Comments on: Do You Tell Everything? Three Questions to Ask

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Wed, 25 May 2016 19:10:02 +0000

In reply to Lux G.. Thanks, Lux. They are questions that I use with myself in lots of areas of life....

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Wed, 25 May 2016 19:06:44 +0000

In reply to Pam.

Sounds like we’re in the same place, Pam…rethinking if we should add journaling back into our lineup of writings instead of only blogging. I do keep smaller journals (one-line-a-day, Bible journals) but they’re not very personal. I have been journaling a bit more lately through two books I’ve been reading (not intentionally to journal, but God just worked it out that way!), and I am remembering the benefits of a good ol’ private journal. 🙂

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Wed, 25 May 2016 19:03:15 +0000

In reply to Lori. It's neat to me how some types of journaling may not click with us, but then another type will magically turn the key. I'm glad you are doing Bible journaling. What a blessing it will be in years to come (not to mention benefits now!) for those who read your words. That's so cool that you have your grandmother's Bible. I have one of my dad's bibles and it is one of my most treasured possessions.

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Wed, 25 May 2016 19:01:43 +0000

In reply to Laura Thomas.

That’s incredible that you have 12 years of journaling behind you. I’m very impressed, Laura! I’m sure it’s been a great blessing to you…and as a result, to others. When we spend time getting healthy ourselves, the world in general is also healed a little bit more. If it’s meant for you to publish a devo book, I pray that God paves the road straight and easy for you. 🙂

By: Lux G.

Lux G. — Mon, 23 May 2016 07:56:47 +0000

These are wonderful guide questions I need. 🙂

By: Pam

Pam — Sun, 22 May 2016 21:58:39 +0000

The questions you offer as criteria are excellent! The dilemma is real for each of us, not on every post perhaps but on many. I, too, was first of all an avid journal writer who rarely missed a day. Since starting my website, I seldom journal now since so much of my expression and reflection appears in my blog. Even so, your article gives me pause to consider whether or not I might still do more of that personal journaling where I am pouring out my heart and listening for and recording what I sense from Him that can be far too intimate to share publicly. A good nudge to think and consider once again. Thanks, Lisa!

By: Lori

Lori — Sun, 22 May 2016 02:42:09 +0000

I was never a journaler in the past. It was something I tried but could not get into it. Four years ago, I began journaling my Bible reading and what I learned from it. I did this, so my son and future generations would have my thoughts on certain passages. I have my grandmother’s Bible and seeing her little short notes on pages is what triggered this for me. As for blogging, when I’m sharing something on the personal side I have my husband and/or sister read it because I’m scared of being a “self promoter” after being accused of being one on a post about why we do a certain thing. Self promotion was far from what I was trying to say at that time but after hearing from someone who thought I was, it caused me to be more conscience of what I share now. Thank you for linking up with Thankful Thursdays.

By: Laura Thomas

Laura Thomas — Sat, 21 May 2016 21:25:48 +0000

Love this, Lisa. “Words we write down are words we can return to.” I’ve been journaling my quiet times (not every single day, I’m not THAT disciplined!)) for 12 years now, so I’ve filled a few books! Some I’ve been able to springboard from to write Bible devos for publication or even for blogging ideas, but many are just for me. For us wordy types, that is often how God whispers to our very souls, and I love that I can keep some of it for myself… not in a selfish way, but for my personal spiritual growth. Those words I “can return to” are beyond precious! I’d love to publish a devo book one day, but that’s in God’s hands and in His time. Thanks for sharing… Blessings!

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Sat, 21 May 2016 20:17:22 +0000

In reply to Dolly@Soulstops. Keeping things vague about others is a good approach, Dolly. Unless it's a compliment, of course! :) You definitely do honor God in your writings. I am always encouraged when I visit your words!

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Sat, 21 May 2016 20:15:46 +0000

In reply to Deb Wolf.

Oh yes–you’re spot-on, Deb. Too often that one-sided view is a killer to relationships. 🙁 We just think everyone should think like we do, right?