17. Letter 2: Peace — Finding Stillness With Elizabeth in the Waiting

25/11/2025 19 min Temporada 1 Episodio 15

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In today’s Advent episode of the Not Just Waiting Podcast, we open Letter 2: Peace and sit with the story of Elizabeth in Luke 1 — a woman who knew long waiting, unanswered prayers, and the quiet formation of hidden seasons.If you’ve been waiting for clarity, direction, healing, or hope, this episode will meet you right where you are. We explore:Why waiting doesn’t mean God has forgotten youThe difference between biblical peace and circumstantial peaceWhat Elizabeth teaches us about hidden seasons and spiritual formationHow peace grows in surrender, not controlWhy community matters in the waitingFive practical truths to hold onto when you feel stretched thinAnd near the end, I read a heartfelt letter written just for you — the one longing for peace — followed by a prayer you can carry into your week.Scripture Referenced:Luke 1:5–25, 39–45; Psalm 46:10; Psalm 131; Isaiah 30:15; Isaiah 26:3; John 14:27;Galatians 5:22–23Mentioned in This Episode:✨ Letters from the In-Between — A six-part Advent letter series sent straight to your inbox or mailbox. Sign up at here. ✨ Take Courage Sweatshirt — 15% off for Black Friday. Search "Take Courage sweatshirt" on Etsy by The Not Just Waiting Co.Connect:Instagram: @reanna.ivey.hoff Substack: Not Just Waiting — weekly reflections, resources, and encouragement.If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who might need some peace today. And don’t forget to follow the show so you won’t miss Letter 3: Joy next week.

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