 Journal Prompt

What is the “cup” God has placed in front of me in this season…

Am I resisting it, trying to control it, or avoiding it…

Or am I willing to trust Him and surrender — even when it’s hard?

🔗 Helpful Links

Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📚 Resources

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Bible Diana Marie is Using: "Spiritual Growth Bible NLT" https://amzn.to/4rLL0pi

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 

Xo, Diana Marie 

Hey Sis 💛

Did you know that Jesus prayed for you?

In John 17, we step into the longest recorded prayer of Jesus in the Gospels. And at the very end… He does something deeply personal.

He prays not just for His disciples, but for all who would believe in Him. That includes you.

In today’s Bible Study, we finish John 17 and uncover two powerful truths that can completely shift how you see your faith, your identity, and your purpose.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, overlooked, or unsure of your place, this passage is a reminder that Jesus already covered you in prayer.

And not only that, He is still working through you.

Grab your Bible and your journal. Let’s study together. 💛

✨ In This Episode

✨ A biblical affirmation rooted in John 17:13–26 ✨ The powerful truth that Jesus prayed for YOU ✨ What it means to be in the world but not of it ✨ Why unity matters in the life of a believer ✨ How God works through you to influence others ✨ Encouragement for when you feel unseen or unqualified

📓 Journal Prompt

Where in my life might I be underestimating the influence God has given me, and what would it look like to fully surrender that area so His love can flow through me more boldly and intentionally?

🔗 Helpful Links

📓 Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📚 Resources

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

NLT Bible (Used by Diana Marie) https://amzn.to/4lIbmY6

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛  In this episode, we step into John 17 and witness the longest recorded prayer of Jesus in the Gospels. In this deeply intimate moment between the Son and the Father, we’re given a powerful glimpse into the heart of God.

Here, Jesus is specifically praying for His disciples. Those who walked with Him, followed Him, and believed in Him. He prays for their protection, their unity, and their ability to remain grounded in God while living in a world that would challenge their faith.

And while this prayer is spoken over the disciples, it reveals something deeply personal for us as well. It shows us how Jesus cares for those who belong to Him.

If you’ve been questioning your worth or wondering where you stand with God, this episode is a gentle reminder of who you are in Him.

Grab your Bible and your journal… let’s study together. 💛

✨ A biblical affirmation rooted in John 17 ✨ What Jesus’ prayer reveals about God’s heart for His disciples ✨ Why protection and unity matter in the life of a believer ✨ The true meaning of eternal life ✨ A devotional reminder that you are a gift to Jesus

What would begin to shift in your heart if you truly believed that you are a gift to Jesus? Where have you been questioning your worth, and how does this truth challenge that today?

📓 Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

NLT Bible (Used by Diana Marie) https://amzn.to/4lIbmY6

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛  Sometimes, the seasons we walk through with God feel confusing and heavy.

In today’s episode, we continue in John 16:16–33, where Jesus speaks to His disciples in a moment filled with confusion, sorrow, and uncertainty. He tells them that they will grieve… but their grief will turn into joy.

And honestly, it sounds a lot like the seasons we walk through today.

If you’ve ever felt confused in your faith, discouraged by your circumstances, or unsure of what God is doing, this passage is for you. Jesus reminds us of something powerful. Your sorrow is not the end of your story, and the joy He gives cannot be taken away.

✨ A biblical affirmation rooted in John 16 ✨ Why God doesn’t always reveal everything at once ✨ How sorrow can lead to deeper faith and lasting joy ✨ What it means to take heart in the middle of trials ✨ The promise that Jesus has already overcome the world

Where in my life am I being invited to trust God, even when I don’t understand what He’s doing?

What would it look like for me to truly take heart, knowing that Jesus has already overcome?

Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛 

What if the moments that feel most confusing in your faith journey are actually the moments when God is doing His deepest work in you?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we begin John 16:1–15, where Jesus prepares His disciples for something they cannot yet fully understand. He tells them that hardship is coming, that they will face opposition, and that He is going away.

But in the middle of their grief, Jesus gives them an incredible promise.

The promise of the Holy Spirit.

In this passage, Jesus reminds His followers that they will not be left alone. The Spirit of Truth will come to guide them, convict the world of sin, and reveal the truth of God.

If you have ever felt overwhelmed, confused, or uncertain in your faith journey, this scripture offers a powerful reminder.

