068 | Expectancy vs. Expectations: The Key to Freedom in 2026

What if the way you approach your goals is setting you up for disappointment?

Discover the life-changing difference between expectations and expectancy in this New Year episode featuring my co-host Lisa Bosse and me. This encouraging Christian podcast reveals why expectancy brings freedom while expectations create stress, using the inspiring example of the prophetess Anna who waited for decades to see the Messiah. Topics include:

• The critical difference between human-driven expectations and spirit-led expectancy
• How expectations put demands on God while expectancy trusts His sovereignty
• Why Martha's expectations of Jesus led to disappointment until He exceeded them
• What Abraham's story teaches us about living in expectancy without formulas
• How Joseph endured constant setbacks without losing faith through expectancy
• The freedom of holding your plans, relationships, and dreams with open hands
• Why expectancy is actually a form of surrender that releases control to God
• Practical ways to shift from "this is what must happen" to "I trust what You'll do"
• How the prophetess Anna maintained holy expectancy through 84+ years of waiting
• New Year expectancies for ministry, writing, podcasting, and personal growth

This episode is perfect for anyone setting New Year resolutions, struggling with disappointment when things don't go as planned, or wanting to experience more peace and joy in their faith walk. Listening in will transform how you approach goals, prayers, and God's promises for your life.

Keywords naturally included: New Year goals, expectancy vs expectations, Christian living, holy expectancy, trust in God, surrender to God, faith without control, New Year resolutions, spiritual freedom, disappointment to joy

Happy New Year, friend!

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