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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.

The Day of Promise has Arrived

Precious friends ... The big day has finally arrived! Come 4pm today we will be taken into theater to meet our precious miracle son! Our hearts are filled with the Promises of our Beloved Jesus. This post is our hearts response of praise and adoration to Him because He has faithfully carried us through each day with "heart peace", strength, hope, faith and incredible love. He has coached us in how to stand leaning into His Almighty power, wisdom and goodness and has taken all the fear out of this journey. Today our hearts are soooooo excited. It is the day of promise ... Zac's appointed day to shine forth His Glory. As a family we want to thank each and every person and family who has lavished their love, encouragement and prayers to stand with us in looking to Jesus, the Great Physician in knitting Zac's inward parts intricately and wholly in my womb. We will keep you posted as we rejoice in great expectation at witnessing God's amazing love in action! Our eyes are fixed on Him! All our love, Brett, Janine, Tianna and Angelee 
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Go For It Creations and Designs said…
Praying for everything to go well and for Zac's perfectness.
Blessings!
Friday, September 30, 2011
DianeTaylor said…
Oh my - I am in awe of your strength and courage and most of all FAITH in HIM. Lord, please guide this family through this day, and bring your peace to their hearts. Let your light shine on them, and hold then up should they start to fall.

God Bless - sending prayers to all of you!

The Taylors in Baltimore MD
Friday, September 30, 2011
Anonymous said…
Praying, oh how fervently praying, God rains His grace upon Zac and his family today!
Friday, September 30, 2011
Noah and Noo said…
I am so excited to hear about your beautiful little boy's testimony! Be blessed today! I pray that Jesus will surround you as a family and that you will feel His sweet Presence in the Operating Theatre as your boy makes his entrance! I also pray for Jesus to guide the entire medical and nursing team today! Little Zac...I KNOW that Jesus Himself will carry you from that precious place into this world where you will reveal His incredible love and power today! Blessings Robinson family! xx
Friday, September 30, 2011
Noah and Noo said…
I am so excited to hear about your beautiful little boy's testimony! Be blessed today! I pray that Jesus will surround you as a family and that you will feel His sweet Presence in the Operating Theatre as your boy makes his entrance! I also pray for Jesus to guide the entire medical and nursing team today! Little Zac...I KNOW that Jesus Himself will carry you from that precious place into this world where you will reveal His incredible love and power today! Blessings Robinson family! xx
Friday, September 30, 2011
Allan wilson said…
Guys I get shivers as I speak to Our Creator about His and Your little creation. I have eveyone I know Praying for all of you as I Type and I Claim This Miraculous Interevntion In Jesus' All Powerful Name For You ! AMEN ! Love and Blessings ! Allan
Friday, September 30, 2011
Allan wilson said…
Guys I get shivers as I speak to Our Creator about His and Your little creation. I have eveyone I know Praying for all of you as I Type and I Claim This Miraculous Interevntion In Jesus' All Powerful Name For You ! AMEN ! Love and Blessings ! Allan
Friday, September 30, 2011
Liezl said…
Hey Janine and family.
Thinking of you guys now and your little one. May our beautiful and powerful Creator hold, protect and surround him with His love.
I can just picture Jesus looking at him and beaming with joy as a new little one is born.
xxx
Liezl Verfuss
Friday, September 30, 2011
Anonymous said…
Keeping you all in prayer across the country!
Stacey
Colorado
Friday, September 30, 2011
Unknown said…
What a precious journey of love and faith this has been. I pray for continued peace surrounding your family! All my love xx Debs xx
Friday, September 30, 2011
Anonymous said…
I hope that this day will bring nothing but miracles for your little son. My prayers are with you!
Friday, September 30, 2011
colleen said…
Hi janine and brett,just heard bout u surgery from allan wilson and I am in awe at ur faith in God and has renewed my faith and given me so hope.I have read ur blog and again in awe at how awesome out GOD is and what He has done already for lilttle Zac.I prayed on allans bbm profile for the safe delivery of zac...I have joined ur blog and will keep u all in prayer.
Regards
Colleen
I'm on fb colleen westley newman
Colleen.newman816@gmail.com
Friday, September 30, 2011
Denise Kiggan said…
Thinking of you right now. Thank you for sharing your journey. God is sooo good.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Michelle said…
I'm praying and praising today!!! Sending you love from IL, USA
Looking forward to seeing our newest blessing!!!!
Friday, September 30, 2011
Robyn said…
Praying for you today. God will make this day glorious.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Anonymous said…
Continuing to pray...