God has not left you alone.

The Holy Spirit is your Helper, your Guide, and the One who leads you into truth.

Grab your Bible and your journal.

Let’s study together.

• A biblical affirmation rooted in John 16 • Why Jesus prepared His disciples for hardship • The promise of the Advocate and Spirit of Truth • How the Holy Spirit guides believers into truth • A devotional reminder that you are not walking alone

I am not alone in this world. The Holy Spirit guides me into truth and reminds me of everything that belongs to Jesus. Even when I do not understand the path ahead, God’s Spirit is faithfully leading me.

Where in your life right now do you need to remember that the Holy Spirit is with you and guiding you in truth?

Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

Hey Sis 💛

What if being rejected by the world is actually evidence that you are walking with Jesus?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we continue our Journey through John as we explore John 15:18–26, where Jesus prepares His disciples for something many believers rarely talk about. The reality that following Him may bring resistance, rejection, or even hatred from the world.

But Jesus does not leave His followers without hope.

In this powerful passage, Jesus reminds His disciples that the world hated Him first. He also gives them a promise that changes everything. The promise of the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, who would come to guide believers, strengthen their faith, and help them testify about Him.

If you have ever felt uncomfortable living out your faith or wondered why following Jesus can sometimes create tension with the world around you, this scripture offers both clarity and encouragement.

Grab your Bible and your journal.

Let’s study together. 📖

✨ In This Episode

• A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 15 • Why Jesus warned believers about the world’s hatred • What Jesus meant by “the world” • Why living set apart can make others uncomfortable • The promise of the Holy Spirit as our Advocate • How your testimony becomes a witness to who Jesus is

📖 Soul Reflection

Where in your life might God be inviting you to live more courageously for Him, even if it feels counter cultural?

Is there a place where you have been holding back from sharing your faith, your testimony, or the work Jesus has done in your life?

Take a moment to ask the Holy Spirit for courage and wisdom as you continue walking faithfully with Jesus.

🔗 Helpful Links

Share Your Testimony https://forms.gle/munWk7SXfXs8Bebf9

Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Support the Ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

📚 Resources

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

The Believer's Authority https://amzn.to/3NzdJj4

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt like you are trying your hardest to live the Christian life… but still feel exhausted, discouraged, or spiritually dry?

Many believers spend their lives trying to produce spiritual fruit through effort, discipline, or sheer willpower.

But in John 15:1–17, Jesus reveals something that completely changes how the Christian life actually works.

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we walk through Jesus’ powerful teaching about the vine and the branches and explore what it really means to abide in Christ. Together we’ll look at how God prunes believers, how the Holy Spirit produces fruit in our lives, and why remaining connected to Jesus leads to a life filled with lasting joy.

✨ In this episode we explore

• A biblical affirmation rooted in John 15 • Why Jesus calls Himself the true vine • What it means to abide in Christ daily • How God prunes believers as part of sanctification • The fruit the Holy Spirit produces in our lives • Why Jesus calls His disciples friends • The kind of joy that comes from remaining in Him

📖 Soul Reflection

Where in my life am I still trying to love, be joyful, find peace, show kindness, or exercise self-control without first abiding in Jesus?

Take a few moments to reflect honestly on the areas where you may be striving in your own strength, and invite Jesus to be the source of your strength, wisdom, and growth.

Helpful Links

Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Resources

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

The Believer's Authority https://amzn.to/3NzdJj4

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever wondered how believers are actually able to live the Christian life?

Because if we are honest, trying to follow Jesus through our own discipline, effort, or willpower often leaves us feeling discouraged.

In John 14:15–31, Jesus prepares His disciples for something that must have been incredibly confusing and heartbreaking. He tells them that He is leaving.

But in the middle of that moment, Jesus makes a promise that changes everything.

A promise that would transform how believers live their faith, understand obedience, and experience peace.

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we walk through this powerful passage together and explore what Jesus meant when He spoke about the Holy Spirit, obedience that flows from love, and a peace the world simply cannot offer.

✨ In this episode we explore

• A biblical affirmation rooted in John 14 • Why Jesus connects love and obedience • The promise Jesus gives before His departure • What it means that believers are not left alone • The role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer • The kind of peace Jesus leaves with His followers

Where in my life do I need to receive the peace that Jesus offers instead of the peace the world tries to give?

