Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever realized God was trying to show you the truth… but you didn’t really want to change what you were doing?

Maybe it was the way you were speaking, the thing you kept going back to, the way you were spending your time, or an area where God had already been gently correcting you.

In today’s Bible study, we’re looking at Acts 17:16-34, where Paul speaks to the people of Athens about the “unknown God” they had been searching for. But once the truth was made known, they had a choice to make.

And Sis, the same is true for us.

When God reveals truth to us, it’s not to shame us. It’s to lead us back to Him. Grace is not an excuse to stay the same. Grace is the gift that helps us turn, repent, and walk in a new direction.

So grab your Bible, your journal, and let’s open God’s Word together.

🔗 Helpful Links

🩷 For the Soul Prayer Journal 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

📚 Resources

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

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

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

Through the Bible with Pastor Paul https://www.youtube.com/@through-the-bible

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/4urjU8R

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase through these links, it helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for helping me continue creating free Bible studies and devotionals for women around the world.

Xo, Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever heard a message, read a devotional, or listened to someone teach the Bible and thought, “That sounds good”… but never actually opened the Word to see it for yourself?

In today’s Bible study, we’re looking at Acts 17:1-15 and the believers in Berea, who didn’t just receive Paul’s message with open hearts. They searched the Scriptures daily to see if what he was teaching was true.

Grab your Bible and journal, and let’s open God’s Word together.

🔗 Helpful Links

🩷 For the Soul Prayer Journal 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

📚 Resources

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

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

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

Through the Bible with Pastor Paul https://www.youtube.com/@through-the-bible

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/4urjU8R

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase through these links, it helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for helping me continue creating free Bible studies and devotionals for women around the world.

Xo, Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever found yourself in a situation you did not sign up for… but somehow knew God was asking you to stay?

In Acts 16, Paul and Silas are beaten, thrown into prison, and placed in chains. But around midnight, instead of giving up, they begin praying and singing hymns to God. Then suddenly, an earthquake shakes the prison, the doors open, and everyone’s chains fall off.

But here’s the part that gets me: Paul and Silas were free to leave… but they stayed.

Because sometimes freedom doesn’t mean leaving. Sometimes freedom means staying surrendered.

In today’s Bible study, we’re talking about what it looks like to praise God in the midnight place, follow the Holy Spirit over good advice, and trust that even the places we didn’t sign up for can still be used for God’s glory.

If you’ve been asking God for an exit, this episode will encourage you to pause, listen, and ask Him what He’s really doing in this season.

📖 In This Bible Study

✨ Acts 16:16-40 Bible Study ✨ Paul and Silas in prison ✨ What it means to praise God at midnight ✨ Why every open door is not always an exit ✨ How obedience can impact someone else’s freedom ✨ Staying surrendered when life doesn’t go as planned

🔗 Helpful Links

🩷 For the Soul Prayer Journal 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

📚 Resources

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

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

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

Through the Bible with Pastor Paul

https://www.youtube.com/@Through-the-Bible

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/4urjU8R

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase through these links, it helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for helping me continue creating free Bible studies and devotionals for women around the world.

Xo,

Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever wondered why God would close a door you were sure He wanted you to walk through?

Maybe you've been praying, making plans, and trying to move forward, but things just aren't working out the way you expected.

In Acts 16, we see Paul and Silas being redirected by the Holy Spirit. They try to go one way, but God closes the door. Then they try to go another way, and that door closes too. But what looked like confusion in the moment was actually God leading them somewhere greater than they could see.

In today's Bible study, we're talking about what to do when God's answer isn't "yes" and how His "not yet" might actually be leading you somewhere even better.

If you've been feeling confused by a closed door, discouraged by a delay, or unsure of what God is doing next, this conversation is for you.

📖 In This Bible Study

✨ Acts 16:1-15 Study ✨ Paul’s second missionary journey begins ✨ Timothy joins Paul and Silas ✨ Why the Holy Spirit redirected their plans ✨ What closed doors can teach us about God’s timing ✨ Lydia’s heart being opened by the Lord ✨ Encouragement for trusting God with the next step

🔗 Helpful Links

🩷 For the Soul Prayer Journal 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

📚 Resources

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

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

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

Through the Bible with Pastor Paul

https://www.youtube.com/@Through-the-Bible

Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/4urjU8R

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase through these links, it helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for helping me continue creating free Bible studies and devotionals for women around the world.

