Strange world we live in….

Well. well… what can I tell you?

Let’s see things are happening fast and furious in my life! Phew, if it wasn’t all happening to me I think I might have lost track! Hahaha

So for now all I will say is life may be complicated but for now I choose to see the good in it all.  I am healthy, I have a job, I have a nice warm bed to snuggle up in each evening and making new friends almost every week! Things are looking up and I know it will all work out in the end.

I am so grateful for knowing Christ Jesus as only in Him do I find the peace I so need right now. 

Isn’t it weird how our minds can go off on a tangent and leave us exhausted! wondering and worrying about the ‘what if’s” and “if only’s” well…  none of this is going to change anything so I am wanting to learn how to enjoy the moment! Sometimes I wonder whether I will ever learn how to enjoy what I have when I have it

I am going to give it a shot! Be thankful for what I have when I have it.  Appreciate those who love me when they do! Love who is in my life, while they are here! And always make sure to let everyone know how I feel about them…

I pray and trust God to let all things work together for the good of those who love Him… have grace on me Lord.

May all of you be blessed abundantly and please do keep me in your prayers.

Phew! So much racing through my mind….. hmmmm just wondering….. is anyone up for a snowboarding trip next year Jan/Feb?? Drop me a comment or mail… maybe we can arrange something?

Letting go…

To let go isn’t to forget, not to think about, or ignore.

It doesn’t leave feelings of anger, jealousy, or regret.

Letting go isn’t about winning or losing. It’s not about pride and it’s not about how you appear, and it’s not obsessing or dwelling on the past.

Letting go isn’t blocking memories or thinking sad thoughts, and doesn’t leave emptiness, hurt, or sadness. It’s not about giving in or giving up.

Letting go isn’t about loss and it’s not about defeat.

To let go is to cherish the memories, but to overcome and move on. It is having an open minded confidence in the future.

Letting go is learning and experiencing and growing. To let go is to be thankful for the experiences that made you laugh, made you cry, and made you grow. It’s about all that you have, all that you had, and all that you will soon gain.

Letting go is having the courage to accept change, and the strength to keep moving.

Letting go is growing up. It is realizing that the heart can sometimes be the most potent remedy.

To let go is to open a door, and to clear a path and set yourself free.

Wonderful!

I simply had to share this with you all!!! (“,) aren’t these beautiful?  I am so blessed!

Excitement!!

Hello to all of you wonderful people who read my blog

Well, I’m very excited!! I’m going for 4 interviews in Gauteng tomorrow.  This might be it.   Driving through to Midrand tonight and then interviews tomorrow.

I’ll let you all know what happens!

Shalom M

New Beginnings…..

Hmmmmmmm EXCITEMENT is in the air!!!  How I love it

Well, I have made some decisions and now it is time for action, patience, timing and God’s hand to move

Yes! I have decided to move to Gauteng   I am actively looking for a viable work opportunity in Gauteng even if it is a contract position to start off with…. once I find one, I’m resigning and moving

I trust you will all pray with me and I know that there will be an amazing testimony of Gods miraculous works and His goodness!

Shalom

Freedom

As I started typing this post, the song “freedom” from Prince of Egypt was playing over in my mind…

God is good! And He always does what is best for us.

Yes, I told all of you that I have been going through a rough time etc. Afterwards I found out more things that made me see that if things had gone on the way it was it would never have succeeded, it was doomed as there were many lies and twists entwined in the foundation. Whether this will be restored or not I do not know, what I know is that God sometimes brings us to a place which seems like a desert in order to bring us to an oasis – FREEDOM!!!

My heart knows that if restoration is to ever take place God will have to do a mighty work in my heart and that all things will be sorted out and dealt with out in the open – in the light as it should be.

I am so thankful to God!

Things are going well. If anyone knows of a great work opportunity for me – I’m game on moving and taking on new adventures right now!!!

I hope to hear from you all soon.

Shalom

This scripture has been on my mind the last week or so:

Titus 1:15 (New International Version)

¹⁵To the pure, all things are pure, but to those who are corrupted and do not believe, nothing is pure. In fact, both their minds and consciences are corrupted.

Humbled by His love!

hmmmm I don’t know where to start…

Well as you guys reading this mostly know me I’ll just say it as it is.

I have been going through a really, really rough time. My heart was broken into pieces and that lead to me questioning God, His love for me, His grace in my life and a whole lot of other things also.

I am certain some (or all) of you have also gone through some really trying times, as have I. However, I am certain that I have never before had such an imense effect on my faith and walk with God like this.

Shortly no one could console me, knowing that Christ loves me was simply just not enough. I wanted to KNOW and EXPERIENCE that God loves ME and that He really cares about what is happening in my life and to me.

Have you ever been humbled by love? Well I certainly have… I wasnt’ only questioning to myself but I found it difficult even to pray. I really went off – it didn’t help much at all! The only thing that happened is I felt myself deepening in despair.

