Tag: #freedom

If they are all, am I not without excuse?

~ Lisa Brittain ~ 5 Comments

For what can be known about God is plain to them because God has shown it to them.  For His invisible attributes, namely, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse. For although they knew God, they did … Continue reading If they are all, am I not without excuse?

Day 22: Is not your yoke easy and your burden {light}?

~ Lisa Brittain ~ 2 Comments

This scripture is sure to raise an eyebrow and cause our modern day skin to crawl and a shudder to run down our spines as we are justified in rejecting the idea of women being purchased as a bride.  I'm in full agreement.  Not at all should we think it's ok in any way shape or form for another human being to be purchased by another.

Day 19: How {brave} are you, dear sojourner, seeking a better life in a foreign land.

~ Lisa Brittain ~ 2 Comments

As I interact with precious sojourners learning their way in southern America, I am reminded of my childhood in South Miami.  My friends, from 2nd grade on, were most often 2nd generation Cuban.  Their parents and grandparents, aunts and uncles fled from Cuba to find freedom in America.  I enjoy rich childhood memories of visiting in their homes, listening to their fluid Spanish with dramatic tones and gestures and I delighted in their delicious native foods.

…What I have I give you

~ Lisa Brittain ~ 3 Comments

Because we belong to Jesus (we are His and He is ours) we are able to meet overwhelming circumstances face to face with confidence and bold JOY.  Jesus is our example.  He encountered crowds of physically, emotionally and mentally broken and hurting people who pressed in on Him everywhere He traveled.  We carry God's compassion, just as Jesus did; so we don't have to duck from any person in distress.

Saturday Share: Brad Milford – the miracle of a captive set free

~ Lisa Brittain ~ 2 Comments

Trying to control everything has been wearing me out. If you ever struggle with this you will know what I mean. It’s tiring. It sucks the life out of you. But Jesus came to give life, and every single day is a choice to accept the life he gives, every single day is a choice to follow. You don’t have to worry about it, you can always wait for it. You can always stop what your doing, you can always give it up, give it to god, and wait “patiently” for him. It restores your soul and builds a kind of faith and trust in the Lord that no one can ever take away from you, no matter what happens.