The Resurrection: how do you respond?

Featured ~ Lisa Brittain ~ 2 Comments

A peek into an ongoing correspondence between sister-friends. She is one of my Paulettes and most assuredly my longtime Barnabia. Dear friend, I read yesterday Matthew 28 and Mark 16. This was our planned chronological reading with The Bible Recap. My reading walked me through the crucifixion. And then I encountered The Resurrection of Christ. … Continue reading The Resurrection: how do you respond?

Crevice

February 11, 2023February 11, 2023 ~ Lisa Brittain ~ 3 Comments

I read this one word this morning and so many thoughts popped like popcorn. Thoughts of Moses asking Almighty God to show him God’s glory. And a hymn The Cleft of The Rock - Oh, soul, thou who now art weary,To the Rock do come for rest;Come to Him who only can cheer thee,To the … Continue reading Crevice

Ease

February 7, 2023June 6, 2023 ~ Lisa Brittain ~ 2 Comments

In pondering this one-word ease I wander back and remember this beautifully romantic exchange between Boaz, the landowner, and Ruth, the new girl in Bethlehem. Boaz saw her, introduced himself, and blessed her for her reputation. “May the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the Lord, the … Continue reading Ease

Beliefs

February 6, 2023June 6, 2023 ~ Lisa Brittain ~ 2 Comments

I’m a recent convert to the latest obsession called pickleball. Do you know of this? Whether you are completely engrossed in this game or dabbling in it, no doubt you’ve heard of pickleball. It’s everywhere! There are huge tournaments now and championships. Some would say that it’s gaining momentum and will soon take over tennis. … Continue reading Beliefs

Saturday Share with Lisa

May 19, 2018May 19, 2018 ~ Lisa Brittain ~ 3 Comments

The best Saturday of my Life This day, May 21, 1988, at 2 PM in the afternoon marked the fulfillment of many years of dreaming and months of planning for yours truly and groom. After a week of South Florida spring rains and my incessant begging of God for a sunny wedding day, my perfect … Continue reading Saturday Share with Lisa

Saturday Share with Ruth Snell

May 5, 2018May 4, 2018 ~ Lisa Brittain ~ 2 Comments

Welcome to Saturday Share! The purpose of this weekly feature is to provide a space for regular people to share their real-life encounters with Jesus. It’s about living in the middle – on the way to the finish line. Our race isn't finished as long as there's still breath in our lungs. I believe we … Continue reading Saturday Share with Ruth Snell

Saturday Share with Me: Life and Truth With Motherly Love

April 28, 2018April 28, 2018 ~ Lisa Brittain ~ 2 Comments

Truth. Outside of my immediate family, I've never been so challenged to speak the truth in love, keep short accounts, and forgive with extravagance. Leading multi-faceted people in one unified direction is not for the faint of heart. Honestly, I was humbled by my consistent need to ask forgiveness for myself. My knees and my heart were raw in a good tenderized kind of way by the end of my term.