We have had a request from people to add a page where they can post their thoughts and words of encouragement. If you don’t want to comment on a specific post…here’s your place.
Burning Brightly
Living for Jesus…dealing with Breast Cancer and Life
We have had a request from people to add a page where they can post their thoughts and words of encouragement. If you don’t want to comment on a specific post…here’s your place.
Hi L&J, I hope you had a nice time in the snow ! Please do consider taxi Ipema next week…..(any time any place). Groet Bert
in addition to bert’s if you need a base in Amsterdam for picking up/receiving people or anything else feel free. C&A hotel/restaurant is always open or you
Love
Chiara & Arno
Same here, if you need anything from Groningen/Drachten to Amsterdam and the other way around, remember Im going up and down everyday. Consider me an intercity taxi…
Sending you lots of hugs from Amsterdam
Ana
Our house will always be open for homemade food and beer! Or a dinner-to-go delivered to your house when you feel like it.
Also, I will be on maternity leave from June 8th, so maybe we can have strolls through the park or jewelry-making afternoons together in the summer.
-Clotilde and Ryan
I wish we were near so we could say “have people stay with us!” or be able to drop off a meal. Please know you have been on my mind and heart as of late and our whole family is praying for you from Seattle. You will kick cancer’s ass; no doubt. Jesus goes before you, behind you, above you, below you and on both sides. He surrounds you – everywhere – all the time.
So if I am doing the math right, you just went in to surgery. How is that for serendipity? I am about ready to go to bed and I read your post at the same time your operation is scheduled. Anyway… I just wanted to let you guys know that I am thinking about you and praying and hoping for the best. Just know that you have a cousin in Pullman pulling for you.
Love you (and go Cougs!!)
Travis
ok i was off by an hour…
Our prayers are with you, from Billie’s Sunday School class also as you travel this road. As you know you are not alone, God will carry you through. Thank you for giving us specific prayers to pray, it helps us to feel closer. God’s strength & courage be with you & the family.
In Christ’s love,
Debi Sytsma
Lynnea and Jonathan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with as you make your way on this journey. May the path be straight and your load be lessened with the support from your family and friends.
Paul and Deb
Lynnea, so glad to hear your surgery went well. I really appreciated the Stage One commentary from Jonathan, very appropriate and a great perspective on this life challenge. In Lynnea’s honor I will be doing the Mud & Chocolate half marathon in Redmond, Wa on Easter morning. I will wear her name proudly as I complete my “stage”. It’s no Alpe d’Huez, but it means something to me. Keep up the fight, you’re not alone. All my best. Sharmon Hoff
P.S. I’ll be sure to post photos on the day of the race.
Hi Lynnea, I just received the message that you were home after surgery. Like our Italian colleagues say: Bentornato! (welcome back). Although the news of your breast cancer is shocking, the message of your website is great! I really like you enthousiastic optimism, knowing that Jesus rules!
We will pray for you and Jonathan in our Philips prayer team for speedy recovery and for sharing the message around. Stay strong, knowing you will be carried by Him in case needed!
Greetz, Edwin de Weerd
Johathan.. well said. The race metaphor is so appropriate, consider me cheering along the road while you and Lynnea are doing the hard pedaling..
Lynnea and Jonathan,
I wish you the best on your jouney from phase 1 to phase 2. I keep up to date with all the posts on the blog and on Facebook. Sending you peace and harmony from Hong Kong. And big hug alert to both of you!
Thanks dude! We really appreciate the virtual hugs and all the help you have given us..
Small steps – together, hand-in-hand – we will believe + trust.
Dad
I just read your Statement of Faith at the top and it is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!! I am now going to email my friends and fam again to make sure they read it!! Wow. You two are something special. God is shining through you both!!!
Thanks Jess…that is one of our prayers through this.
L
Lynnea & Jonathan -
From the time Philip and I found out you were both moving to Europe, we thought if a couple we knew would be up for that kind of adventure, it would be you two! Taking on the challenge of a living your lives half way around the world is not for the faint of heart. But if it’s one thing I have discovered from reading your blog is that distance serves little challenge to the power of love and prayer. I wish to say thank you for allowing us to share in your journey – the fear, the hope, and the strength are beyond inspirational. Your Faith serves as a beacon for us all and we are blessed by you. To a most beautiful couple inside and out, we send our love and prayers from Lewiston, ID. Philip and LeeAnne Sullivan
Dear Lynnea,
Bergkerk in Deventer has a prayer group that gathers on Sundays. Tomorrow they will be praying for your victory and strength.
