It’s been approximately 4 months since I started blogging. What started as a hobby – a hint of how God was working in our family has exploded in to something bigger. But I’ve had quite a few road blocks along the way. Some days, I have so many ideas to share; but hardly any time left in my day. Other days, I find my mind completely blank – with absolutely nothing to write about. On some frustrating days, I have the post all ready in my head, but it doesn’t reach cyberspace; either because of a power cut, or a faulty internet connection.
A combination of these days over the past few weeks got me thinking. I wanted this blog to have a definite purpose – a mission, so to speak. I wanted it to be simple. And easy to remember, so I could remind myself; if ever I get side-tracked in my writing. I checked in with God, and together we’ve come up with something. The purpose of my blog would be to:
- Glorify God
- Encourage Readers
- Motivate Myself
I even got a acronym out of it – GEM; simple and easy to remember :)!
I want my blog to glorify God, because without Him and His inspiration, there will be no blog. Or there will be a blog, with no one to read it or be inspired by it. I want my words to reflect His goodness, His grace and His mercy. And through it, I hope you will find inspiration to push you onward and upward in your daily walk with God.
I want my blog to encourage you, the reader. Let me be honest, I never ever thought so many of you would stop by to read it. I am floored that you would take the time to do so. Whether it is planning, parenting or homemaking; I hope this blog helps you overcome the everyday struggles of your life.
I least expected this blog to motivate me – after all, that wasn’t my intention when I started it. However, blogging has helped me come out of my shell and connect with other like minded people. Sharing the habit I’m working on each month with you, has kept me on my toes. And I have to work every single day towards achieving my monthly goals. Blogging pushes me forward and keeps me accountable.
So, that’s it. The purpose of this blog is to G – Glorify God, E – Encourage Readers and M – Motivate Myself. Better late than never… And it’s never too late to figure out your purpose, right 😉 ?
If you are a blogger, do you have a purpose or mission statement for your blog? Leave me a comment, and I’ll be sure to stop by your blog. For all the non-bloggers out there, have you ever thought of starting a blog? Why or why not?
Well, my purpose, reason for blogging isn’t nearly as noble as yours. I admire you! And maybe I just don’t feel like I’ve got it together enough to be able to help others, but I blog mostly for myself. I enjoy writing and I love my little blog. I’m going to share one of my major insecurities here, but… I am a major people pleaser and I care too much about what others think about me. Waaaay too much. Also, as a mom, I spend most of my day caring about the needs of others and if they are happy. This is the one little corner of my life that can make me happy. If my little blog aspired to too much more, it would become a major stressor in my life, instead of a stress-reliever. All I would think about would be, “What do people think? Am I too preachy? Did I encourage someone today? Do people think I’m stupid?” So, I blog about what’s going on in my life and if my readership is amused, inspired, educated, encouraged that is wonderful and I hope they are.
I think it’s absolutely wonderful that your blog is that one place where you can be yourself. Just to relieve yourself of what’s on your mind, regardless of what others may think. By the way, I think your blog is simple, honest and straight-forward. I enjoy stopping by :). Thank you for sharing with us Kristen!