When Opposition Comes, God Is Still With You | Acts 18:1-17 Bible Study [S4 E105]
2026/06/12 | 23 mins.
Hey Sis 💛
Have you ever felt like you had to defend yourself in a room you didn’t even ask to be pulled into?
In today’s Bible study, we’re looking at Acts 18:1-17, where Paul arrives in Corinth, continues preaching the message of Jesus, and faces opposition once again. But right in the middle of it, the Lord speaks to Paul and reminds him:
“Don’t be afraid. Speak out. Don’t be silent. For I am with you.”
And Sis, that reminder is for us too.
As we go out into this world pursuing the call God has placed over our lives — sharing Jesus in our own unique way — we can rest assured that even when the world cuts up, God is for us.
You don’t have to live afraid. You don’t have to fight every battle in your own strength. You don’t have to defend yourself in every room.
God is with you. And Sis, He’s got your back.
Grab your Bible, your journal, and let’s open God’s Word together.
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Xo, Diana Marie 💛
When You Know Better, You Do Better | Acts 17:16-34 Bible Study [S4 E104]
2026/06/11 | 21 mins.
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
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Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org
Through the Bible with Pastor Paul https://www.youtube.com/@through-the-bible
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Xo, Diana Marie 💛
Are You Reading God’s Word for Yourself? | Acts 17:1-15 Bible Study [S4 E103]
2026/06/10 | 24 mins.
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
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Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org
Through the Bible with Pastor Paul https://www.youtube.com/@through-the-bible
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 💛
When You Didn’t Sign Up For This, But God Still Has a Purpose | Acts 16:16-40 Bible Study [S4 E102]
2026/06/09 | 25 mins.
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
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 💛
When God Closes a Door You Thought He Opened | Acts 16:1-15 Bible Study [S4 E101]
2026/06/08 | 21 mins.
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
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.
About Circle Time for The Soul Daily Devotional | Bible Study, Journal Prompts, Morning Prayer, Biblical Encouragement
About Circle Time for The Soul Daily Devotional | Bible Study, Journal Prompts, Morning Prayer, Biblical Encouragement
About Circle Time for The Soul Daily Devotional | Bible Study, Journal Prompts, Morning Prayer, Biblical Encouragement
Your Go-To Podcast for Christian Women Seeking Spiritual Growth, Encouragement, and a Stronger Faith Walk.***TOP 1% PODCAST IN CHRISTIANITY***Are you struggling to hear from God?Do you want to spend time in His Word every day but your faith ends up on the back burner?Do you wish you were a part of a community of faith-filled women growing in their relationship with Jesus?If so, you’re in the right place! 💕 Hey ya’ll! I’m Diana Marie, a teacher, and woman of God. I have been on a faith journey for nearly 30 years, and have often struggled with consistency in the Word, wondering if I’m praying ”right”, and wondering if I’m hearing from God or if it’s just my own thoughts.It wasn’t until I faced a couple valleys of my own that I was able to realize that in order to develop the spiritual disciplines and habits that kept me on the path to seeking God - and hearing from Him - it would require seeking Him on a daily basis so I can continue to grow in my relationship with Him.In this podcast, you will boost your faith with weekly memory verses, feel refreshed by daily devotionals, and start your day with prayer so you can feel comfortable in your faith journey. I’ve learned that to grow in faith, you need a few key ingredients: regular time in God’s Word, a community of fellow believers who’ve been around the block, and the knowledge that you’re right where you’re supposed to be.So, if you’re ready to:✨ Finally find some friends who’ve got your back on your journey with God✨ Connect with a community of believers who’ve been down this road before, and ✨ Gain some rock-solid confidence in the amazing plan that God’s got for your life,Guess what? This podcast is for your friend. 🫂 Now, no need to dress up – grab your coffee, tea, or whatever you fancy ☕️ , get comfy, and let’s kick off our shoes for a bit of soul-nourishing conversation.Ephesians 3:20-21”Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever!”You Are So Loved, Diana Marie— YOUR NEXT STEPS! — *Accept Jesus Into Your Heart* — https://lp.billygraham.org/find-peace-with-god/Visit Our Website: https://circletimeforthesoul.com/Join The Private Facebook Group! — www.facebook.com/groups/circletimeforthesoul “Christian Women Growing in Faith”Order a “For The Soul” Prayer Journal - circletimeforthesoul.com/journalEmail — hello@circletimeforthesoul.com
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