“Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin.” (James 4:17, NKJV)

I have been negligent in my writing lately. I haven’t felt particularly creative. I have been extremely busy, and it seems that when I sit down to write, my mind isn’t brimming with new ideas. I was praying about this and the Lord brought to mind the day he called me to write.

This reminder came at a good time. I was doubting whether writing was truly a ministry that I should continue pursuing. It is getting harder to find the time to commit to it. Another difficulty is that I’m not quite sure of the impact since I never see or meet most of my audience. Feeling uncertain about the future of my ministry, I prayed. The Lord brought to my mind the words from James 4.

I know that I was called to speak, teach and write. The Lord has worked in and through me for many years using my giftedness. But still I question it at times. I get distracted from the goal, which is to do good solely because God told me to. And then, I end up in sin because I am not obeying.

I’m not writing today because something profound and amazing caught my imagination and I had to write about it. I am writing because I know it is good, and I am choosing to be obedient. I do not want to sin against God; therefore, I will do what I am called to do. The results, the impact, the responses are in God’s hand. I am just writing because it is right.

If this blog is only for an audience of One it matters! It matters because I am stepping out in obedience and serving God. That always matters. I am joining with God in his work. This work is then available for God to use in the way he sees fit. Whether it makes a large or small impact doesn’t matter. It is a gift for him, and he can use it as he will.

My prayer today, O Lord, is that you will be honored and glorified in my obedience. I know what is right. Give me strength to do it. Even when I’m not excited about the work I still want to walk in obedience. It may not be my best work, but my work is a gift for you. Use it as you see fit.