Not Just Waiting Podcast

Reanna Hoffmann
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You were never meant to put your life on pause while you wait. The Not Just Waiting Podcast is here to help you trust God in the tension, live with purpose in every season, and pursue Jesus—even when life feels uncertain. Hosted by writer and speaker Reanna Hoffmann, this podcast is for women who are done sitting on the sidelines of their own stories. Through biblical encouragement, honest conversations, and practical wisdom, you'll find hope for the “what ifs,” strength for the “not yets,” and reminders that you are seen, known, and deeply loved—right here and now.

  1. 2D AGO

    30. A Lamp for Your Feet (Not a Floodlight for Your Future) with Ariana Waters

    What if the very season you’re trying to escape is the one God is using to form you? In this episode of Not Just Waiting, I sit down with Ariana Waters — mom, marketer, writer, and host of The Becoming Podcast — for a conversation about discipline, desire, distraction, and the quiet character work God does before calling ever feels visible. We talk about: Why discipline might actually be freedom in disguise The habits that quietly sideline our calling What it looks like to release identity (even “ministry identity”) IVF, unexpected provision, and miracle babies Mary vs. Zechariah — doubt, song, and silence Why God gives us a lamp for our feet, not a spotlight for the whole plan If you’ve ever felt stuck…behind…or frustrated that your calling isn’t moving as fast as you hoped — this conversation will steady you. You are not forgotten. You are not late. And you are definitely not just waiting. Resources Mentioned: The Father’s Love Letter  Emotionally Healthy Day by Day Psalm 119:105 Ephesians 3:20 Join the Becoming Collective!  Connect with Ariana:  Instagram: @hello.arianawaters Substack: A note from the middle.  Podcast: The Becoming Podcast

    48 min

  2. FEB 17

    29. Becoming Without Applause: What God Forms in the Hidden Seasons with Rebekah Atkins

    What if the season that feels like a delay is actually doing deeper work than you realize? In today’s episode of Not Just Waiting, I’m joined by writer, creative, and mother of four Rebekah Atkins for an honest conversation about becoming—especially in seasons where growth isn’t obvious or celebrated. Rebekah shares her journey of learning resoluteness, surrendering control, and trusting God when life slowed her down in unexpected ways. We talk about creativity in busy seasons, releasing the need for approval, and how God often focuses on shaping our character long before advancing our calling. This episode is for the woman who feels like she’s always waiting—but is beginning to wonder who she’s becoming in the process. In this episode, we talk about: What God forms in us during unseen, uncelebrated seasons Learning to be resolute when results are slow or unclear Releasing people-pleasing and other people’s expectations How surrender creates freedom—not stagnation Why waiting isn’t wasted when God is doing deep work Scripture themes referenced: Waiting, surrender, obedience, and formation in the hidden places 🎧 Listen in and be reminded: you’re not behind—you’re becoming. Connect with Rebekah:  Instagram: @rebekah_miller_atkins Rooted & Free Bible Study: https://www.rootedandfreestudy.com

    46 min

  3. FEB 10

    28. It’s All the Lord’s: Learning to Trust God in the Waiting with Rachel Sweatt

    What if the waiting isn’t something to rush through—but a place God is actively forming you? In this episode of the Not Just Waiting Podcast, Reanna sits down with Christian author, speaker, and coach Rachel Sweatt for a deeply grounding conversation about trust, surrender, and learning to live open-handed in seasons of uncertainty. Rachel shares how God has been shaping her character behind the scenes—through paused callings, delayed timelines, cross-country moves, and unanswered questions. Together, they unpack what it looks like to resist fake pressure, release control, and experience the abundance of God right now, not just “someday.” This episode is for the woman who feels stretched, unsure, or quietly weary—and needs a reminder that she’s not behind. She’s becoming. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why “it’s all the Lord’s” has become a life-altering breath prayer How trust is built through daily, embodied practices—not just belief The difference between biblical hope and controlling expectations Why God often prioritizes character before calling How lingering in God’s presence becomes the antidote to anxiety and control What active waiting really looks like in uncertain seasons Scriptures mentioned: John 10:10 Psalm 84 Romans 8:28 Connect with Rachel: Instagram & Facebook: @rachelsweatt Substack: Life & Liberty ✨ Companion Resource: If you’re in a waiting season and want help staying rooted and present, download The Guide to Becoming—a scripture-based reflection guide created to help you notice who God is forming you to be right here.

    40 min

  4. FEB 3

    27. Becoming Without Burning Out: What God Builds in the Waiting with Sarah Kathleen Elliott

    In this episode of the Not Just Waiting Podcast, Reanna sits down with artist, creative entrepreneur, and coach Sarah Elliott for a deeply honest conversation about waiting, rest, and becoming. Sarah shares her journey from full-time ministry to entrepreneurship, navigating identity shifts, hidden seasons, and a life-altering breast cancer diagnosis. Together, they unpack how God often does His deepest work behind the scenes—forming our character long before advancing our calling. This episode is for the woman who feels tired of striving, stuck in performance mode, or quietly wondering what God is doing in the in-between. In this episode, we talk about: Why productivity is a terrible measure of worth What waiting seasons reveal about who we’re becoming Learning to rest without guilt (and why God actually commands it) Caring for your body as God’s temple—not a machine How unseen seasons prepare us for future assignments Practical rhythms for rest, recovery, and sustainable growth If you’re in a season where progress feels slow—or invisible—this conversation will remind you: God is still working, and you are not behind. 🎧 Listen now and be encouraged to wait well, rest deeply, and trust the becoming. Follow Sarah: Instagram: @sarah.kathleen.elliott Website: https://sarahkathleenelliott.com/

