"What is not started today is never finished tomorrow." Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Well...I made it! Day 31 !!! I committed to write a blog post for 31 days in a row, and today is the last day! I have thoroughly enjoyed being more intentional again with my writing, and I absolutely love how the Lord gave me something daily to share with you all. I always wrote first thing in the morning, right after my quiet time with the Lord. It has brought back so many memories from 2009 when I shared here every day as a form of accountability. WOW...how did I do that? That was 365 posts!
So, what happens now? Quite honestly I don't know. I know I have two readers, and they have been so encouraging. Thank you for your faithful comments. I also know there are days when my fingers can't type as fast as my thoughts flow. There are times that I am overwhelmed with such a compulsion to write that my heart is racing until I'm able to release His words in me.
Is blogging discouraging? Yes...often. Some days I think the Lord has impressed such an urgent message on my heart to share, and He appears to be the only One who sees my obedience. Then I question...Lord, why? Those days have become special. They are the days He is sharing sacred secrets with me.
Other times I see or hear of bloggers who receive such following, input and advancement and I wonder what are they doing differently? Yes, some comparison creeps in, but for consideration and teaching. What are they doing that is drawing readers to return? What can I learn from them? I don't want to ever write here in competition, but in compliment. God has given many of us a similar message, but we reach a different audience.
I know I have a very small social media following, and quite honestly, it takes time to develop connection with others in "blog world". My priority is face-to-face so no doubt that limits the time it takes to make consistent networking relationships. I don't want to be responding to you just to get my presence out there and my name seen. I respond when heart meets heart and Jesus speaks to me through His Spirit expressed in His Words.
I also realize it's not all about statistics and numbers. I often think of the gift I'm giving to family for generations to come. Great-great-great grandchildren will one day read a legacy of faith lived generations ago, and precious children, Lord willing, be encouraged and blessed by an old lady who even prays for them now.
So friends, I don't know what the plan is tomorrow, but God does. I will wait on Him for direction. Thank You for giving me the gift of your time, a precious commodity. You have blessed me.
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My life is richer because of your commitment to write, Joy! I pray that you will continue! Your posts are rich with wisdom. Should you decide to stop for awhile, I will miss you so much! Thank you for sharing your heart. You have made a difference in my life!
I am proud of you for sticking to your goal! Awesome!
Much love and hugs,
Cheri
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