Usually the first post is where the lame blogger talks about their hopes and dreams for the blog. But we all know their grandiose (points for using large words in net land) plans turn into naught when they forget their "i-am-super-cool-and-creative-for-inventing-this super-cool-and-creative-blogname.whatever.com". Who am I to disappoint?
Ultimately, this exists because I am a Christian who feels like he needs to engage more with God's Word than just "Read that, tick that off". Hopefully a blog is a good way to do that, and also to see other people think it through too (God willing). I would love for these to lead to action so that myself and others can more effectively live revolutionary (buzz word = more points) lives for God's kingdom.
The other main influence is Isaiah 30. I heard a really cool call to Christian living by a guy called Jon Acuff. He quoted Isaiah 30:15 in it, and so I read the whole chapter. I will try and save explaining it for the next blog, but the basic gist is we're running away from God. Salvation is as easy as turning back to him and resting in him, but will have none of it. His love STILL pursues. There is coming a time when he will heal us, and we will be able to see where we're supposed to go.
"This is the way, walk in it" is the blogs tag line from verse 21. I believe that the Healer has come, and I believe him when he says he is the Way. If Jesus is the Way, then I will walk it with God's help. It is my prayer this blog will help me, and others to do this.
So there you have it. You've heard my glorious plan, now you'll not likely hear from me again. But if you do, I hope you're encouraged to think a fresh about Christianity (not really new things, just in a new way... God does not change, neither does his Spirit which he gives his people).
Your lame blogger in Christ,
Wilmo (hence wilmotion - a pun about my nickname and moving forward. Witty. More points in blog world!)
"This is the way, walk in it."