    43 min

  5. JAN 27

    26. The Only Way Out Is Through with Niki Kirby

    What if the waiting isn’t a pause—but the point? In this episode of the Not Just Waiting Podcast, Reanna sits down with writer and entrepreneur Niki Kirby, author of The Garden of Exile: How to Flourish in a World That’s Not Your Home, for a rich conversation about formation, discomfort, and what it means to wait well in seasons that feel invisible or uncelebrated. Nikki shares honestly about the seasons that shaped her most—particularly the ones marked by suffering, uncertainty, and unmet expectations—and how God used those moments to deepen her roots and loosen her grip on comfort and control. Together, they explore: Why some of God’s deepest work happens in hidden, unglamorous seasons How discomfort can be a gift—not a failure What “breakthrough” really looks like when the only way out is through The difference between passive waiting and active, faithful stewardship How to discern when to rest and when to “paddle like crazy” Why ordinary days matter more than we think This episode is for the woman who feels stuck, tired, or unsure what God is doing in the in‑between—and needs the reminder that formation often happens quietly, faithfully, and over time. Resources & Links: The Garden of Exile by Niki Kirby (pre‑order): NikiKirby.com The Guide to Becoming — A Scripture-based reflection guide for seasons of waiting Follow Nikki : Instagram: @nikierskinekirby

    29 min

  6. JAN 20

    25. Becoming Kind to Yourself While You Wait with @coffeewithrach

    What if waiting isn’t wasted time — but sacred formation? In this episode of the Not Just Waiting Podcast, Reanna sits down with Rachael from Coffee with Rach to talk about becoming who God is forming you to be in the in-between. From learning to be kinder to yourself, to releasing timelines and expectations, this conversation invites you to slow down, trust God daily, and honor the quiet work He’s doing beneath the surface. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Why kindness toward yourself is a spiritual discipline How God shapes character before advancing calling Letting Scripture sink in before sharing it publicly What it looks like to wait actively, not passively Trusting God one day — sometimes one hour — at a time Featured Guest: Rachael is the writer behind Coffee with Rach, where she explores singleness, biblical sexuality, and faith formation with honesty, clarity, and grace. Her work encourages thoughtful, grounded discipleship rooted in Scripture and lived experience. Resources Mentioned:  The Guide to Becoming — A Scripture-based reflection guide for seasons of waiting Follow Rachael: Substack: Coffee with RachInstagram: @coffeewithrach

    26 min

  7. JAN 13

    24. You’re Not Just Waiting — You’re Becoming

    What if the waiting isn’t an interruption — but an invitation? In this episode of the Not Just Waiting Podcast, we sit with a question that gently reframes everything: Perhaps who you’re becoming in the waiting matters more to God than what you’re waiting for. Whether you’re waiting for clarity, healing, provision, direction, or a door to finally open, this conversation is for the in-between — the quiet seasons where nothing seems to be happening, yet everything is being formed. Through Scripture, honest reflection, and biblical stories from Hagar, David, Joseph, Mary & Martha, and even Jesus Himself, we explore how God uses waiting not to withhold good from us, but to prepare us to carry it. This episode is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and consider what God might be shaping beneath the surface. In this episode, we talk about: Why waiting reveals what we believe about God How formation often matters more than speed The difference between trusting God’s outcomes and trusting God’s heart Why God waits with us — not away from us How obscurity, delay, and silence grow spiritual roots What it means to “practice becoming” while you wait Next steps: Subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes Join the Take Courage Club — our private community for women learning to wait well Read the companion reflection on Substack for deeper scripture, journaling prompts, and practices Share this episode with a friend who’s in the waiting tooYou’re not behind. You’re not forgotten. You’re not just waiting — you’re becoming.

    16 min

  8. JAN 6

    23. Who You’re Becoming in the In-Between

    This gentle, reflective mini episode invites you to slow down at the start of a new year and ask a deeper question: Who am I becoming while I wait? Rather than rushing toward clarity or answers, this episode explores how God uses seasons of waiting to form us—quietly, faithfully, and intentionally. Together, we talk about endurance over productivity, formation over urgency, and why waiting is never wasted. If you’ve been in a season of staying, trusting, and showing up without applause, this episode is for you. In This Episode, We Explore: Why waiting is formative, not neutral The difference between urgency and faithfulness How God works slowly on purpose What endurance looks like in everyday faith Scripture reflections on waiting, courage, and becoming Reflection Questions: Where am I becoming more patient? Where am I learning trust the hard way? What quiet growth might I be overlooking? What fruit could be growing underground? Next Steps: If this episode encouraged you, follow or subscribe wherever you listen, leave a review, or share it with a friend who’s in a season of waiting. You’re not meant to walk this in-between alone. Connect with Reanna: Instagram:@reanna.ivey.hoff Substack: Not Just Waiting Facebook: Take Courage Club

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You were never meant to put your life on pause while you wait. The Not Just Waiting Podcast is here to help you trust God in the tension, live with purpose in every season, and pursue Jesus—even when life feels uncertain. Hosted by writer and speaker Reanna Hoffmann, this podcast is for women who are done sitting on the sidelines of their own stories. Through biblical encouragement, honest conversations, and practical wisdom, you'll find hope for the “what ifs,” strength for the “not yets,” and reminders that you are seen, known, and deeply loved—right here and now.

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  • Creator
    Reanna Hoffmann
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Reanna Hoffmann
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    Not Just Waiting Podcast