Take a few moments to write honestly about what may be troubling your heart, and invite the Holy Spirit to help you rest in the steady peace that comes from trusting Jesus.

Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

The Believer's Authority https://amzn.to/3NzdJj4

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever wondered what Jesus meant in John 14 when He said, “Ask for anything in my name, and I will do it”?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we explore this powerful passage from the Gospel of John and unpack what it means for Christian prayer, faith, and trusting God’s promises.

If you have ever tried to understand prayer or wondered what it truly means to pray in Jesus’ name, this scripture study helps bring clarity to one of the most quoted verses in the Bible.

✨ In this episode we explore:

• A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 14 • Why Jesus tells His disciples not to let their hearts be troubled • What Jesus means when He says He is the way, the truth, and the life • Why believers will do greater works after His ministry • What it truly means to ask for something in Jesus’ name • Why context matters when reading Scripture • How prayer becomes participation in God’s work

Sis, prayer was never meant to be about controlling outcomes.

It is an invitation to partner with God in what He is already doing.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 HELPFUL LINKS

Prayer Journal (SPRING SALE 20% OFF!) https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Join the Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Support the ministry https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 RESOURCES

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef Commentary https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Pastor Charles Stanley Sermon on Prayer https://youtu.be/MsSuhpXxttY?si=FfRd3-Sb4coCK6tQ

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🎶 MUSIC

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 NOTE

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals.

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever been completely confident in your faith… only to later realize you weren’t as strong as you thought?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we walk through John 13:18–38, a powerful and honest moment between Jesus and His disciples. In this passage, Jesus reveals that one of the men sitting at the table with Him will betray Him. Shortly after, Peter boldly declares that he is ready to die for Jesus.

But Jesus responds with a sobering truth.

Before the rooster crows the next morning, Peter will deny even knowing Him three times.

This moment reminds us that faith is not built on our own strength or confidence. It is built on our dependence on Christ. Even when we fall short, Jesus already knows our story from beginning to end and speaks redemption over our lives.

Peter’s failure did not cancel his future. In fact, Jesus was already pointing toward the restoration that would come later.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 13:18–38 • Why Jesus predicted His betrayal before it happened • The humanity of Jesus as He faced betrayal and heartbreak • What Peter’s bold promise reveals about our own faith • The powerful meaning behind Jesus asking Peter, “Die for me?” • How Jesus was already speaking reconciliation over Peter’s future • A devotional reflection titled “Die for Me?” • A journal prompt to help you reflect on God’s grace when you fall short

Sis, one of the most beautiful truths in this passage is that Jesus already knew Peter would fail… and He still chose him.

Our failures never surprise God, and they never cancel His grace.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 HELPFUL LINKS

🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🤍 Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 RESOURCES FOR DEEPER STUDY

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 MUSIC

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 NOTE

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself…

Would you still praise God if everything in life wasn’t going right?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we open to John 13:1–17, one of the most powerful moments in Jesus’ ministry. In this passage, Jesus kneels down and washes the feet of His disciples. The King of Kings takes the posture of a servant.

In the ancient world, washing someone’s feet was a task reserved for the lowest servant in the household. Yet Jesus chose to model humility and sacrificial love in a way His disciples would never forget.

This moment reveals something deeper about the heart of God and about the kind of life believers are called to live.

When we truly understand how deeply we are loved by our Heavenly Father, it changes how we show up in the world and how we love others.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 13:1–17 • Why Jesus washing the disciples’ feet shocked everyone in the room • What true humility looks like in the life of a believer • How knowing you are loved by God changes how you treat others • Why Jesus calls His followers to serve one another • A devotional reflection titled “Living Like You’re Loved” • A journal prompt to help you reflect on God’s love in your daily life

Sis, when you know whose you are, you move through life differently.

When we understand the depth of Christ’s love for us, it begins to shape how we love and serve others.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 HELPFUL LINKS

🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🤍 Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 RESOURCES FOR DEEPER STUDY

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 MUSIC

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 NOTE

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever caught yourself caring more about what people think than what God thinks?

In a world filled with likes, comments, reviews, and constant opinions, it can be easy to start measuring our worth by human praise instead of God’s approval.

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we finish John 12 by exploring a sobering moment in Jesus’ ministry. Despite the miracles, the signs, and the undeniable evidence of who He was, many people still chose not to believe.

