01/27/2026
*** Testimony Tuesday ***
You might be surprised where Jesus will show up when you invite Him. I want to use this opportunity to testify to the fact the Lord will meet you where you are at. My name is Susan & I am a recovering addict who struggled with prescription pills for over 20 years. In March 2025, I was blessed by being accepted into Beauty for Ashes, a faith based recovery program.
From the moment I arrived I have been surrounded by Godly women who have prayed over me, loved me until I was able to love myself, and who have spiritually guided me to help me become who I am today. Prior to BFA, I was arrested. As a result, after 8 months of working my program, I was sentenced to 120 days in the county jail. A slap on the wrist in hindsight, but none the less devastating & discouraging. I was scared. I missed my sisters from the program & visitation with my children. This very well could have been the ultimate setback but I quickly learned- the Lord will meet you where you are at.
Because of BFA, I have a huge support system behind me, praying for me daily & taking care of anything that has come my way. My love & gratitude for these women is immeasurable. Shortly after my arrival to jail, I called a dear friend of mine- a wise woman that I lean on for spiritual guidance and encouragement. After praying with her, she told me, “You are on an assignment from the Lord. You have been placed there for a reason. Your assignment is 10 souls. You are to find them and lead them to the Lord."
This TERRIFIED me! I was given the scripture Romans 10:9 but even then, I did not feel confident in my ability to do this task. I dreaded the day I would come home & have to tell her I had failed. Three months have now passed. I have spent my time testifying to all the Lord has done in my life. I have led prayer & bible studies. I sit with these ladies & encourage them. I find myself answering their questions about the bible. The same bible I had never opened in 38 years. I have been told multiple times that I brought Jesus back into this place & they thank me. I tell them "Don't thank me, thank Him!" It hasn't been all good, but it has been all God.
I recently read something that brought peace to my soul. "ALWAYS preach the Gospel, only use words when necessary". At that moment I realized I have done that. I have lived as much like Jesus as humanly possible for me behind these walls. As I laid down that night to pray, I began to count. I can now say without a doubt that I have planted seeds and led 9 ladies back to Christ as of today.
Another miracle the Lord has allowed me to witness! He reminds me daily of his beauty & grace, how merciful He has been with me & I thank Him for allowing me this opportunity to share His love with other women who desperately need the Lord.
Mercy found me, grace surrounds me, and goodness follows me as I continue to seek the Lord.
I have one month left and one more soul to help before I can return home to BFA. I ask that you join me as I cover this person in prayer. We Are asking that the Lord releases her to our program so that she too can experience the spiritual guidance and love provided at BFA. God willing, she will be our newest sister and will learn of a grace & love that only He can provide.
- Susan Brumbelow
