Becoming with Ariana Waters

Ariana Waters
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Do you feel stuck, behind, or in the middle of your story? I believe you’re not behind. You’re becoming. 🌿 Becoming with Ariana Waters is a Christian podcast for women navigating waiting seasons, transitions, and identity in Christ. Through honest, Spirit-led interviews with women courageously sharing their middle moments, each episode offers encouragement and hope, reminding you that growth happens (even) here and God always finishes what He starts. Like a seed buried deep in the earth waiting to sprout, your darkest moments are ripe with opportunity for God's hand to bring new life.

Episodes

  1. Titles, Trauma & True Discipleship | Becoming Pricelis

    Jan 20

    Titles, Trauma & True Discipleship | Becoming Pricelis

    What does it look like to follow Jesus when your faith feels tired, your questions feel loud, and the “middle” won’t hurry up? In this episode, Ariana sits down with Pricelis—Bronx pastor, ministry leader, writer, wife, and mom—for an honest conversation about becoming: becoming free, becoming grounded, and becoming more submitted to Christ than to a version of “Christianity” that can quietly form us in the wrong direction. Pricelis shares how church hurt, the upheaval of 2020, and the pressure of spiritual titles (“Christian,” “pastor”) forced her into a deeper wrestle—one that made room for healing, boundaries, and a renewed love for Jesus Himself. Together, they talk about humility, lament, and why rebuke can be an act of love when it points people back to truth and toward a better way. This is an episode for the listener who’s asking, “What is going on?” and “Can I keep going?” You’re not alone—and there is an until. Subscribe for more, and check out resources in the show notes. Get Pricelis Book: https://a.co/d/5aUkbkSRenovation City Church) — ⁠https://www.renovationcity.church/⁠https://www.instagram.com/renovationbxPriscelles (Instagram) — https://www.instagram.com/pricelispd/?hl=enBeyond Colorblind by Sarah Shin —⁠https://a.co/d/0BV94cX⁠ Keywords Ariana Waters, Pricelis, Riverside Call, Full Collective, Renovation City Church, faith in the middle, Christian deconstruction, church hurt healing, discipleship, spiritual formation, humility, lament, boundaries and forgiveness, reconciliation, rebuke in love, pastor identity, therapy and faith, motherhood and sanctification, Revelation 1 lampstands, Revelation 21 no more tears, Acts church, Psalms lament, justice and mercy, Christian response to suffering, Gaza Christian lament, compassion and justice ministry

    1 hr
  2. Divorce, Disco Balls, & the God Who Stays | Becoming Kerena

    Jan 6

    Divorce, Disco Balls, & the God Who Stays | Becoming Kerena

    If you’re a woman walking through divorce, separation, or a big life unraveling, this episode is for you. Ariana sits down with Kerena Marie, the creator behind Disco Theo, to talk about becoming a woman who is both broken and beautifully held by God. Kerena shares how a friend’s “disco ball” metaphor became the picture for her life after abuse, abandonment, and divorce—shattered pieces glued back together and hung up high to reflect God’s light. Together they name the strange “dark parallel” between engagement and divorce, the shame and silence women often feel in church, and the deep relief of discovering Jesus as the groom who never walks away. You’ll hear practical, gentle ways to meet God in trauma: sobbing in the back pew during communion, praying simple “God, help” prayers, and reaching for children’s Bibles and liturgy when your brain can’t handle much more. If you’re in the middle and wondering if your story is over, this conversation is a reminder: you are still a daughter, still a bride, and you are not alone. Subscribe for more Becoming stories and check the show notes for resources and support. Email Ariana at hello@arianawaters.com - I would love to hear who you are Becoming.  SEO Keywords Becoming podcast, Becoming Kerena, Becoming Ariana Waters, Ariana Waters, Kerena Marie, Disco Theo, Christian divorce story, Christian women 25–35, faith and divorce, divorced Christian woman, healing after divorce, abusive marriage recovery, church hurt, women in church, women in ministry, grief and faith, communion and healing, Jesus as groom, millennial Christian women, trauma-informed faith, Christian single women, Christian podcast for women, restoration after infidelity, spiritual healing journey, kintsugi metaphor, disco ball theology, God’s love after betrayal Disco Theo on Instagram (Kerena’s account): https://www.instagram.com/discotheo_/?hl=en Ariana’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/hello.arianawaters/# Book of Belonging (children’s Bible mentioned): https://www.thebookofbelonging.com/ Kintsugi Art - Mako Fujimura: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300254143/art-and-faith/ Find DivorceCare Group Near You: https://find.divorcecare.org/find Sign up for Becoming Podcast emails to get Madeline’s Restoration Story Episode when it drops.  Domestic Safety & Support Resources (for US listeners): https://www.thehotline.org/ or text “START” to 88788 Local church / counseling center directory – https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists

    54 min
  3. Becoming Ainsley: Finding Peace When Your Child’s Future Is Unclear

    11/23/2025

    Becoming Ainsley: Finding Peace When Your Child’s Future Is Unclear

    In this deeply honest conversation, Ainsley Britain invites us into the tender, unfinished middle of her family’s journey through her son Truett’s congenital heart diagnosis and surgery. From the shock of their 20-week anatomy scan to walking through open-heart surgery with a three-month-old, Ainsley shares how her understanding of God, suffering, and hope has been reshaped in real time. Together, we talk about what it means to hold faith and fear in the same hand, how God met her through daily “rainbow moments,” and why learning to be His “borrowed breath” has transformed the way she sees purpose and presence. Ainsley also opens up about navigating motherhood with two little ones, protecting her daughter’s heart in the process, and finding pockets of peace in a season marked by uncertainty. If you’re walking through a complex diagnosis, a confusing middle, or simply a season where God feels both near and mysterious, this episode will remind you that He is present, patient, and deeply tender with His children. Subscribe for more episodes and check the show notes for resources. Keywords: Ariana Waters, Becoming Podcast, Ainsley Britain, Truett Britain, Tetralogy of Fallot story, Christian motherhood, suffering and faith, finding God in uncertainty, medical motherhood, Christian testimonies, navigating fear with faith, open heart surgery baby, God’s presence in suffering, rainbow signs, Christian parenting, Christian encouragement, middle moments, faith in hard seasons, spiritual endurance. Links Ainsley B: https://www.ainsleybritain.com/links Louisiana Pediatric Cardiology Foundation — https://www.lpcf.com/

    55 min
  4. Becoming Heather: Faith, Uncertainty & Learning to Trust God | Obedience Over Outcome

    11/11/2025

    Becoming Heather: Faith, Uncertainty & Learning to Trust God | Obedience Over Outcome

    Episode Description: What if uncertainty isn’t a sign you’re lost—but proof you’re walking with God? In this heartfelt and deeply honest conversation, host Ariana Waters sits down with bestselling author and speaker Heather Thompson Day to talk about what it means to live faithfully in the “middle moments” of life—the seasons between calling and completion, vision and fulfillment. Heather opens up about how uncertainty has become a holy teacher in her walk with God, how to recognize spiritual seasons, and why obedience—without attachment to outcomes—is one of the most radical acts of faith. Together, Ariana and Heather unpack stories of calling, motherhood, disappointment, and divine restoration, reminding us that heaven often applauds what the world overlooks. Whether you’re standing in transition or feeling unseen in your work, this episode will help you breathe, reorient, and remember who God is—and who you are—in the middle of it all. Subscribe for more conversations like this, and check out the links below for Heather’s books and resources. Suggested Links: Heather Thompson Day Website — https://www.heatherthompsonday.com/ What If I’m Wrong? (Heather’s latest book) Friday Night Light Devotional I’ll See You Tomorrow by Heather Thompson Day   Ariana Waters — Support the Podcast Mentioned Ministry: We Want More (Inner Healing, Connecticut) — https://www.wewantmore.org/ Ruth Haley Barton — Invitation to Retreat Henry Nouwen — In the Name of Jesus SEO Keywords & Tags: Heather Thompson Day, Ariana Waters, What If I’m Wrong book, Friday Night Light devotional, faith in uncertainty, Christian podcast, women in ministry, calling and purpose, middle moments, discipleship, spiritual seasons, obedience and trust, faith journey, Christian women podcast, motherhood and calling, living in the middle, hope and perseverance, Heather Thompson Day interview