Why?

Scripture tells us something incredibly honest about the human heart.

They loved the praise of people more than the praise of God.

This passage invites us to pause and examine our own hearts. Are our decisions shaped by fear of people or faith in God?

Sis, God never called us to chase approval. He called us to walk in obedience.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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✨ Episode Highlights

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 12:37–50 • Why many people still refused to believe in Jesus despite the miracles • What Scripture means when it says God hardened their hearts • Why context matters when we study the Bible • The danger of seeking human praise over God’s approval • How fear can quietly shape our spiritual decisions • What it looks like to realign our hearts toward obedience to God

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 HELPFUL LINKS

🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🤍 Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 RESOURCES FOR DEEPER STUDY

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 MUSIC

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 NOTE

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt the tension between wanting to follow Jesus… and wanting to hold on to control of your life?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we continue through John 12:20–36, where Jesus begins preparing His followers for what is about to happen. For the first time, He declares that His hour has come. The cross is approaching, and Jesus reveals a powerful truth about the kingdom of God.

A seed must fall to the ground and die before it produces life.

This moment was not just about Jesus’ sacrifice. It is also an invitation. An invitation for us to consider what it means to truly surrender our lives to Him.

Because the path to real life in Christ often begins with letting go of the life we are trying to control.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 12:20–36 • Why Jesus compares His death to a seed producing life • What it means when Jesus says His hour has come • Why some people heard God’s voice while others missed it • How the cross defeated Satan’s power over believers • What Jesus means when He calls us to lose our life to find it • Why surrender does not make life smaller but fuller in Christ • A devotional reflection titled “We’ve Got a Part to Play” • A journal prompt to help you reflect on surrender and trust

Sis, following Jesus was never meant to be a comfortable life built on control. It is a surrendered life built on trust.

And the beautiful truth is this.

When we place our lives in His hands, what feels like loss often becomes the very thing that produces life.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 HELPFUL LINKS

🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🤍 Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 RESOURCES FOR DEEPER STUDY

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 MUSIC

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 NOTE

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever realized that some people simply won’t like you… even when you’ve done nothing wrong?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we open John 12 and witness two powerful moments: Mary pouring out costly worship at Jesus’ feet and the triumphant entry into Jerusalem. But alongside worship and celebration, we also see something sobering — opposition rising from both outside and within.

Lazarus becomes a target simply because his life reflects the power of Jesus.

And that truth still speaks today.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 12:1–19 • Why Mary’s worship was criticized • What Judas’ reaction reveals about the heart • Why obedience often triggers opposition • The dangerous desire to make everyone happy • Palm Sunday prophecy fulfillment • What it means to live for God’s approval instead of people’s

Sis, you were not created to manage everyone’s emotions.

You were created to obey God.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 HELPFUL LINKS

🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🤍 Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 MUSIC

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 NOTE

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are searching for Bible studies and devotionals 💛

Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever noticed how God can use anyone to accomplish His will… even those who oppose Him?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we close out John 11:45–57 and step into the moment where the official plot to kill Jesus begins. What looked like the beginning of the end was actually the setup for the greatest victory in history.

Opposition rises. Religious leaders panic. A secret meeting unfolds.

And yet… God is still sovereign.

Sis, what looks like the end may actually be the turning point.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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✨ In This Episode, We Explore:

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 11:45–57 • Why opposition often follows breakthrough • How Caiaphas unknowingly prophesied the gospel • What the Sanhedrin feared and why • How God uses even evil intentions to accomplish redemption • A devotional reflection titled “There’s More to Your Story” • A journal prompt to help you trust God in hard chapters

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🔗 Helpful Links

🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🤍 Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 Resources for Deeper Study

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 Music Credit

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Source: Epidemic Sound

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📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue to reach women who are hungry for truth. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever asked the quiet question in your grief… Does God even care?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we walk through John 11:30–43 — the moment Jesus weeps before raising Lazarus from the dead. This powerful passage reveals both His compassion and His authority. We see a Savior who is not distant from sorrow, yet fully sovereign over death.

