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Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Why I do what I do?

 
I had a sweet friend of mine ask me how I am able to share, and not be afraid, or share without feeling overly vulnerable. At first my reaction was that it was easy. As I tried to remember each moment I pressed 'publish', I remembered the fear and anxieties of opening my life up to the world.. Every.Single.Time. I realized that it only felt easy because of one single answer.

Jesus.

For me this blog started off as a way to communicate all the words I felt I couldn't say. for weeks it felt like I was silenced, through my spoken voice, and I desperately needed a way to get those words out, especially to  my Husband. I remember the first few blog posts I wrote. I would come to him and read them to him. I would get halfway through the post with a giant knot in my throat then the second half I would just cry. Tears wouldn't stop, so eventaully I would hand over the computer or phone and let him finish reading. I wanted him to hear me. I needed someone to know what was going on in my head. The enemy was trying so hard to keep me strapped down, broken, voiceless. My husband, he was so patient and understanding. He helped me edit and spell check :) It was a sweet, sweet gift he gave me during those dark months.
 
The second reason was that after reading so many blogs I had a (seriously) hard time finding God centered faith based blogs, and I had a hard time finding blogs where people had been where I had been and still serving, trusting, and hoping in a good and faithful God. I still have yet to find another person (blog) related to ectopic pregnancy. That really pushed me forward and a little more eager to share my story. I am thankful that eventually I found a whole community of faith based blogs.  I wanted people, or just (one) someone to know that they are not alone. I needed them to know that there are, not only woman who have been there, but a God who SERIOUSLY loves them, even in their questioning and in their pain. I also know that women are desperate to read someones misery, hardships, struggles, loss, success. It makes us feel connected. It helps us see that we are normal. I had a girlfriend say, just last night, she actually enjoyed every now and then that someone would use Facebook to discuss what crazy, abnormal thing their child is doing. She said that most the time she feels like she could write, " Oh my gosh, my kid does that too!"
 
I feel like in this community, we are wanting that same connection. "Oh my gosh, I have felt that before! I've wondered about ________, I'm not alone!"
 

The third and most important piece about why I do what I do is because I believe I was created to be a "fool" for Jesus. I was created to NOT be ashamed of the testimony of His Glory and Power in my life. All this garbage I have been through, and all the garbage my readers have been through, is just preparation to make the outcome of the story shocking, to display the impossible to possible in my life ONLY through Him. So being vulnerable and putting myself out there is a Huge stretch, and it's far from easy, but I (we, as Christ Followers) are called to not be comfortable ( I don't know about you, but this whole journey is quite uncomfortable), we are called to be overly zealous in our faith, we are called to do the ridiculous things and be fools to show His glory and spread His Kingdom.  I felt that sharing, through means of a blog, was the least I could do to give Him credit for the miracles He's doing in my life.
 
The last year + of my life has been one of constant trial, constant stretching, and constant stripping of everything I've ever known and believe. It's been tremendously difficult, and dark but I believe whole heartedly that I was, and am created to share my story. Am I any good at sharing my particular story? Maybe not. Do I completely suck at editing, and typing? Sometimes... Yes! But, He asked and I said Yes, I am willing. I believe that's what we are all called to do. Sometimes it just looks different in other's lives. Some write, some sing, some race bikes, some use their testimonies in a million different avenues. We just have to keep saying Yes when He opens a door to share it. Whether it's through a blog, a book, racing, dancing, or work. I've found if you keep saying Yes you will find the vulnerability oddly comfortable and comforting. That's when He's able to do the MOST work in our lives. We have to have open hands to receive the courage and receive the grace and receive the boldness He alone can give.
 
Our God is not a comfortable God. He is not safe. He is risky, and bold, and has bigger plans then we will ever understand. It's risky to love Him, and it's risky to choose to be Loved By Him. But, it's by far the best investment you will ever make.
 
For me, it wasn't easy, but I chose to step into what He asked of me. 

This weekend I was completely humbled. At church we talked about the friends, in Mark 2, who knew their friend who was paralyzed needed to see Jesus desperately. They did everything and anything they could to get him in front of Jesus. They just knew that once he was in front of Jesus he would be healed. completely. We are always told that being desperate is a bad trait, and something to be avoided. However, if we aren't desperate, we wouldn't do whatever it costs to get to Him. I feel the same, in a round about way, about this blog. I am so desperate to get myself, my readers, my friends, and most importantly my family so close to Jesus because I want to see them be healed.
 
