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Janine Claire Robinson
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Welcome to my little writing corner. I count my many blessings to be a cherished wife and an ever-learning-loving-growing mother to 3 amazing children this side of Heaven and a precious little boy in Heaven. Together as a family we pastor a precious church community called Redeeming Hope Church. I've had the privilege of loving and following Jesus Christ since my earliest memories as a child. No matter what I've gone through in life, He has always been so present. At heart, I'm an encourager ... so this is a place where I get to wear my heart on my sleeve and share my journey of learning to live a life of love in action.

When your Day is Speeding by ...

Anybody else feeling like your week has been a little something like this?
Shew! This week feels like it is flying by as quickly as a speed train. Last I blinked it was Monday morning and I had a host of things that I planned on slipping into all my free time. Free time??? What novel thinking! Everywhere I look there is something more to get done, meetings to attend, responsibilities to fulfill and a busy home to run. This is pretty much "life as usual" for most of us these days. I find myself eating faster (if not skipping meals), talking quicker, heck ... even typing quicker than ever (who knew I had such speed skills - hee hee). Hmmm ... a little balance is in order.  
If you are feeling anything like me today, here are some promises to encourage your heart as they have me today.
"But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength;
They shall mount up with wings like eagles,
They shall run and not be weary,
They shall walk and not faint."
Isaiah 40:31
God knows all about our responsibilities and all the"running" that is required of us in a day. His promise to us is that if we will find moments to wait on Him ... even in our "running", we will not grow weary because He will renew our strength. He will refresh us even in the midst of our busyness. Those moments of waiting are moments of becoming mindful of His Presence with us and His promises to us ... taking a few moments to look into His Word  or even just taking a moment to worship Him. The freedom that we have in God is that you can wait on Him even in a crowded room; driving in your car; pretty much wherever you are. 
I love how God only asks of us what He Himself is also willing to do. Take a look at your second promise ...
"Therefore the Lord will wait,
that He may be gracious to you;
And therefore He will be exalted, that He may have mercy on you.
For the Lord is a God of justice;
Blessed are all those who wait for Him."
Isaiah 30:18
Take to heart today that God is waiting for the opportunity to show you His grace and mercy and to bless you in your day today as you make the choice to wait on Him.
Here's to the rest of the week exploding with His every blessing ... even in the busyness!
All my love xxx
Janine


Comments

Renee Ann said…
Putting these verses together was a perfect reminder and encouragement. Glad I stopped in today . . .
Adeye said…
JUST what I needed, my beautiful. Most days I run, and run, and run. Thank you for your words of LIFE!

I love you heaps.
Annie said…
As always, Janine, your post fills my soul!!!! Thank you! I find myself these days, finding time for Him in the shower, as I get dressed, at bedtime, in the car (love this time) or anytime it is quiet and I can talk to Him. You are so right, it refreshes me!
Made By Gen said…
A new follower Thrifty Thursday blog hop. See you.
Danielle said…
It really is a crazy, beautiful life and we serve such an amazing Lord! Beautiful post!

I'm your newest follower! I hope you'll stop by my blog and follow me too!

http://yelliepooh.blogspot.com
Anonymous said…
That's such a great photo & I love the bible verse. Thanks for sharing. Your blog is awesome, new follower =) xx
Anonymous said…
Great post. Actually my week is just the opposite. After having a dream on Monday night that it was Friday I woke up sorely disappointed on Tuesday. On the upside, my husband received a call regarding a position that opened up by our house (we currently drive an hour to work). If you are patient He will answer.

Following you back 

Carli
http://www.grandmasguidetolife.blogspot.com
GOD GRACE IS AWESOME! NICE POST!!! New follower found through blog hop! Hope on by my blog and say hi!
Kristen said…
I absolutely feel like my week has been like this! Great encouragement for my Friday. :)
Anonymous said…
beautiful post! I love it! and I want to slow down today!
Vendange said…
Thank you so much for such inspiring words. I'm so happy to have visited you today. Thank you for your word of Faith and Inspiration.
Pamela said…
I so happy I stopped to read your post. So encouraging and I'll be thinking about it all day.
Anonymous said…
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Anonymous said…
This photo is incredible!
I agree Angel. I would love to meet the photographer.

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