I have to thank God here for placing people in my life who let me know that they care and people who prayed with and for me in times like these. People who don’t listen to how negative I feel but who will stand in the gap for me. (to all of you – Thank You so much!!)

So I decide that I will just have to walk through this time, and all I can do is trust God – He has always been there for me before and I really still love Him with all my heart & soul – above all others.

It was difficult but last night I could pray again earnestly. I wasn’t to positive either as it was the last evening of my holiday and I could really have done with another week or two of holiday! (I’m sure we all know that feeling).

So here is the story of me being truly humbled by God’s amazing love and grace and interest in my (each of our) life(s):

I took ‘n minicoach service from Margate to the airport, I was pleasantly surprised and actually enjoyed the ride and decided to read… MaMerlie suggested I read through Galatians again and so I thought this time on the coach to be a good time to do so. A lady got on the bus at another stop and she kept looking at me.. I didn’t know what to make of it so I just let it be. Just before my stop at the airport the lady asks me if I would pray for her as she had left her partner a month ago and was finding it very difficult – I jumped at the chance to pray for her. Isn’t God awesome?

As I walked into the airport I wanted to book in for my flight which was only at 13:50 and I was there at about 10:10. The attendant moved me to an earlier flight (which was about R500 more expensive than my booked flight)!!! Isn’t that favour? Wow!

God has really filled my day with blessings and excitement! I know He knows us all personally and that He is very interested in what happens in our lives each day. God mercy and favour (His love) just humbled me today in an awesome way.

There is much more I could tell you all about today but I think this is testimony enough.

If you are going through a rough time, know beyond a shadow of a doubt that God knows and He is with you – He loves you and is waiting to show you His love, grace and favour!!

Shalom
Mari

Only God knows what the future holds

Hi all!

Had a bit of trouble, my previous post wouldn’t show.  But I have it all sorted out now

There isn’t too much too say – I’m still living in Polokwane, working as a PA at a local firm.

I’m looking and hoping to get a small little place to rent (will need a miracle for that) .

I recently visited my sister in the Cape, along with family and friends and enjoyed seeing them so much!  I loved it.

I’m looking forward to going on holiday starting on 8 June 2009 until 12 June 2009 – I’ll be spending it at my Dad and can hardly wait to see them!

Some tough times has crossed my path – since last year this time, I have had to face so many issues from my past and that were brought on by past hurts etc. All glory to God alone! I have dealt with much of it.

I am certain that there are still many issues to be sorted, but looking back, I can see that I have grown in leaps and bounds. (not in my own strength at all)

Although I have been working through so many things it:  has  easily th been the happiest times of my life and I loved all of it, the good, the bad, the ugly etc.   Every person in my life I am thankful for you, for what I learnt from each of you has made me a richer person, I believe.

I felt loved, I loved with ALL of me and never felt so close to God.

Now, I am waiting – trusting – walking in faith: God gave me promises and I will wait to see them fulfilled.

“…God is not a man that He should lie…”

“…the word of the Lord will not return void…”

For all my friends and family who still read my page, please keep me in your prayers as I keep all of you in mine.  Pray God’s will be done on earth and especially in my life.

Would love to hear from you all!

Shalom

A new year full of new things!

Hey all!

Firstly my appologies for not updating my blog so regularly anymore… work as a PA takes its toll.

Well well well

This year started with a bang! In every aspect all things were just “go” from the start work is really hectic but I enjoy my line of work (for those of you who don’t know yet, I’m a personal assistant to an attorney).

I have a very special man in my life and I look forward to seeing where this will all lead up to.  For now all I know is he cares for me, I care for him, we enjoy doing things together and have been there to support one another.  It is great to know that there is someone I can phone who will listen and who is on my side The best thing about it all is being able to shower someone with all the love that has been stored up for so many years

I started watching 1/4 drag racing!! and I’m considering to try it out myself! Can you believe it?

Anyway, it will be great to hear from you guys again.  Will try to update more regularly now.

Remain blessed always.

Mari

New things happening!!

So life remains interesting! God is so awesome and He always knows best… it’s at times like these where one can look back and see how even the unpleasant things in life work together for the good of those who love the Lord which gives us faith, strength, hope and endurance to face all that comes our way knowing that we have Christ on our side…

I can’t tell you all of it just yet, but it will follow soon

At the moment a friend of mine launched a new initiative which is basically fundraising but with a difference! I would be most excited if you would have a look at it and if you can afford it, join us. Havea look on my webpage: www.mari.quantumonline.org I look forward to seeing your name there! If you want more information e-mail me on mari@quantumonline.org or msenekal@gmail.com

Chat to you soon!

Been a long time!

Hi all! I know I know!!! It’s been month’s! Okay just a quick update for now… a longer update will follow shortly.

I’m loving my job as a Personal Assitant at a local attorney! I have an amazing man in my life! And I’m just altogether happy

I am on facebook if anyone is interested, you’ll find the latest info on there!

Ciao!