    52 min
  5. Becoming Audrey: Dancing with the Injury | Faith, Healing & the God Who Sees

    10/12/2025

    Becoming Audrey: Dancing with the Injury | Faith, Healing & the God Who Sees

    What if your story isn’t about climbing the ladder, but laying it down?In this tender conversation, artist Audrey Knabe joins host Ariana Waters to talk about leaving the corporate grind, rediscovering her calling as a visual artist, and what it means to remember your belovedness in seasons of healing and waiting. They explore themes of chronic illness, co-creating with God, art as medicine, and learning to dance again — even when you’re still in the middle of your story. What happens when God interrupts your plans and calls you into something unfamiliar? In this week’s episode of Becoming, artist Audrey Knabe shares her story of transition—from ministry to corporate life to full-time creative calling. Through health challenges, identity shifts, and seasons of waiting, Audrey has discovered what it means to remember her belovedness and to co-create with God in the midst of the unfinished. Together, Ariana and Audrey talk about: The moment Audrey knew the corporate world wasn’t where she belonged How stress, chronic illness, and surrender opened a path toward healing Why “remembering” is a sacred act of putting the pieces back together Finding beauty and worship through dance, art, and childlike wonder Practicing gratitude, community, and truth-telling as spiritual resistance ✨ Key Quote: “God’s been teaching me to remember my belovedness. He’s the God who sees—El Roi—and He’s putting the pieces of my story back together.” — Audrey Knabe “Whimsy is a way to push back against despair.” — Audrey Knabe 📖 Scripture Reference: Psalm 131; Revelation 12:11📚 Mentioned Resources: Healing Racial Trauma by Sheila Wise Rowe One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp Lectio 365 devotional app 🖼️ Explore Audrey’s work: https://www.audreyknabeart.com/☕ Support the Podcast👕 Shop Becoming merch💌 Subscribe to Notes from the Middle on Substack for a midweek letter from Ariana that cuts through the pain of the in between and leads you straight to God for reflection and restoration. Keywords & Tags:Becoming Podcast, Ariana Waters, Audrey Knabe, Christian creativity, co-creating with God, faith and art, chronic illness testimony, leaving corporate life, art and healing, remembering God’s faithfulness, spiritual formation, Christian podcast for women, transitions and calling, Charlottesville artist, Sabbath rest, faith and creativity

    56 min
  6. Becoming Ashley: Sorority, Sobriety, & Surrender

    10/05/2025

    Becoming Ashley: Sorority, Sobriety, & Surrender

    What if surrender isn’t about losing control, but finally finding peace? In this powerful conversation, Ashley opens up about her journey from numbing with alcohol to finding lasting freedom in surrender. She shares how a simple prayer — “God, if You’re real, I need to know” — changed everything, leading her through grief, healing, and a courageous decision to live sober and fully alive. Host Ariana Waters and Ashley talk honestly about conviction, community, and what it looks like to follow Jesus in the messy, unfinished middle of life. Together, they remind us that becoming isn’t about perfection — it’s about choosing the kind of hard that leads to life. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in your middle moment, this episode will remind you that His kindness leads us home.👉 Subscribe for more faith-forward conversations and check out the resources below. Ashley’s YouTube Channel Connect with Ashley on IGFollow Ariana Waters or Becoming Pod IG Becoming Podcast Website Ari's Favorite Moments: “Surrender was the moment everything changed.” “When you numb the middle moments, you don’t allow Jesus to bring new life.” “Jesus said, ‘What if you’re actually missing out by continuing to drink?’” “We’re all just choosing between two kinds of hard — the one that leads to death or the one that leads to life.” “Our whole life is a becoming moment — if you rush through it, you’re just rushing into another middle.”