Blessings and hugs,
Amy P.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Anonymous said…
I am praying and standing with you and your family today. I have been following your blog recently and am believing nothing less then COMPLETE healing and wholeness for Zac. May God bless you and your family and keep you. May He cause HIs face to shine upon you. May He give you His favor and His peace. God bless you!!!
Friday, September 30, 2011
Patti said…
please know that we will not stop praying for your wonderful new baby- hugs and love from Oregon!!
Friday, September 30, 2011
Pat said…
Congratulations on the birth of your son! God is Good and He doesn't make mistakes. Praying often and with great hope that your son will surprise all around him. God Bless you all.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Pat said…
Congratulations on the birth of your son. May he continue to surprise all those around him. We know God doesn't make mistakes! Praying often and feverently that the doctors have wisdom and you feel God's peace. God Bless You!
Friday, September 30, 2011
Jaclyn M said…
I am praying for your sweet boy. I read Adeye's update, but I wanted to come here so you would know that I will not stop praying until your sweet boy is home!!! Love, prayers and hugs for your whole family!!!
Friday, September 30, 2011
Barbara said…
I heard your story through Adeye's blog and I have posted her latest blog entry on my Facebook page to ask everyone for even more prayers for you and your precious ZAC! GOD is Good, he is Great, we all send our prayers for your son.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Megan said…
Praying for Zac and your whole family today
Friday, September 30, 2011
Anne B. said…
"The Lord is righteous in all His ways, gracious in all His works. The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth. He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him. He also will hear their cry and save them." Ps 145:17-19 Trusting that God will hear all of the prayers spoken for your beloved little boy!! (((BIG HUGS)))!!
Friday, September 30, 2011
rarejule said…
praying for your sweet son... and God's hands in healing his heart.

with love from MN, USA
Friday, September 30, 2011
Bethany said…
My children and I have been praying for your sweet little baby all day today. I have said some extra prayers for you, Mama, that God would give you the peace that passes all understanding. We will continue to lift you up in our prayers!
Friday, September 30, 2011
andrea said…
Dear Janine -

I am visiting you from Adeye's blog. My heartfelt prayers are with you all over these next 24 hours and beyond.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Monica said…
Read Adeye's post about Zac being born pink, and crying! Wonderful! Congratulations on your new baby boy! Zac is Love in Action!

Monica
www.xmaswarrior.blogspot.com
Friday, September 30, 2011
Wendy said…
I heard that baby Zac has arrived!!! And, he came out pink. Our God is an awesome God!!! We are praying that Zac continues to be blessed by God and that God decides to have Zac be present on Earth to spread God's word.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Gloria said…
I'm coming over from Adeye's blog. I'm knocking on heaven's doors for baby Zac and his lovely parents. I know and I know the Great Physician is at work and we've gotta trust Him to do what He does best. Much much love during this difficult time
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Larry Barcroft said…
Keeping Zac, and all of your family constantly in our prayers, knowing that our God hears and is answering
every prayer spoken for your precious son. Waiting,and trusting in Him.
Love in Christ,
Larry,Pam,and family
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Myndi Shafer said…
Came this way from Adéye's blog. Praying for you, sweet family. *hugs*
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Nikki said…
Praying for Zac from Southern California..."Humanly speaking, it is impossible, But with God everything is possible!" Matt 19:26 Amen!!!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Anonymous said…
My name is Heather and I live in Winder, GA, USA. I heard your story on Adeye's blog and I just want you to know that I am praying for you and your little one and I am letting all of my family and friends know to pray for you also.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
lizzielou said…
Praying and standing with you for a miracle from Jesus for your beautiful boy!
Sending you heaps of love from Canada
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Nealy said…
There is absolutely no way I could pray a prayer more beautifully and perfectly than Adeye, so I will just repeat her prayer for you: I am praying that Zac's heart gains strength as The Healer breathes LIFE and HEALING into those places of his little heart that desperately need a touch from Him. Our God is mending those little parts as we speak. In the sweet name of Jesus. Amen and Amen!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Nealy said…
There is absolutely no way I could pray a prayer more beautiful or perfectly than Adeye, so I am lifting her words up to our Savior: Lord Jesus, I am praying Zac's heart gains strength as You, The Healer, breathes LIFE and HEALING into those places of his little heart that desperately need a touch from You. I am standing on your promises and know You are mending Zac's heart into Your perfection at this moment. In the sweet name of Jesus, Amen and Amen! (from Plano TX)
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Emilee said…
Dear Brett and Janine,
I don't know you, but have read about you and your sweet son Zac on Adeye's blog. I want you to know that my husband and I are lifting up your little boy to the Lord, and praying for healing for his little heart.

