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EPISODE · Aug 26, 2025 · 7 MIN

God’s Delays Are Not Denials: Learning to Rest in His Perfect Timing

from Made for Impact · host Petia Kolibova

Have you ever felt like your prayers are going unanswered, or that God has forgotten about the promises He’s spoken over your life? In this episode, Petia Kolibova Burns reminds you that God’s delays are not His denials. Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical steps, you’ll learn how to trust His timing, release frustration, and rest in His perfect plan. Whether you’re waiting for breakthrough in your business, family, health, or faith journey—this message will give you the peace and perspective you need to keep going with hope. What you’ll learn in this episode: - Why delays are part of God’s preparation, not His punishment - How Abraham, Joseph, and David’s waiting seasons prepared them for their calling - Practical ways to rest in God’s timing when you feel frustrated or discouraged - How to see provision in the wilderness and daily grace in the waiting Scripture Reference: Habakkuk 2:3 (NLT) — “If it seems slow in coming, wait patiently, for it will surely take place. It will not be delayed.” ✨ Friend, don’t confuse God’s “not yet” with “no.” His timing is perfect, and His promises will always be fulfilled. Resources & Next Steps: 👉 Book your free Purpose Activation Call with Petia: https://calendly.com/bestrongminded/purpose-activation-call If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend and leave a review—it helps the show reach more women of faith who want to build a purpose-driven life and business.

Have you ever felt like your prayers are going unanswered, or that God has forgotten about the promises He’s spoken over your life? In this episode, Petia Kolibova Burns reminds you that God’s delays are not His denials. Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical steps, you’ll learn how to trust His timing, release frustration, and rest in His perfect plan.Whether you’re waiting for breakthrough in your business, family, health, or faith journey—this message will give you the peace and perspective you need to keep going with hope.What you’ll learn in this episode:- Why delays are part of God’s preparation, not His punishment- How Abraham, Joseph, and David’s waiting seasons prepared them for their calling- Practical ways to rest in God’s timing when you feel frustrated or discouraged- How to see provision in the wilderness and daily grace in the waitingScripture Reference:Habakkuk 2:3 (NLT) — “If it seems slow in coming, wait patiently, for it will surely take place. It will not be delayed.”✨ Friend, don’t confuse God’s “not yet” with “no.” His timing is perfect, and His promises will always be fulfilled.Resources & Next Steps:👉 Book your free Purpose Activation Call with Petia: https://calendly.com/bestrongminded/purpose-activation-callIf this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend and leave a review—it helps the show reach more women of faith who want to build a purpose-driven life and business.

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