Des - per - ate
(of a person) Having a great need or desire for something.
"I am desperate for......."
 
Synonyms: in great need of, urgently requiring, in want of; More.
 
I want to be "that friend" who is willing to do, say, or type anything to get you just that much closer to our Creator. I am sacrificing my privacy and my time because it's that worth it to me to write out what Jesus is doing in my life. I need him, and I know that my friends and family NEED Him. If that means, that me saying Yes to him, will get someone, or myself closer to the Almighty Healer, the Savior, the King of all Kings, I will do it. And I will continue to say Yes to what He asks of me.
 
This is why I do what I do. So, when I fall to my knees in adoration I am met by a King who loves me, and Loves you just the same. It's worth it to me to be a fool.
 
Xox

15 comments:

  1. I know the choice to start a blog was a great decision for me. I was able to talk about my feelings and have support from others that absolutely understood. Itbeen such a wonderful outlet.

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    1. It is such a great outlet! I am glad that I finally stepped out and actually did it. The other plus side, is I can also share pictures, and life with family that doesn't live close, or that I don't keep in touch with very often. It's just a get spot, and great tool! Love it!

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  2. I love your blog for this very reason, it's all about Him!! Thank you so much for finding my blog somehow so that I could also find yours :)

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    1. Thanks Amie! I am glad that after clicking hundreds of links and pages, I found some great(!!!!) blogs! I am super thankful there are people out there willing to share their faith! So amazing! :) Xox

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  3. I thought I commented last night but apparently I didn't. haha! I love your blog and it has inspired me in so many ways to be a better Christian and wife. I'm so thankful that you pushed through every thought, challenge, and obstacle to open yourself up to writing a blog! I don't always enjoy writing and I felt (and still feel) very vulnerable telling my story to the "cyberworld" and explaining to people that God spoke to me about having a son and to name him Josiah, etc...I had planned on telling everyone after the fact but then I thought, "what kind of faith would that be to talk about it AFTERWARDS." That didn't make sense? Where was my act of faith? How could I truly describe my struggles while waiting after I was holding my baby? It make perfect sense to start now so that God could get FULL glory in the end. Your blog is going to do the same thing! I'm so thankful we have met (internet speaking. hehe) :)

    waitingforbabybird.com

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    1. Amen! Love it! When God speaks, we are totally considered crazy. Not just by those around us, but sometimes even by ourselves! To Him be all the praise, for our good and His Glory.

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  4. This is good! It's all about HIM!!! So thankful for you and your constant reminders that always point back to Him and His word!! Just as it was important Jesus walked with disciples, I know the same holds true for us!!! Thankful for you!

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    1. Yes! We certainly need to be desperate for him and his word. There is no other truth! So thakful for you too, sweet friend! :) XOX

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  5. I love the real ness of this post! All that we do should totally point back to Christ. I tried blogging 2 times before I got into it his third and final time. It never worked out before because the place I was in at that time would have added no value to the lives of others. God surely brought me to a season where my blogging was necessary for me and others. I always say my story his glory. I believe that the Holy Spirit is helping me to establish connections to other women in Jesus name. Your heart is so beautiful and I thank you for being transparent. Thank you for honoring God and doing what he's called you to do!!

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    1. Your blog is certainly being used! I am excited to watch what He does with you! So fun! I love that saying "My Story, His Glory!" That's so awesome! XOX

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  6. This is a great post Morgan! Reading posts like this just builds me up so much and gives me such confidence in my faith, path & jesus!! thank you!

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    1. You are totally on the right track, girl! God is just getting started with you! I love watching you grow! So exciting!! XOX

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  7. You are so not alone. I love your strong faith and that you're putting yourself out there. Hugs, friend.

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    1. Hugs to you! I am so excited about your recent journey!! EEK :) I am eagerly anticipating updates!! :) xox

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  8. Love this Morgan! You are so inspiring with both your faith and vulnerability. I love you sweet friend!

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