God bless your family,
Emilee
Saturday, October 01, 2011
rosedel said…
A beautiful pink baby boy! I am keeping your family in my prayers.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Carol said…
Congratulations on Zac's arrival!!! Praying for his heart.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
mncfi said…
Praying for you and your sweet boy. Thankful for his life and trusting God with it.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Anonymous said…
I read on Adeye's blog that your sweet Zac was born! Dear Lord, please bless this precious baby and his family. May God hold you all in the palm on His hand. Amen.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Anonymous said…
Praying for you all. God has his arms tightly wrapped around baby Zac! Looking forward to more positive updates (and picures).
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Eleven and Heaven said…
What a wonderful blessing for your sweet Zac to have such loving and faithful parents as you both. Our prayers are with you all and with your newest addition.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Regan said…
Praying for Zac! Counting it a privilege!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Unknown said…
Knocking on heaven's door with prayers of strength and healing for little Zac's heart. Zac has already demonstrated his love for his family and his determination as he arrived with his beautiful pink color! Congratulations on your miracle baby boy :)
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Sandi said…
We are praying for baby Zac!!!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
For Such A Time As This said…
Praying for your sweet boy right now. Can't wait to see what Jesus will do!!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Rilla said…
I am putting you on my facebook prayer goup list right now.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Annie said…
My prayers are with you all Janine!! I will pray for the Lord to heal your precious child!!!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Bessie said…
Brett and Janine, Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. I heard about you through Adeye. Praying that God provide peace and the miraculous healing we know He can provide. May God grant you strength and wisdom to all the doctors. May they see your faith and see God's mighty hand.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Rob and Jordan said…
Im here from Adeye's blog & just want you to know I am praying, in full belief, right alongside yall that the Lord would stretch out his hand to HEAL & perform mighty signs & wonders in the name of Jesus Christ (acts 4:30). I pray in belief with you that Jesus is the same yesterday & today, as He says in His word, & that the God who gave sight to the blind can call what is not in your sweet's heart as though it were. I also want to tell you a snippet of my daughter's miracle story to hopefully give you a little encouragement. LONG story short, she was born with a rare brain disorder & after an MRI revealed several significatn deficits in her sweet brain, we were told the prognosis of her life and normal was "impossible." "She may never walk, talk or have any noticeable cognitive functioning" we were told. And the anniversary of that day is in 8 minutes. Tonight we celebrated what we now call our redemption day. After getting her results, through the grief & pain I know you are WELL aware of, we felt the Lord begin asking us if we believed His word. ALL yes or ALL no. Do we believe Him when he says all things are possible? Etc, etc, etc. What about the gospel of Jesus Christ is realistic or "possible"? NOTHING. But through the grace gift of the holy spirit enabling us... WE BELIEVE. Two years later we have a medically "impossible", unexplainable daughter. Walking, talking & leaving every doctor/therapist she ever sees speechless. Unable to explain how it could be possible for her to do what she does. Now her neurologist says, "The baby does not match the brain scan." "Her progress is utterly impossible, I would NOT believe it if I didnt see it." I could go ON and ON.... I share it in hopes that it stirs hope in your hearts as you pray & plead for the mercy of the Lord to look upon sweet Zac and lift His healing hand of power and strength over him. He has given my daughter's brain what IS NOT THERE & I believe He will give sweet Zac's heart what is not there as well & will risk praying in belief with you. Much love to you all.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
LaurenJo said…
Still praying....my thoughts have been you and your little boy all day. Praying praying praying....
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Linda said…
Praying for baby Zac in Rome, GA.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Anonymous said…
just wanted to let you know my thoughts & prayers are still with your family...from Heidi in Australia
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Becky said…
A day of promise indeed. God has heard all the prayers for Zac. Actually, Daniel tells us He heard the first time, the first prayer. How amazing is that. And He WILL answer. Zac will be healed because God has a plan for this child that He created.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
jahkamakura said…
Congratulations on your beautiful baby boy! I will be praying for you all.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Jami said…
"The Lord your God is with you, He is mighty to save, He will take great delight in you, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing."
Zephaniah 3:17
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Jodi said…
Hello,
We're PRAYING for you and your precious baby here in Minnesota!

