I have a confession to make....I've always kind of been annoyed by people who have blogs. I mean, isn't a blog just an excuse to whine, complain, and vent some steam into cyberspace? Toot your own horn to a bunch of people around the world? I mean, who really reads other people's blogs? Don't they have real jobs or better things to do with their time?
Hence, the fact that I have a blog becomes even more mind-boggling. Personally, I'm in a little bit of a state of shock.
However, my heart is changing. Back in February, I attended a women's conference and felt led to attend a break out session on journaling. Now in June, I've filled my first journal with reflections on scripture, sermon notes, letters to people who hurt me, and pages and pages of prayers. Journaling has definitely changed my prayer life for the better. When I write out my prayers, I can concentrate better, be more honest with God, and really speak my heart truthfully. Because I can get out all of the junk and noise in my head, I can better hear from God, see His impression of what I am talking about. It has been a truly cathartic experience.
I've discovered that the written word is powerful. Honest. Unequivocal. Lasting. Quiet. Devoid of inner turmoil. And that's just my written word; we all know God's Word is even more powerful and eternal than our own. I will pass from this world, but if my journals survive, that is how people will know me and remember me. Sounds like a good legacy.
So why not start now? Confession #2: I sometimes read other people's blogs - gasp! I am amazingly encouraged and touched by their thoughts and words. Maybe my thoughts and meditations will touch others and encourage them in the lives and their walks with Christ.
So, as I begin my pseudo career as a blogger, I promise to:
1) Not whine.
2) Stay humble.
3) Aim to encourage others.
4) Speak to God's truths and power in my life.
And if you read this, you just became my accountability buddy. :)
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