Your Story Is Important [and Two-Year Blogging Anniversary Giveaway]
It really began years earlier. This writing mission. I couldn’t seem to stay away from writing and topic ideas and forming messages of encouragement.
But it wasn’t until my oldest voiced the fateful statement, “You should start a blog, Mom.” that I became serious about my ministry.
And so for two years now, I’ve blogged three times a week. But the words I type aren’t mine to take credit for.
The twisted mess I scratch out has God’s fingerprints all over them (thank you, Lord!). He forms my thoughts into coherent messages. His touch gives my ramblings meaning and allows them to fulfill a purpose–His purpose. I am humbled to be His instrument.
And so with the Lord’s continued blessing, I will continue to offer encouragement to thrive in and through the hard times. For through His grace, there is always hope.
In honor of this blog’s birthday, I’m excited to offer a fabulous giveaway.
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Now for my five-minute Friday post on “Story.”
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I always wanted a story and never thought I had one.
No life-changing conversions. No miraculous occurrences. Just a churchgoing farmgirl, living life as it unfolds.
But what I’ve learned is that my story is no less miraculous or important than anyone else’s because my story is really God’s. All of our stories are God’s. And His is always miraculous. His is always lifechanging. 
The Lord is writing each of our narratives. His fingerprints trace patterns on all our lives.
And as His hands script a tale of love and redemption, we find something to share.
Because everyone needs to hear His story.
Don’t hold back, thinking you have nothing to tell. Reveal God’s story as it is played out in your life.
It’s a masterpiece for all ages.
“I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.” (Psalm 118:17)
Reflection: What is the story God is scripting in your life? I’d love to hear a snippet of it in the comments!
By His grace ≈ Julie
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Find hope in your real-life struggles. We'll chase it together! I am a wife; mom of 4 (including a young adult daughter with special needs); miscarriage mom of 5; author & follower of Jesus Christ. I write, edit, speak and enjoy everything outdoors.
Yes, I love this: “Don’t hold back, thinking you have nothing to tell. Reveal God’s story as it is played out in your life..” Because we really do need each other! Blessings Julie!
Absolutely, Jacque! Why do we feel our stories aren’t worth telling? Remembering our stories are really God’s story should help us realize their importance. So grateful you stopped by.
Congratulations on your anniversary! “Just keep swimming . . . ” 🙂
Thanks, Marisa!
God’s blessings surround us daily. We must always keep our eyes and hearts open to receive them!
Happy anniversary!
Indeed we do, Britney! Blessings.
I feel bless every day I wake up. So thankful to be a child of the King
Blessing
joeym11@frontier.com
Amen, Diana!
I first want to say that when I read your words, I feel that our stories are similar and I feel at home. You are two years ahead of me though. My story is unfolding everyday and I am looking forward to big changes in the next several years when I retire from teaching and move onto whatever God has in store for me.
So glad you stopped over, Mary! Following God’s plan is always an adventure; sounds like you’re in for a little twist in yours once you retire. How exciting!
Each of us has a story and potential for God to use our story to touch someone else. Thank you for giving us a glimpse of yours 🙂
Absolutely, Jen! That’s why it is so important we share it.