Update: I needed to find a release. I think that’s more like freedom. Timing is good for this release too.
I know it’s been awhile since I posted here. I have been busy writing on Medium.com. I’ve been busy taking courses. Maybe too busy.
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I did a 30-day challenge to write 5 days a week in March. Whew, that was interesting. I don’t think I’ll keep up that pace. I learned a lot though.
This week as I talked to God and read 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 I realized I needed to take a break, a release.
We travel back home to Canada on Tuesday – so lots to do here in terms of closing up.
I have two special things to tell you about.
- If you are looking for a place to learn about God’s Word, but don’t have time, or not sure how. Here is a safe haven – join us on our Facebook Closed Group – Growing Through God’s Word.
2. I am offering a free Bible Art course. If you always wanted to try this – here is your chance. Materials are minimal. Sign up.
Now for the Five-Minute Friday post:
Five minutes to write. Go: – The Word is RELEASE.
God always brings me back to centre.
I have been so involved in learning about blogging, writing, creating and doing I forgot to pause to live. So I am going to take a release from all of this. And I want to work on my Bible Study course.
It’s going to be hard because I love to write. But I think I need to regroup with God to discover how to enjoy this writing adventure and life too. I need to find a rhythm – a holy rhythm.
Writing about what God is telling me and teaching me is exciting. However, I need to find a schedule that fits my life.
And coming back to Canada there are other responsibilities and family to have time for.
Also, I am doing 7 Artist in the Schools workshops when I return. That will keep me involved.
So I feel God has given me a release from this job of writing for the moment.
You might see me here on Five-Minute Fridays though – because that’s what I like – to keep things SIMPLE.
Blessings,
Janis
Being open to release things when God is asking us to is so important! I love the photo of your Bible art!
Thanks so much Lesley,
It’s hard when you get on a roll and think all is good. But then God talks to you – and oh yes that might be a better idea. lol 🙂
Blessings
Janis
God bless you in all that you have coming in the days and weeks ahead. Sometimes those breaks are so needed!!
Jennifer,
I took 2 months last summer and was so filled that it has sustained me until now. But, I am so happy that I heard His Word.
Blessings
Janis
Taking a step forward is releasing the step you leave. God has some exciting things ahead for you! God bless as you wait on His timing and direction.
Vicki,
Oh I love that. Releasing the step I leave. Thanks for the prayers and wise words.
Blessings
Janis
Please be sure to keep us in the loop as you participate with FMF. I feel a release coming – but not quite yet, in relationship to my writing! Bless you friend.
Hi Susan,
I will pray for you to be still before Him and listen. That’s my promise. But He has also shown me that connection is important. So I am reaching out more.
Good idea to use the FMF to keep updating.
Blessings
Janis