Sometimes what feels like delay is actually a setup for deeper belief.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 11:30–57 • Why Jesus wept even knowing the miracle was coming • The meaning behind His righteous anger • How grief and glory can exist in the same moment • Why God’s delays are often divine setups • The deeper purpose behind Lazarus’ resurrection • A devotional reflection titled “Does God Even Care?” • A journal prompt for processing grief and trust

Sis, He does care. And sometimes His glory unfolds right in the middle of our pain.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 Helpful Links

🙏 Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

🤍 Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 Resources for Deeper Study

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue to reach women who are hungry for truth. 💛

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Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt like God’s timing just does not match yours?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we begin one of the most well-known miracles in Scripture — the raising of Lazarus in John 11. But before the resurrection… there was waiting. And that waiting was not accidental.

Jesus loved Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. And yet… He stayed two more days.

This passage invites us to wrestle with something deeply personal: What if God’s delay is not denial, but design?

✨ In this episode, we explore: • A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 11:1–29 • Why Jesus delayed even though He loved them • The difference between urgency and intention • What it means that obedience is the safest course of action • Martha’s honest faith in the middle of grief • How God uses waiting to deepen revelation • A devotional reflection titled “He Waited So That…” • A journal prompt to process where God feels delayed in your life

Sis, sometimes the miracle we are asking for is smaller than the revelation He is preparing to give.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 Resources for Deeper Study

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 Music

Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue to reach women who are hungry for truth. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we step into John 10:22 to 42 during Hanukkah, the Festival of Dedication, where Jesus is confronted again and pressed to say plainly if He is the Messiah.

But Jesus makes something clear. The issue is not a lack of information. It is a heart committed to disbelief.

We talk about what it means to truly belong to Him as His sheep, to recognize His voice, and to rest in the promise that no one can snatch you from His hand. We also look at how Jesus stays anchored in the Father’s timing, even when people try to force an outcome.

Today’s devotional is called Delayed Reaction, and it is for the one who has been praying, planting seeds, and wondering why nothing seems to be changing yet.

Sis, God is still working. Faith often blooms later than we expect.

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✨ In this episode, we explore

• What Jesus meant when He said, “My sheep listen to My voice” • The comfort and security of being held in the Father’s hand • What it means that the Father and the Son are one • How unbelief can be an issue of posture, not proof • Why Jesus points them back to Scripture and His works • A Circle Time devotional on trusting God’s timing for those you love • A journal prompt to help you release control and rest

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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📚 Resources for Deeper Study

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 Music

Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue to reach women who are hungry for truth. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we step into John 10:1–21 where Jesus responds to the Pharisees after healing the blind man… and what He reveals is so rich. He calls Himself the Gate and the Good Shepherd — the One who knows us, leads us, protects us, and calls us by name.

We talk about what it means to truly recognize His voice and how Jesus offers not just safety but abundant life.

Today’s devotional reminds us that being fully known and truly loved isn’t something to fear. It is the gift of belonging to Him.

✨ In this episode, we explore: • What Jesus means by “My sheep know My voice” • How shepherding reveals the strength and sacrifice of Christ • Why the thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy • What abundant life really looks like for a believer • How to run from the stranger’s voice • What it means to be fully known and truly loved by God • A Circle Time devotional on identity and spiritual freedom • A journal prompt to reflect and respond

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women who are hungry for truth. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever had a prayer answered… a breakthrough… a healing… only to immediately be met with opposition?

Same.

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we continue our journey through John 9:17–41 and walk through what happens after the blind man is healed. Instead of celebration, he faces interrogation. Instead of applause, he faces rejection. And yet… he stands firm.

This passage teaches us something powerful about testimony, humility, pride, and spiritual sight. It reminds us that opposition does not invalidate what God has done. And sometimes, the greatest blindness is thinking we no longer need to learn.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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✨ Episode Highlights

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 9:17–41 • Why opposition often follows breakthrough • The power of a simple testimony: “I was blind, now I see” • The difference between humility and spiritual pride • The danger of thinking we already see clearly • How Jesus finds us even when others cast us out

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🔗 Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/coll...

For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted...

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📚 Resources for Deeper Study

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 Music

Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue to reach women who are hungry for truth. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever wondered if what you’re walking through is some kind of punishment?

In John 9:1–16, the disciples assume someone must be at fault for a man’s blindness. But Jesus completely shifts the narrative. This moment was not about blame. It was about glory.

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we walk through one of Jesus’ most powerful miracles — healing a man born blind — and uncover what it reveals about suffering, obedience, spiritual blindness, and the heart of God.

