This has been an awesome journey, one that I would not have asked for but one I was blessed to walk. I have 4 more radiations left and looking back it has been 7 months of treatments and surgeries. I can’t believe I made it through. It was only through God using all of you and Himself walking hand and hand with me. God never let me look to far ahead. He was my helper day-to-day. I would awake everyday and we would talk and talk about what I expected out of the day. I told him I can do nothing without him. Just like the verse says, John 15:5 “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” I knew for the first time in my life that he was truly directing my path and I needed to stay in touch with him to know the next step as well as keeping my emotions in line with His. I have had some wonderful encounters with the Lord that one day I can’t wait to share. Those encounters encouraged me as well as strengthened my faith. God never left me in the dark, he always shined his brightest light on me. He let me know early on that I was going to be fine and after that I never questioned my mortality. I walked with such faith in knowing that he never breaks his promises and that he would see me through to the end. Isaiah 59: 1 ” Surely the arm of the Lord is not too short to save, nor his ear too dull to hear.”
As I wind down this incredible journey, I wander how can I ever repay my sweet Lord. I will continue to keep my eyes and ears open to know where He wants me next. In his words he has always said that we are to go out and help those that are also in need. Only God knows what is next but, I will be waiting!
Have a great day – Love, Lisa
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July 17, 2010 at 3:28 pm |
Beautiful, simply beautiful…..You have been blessed to be a blessing…..Love you….D.D.
July 17, 2010 at 3:31 pm |
I woke up this morning with you on my mind, knowing that you are nearing the end of your radiation and must be pretty tired by now. My sister had this course and said that her energy came back about the way it left — gradually. I know you are excited to be nearing the end of treatment but don’t overdo!
Perhaps you will be able to share your new insights with Banquet this fall. Love to you all. Annelly
July 17, 2010 at 3:39 pm |
Lisa – you are so wonderful. You will prevail and your attitude is the same as it has been since I first met you –
Lnow that I love and pray for you always !
Clay
July 17, 2010 at 10:58 pm |
I have been missing your posts and inspiring, beautful words and verses. You are an example for us all to be better to our fellow man, be patient and understanding, be faithful and hopeful and follow in the word of the good Lord. Hope to see you soon. Love you so much!
July 19, 2010 at 8:30 pm |
Hi Lisa:
What a wonderful tribute to the Lord.You are so special. We love you, pray for you and wish you all the best. Love Ya, Roberta & Kenny
July 20, 2010 at 7:48 am |
Lisa,
Your post was so beautiful, encouraging all of us to keep our eyes focused
on God, no matter what we are facing. He alone is our strength and salvation.
You have kept the faith with such grace and beauty as God has lead you
through the fire to the other side.
Love you,
Cindy