As a lifelong writer it's not uncommon for thousands of words to be continually swirling in my head. In turn, those oodles of words begin to mesh together into a plethora of ideas. And that gaggle of ideas quickly becomes overwhelming. Sound familiar?
It's a struggle we all face as our creative juices flow. As Christian writers, we have been blessed with a gift from God and that special assignment will lead us on numerous exciting journeys, though at times, may also derail us. When faced with too many possibilities, too many ideas, and too many potential projects, we will soon begin to feel overwhelmed. We'll lose our focus, and may even feel the passion for our craft wane ever so slightly.
Pray First.
The temptation to dip our pen into the ink pot and venture off in multiple directions can be exciting at the beginning, when all those fresh ideas are oozing onto the paper. But, in reality, we may just be missing the real purpose God had in mind for creating us as scribes.
Pray First.
God's laid a unique focus on my writing that centers around all things K9. As my writing career has gathered momentum, I have also faced the particular dilemma that I know is not only my own. The trap the enemy throws in my path (and many of yours too, I'm certain) calling into question my ability, my qualifications, my credibility; often pressing me into self-doubt and insecurity. Known as "imposter’s syndrome", this issue can be a powerful negative force in a calling that is God's wish for us.
Pray First.
Over the years, I have participated in countless workshops, seminars, and Christian writing academies with the deep desire to learn, grow, and maybe even excel in this pursuit. Highly respected facilitators and leaders have shared their personal experiences and imparted wisdom they found to be beneficial in their own personal writing journeys. Volumes of notes are stashed away in binders now collecting dust on my bookshelves, rarely to see the light of day.
However, over time, I have come to follow my own one piece of advice faithfully each and every time I sit down to write. PRAY FIRST. In fact, I have a special prayer that I have written on my glass top desk that is visible to me while I work.
Lord,
Lead me in the right direction.
Grant me guidance.
Give me purpose.
Make me productive.
Let me be a blessing to someone today.
When we first and foremost invite the Holy Spirit to sit down with us, we can be sure that what forms on our computer screens are the words and thoughts God wants us to share with others. We can be confident that when we PRAY FIRST, our Heavenly Father is guiding us through our writing journey in the direction the He has chosen for us.
Lord,
Lead me in the right direction.
Grant me guidance.
Give me purpose.
Make me productive.
Let me be a blessing to someone today.
When we first and foremost invite the Holy Spirit to sit down with us, we can be sure that what forms on our computer screens are the words and thoughts God wants us to share with others. We can be confident that when we PRAY FIRST, our Heavenly Father is guiding us through our writing journey in the direction the He has chosen for us.
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Thank you, Peggianne, for this wonderfully written reminder that dedicating our days and our efforts to the Lord enables him to help us not become overwhelmed by our thoughts and frustrations.
ReplyDeleteExcellent advice, Peggianne. And I like the prayer you have showcased on your glass top desk. A great place... where you can see it each time you sit down to write. Thank you for sharing today.
ReplyDeleteThanks Brenda.
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