Sis, this is not about minimizing pain. It is about magnifying purpose.

God does not delight in suffering. But He is sovereign over it.

• A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 9:1–16 • Why hardship is not always punishment • What Jesus meant when He said this happened “so the works of God might be displayed” • The significance of the Pool of Siloam • Why obedience matters, even when it feels strange • The difference between physical sight and spiritual sight • How to shift from asking “Why?” to asking “What are You doing through this, God?”

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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✨ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

✨ Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

✨ For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

✨ Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry and helping Circle Time for the Soul continue to reach women who are hungry for truth. 💛

Hey Sis 💛

What is the difference between knowing about God… and actually believing Jesus?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we walk through John 8:48–59 where Jesus finishes His intense conversation with the religious leaders. What begins as dialogue turns into accusation. But Jesus does not defend ego. He points back to the Father.

This passage reveals something sobering. You can be educated in Scripture. You can know the history. You can claim spiritual heritage. And still reject the Son.

✨ In this episode, we explore: • A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 8:48–59 • The difference between knowing and believing • Why pride resists truth • The Greek distinction between ginosko and eido • What Jesus meant when He said, “Before Abraham was, I AM” • How rejecting Jesus is the same as rejecting God • What surrender looks like in real life

Sis, truth is never threatened by rejection. But our hearts are shaped by how we respond to it.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 Music Credit

Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry 💛

Hey Sis 💛 What voice are you listening to every single day?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we continue through John 8:33–47 where Jesus confronts a dangerous misunderstanding. The religious leaders believed their heritage guaranteed their standing with God. But Jesus exposes something deeper. Spiritual freedom is not inherited. It is received through faith in Him.

This episode dives into what it means to truly be set free, how habitual sin enslaves the heart, and why making room for God’s truth is the only way to distinguish between the voice of the Father and the father of lies.

✨ In this episode, we explore • A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 8:33–47 • The difference between biological heritage and spiritual fatherhood • What Jesus means by “slave to sin” • Why some people cannot hear the truth • How to make room for God’s Word in your daily life • Practical steps for reading Scripture consistently

Sis, freedom is not about ancestry. It is about intimacy.

If the Son sets you free, you are truly free.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Donate to Support the Podcast https://www.blueletterbible.org/

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com/

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org/

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🎶 Music Credit

Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Some links may be affiliate links. Thank you for supporting this ministry 💛

Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever wondered what Jesus truly meant when He said, “The truth will set you free”?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we continue through John 8:21–32 and listen closely to one of Jesus’ final teachings in this moment. The people around Him were longing for political rescue. They wanted freedom from Rome. But Jesus offered something deeper and eternal.

He offered freedom from sin.

In this episode, we explore what it means to truly believe in Jesus, what it looks like to hold to His teaching, and how obedience transforms us from casual believers into real disciples.

✨ A Circle Time–style biblical affirmation from John 8:21–32 📖 Scripture study on freedom, unbelief, and the “I AM” declaration 🕊 A devotional reflection called Be Set Free 📓 A heart-level journal prompt on obedience and repentance 🙏 A closing prayer for lasting spiritual freedom

Sis, freedom is not just hearing truth. It is walking in it.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

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Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever felt like someone thought they knew you… but they didn’t really know you?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we sit in John 8:12–20 where Jesus boldly declares, “I am the Light of the world.” The Pharisees knew the Law. They studied Scripture. They were educated and respected. Yet they completely missed the Son of God standing right in front of them.

This episode invites us to slow down and examine the difference between heavenly wisdom and being book smart. Because faith in this generation does not require more information. It requires more trust.

✨ In this episode, we explore ✨ A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 8:12–20 📖 Scripture study on Jesus as the Light of the World 🕊 A devotional reflection on information overload versus intimacy with Christ 📓 A heart level journal prompt about trust and surrender 🙏 A closing prayer for open hearts and deeper relationship

Sis, you can know Scripture and still miss Jesus. But when you follow Him, you will never walk in darkness.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

Weekly Love Note Email List https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com

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📚 Resources for Bible Study

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

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🎶 Music Credit

Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

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📝 Notes

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Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever felt the heavy weight of accusation?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we step into John 8:1–11, where a woman caught in sin is thrown at the feet of Jesus. The religious leaders want a trap. The crowd wants a spectacle. But Jesus brings something entirely different.