(And with all the great supports that has been gathered around you and Jonathan, there’s no way you can lose.)
With love,
IE
Hello Lynnea, I am Rodrigo from Vineyard church, maybe you don’t remember me (I am from Chile) maybe Jonathan can remember me…but well I am so moved for what you have written here and what is happening to you..but I know you will overcome all this,,I dont know what the God’s plan is but His word says in Romans 8:28 “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God…” so he will turn out any circumstance in favor to you …
I would like to ask and tell you some things, so I leave you my e-mail rhrecaba@gmail.com, because I couldn’t find your email here.. I hope you can write me…blessings and greetings to Jonathan too!!
Rodrigo
This is a test. I responded in this forum yesterday (4/17) and it is not showing up today. I saw it last night after I posted, but it is not here now. Just wondering…
Richard…I think you responded on the post we made. I saw it and appreciate your thoughts and am sorry for your personal battle. We can turn this conversation into more of an e-mail dialogue because I have looked into both natural and conventional treatments and a combo approach is what feels good for me…so the slash, poison, burn + extra.
Lynnea
Hi Lynnea, I had left you a post here with my email because my pastors in Chili would like to talk with you…God has used them in healings of cancer and other diseases, so they are willing to help you if you want…they dont speak english but something its possible to do.. you can write me to my email rhrecaba@gmail.com
blessings
Rodrigo
Lynnea,
So, I’m procrasting my school work by perusing Facebook. I saw that you shaved your head and had to find out why you would “go Brittany.” So, I’m just now learning of your breast cancer diagnosis. After reading your entire blog tonight, I have learned that “I’m sorry” is not the right response for you. Rather something like “Go get ‘em!” or a shout of praise to God seems more appropriate.
I have to say, your statement of faith in the face of breast cancer is one of the most beautiful things I have read in a very long time. I especially appreciate that you included what you don’t believe. Although I am sure it may feel like a punishment at times, it is not. God loves you and nothing, not even disease can separate you from that truth. I pray your faith stays strong and is strongest on your hardest days.
You are a strong, faithful, amicable women who I’ve never stopped admiring since our days at The INN. I send my blessings and support to you and Jonathan.
- Janie (Strait) Crane
Psalm 91
This is a lovely blog. I am looking forward to reading and viewing. A lot of my journey through breast cancer is being documented through photos as well…for me it helps inspire the process along. Good luck with your treatment! I love your idea of this encouragement page too. Best in health to you and yours, Jen
I just found your blog and read your statement of faith. By the time I was diagosed I was Stage III and was given ‘no hope’ and ‘less than one year’. I can say that I honestly fell into HIS Arms and He walked me through the entire ‘season’. When I happen to go back and read a note in my journal I am amazed at all the things my body physically went through because I do not remember being sick, or losing my nails, or my skin burning from the chemo drugs. I am permanently bald but healthy – and I will mark my 6th year from diagnosis in September. Everytime I fret about not having hair HE shows me someone with a greater loss than mine. And so, may you also rest in HIS Arms as you pass through this season in your life. Many, many blessings for a long and healthy life!
Wow, thank you for your message. I know that I am being carried through this valley by Him and my faith will be shaped in profound ways. I also wish you many happy, healthy years. xx L
Happy Happy Birthday Lynnea!! Love S & G
Hey you two! I want you to know that we often think of you both back here in Seattle. Jonathan, keep those photos coming and Lynnea, you are simply amazing. You’re both doing an amazing job with this blog and are clearly impacting many on the web who are stumbling upon your blog organically!
*Virtual hugs all around from the Burgesses
What’s up L? Ran into your dad at church some months ago and asked how you’ve been. You had just been diagnosed with cancer, causing him to tear up. Since then, my family has been lifting you up in prayer. My kids didn’t know who they were praying for…but that doesn’t matter to a child. I finally showed them a picture of you just the other day, when I found out about this blog. They said “she’s so beautiful!” So…just know that the prayers will keep coming! I”m so happy that chemo is a memory now, not an appointment. Keep your chin up! By the way, the picture I showed them… you were completely bald.
God bless L!
Thanks Phil! It has been a bumpy road but the prayers have been felt. Hope you and your family are doing well. xx L
Wow, beautifull warrior!
It is amazing to read how God is working in your life up to this point, and the way you put it into words…you sure could be a writer
Praying for you, your trip….that you may be filled up with His love and presence! That you may meet your King and may feel like His princess…
Bless and greetings Jan and Natasja (Vineyard