    44 min

  7. 09/27/2025

    Becoming Ariana: Motherhood, Anxiety & Finding Rest in God’s Rhythm

    Summary In this engaging conversation, Ariana Waters and Elizabeth Good explore the themes of navigating life's middle moments, the importance of community support, and the journey of becoming. They discuss personal struggles with anxiety, motherhood, and the transformative power of faith. The conversation emphasizes the need for rhythm and rest in our lives, the significance of confession and relationships in healing, and the call to slow down in a fast-paced world. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to embrace their journeys and find hope in the process of becoming. Resources Join a⁠ Real Talk group⁠. This is a group Ariana participated in NYC where she walked away with deeper freedom in Christ. They are virtual. Get in touch with Elizabeth - e.good@justrebe.com Get in touch with Ariana - hello@arianawaters.com Subscribe to⁠ "Notes from the Middle" ⁠ Follow the podcast on IG Follow Ariana on IG Keywords podcast, anxiety, motherhood, faith, transformation, community, healing, becoming, support, women Takeaways The middle moments in life are normal and should be embraced. Community support can provide unexpected help and encouragement. Anxiety and motherhood can be challenging, but faith can guide us through. Transformation often requires a change in mindset and thoughts. Confession can lead to freedom from hidden struggles. Relationships play a crucial role in healing and growth. It's important to take time to rest and establish rhythms in life. Slowing down can lead to deeper understanding and connection with God. Everyone's journey of becoming is unique and valuable. Hope can be found in the process of navigating life's transitions. Sound bites "Confession brings freedom." "God is not the dad who condemns." "We need slow cooker faith." Chapters 00:00 Excitement for the Launch Party 02:52 The Power of Community and Support 05:47 Navigating the Middle Moments 08:13 Personal Struggles with Anxiety and Motherhood 11:09 Faith and Transformation 13:58 The Importance of Thoughts and Mindset 16:44 Confession and Freedom from Secrets 19:25 The Role of Relationships in Healing 22:16 Encouragement for Those in the Middle 25:09 The Journey of Becoming 27:53 The Importance of Rhythm and Rest 30:46 The Call to Slow Down 33:46 Why Now? The Purpose Behind the Podcast 36:32 Creating a Space for Women to Share 39:14 Navigating the Future with Hope 42:09 Closing Thoughts and Prayer

    47 min
  8. Introducing Becoming: You’re Not Behind, You’re Becoming

    Season 1, Episode 1 Trailer

    Introducing Becoming: You’re Not Behind, You’re Becoming

    Welcome to Becoming—a podcast for women in the middle seasons of life. Hosted by Ariana Waters, Becoming is for the woman who feels like quitting but deep down remembers she has a hunger for something more. In this short trailer, Ariana shares the heart behind the show and who it’s for: the recent grad wondering if she chose the wrong path, the young mom wondering if she’s still herself, the single 20-something waiting on God’s timing, the newlywed or the one starting over, and the dreamer in her thirties longing for more. Because friend—you’re not behind. You’re becoming. Follow the podcast now so you don’t miss the first full episode on October 1st. Join the community on Instagram. Ariana's Instagram The Becoming Pod Instagran

    2 min

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Do you feel stuck, behind, or in the middle of your story? I believe you’re not behind. You’re becoming. 🌿 Becoming with Ariana Waters is a Christian podcast for women navigating waiting seasons, transitions, and identity in Christ. Through honest, Spirit-led interviews with women courageously sharing their middle moments, each episode offers encouragement and hope, reminding you that growth happens (even) here and God always finishes what He starts. Like a seed buried deep in the earth waiting to sprout, your darkest moments are ripe with opportunity for God's hand to bring new life.

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