Many of you blog readers have asked, “Do you ever run out of ideas?” Since God owns GettingThroughThis.com, the answer is, “No.”
God running out of ideas? Ludicrous.
Although the blog words are written on a plastic keyboard, God is the one behind them. I attempt to translate his idea into cyberspace words while he chooses the “so what” moment and Scripture. In other words, he generates three-fourths of each post. I love watching him bring it together, sometimes talking to him out loud. “Oh, you’re right about that, Lord.” Or “Good one!” Or “I never noticed that.”
This blog site began when Linnea, another family writer, urged me to start it. Her blog was up and running (www.KissYourMiracle.com), and she was finding it satisfying to encourage young women.
“Just try it, Mom,” she said. “You’ve always hoped God would use your writing for his purposes, and a blog will put it out there.”
She and Adam set it up, taught me to use it, and joined me in naming it. I remember my first post back in August of 2009. It was after midnight as I tried to summon the courage to push the “publish” button, my index finger shaking over the keyboard. The World Wide Web? Really?
But God and I had talked it over thoroughly, and I couldn’t refuse the opportunity. With one click, www.GettingThroughThis.com was born. A month later Nate and I heard the words “terminal cancer,” and the site was ready to update concerned friends. Later, as grieving began, the blog was a place to sort it all out at the end of each difficult day. Recently it’s been a place to heal and to watch God faithfully keep his promises.
But you, blog reader, are very important to the site and to me. First thing in the morning, you’re on my mind. I’m also bringing you to God in prayer off and on throughout the day, knowing he’s answering with one-on-one attention. In the nearly 5000 comments you’ve left on the site, you’ve also been a blessing to me and every other reader. It’s a world wide relationship.
Recently I’ve been handed a brand new writing opportunity (a book for Discovery House Publishing) that will take much of my time in upcoming months. Since it’s a steep climb for a 65 year old to learn something new, I’ve decided to cut my blogging from 7 days to 4-5 each week and won’t be posting on weekends for a while. This wasn’t an easy decision.
Some have told me they’d rather die than sit in front of a blank computer page each evening to write 500 words. For me it’s pure pleasure, sometimes even worship. My humble little blog bonds me to the Lord in a unique dependency that’s addictive. He and I meet because of my need for him, and the fact that he’s co-written each of 661 posts makes me love him intensely, not just because he’s rescuing me from floundering on my own but because I can’t wait to hear what he has to say each day.
So, the Lord and you and I will continue to meet here most days of the week. Because there are absolutely no words that pack a wallop like his.
“The words of the Lord are flawless, like silver purified in a crucible, like gold refined seven times.” (Psalm 12:6)
Margaret,
I was glad to find your blog one day recently and so sad to hear about Nate. I’m so excited for your new opportunity, but I will miss reading your blog daily. It’s been a joy to see what God is teaching you! I look forward to seeing what is coming for you in the future! My love to all of yours!
God Bless!
Laurie
Well, I always thought it would be great to be one in a million..but to know that it’s one in 5,000 is pretty special! And how exciting to face yet another new opportunity to watch the Lord use all of you to communicate His words to a listening world. Since you have been so faithful in little…globally speaking, He promises that He will make you faithful in the bigger things He is planning. What a privilege to have a ringside seat at the next adventure He has planned for you! Bring on the wallops!! Really!!
Margaret, continue letting go, and letting God! We’re right here with you!
Much love and prayers, across these many miles ~ ~ ~ ~
Margaret, God’s words through your hands have blessed us beyond measure and now His words wll go so much further through your book. You go girl!!!!!
Marni will miss your wisdom from the Lord on the weekends, but so excited for you in this new adventure. How faithful God is to give you this opportunity, since I know it has been a desire of your heart for years. Have a wonderful weekend and give Weez a hug for us.
Where do I sign up to buy the book??? Thank you for your encouragement and faithfulness!
How WONDERFUL! There is no greater JOY than seeing someone so deserving – so blessed, Margaret,…and you ARE both, and a blessing as well. Looking forward to the book.
Very excited about the book. When it comes out, I just might have to take a trip to Michigan (my birthplace) so you can sign it. 🙂
I have been truly blessed by the blog. It am so encouraged by the way He unfolds His message each and every day with you and then have you share it with us. Blessings to you as you start writing a book. Let us know when it come sout.
Congratulations on starting a book! It is a perfect extension of what God has been doing since 2009! Well maybe since your childhood journals, but you know what I mean! Blessings and prayers for an exciting new adventure Marni. I look forward to catching up on old blogs and hearing how you and God are doing with your new work!
I always appreciate the words you have received from God, and I’ll continue to do, even though they won’t be as frequent. I’m excited about your upcoming book!
Congratulations Margaret, on the opportunity to write a book !!! And Discovery House is a great place to do it — good people there. I’m very excited for you, and somehow not terribly surprised that the opportunity came. Blessings and love, Ruth
“Well done, good and faithful servant. You were faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things… For to everyone who has shall more be given, and (s)he shall have an abundance.” Jesus.
The Lord said it best, of course, but He has taken your widow’s mite, so to speak, multiplied it these past 661 posts and is now sending you into another field ripe for harvest. May He continue to give you the pen of a ready writer as you start the book. Put me down for the first edition copy! I will miss weekend wisdom.
Love,
Terry
What a great God we serve. He has prepared you for a time such as this. Enjoy the journey, Margaret. And we will be grateful for any words God allows you to bring us through these plastic keys!
I will be content with four to five blog entries per week if you will personally autograph the copy of your book which I will buy when it is released. 🙂
Congratulations! Not surprised…God has gifted you with godly insights and warm humor. Enjoy your new journey, kiddo….very happy for you.
However God has choosen to use your writing skills I know that you will be a blessing. I will pray that He will continue to guide you as you take on new challenges. You are truly a blessing to my life!
That is so exciting! I can’t wait to see what the Lord does with your book!