Recently, during personal meditation, the Lord laid two points on my heart, and I'd like to share them with you today.
Leave The Lights On. There have been times when I have neglected to study God's Word for more days than I'm willing to admit. I've found that when I allow this to happen, I have difficulty writing. Not surprising! Psalm 119:105 states, "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." As Christian writers, it is vital that we stay connected to God by way of His Word. It is His Word that illuminates our writing paths, guiding us as to what we should write. Without His Word we cannot see clearly, so we must make Bible study a daily part of our writing day.
Leave The Boat and Keep Walking. When Peter stepped out of the boat onto the water and began walking toward Jesus he was fine until he took his eyes off of the One who was sustaining each of his steps. Similarily, I remember when I began submitting my work to publishers that just the thought of receiving rejection letters left me feeling discouraged, fearful, and asking myself, "What if I'm not called to write?" When I took my eyes of God and replaced them with "what ifs" I was behaving like Peter and began to sink in self-doubt. I have since learned to hope in spite of rejection letters and to keep walking by faith because ultimately the purpose of God will be accomplished.
Have a blessed weekend!
Mata Elliott is the author of forgivin' ain't forgettin', published by Walk Worthy Press/Warner Books. Mata loves to hear from readers, and she invites you to email her at mata@mataelliott.com or visit her website at www.mataelliott.com.
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