He brings mercy.

When shame meets grace, everything changes.

In this episode of Circle Time for the Soul, we slow down and look closely at how Jesus responds when you feel exposed, misunderstood, or attacked. Because the way He handled that moment then is still the way He handles us now.

✨ In This Episode

✨ A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 8:1–11 📖 Scripture study on accusation, legalism, and the heart of Christ 🕊 A devotional reflection called The Gift of Grace 📓 A journal prompt for when you feel attacked or misunderstood 🙏 A closing prayer for transformation and mercy

Sis, Jesus does not excuse sin. But He also does not weaponize it.

He stands in the gap.

And then He lovingly says, “Go and sin no more.”

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

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🔗 Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Weekly Love Note Email List https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com

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📚 Resources for Bible Study

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

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🎶 Music Credit

Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large Source: Epidemic Sound

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📝 Notes

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Hey Sis 💛  If you’ve been saying, “I really want to read my Bible more…” but you keep starting and stopping… this is your holy pause.

In today’s episode of Circle Time for the Soul, we’re slowing down to talk about how to stay consistent in the Word of God in a way that actually sticks.

Because if Jesus is the Word made flesh, then consistency in Scripture is consistency in knowing Him.

Sometimes we do not need more motivation. We need rhythm.

In this episode, we walk through:

✨ Why identity drives consistency ✨ How to make Bible reading a non negotiable ✨ Choosing a translation you actually understand ✨ Using devotional structure wisely ✨ Why journaling changes everything ✨ What to do when you fall off and need to restart

Sis, consistency is not perfection. It is returning.

If you are ready to become a woman who runs to the Word first instead of worry, this episode is your starting place.

Xo, Diana Marie 💛

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Helpful Links

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Weekly Love Note Email List https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com

If you would like to support this ministry, you are welcome to “buy me a cup of tea” ☕️ https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XEP4CUT65R2H6

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Music Credit

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Music provided by Epidemic Sound

Hey Sis 💛  Have you ever noticed how easy it is to follow the crowd without even realizing it?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we slow down in John 7:25–52, where division rises around Jesus. Some believed. Some doubted. Some argued. Some even chose violence. And right in the middle of it all, Jesus stands and declares that anyone who is thirsty can come to Him and drink.

The crowd has always been divided. The voices have always been loud. But what anchors us is not public opinion. It is Jesus.

In this episode, we explore:

✨ A Circle Time–style biblical affirmation from John 7:37–52 📖 Scripture study on division, discernment, and spiritual thirst 🧭 A devotional reflection called Who Is Your North Star? 📓 A heart-level journal prompt to examine who is shaping your perspective 🙏 A closing prayer to re-center your heart on truth

Sis, being informed is not the problem. Being informed without Jesus as your loudest voice is.

Grab your Bible. Grab your journal. Let’s lean in together. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie

❤️ Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

💛 Circle Time Collective https://circletimeforthesoul.com/collective

📓 For the Soul Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

💌 Weekly Love Note Email List https://lovenote.circletimeforthesoul.com

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"Trusting God's Timing" Episode mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/circle-time-for-the-soul-daily-devotional-bible-study/id1687321834?i=1000749206372

📖 Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

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Music: Buenos Dias by Matt Large (Epidemic Sound)

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Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever been told “God’s timing is perfect” but struggled to believe it in the middle of your situation?

In today’s Bible Study with Me, we continue our walk through John 7:25–36 and take a closer look at what it means to trust God’s timing when the crowd is loud, opinions are everywhere, and pressure is real.

Jesus teaches boldly in this passage, even as people question His authority, misunderstand His purpose, and try to silence His message. Yet Scripture reminds us that no one could touch Him because His time had not yet come.

This episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and lean into God’s timing rather than rushing ahead or wrestling for control.

In this episode, we explore ✨ A Circle Time style biblical affirmation rooted in John 7:10–24 📖 Scripture study on discernment, crowd influence, and divine authority 🕊 A devotional reflection on trusting God’s timing in waiting and movement 📓 A heart level journal prompt for your current season 🙏 A closing prayer for patience, peace, and trust in the Lord

Sis, you cannot rush or stop what God has already ordained. His timing is purposeful, protective, and always working for your good.

Grab your Bible and your journal. Let’s do this together.

Love y’all, Diana Marie 💕

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