I have been thinking.
Last week I mentioned that I have the opportunity to speak to a group of pastors and church leaders at a social media workshop today. I asked for your help in defining the impact this ministry of Clay In The Hands has had in the lives of the readers. I have to tell you, as I have read all the emails and comments, I have been overwhelmed and humbled by how God is using my feeble attempts to communicate life in the Way – this journey that we share.
As I have continued to think about the presentation for the workshop and more importantly, why this ministry has become a part of my daily life – one thing stands out regarding impact. Connection.
The fundamental reason that I take up room in cyberspace is to create a platform by which to connect with people. Through the comments I received last week, it would appear that connections are being made.
God has taught me some things along the way:
1) Some days, it just doesn’t happen! There are times that, regardless of how hard I try, the words just don’t come. That’s OK.
2) Regardless of what I think of the post, God can use it in ways I never considered.
3) People are looking for transparency with integrity – we all need to know we are not alone on this journey.
4) People are gracious!
In many ways, Clay In The Hands is my own personal spiritual journal. It is a place I can work through things and share some thoughts for the trip. It is also a place to connect with others who are on the same path – some a little further down the road and some just getting started. We are all in this together as believers. We need each other!
Thanks for reading!
Be blessed today.
Good job today at the Social Media and Ministry Conference. I was really interested in your topic as we are about to launch a website based on WordPress! It was good meeting you,
Gil Rennels
Muleshoe, Texas