Xo,

Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever had a disagreement with a family member, friend, spouse, or someone you deeply care about and found yourself wondering who's right and who's wrong?

In Acts 15, we encounter a surprising moment between Paul and Barnabas. Two faithful believers. One sharp disagreement. And yet, God's mission continued.

In today's Bible study, we're exploring a perspective that may completely change the way we view conflict. What if not every disagreement requires a winner and a loser? What if God can work through different perspectives to accomplish His purposes?

If you've been navigating tension in a relationship, struggling with conflict, or finding it difficult to understand someone else's point of view, this conversation is for you.

✨ Acts 15:22-41 Study ✨ The Jerusalem Council's encouraging message ✨ Why God doesn't place unnecessary burdens on His people ✨ The disagreement between Paul and Barnabas ✨ What we can learn from conflict between faithful believers ✨ How God can work through different perspectives ✨ Encouragement for navigating disagreements with grace

🩷 For the Soul Prayer Journal 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

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/4urjU8R

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase through these links, it helps support the ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for helping me continue creating free Bible studies and devotionals for women around the world.

Xo,

Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by opinions, advice, social media, and everyone's thoughts about what you should do next?

In Acts 15, the early church faced a major disagreement that had the potential to divide believers. Instead of following emotions, popularity, or personal preferences, they returned to the one thing they knew they could trust: God's Word.

In today's Bible study, we're talking about what to do when life feels complicated, when you're searching for direction, and why the question isn't always, "What do I think?" but "What has God already said?"

If you've been feeling confused, overwhelmed, or stuck, this conversation is for you. 💛

📓 Journal Prompt

What is something you've been worried or confused about lately that you need to bring to God?

☀️ Be the Light

When someone shares a struggle with you this week, point them back to God's truth instead of just your own advice.

🔗 Helpful Links

🩷 For the Soul Prayer Journal 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

📚 Resources

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

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

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

📖 My Bible Recommendation Spiritual Growth Bible NLT https://amzn.to/4urjU8R

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large

Music from Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

Some links above 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 Circle Time for the Soul continue reaching women with the Gospel.

Xo, Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever felt like life was simply too much?

Maybe you've heard someone say, "God will never give you more than you can handle." It sounds comforting, but is it actually what Scripture teaches?

In today's Bible Study, we're finishing Acts 14 and following Paul and Barnabas as they continue faithfully through hardship, persecution, and opposition. Instead of promising an easy road, Paul reminds believers that hardships are part of the journey of faith. Yet through it all, we discover a powerful truth: God may allow us to walk through things bigger than ourselves so we learn to depend completely on Him.

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, discouraged, or like you're carrying more than you can bear, this study is for you.

What challenge in your life feels bigger than you can handle right now, and what would it look like to intentionally place that burden into God's hands this week?

Think of someone who may be walking through a difficult season. Send them a text, make a phone call, or offer a prayer today. Sometimes the encouragement God used Paul and Barnabas to give is the same encouragement He wants to give through you.

💛 For the Soul 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/4urjU8R

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Circle Time for the Soul and helping make this ministry possible.

Xo, Diana Marie 💛

Hey Sis 💛

Have you ever noticed how quickly people's opinions can change?

One moment you're being praised. The next moment you're being criticized.

In Acts 14:8-20, Paul experiences both extremes. After God performs a miraculous healing through him, the crowd wants to worship him. Just a few verses later, that same crowd turns against him and leaves him for dead.

This powerful passage reminds us that when we build our identity on the approval of others, we'll constantly rise and fall with public opinion. But when we remember that we're ultimately serving Jesus, we can remain faithful no matter what people think.

Today we're talking about what it looks like to live for an Audience of One.

📖 Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

📔 Circle Time Prayer Journal: 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.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef: https://www.bibleref.com

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

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Some links may be affiliate links. Using them helps support this ministry at no additional cost to you. Thank you for helping make Circle Time for the Soul possible. 💛

Xo, Diana Marie