Why the waiting might be a blessing in disguise


Happy FriYAYYYYY!

💎This Week’s #JOYGem 💎

You’re not forgotten. You’re being preparing for something greater than you imagined!

Hey Reader,

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right… but God still hasn’t moved?

Same.

I know what it’s like to pray, prepare, stay faithful—and still feel like you’re sitting in the waiting room, wondering if your name will ever be called.

But in this week’s Bible study, I was reminded of something powerful:

Just because God isn’t moving doesn’t mean He isn’t working.
And what feels like a delay may be divine protection.

We’re exploring Genesis 8–9, where Noah waits patiently on the ark until God gives him the green light to step into new territory.

Then we jump into Matthew 4, where Jesus launches His ministry after a quiet season of preparation—and begins calling His first disciples.

One story is about waiting.
The other is about moving.
But both are about alignment.

(Click the one that feels most like your current season.)


The JOYrney To Purpose® Podcast
🎙️ New Episode: Why the Waiting Might Be a Blessing in Disguise
(aka: 7 Reasons to Be Glad God Isn’t Giving You What You Want… Yet)

If you’re in a waiting season — this one’s for you.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

🌱 Biblical encouragement for when things feel slow
🌱 Practical wisdom on what to do while you wait
🌱 A reminder that God’s promises are always worth the pause

So grab your journal, your favorite cup of tea, and join the JOYrney™.

New episodes drop every other Friday.

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Have a great week, Reader and remember –

We’re on the JOYrney™ together …ONE feel-good thing at a time!

Xx,

Erica


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