Five Minute Friday:

Five Minute Friday: Stretch

August 16, 2012 • 43 Comments

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Five Minute Friday: Stretch

Here’s what we do…

First, we write for 5 minutes flat ~ no editing, no over thinking, no backtracking.

Then, we link back to The Gypsy Mama’s site and invite others to join us.

Last, but not least ~ absolutely, no ifs, ands or buts about it ~ we visit the person who linked up before us & encourage them via comment. Seriously. That is, like, the rule. And the fun. And the heart of this community.

Start…

Stretch me, grow me…

I want to see as you see, hear as you hear.

Stretch me, mature me…

I want to unconditionally love like you, forgive like you.

Stretch me, teach me…

I want to hide your word deep, deep down inside, close to my heart, tattooed words.

Stretch me, show me…

I want to know how to encourage and inspire, comfort and support as you did, still do.

Stretch me, lead me…

I want to step in your steps, follow straight behind, carried at times.

Stretch me, complete me…

I am yours…

Finish…

Do you not know that your body is the temple (the very sanctuary) of the Holy Spirit Who lives within you, Whom you have received [as a Gift] from God? You are not your own… ~ 1 Corinthians 6:19 (AMP)

Five Minute Friday / Faith Filled Friday

http://youaremygirls.com/ Jennifer Camp

Stefanie, oh, my friend, you do this. Your humble, stunningly beautiful prayer is the over-flowing of His words, His life, in you. I hope to give you a real-life hug at Allume — to say ‘thank you’ for the beautiful encouragement you give me, and countless others, through your words everyday. Thank you.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you for your precious words! We must, must, must make time to chat at Allume! I don’t want this year to go by without having an opportunity to share face-to-face:) You, too, my friend, are a source of inspiration and encouragement to me ~ daily! So grateful we’ve connected.
  Have a wonderful Friday:))
http://www.facebook.com/marianne.sunderland Marianne Sunderland

Lovely!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Marianne:))
  Have a blessed Friday…
soulstops

What a beautiful heart you have for God…thanks, Stefanie.

Blessings,
Dolly
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Dolly, for your sweet encouragement and visit.
  Have a wonderful Friday…
beyondgracegirl

i love what your words paint… the prayer of my heart. the reaching to be more like Him.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you!
  I appreciate our kind words. Let’s keep reaching!!
  Have a fantastic Friday!
http://www.newequus.wordpress.com/ Mindy @ New Equus

I LOVE this Stefanie! Put music to it and it could be a song!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Mindy. I’m humming a tune now:))
http://twitter.com/ThisGalsJourney Jennifer Deibel

Oh wow….that’s beautiful! It echoes my own heart’s cry!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Jennifer!
  May it continue to echo for the both of us.
  Have a fantastic Friday!
http://profiles.google.com/everblossomdesigns Amy Sands

first off, the photo is just beautiful! so relaxing!
Secondly, WHAT beautiful writing! WOW!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Amy!! I really appreciate your kind words:))
  Have a wonderful Friday!!
http://www.redemptionsbeauty.com/ Shelly Miller

Me too Stefanie, me to. Beautiful prayer. Hope you have a great weekend.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Shelly!
  Wishing you a wonderfully full weekend, too…
Pamela Kuhn

The prayer is my heart’s desire. I’m God’s to stretch as He sees fit. Beautiful words, Stefanie. Your photograph is beautiful, too.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  So thrilled, Pamela!
  Thank you for visiting and your kind, sweet words.
  Have a happy Friday…
Nancy Smith

How do you do it? what an affirming post! thanks, you made my day on this one!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  You’re so kind, Nancy!! I’m so thankful His words typed through my fingers spoke to you:)) He’s the source of all affirmation.
  Thank you and have a sweet weekend…
Jamie Mehan

“I want to hide your word deep, deep down inside, close to my heart, tattooed words.” Yes and Amen!! That is one of the cries of my heart. My husband has never wanted me to get a tattoo, but I don’t think he’d object to this. (hee, hee)
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Hahahaha! Between you and me, my husband doesn’t want me to get a tattoo, but I think he wouldn’t mind this one either:))
  Thank you for your kind and encouraging words, Jamie.
  Have a lovely weekend…
http://simplystriving.wordpress.com/ Nikki

Now those are the kind of stretchmarks I could be proud of. The beauty marks of a life lived for Him. Prayed with you, Stefanie and enjoy my time here, soaking Him in. Thank you!!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Hahaha! I love that: “Now those are the kind of stretchmarks I could be proud of.”
  Thank you, my friend! May this be our continual prayer.
  Have a happy Friday…
http://brenda-thethingsiponder.blogspot.com/ Brenda

Your words were perfect for me today. Thanks for sharing them!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Wonderful, Brenda!!
  Thank you for sharing:))
  Have a wonderful Friday…
http://www.bluemarblegod.com/ Melanie Gillgrist

My heart feels such rest reading this. Being known and with Him. “Stretch me, complete me. I am yours.” Amen.
Happy Friday!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Melanie!!
  Have a wonderful Friday, my friend…
http://frogdiva.wordpress.com/ Tonya

”
I want to know how to encourage and inspire, comfort and support as you did, still do.”
My favorite line! I love encouraging, inspiring, comforting and supporting others. When I do, I get back twice as much in return.

Thank you for sharing
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Tonya!
  I agree… We always receive back more in comparison to what we give.
  Have a wonderful Friday…
http://newlifesteward.com/ Mary Beth

Such a genuine prayer. It flows seamlessly. Awesome write.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Mary Beth…
  Have a wonderful Friday evening:))
http://twitter.com/AnnaGStroven Anna Grace Stroven

Beautiful poem for God. You have a talent.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Anna Grace! I’ll let you in on a little secret.. If our son had been a girl, he would have been Anna Grace instead of Alex Daniel. Grace is my favorite word in the world and Anna, a
  
  derivitive of Hannah, a story I clung to while I dealt with an inability to conceive. God is faithful and, as with Hannah, He answered.
  I really appreciate your visit and your kind words. So thrilled by your visit.
  Have a lovely Friday evening…
Debbie Petras

What a great photo! And yes, we both like our comfort zone, don’t we? But the Lord will push us out.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Debbie!
  Yes, He will push us right out of where we’re comfortable…
  Have a wonderful weekend!
http://twitter.com/CreatedbyCole Nicole Marie

Beautiful, beautiful words. Words to pray to Him. A beautiful heart of surrender you have.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Nicole!
  I appreciate your kind words.
  Have blessed weekend…
Denise Oldham

Lovely post.
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Thank you, Denise…
  Have a blessed weekend!
http://graceformymess.com/ Jana | GraceForMyMess.com

I’m late to the party, but this was a wonderful post, Stefanie! I love this: “I want to see as you see, hear as you hear.” Yes, Lord! Thanks for sharing — you’re always an encourager!
- StefanieYoungBrown
  
  Late doesn’t matter! I’m glad you stopped by, my friend!
  Thank you for your kind words. I’m looking forward to seeing you this weekend.
  Have a lovely Monday…
StefanieYoungBrown

Thank you, Lori!! I really appreciate your kind words:))
Grateful for your visit…