Praying, Praying, Praying! <3

Love,
Jodi
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Lorraine, AKA Forever Blessed said…
I just saw on Adeye's blog that your precious baby boy is now with Jesus. I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your son on earth. The separation, while temporary, is the hardest thing to endure (from experience). I cannot help but think that our Chrissie is already trying to boss him around (she LOVES to be the 4-year-old boss), showing him the ins and outs of Paradise, assuring him that everything's going to be just fine for his family on earth, and waiting contentedly alongside him for the day their loved ones on earth join them in heaven. While I know you wish more than anything that your precious child were in your arms right now, alive on earth, there is no doubt that your baby boy is in Good Hands, the hands of our Savior, where there's truly no safer place to be. I am praying for you all as you walk this road of grief. If there's ever anything I can do, please let me know. www.AllArePreciousInHisSight.blogspot.com. www.BossYourHeart.com
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Anonymous said…
praying for you all and especially baby zac!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Anonymous said…
You all have touched so many hearts, may God continue to comfort you all. My heart cries for you all may God give you mercy during this time. Sending our prayers of peace over you.
With love
Colorado
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Jaclyn M said…
Praying for peace in your heart and those around you. Like I said before... No matter what happens.... he is your son FOREVER!!! You will get to raise him. It will just be at a later time. Sending love hugs and prayers!!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Wendy said…
I am so sorry for the grief you are dealing with. Zac is forever in His arms. Now, he will watch you from above and take care of you. When you are outside and you look to the Heavens, you will feel the warmth of the sun on your face...this will be Zac hugging and kissing you. He will never be forgotten...but missed very dearly. As you walk in faith, may the Lord comfort you during this difficult time and may He forever remind you of His wisdom and care.
God Bless you and God Bless Zac.
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Sandryte said…
Hey, dear family! Congratulations on your sweet baby - we've waited for him so much! We'll pray for these upcoming hours to keep you calm and enjoying every second together. We wish you many many seconds, hours, years together!
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Sandryte said…
Oh my! I just posted a comment, and then found out about your grief.. SO, so sorry.. I was too quick to post it. And now I have no words to express my sympathy to you. Just be strong and believe in our God. Your little Zac is loved by so many strangers..
Saturday, October 01, 2011
Heather said…
So very sorry for the loss of your precious son. Covering your family in prayers.
Sunday, October 02, 2011
Anonymous said…
I just wanted to say that I just read Adeye's blog, and I'm praying for you. As his mom, and the one who carried him for so long, I can only imagine how heartbreaking it is to say goodbye. You'll be in my prayers. God be with you. :)
Sunday, October 02, 2011
Bethany said…
So so so very sorry to hear you had to say goodbye to your little Zac...at least for now. The pain must be great, but know that Jesus is holding your baby in his arms until the day comes when you yourself will be able to hold your precious, wiggling, perfectly healthy, LIVING glorified son. And then God will wipe away every single tear you cried from now until then. I am praying for you. God bless.
Sunday, October 02, 2011
Anonymous said…
I will continue to keep you all in my prayers! May the Lord bless you with His peace and comfort.
Sunday, October 02, 2011
Laura said…
I just read Adeye's post. I am praying for "heart peace" for you now more than ever! Psalm 94:19
Sunday, October 02, 2011
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