Today I am participating in the Five Minute Friday with Kate Motaung and her crew of brilliant writers, as well as incorporating the one-word from #write28days in my daily writing adventure.
Setting the timer for 5 short minutes. And go…
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Reflections photo by Lisa Brittain
Now into my 60th year of life on planet earth, I have many memories on which to reflect. So fortunate am I to have been given 60 years of life.
Many of the beautiful reflections are painted from ashes.
Lisa Brittain
I reflect on the good. The bad. And the ugly. But as I mature in faith and in my true identity as an image bearer of Christ, I choose to reflect most on the many beautiful aspects of my life.
Many of the beautiful reflections are painted from ashes. What seemed so bad or too difficult then now springs forth as grace and mercy. Many lessons learned. Many hardships endured and overcome. Many small victories and some really huge!
I am an avid follower of Jesus. I have been since my early twenties when I met Him personally and received dramatic healing in my body and mind. After many years of marriage and raising sons into the teen years, I was challenged to explore the duplicity of my spoken faith followed up by fearful actions.
I received the challenge presented by both of my sons. They love me and so they dared to confront me with the truth. Chips off my proverbial block! I determined then {more than a decade ago} to overcome fear with faith that was more than words.
In my late 40's I made a decision to leave the desert wandering behind and set out to pursue the abundant life Jesus promised His disciples. I am a tentmaker {actually a reupholsterer} by day, which helps to support the call God has on my life to serve Him in my community. I thoroughly enjoy my work. Repairing and restoring throw-away furniture is a fulfilling creative outlet. More so, my Cheer House Repair and Restore business opens the door for me to interact with my community.
My passion is to walk so closely to Jesus that others want to know Him too. I love to introduce women to Him as we walk, talk, and work together hand in hand through everyday life. Nothing thrills me more than to watch someone fall so in love with Jesus through His word and conversation; learning to trust His heart and receive His great love!
I have been married to my dear man for over 30 rollercoaster years. We're simply thrilled that our latter days are more joyful and purposeful than our first. Together we have two - grown young men on their own journeys. Additionally, we share our home with 3 lively rescue pups.
I look forward to having you join me on this journey of faith...
Bold feet, humble heart
Psalm 131 ~
Lisa
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12 thoughts on “Many reflections”
Beautiful photos, and wise words to ponder.
I enjoyed reading your bio. It sounds like the Lord has blessed you with a very fulfilling career He can use you to minister His love to your community through.
Looking forward to reading more of your posts.
(Visiting from #22)
Thank you, Sandra! I appreciate you stopping by to read and comment. God has been extraordinarily patient and gentle with me. I’m so grateful for His love and mercy.
On my way over to FMF to find your post #22. Thank you again!
Lisa
God, I love you, but please hear
(I do not want to be a nag)
what I think I must make real clear:
must I be cancer’s punching bag?
The pain and nausea, I dig,
and for these I wouldn’t phone ya,
but it’s figured to go big
with addition of pneumonia.
God replied, “Hey, dude, just chill;
take in each breath and let it go.
I know it’s hard but it’s the bill
for knowing what you need to know,
and to still write, if you dare,
that I am real, and really care.’
“Many of the beautiful reflections are painted from ashes.” I will take this into my week. Would you mind if I use that for my Facebook ‘your story’ some time with my own photo for a backdrop, credit to you though? I’m heading out of a long and difficult season and have been reflecting on the many difficulties and wounds, trying to move on, also reflecting on the good, bad and ugly, and your thoughts help me remember to be grateful for all of it. Visiting from FMF #16 this week.
Many of the beautiful reflections are painted from ashes. What seemed so bad or too difficult then now springs forth as grace and mercy. Many lessons learned. Many hardships endured and overcome. Many small victories and some really huge!”
Amen sister. Deirdre FMF #21
Eyes on Jesus and Shine 
Beautiful photos, and wise words to ponder.
I enjoyed reading your bio. It sounds like the Lord has blessed you with a very fulfilling career He can use you to minister His love to your community through.
Looking forward to reading more of your posts.
(Visiting from #22)
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Thank you, Sandra! I appreciate you stopping by to read and comment. God has been extraordinarily patient and gentle with me. I’m so grateful for His love and mercy.
On my way over to FMF to find your post #22. Thank you again!
Lisa
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God, I love you, but please hear
(I do not want to be a nag)
what I think I must make real clear:
must I be cancer’s punching bag?
The pain and nausea, I dig,
and for these I wouldn’t phone ya,
but it’s figured to go big
with addition of pneumonia.
God replied, “Hey, dude, just chill;
take in each breath and let it go.
I know it’s hard but it’s the bill
for knowing what you need to know,
and to still write, if you dare,
that I am real, and really care.’
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Oh such beautiful words. Thank you for sharing them here. Thank you 🙏
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Congratulations on your so far 60 years. Looking very bright and beautiful too! Indeed you shine with Jesus.
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You are so kind! Bless you. Eyes on Jesus… you shine! Lisa
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“Many of the beautiful reflections are painted from ashes.” I will take this into my week. Would you mind if I use that for my Facebook ‘your story’ some time with my own photo for a backdrop, credit to you though? I’m heading out of a long and difficult season and have been reflecting on the many difficulties and wounds, trying to move on, also reflecting on the good, bad and ugly, and your thoughts help me remember to be grateful for all of it. Visiting from FMF #16 this week.
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Make me smile that you are encouraged. Feel free to share. Thank you for encouraging me.💜💜💜
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Many of the beautiful reflections are painted from ashes. What seemed so bad or too difficult then now springs forth as grace and mercy. Many lessons learned. Many hardships endured and overcome. Many small victories and some really huge!”
Amen sister. Deirdre FMF #21
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Thank you for stopping by and reading and commenting 🌸
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Each victory is a victory – whether it be huge or minute, it’s a victory!
Just stopped by from FMF #12
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Thank you! I will go find your writing
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