EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 36 MIN
Why God Slows You Down Before He Elevates You | Delayed ≠ Denied
from Lifeline Morning Show Podcast · host Lifeline Morning Show Podcast
What if the delay isn’t spiritual?What if it’s structural?What if nothing is happening yet… because something in you isn’t ready yet?That’s not condemnation.That’s construction.Today on The Lifeline Morning Show, we unpack Psalm 37:23–24 and confront a hard truth:Delay does not mean denial.You’ll hear:• Why slow doesn’t mean rejection• The difference between speed and direction• How delay can actually protect you• A powerful real-life story of a 53-year-old designer who waited decades for her dream• Why courage creates momentum• A challenging conversation about self-forgiveness• Encouragement for students who feel overlooked• A reminder that faith sometimes looks like walking home before you see proofIf you’ve been waiting…If doors haven’t opened…If you’re questioning the timing…This episode is for you.Because the Lord directs your steps.And even the slow ones count.🎯 Today’s Reflection Question:Where in your life does delay feel the heaviest right now?Answer the poll on Spotify — I may feature your response on tomorrow’s show.👨👩👧 Family Edition Playlist:If you'd like to hear the expanded version of the show today with features not found on today's focused version, follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo🎧 Want the Music from Today’s Show?🎵 Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0YjlCrtAv0504bC9yNqcvT?si=AiZZ4KxtSlyKcpcKpgiqRA🎶 Songs from Today’s Episode:God Story – Anne Wilsonhttps://youtu.be/RYps57NWaaI?si=LnDPu8ro3Uk9ZtPtWon’t Let Go – Jamie MacDonaldhttps://youtu.be/9Xw6U__PdLw?si=_SadkOOyVui4IKouHow Good It Is – Chris Tomlinhttps://youtu.be/6qBlRNki-Xc?si=yDo40Jmz74766liiI Made It – CAINhttps://youtu.be/EYirB5ha9vQ?si=cQrzwcnkEN_EYktDNever Get Used To This – Forrest Frankhttps://youtu.be/OUvQ4Fw3KA0?si=1n6dBSMjOfobXhABThe Way – Jon Reddickhttps://youtu.be/tm2lx70JkMU?si=GGEeySed8Z8ups7OTestify To Love – Avalonhttps://youtu.be/EnlHGz0SPQo?si=hSi5wtKFTwPwFrs_Make It Well – MercyMehttps://youtu.be/xLrF-ml7uks?si=rm5Vb80HITXfXZ5_Won’t He Do It – We The Kingdomhttps://youtu.be/BJPorOtmm7g?si=yC-NiohIMfcirs_0Left It In The River – Jamie MacDonaldhttps://youtu.be/wrVTX4x-HxY?si=vvT8so5gl9s4AeyvI’d Do It Again – Andrew Ripphttps://youtu.be/Z5237PbQHsg?si=_7a_FIycLebQMuOaOvercomer – Mandisahttps://youtu.be/b8VoUYtx0kw?si=Tv72CmRhnno_0pHL📡 Listen LiveThe Lifeline Morning Show airs live Monday–Friday from 6–10AM (Central).Stream it anywhere:👉 Go to 885jfm.com👉 Click “On Now”👉 Press play🚀 Available Everywhere by NoonThe full episode is available everywhere by noon on:SpotifyApple PodcastsiHeartRadioAmazon MusicYouTube PodcastsSearch Lifeline Morning Show and follow it so you never miss a day.📣 Help This Reach SomeoneIf this encouraged you:• Share it with one person who’s waiting• Follow the show• Leave a review• Answer today’s pollReal Hope.Real Faith.Real Life.
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What if the delay isn’t spiritual?What if it’s structural?What if nothing is happening yet… because something in you isn’t ready yet?That’s not condemnation.That’s construction.Today on The Lifeline Morning Show, we unpack Psalm 37:23–24 and confront a hard truth:Delay does not mean denial.You’ll hear:• Why slow doesn’t mean rejection• The difference between speed and direction• How delay can actually protect you• A powerful real-life story of a 53-year-old designer who waited decades for her dream• Why courage creates momentum• A challenging conversation about self-forgiveness• Encouragement for students who feel overlooked• A reminder that faith sometimes looks like walking home before you see proofIf you’ve been waiting…If doors haven’t opened…If you’re questioning the timing…This episode is for you.Because the Lord directs your steps.And even the slow ones count.🎯 Today’s Reflection Question:Where in your life does delay feel the heaviest right now?Answer the poll on Spotify — I may feature your response on tomorrow’s show.👨👩👧 Family Edition Playlist:If you'd like to hear the expanded version of the show today with features not found on today's focused version, follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX5CERbCPq2_QPwU-2iG5FnKwAYZMfcEo🎧 Want the Music from Today’s Show?🎵 Spotify Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0YjlCrtAv0504bC9yNqcvT?si=AiZZ4KxtSlyKcpcKpgiqRA🎶 Songs from Today’s Episode:God Story – Anne Wilsonhttps://youtu.be/RYps57NWaaI?si=LnDPu8ro3Uk9ZtPtWon’t Let Go – Jamie MacDonaldhttps://youtu.be/9Xw6U__PdLw?si=_SadkOOyVui4IKouHow Good It Is – Chris Tomlinhttps://youtu.be/6qBlRNki-Xc?si=yDo40Jmz74766liiI Made It – CAINhttps://youtu.be/EYirB5ha9vQ?si=cQrzwcnkEN_EYktDNever Get Used To This – Forrest Frankhttps://youtu.be/OUvQ4Fw3KA0?si=1n6dBSMjOfobXhABThe Way – Jon Reddickhttps://youtu.be/tm2lx70JkMU?si=GGEeySed8Z8ups7OTestify To Love – Avalonhttps://youtu.be/EnlHGz0SPQo?si=hSi5wtKFTwPwFrs_Make It Well – MercyMehttps://youtu.be/xLrF-ml7uks?si=rm5Vb80HITXfXZ5_Won’t He Do It – We The Kingdomhttps://youtu.be/BJPorOtmm7g?si=yC-NiohIMfcirs_0Left It In The River – Jamie MacDonaldhttps://youtu.be/wrVTX4x-HxY?si=vvT8so5gl9s4AeyvI’d Do It Again – Andrew Ripphttps://youtu.be/Z5237PbQHsg?si=_7a_FIycLebQMuOaOvercomer – Mandisahttps://youtu.be/b8VoUYtx0kw?si=Tv72CmRhnno_0pHL📡 Listen LiveThe Lifeline Morning Show airs live Monday–Friday from 6–10AM (Central).Stream it anywhere:👉 Go to 885jfm.com👉 Click “On Now”👉 Press play🚀 Available Everywhere by NoonThe full episode is available everywhere by noon on:SpotifyApple PodcastsiHeartRadioAmazon MusicYouTube PodcastsSearch Lifeline Morning Show and follow it so you never miss a day.📣 Help This Reach SomeoneIf this encouraged you:• Share it with one person who’s waiting• Follow the show• Leave a review• Answer today’s pollReal Hope.Real Faith.Real Life.
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