At the end of November, I made a choice that December was going to be a no/low blogging month. I had no idea what was in store for us, but I thought it would be a time of family and reflection. I had really big goals for my blog for 2014. I had big plans for my personal writing time, and for where I wanted to take this thing.
One thing was lacking, I was making goals without consulting with the One who directs my steps.
Then, my father-in-law passed away, my son was dealing with some school issues, my mom got the flu, my sister is getting married and I'm the matron of honor, so writing took a back seat in some old abandoned car parked in an overgrown field. It just didn't come to mind.
Since the beginning of the year, I've participated in a couple of link ups, but I have had absolutely no motivation to write like I was so determined to at the end of November. I was working hard to network and make friends, learning the great benefits of twitter and facebook in regard to drawing readers in. It was exciting, but then felt really empty for me.
Since the beginning of the year, I've participated in a couple of link ups, but I have had absolutely no motivation to write like I was so determined to at the end of November. I was working hard to network and make friends, learning the great benefits of twitter and facebook in regard to drawing readers in. It was exciting, but then felt really empty for me.
All of those life things have become what God has used to re-prioritize my focus from me, and my goals to Him and His plan. It's time for me to step aside and let God's plan become my plan and His dream for me become my dream for me.
In fact, I have had no desire to write and pursue those goals. I don't think this is a forever thing, just a season that either I need to rest in, or pray through. I'm not sure which one yet because I'm not exactly in a hurry to get out of this season. I've been enjoying my kids more, reading more, and getting back into a regular exercise habit.
I'm also determined to make time with Jesus my number one priority. I have devoted so little time to Him, to prayer, worship, and the Word that I have nothing to give, nothing to write about. If I'm not prompted by a link up, I got nothin'.
So, if you regularly read my blog, hang in there with me, and I'll be back to regular posting when I feel the focus is back on the right thing. -Not promoting me, but promoting Him. Less of me, more of Him.
I've heard it said so much over my life, but I really get it now - I must decrease, so He can increase. I must withdraw from the business of being busy and building something so that I can hear Him more clearly and know the direction He has called me to go.
