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We all have a responsibility to spread our Christian beliefs and faith; not just by the way we live but also by other means as best as possible. We cannot all be preachers, standing at street corners handing out leaflets, or knocking from door to door. But there is another way.
The Internet is a marvellous channel which can reach many people far and wide throughout the world.
The world is becoming more and more secular. Many people have turned their back on their Creator or do not know Him at all.
Here's what I have in mind.
What if we were to create a Blog dedicated solely to Christian articles? No humour, no food recipes, travels, gardening or such articles. Just Christian articles written by you. Yes you.
The articles could be about your experiences, when and how you met God in your life. Or about a passage from the Bible that speaks to you, or a hymn/song and its meaning to you, or anything that is Christian-based which would encourage and uplift someone who does not know God or has turned his back on Him.
How will it work?
I'll get someone to design the Blog for us. Suggested title: CHRISTIAN FOCUS. What do you think?
Contributors will send their articles by email to enquiries@holyvisions.co.uk (my office).
All that is needed is a short article every now and then; perhaps explaining a Bible text, or why a certain reading or story appeals to you or has helped you.
You Tube videos also acceptable, or book recommendations, or even articles that have already appeared on your Blog. You could also discuss various points regarding Christianity and beliefs and how this affects our lives.
We would need about a dozen people to commit to submitting articles. This is to ensure a variety of input and to avoid a few people monopolising the conversation.
The articles will then be published on the CHRISTIAN FOCUS blog, with your name and a link to your Blog if you wish.
You can visit any time to check what viewers are saying and respond very much as you do now on any Blogger blog.
Here's what would be involved. Please answer these questions honestly:
1 Do you think a Blog devoted purely to Christian articles is a good idea?
2 Would you commit to contributing about one article a month? (More is acceptable).
3 Would you be able to invite people you know (e.g. your pastor) to contribute articles every so often? Occasional articles from your friends/relatives etc ... would be welcome and contributors do not need to be members of Blogger. Articles would be sent via yourself by email.
4 Would you be able to promote the Blog and send links to people you know who would benefit from visiting it? This is essential if we are to spread the Word to a larger audience.
5 Would you promote/advertise the Blog on your own Blog every now and then? Also on other social media like FB, X, Instagram etc ...
Here's how we envisage the project to work.
1 I'll get someone to design the Blog and also receive contributions from all writers via email.
2 The articles will be published on the website with your name - and if you wish a link to your Blog will be added.
3 Photos/pictures can be submitted or if you wish I shall add these to fit in with your article subject.
Please let us have your views and suggestions either in the comments box below or by writing privately to my office at: enquiries@holyvisions.co.uk
Thank you and God bless.
What a splendid idea, Victor. I'm intrigued ... and anxious to read others' thoughts.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mevely. This is just an idea at the moment. Let us see what others think of it.
DeleteGod bless.
I think in theory it would be great. I have to be honest though - it depends on the amount of work involved and the commitment and how long it takes to read. Right now, I feel so overwhelmed with things to do. However, in January I hope things will be lighter.
ReplyDeleteMany thanx Sandie. If this were to happen it would be in the New Year.
DeleteWhat would be involved by you, (and other readers):
Send me by e-mail a short Christian article once a month
(say 10 a year) either written by you or a friend/relative - e.g. your pastor. This could include a YouTube video if you wish.
Promote the Christian Focus blog on your blog or other social media - FB, X, Instagram etc ...
Visit Christian Focus every now and then.
My team would do the rest - i.e. Blog design and maintenance, post articles on Blog, and so on.
God bless you.
This is an excellent idea Victor. I would definitely want to be involved...I'm guessing there is no issue with your denomination? My Church affiliation is with the Assemblies of God but mainly non-denominational.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your support, Shug.
DeleteMy thoughts is that this Blog (should it happen) would contain articles from all denominations as long as they are Christian in nature. We are all united in Christ and are responsible for promoting His Word.
Although I am Catholic, I do not represent this Church nor am I a priest, deacon or hold any positions in the Church.
I believe we should all work together in what unites us rather than debate differences. All articles from individuals, pastors, vicars, ministers, preachers etc ... would be welcome.
God bless you and your family, Shug.
...living your faith is by far the way to spread the good news.
ReplyDeleteOK
DeleteSounds like a good idea but I set aside Sunday posts for my thoughts on God. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you K. God bless.
DeleteThis is a bold undertaking, Victor, and I love it! Yes, I'm a bit overwhelmed with family and holidays the rest of the year, but if you aren't starting until January, I will be more than happy to contribute whatever and whenever I can. God bless you always, my friend!
ReplyDeleteThank you Martha. Bold? I don't know ... it's a thought that came to mind out of no where a few days ago that would not go away. "Bring as many people together in one Forum to talk about God!" So I thought I'd test the idea on my readers here.
DeleteIf each reader can contribute about 10 articles a year, (either self-written or from their family or friends) tnen we'd have enough to fill a Blog. It does not matter if the article has already appeared on your Blog. A good article deserves another airing. You could ask Danny to contribute an article or tow!
Let's see what other readers think. We might put something together in the New Year. Thanx for your support, Martha.
God bless.
Victor, it sounds like a good idea, but I have enough trouble juggling all my plates right now.
ReplyDeleteThanx Kathy. God bless.
DeleteI am interested! I'd like to submit articles.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sandi. We'll get in touch when we get started (God willing) in the New Year. Please send your e-mail address to me at enquiries@holyvisions.co.uk
DeleteGod bless you.
Sounds like a very nice idea. Life is hard right now for many, it might be helpful and uplifting for some in need. I am not well versed in scripture so wouldn't be able to commit to articles. Best of luck in your planning and organizing.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sandy. Perhaps you can help us by promoting the new Blog once it is up and running in the New Year on your own Blog and other social media like FB; and posting a link.
DeleteGod bless you.
Victor, I think this is a great idea and I support it. Count me in. I would love to submit an occasional article to a blog like this.
ReplyDeleteIn spite of the negativity we hear about social media, it is a strong influencer in today's culture so yes, Believers in Jesus Christ should take advantage of providing excellent, faith-based materials on the Internet.
Thank you, Barbara, for your positive response. I'll get someone to design the Blog for me and we'll get started in the New Year, God willing. I'll write to you when we're ready to receive articles. In the meantime, please write to me at enquiries@holyvisions.co.uk with an email address at which we can write to you.
DeleteGod bless always.
I applaud you for your idea and hope it gets off the ground.
ReplyDeleteHowever, although I would visit I probably wouldn't contribute other than leaving comments.
My main time, energy and input would still be to the low carb diabetic blog.
All the best Jan
Thank you, Jan; we look forwards to your many visits to the new Blog when it is up and running. God bless.
DeleteI do like the idea and wouldn't mind writing, if you approved what I write. I'm not an author or editor, so only you would be able to tell me if what I say is fit or not. I'll write to your email and certainly, even if anything I send doesn't quite work for what you have in mind, I'll still read and enjoy it. This will give me the impetus to work on my blog's sidebar and take out links which are old, and put this one in.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mimi. I'm sure that if you write from the heart it would be suitable to share with the readers of this new Blog. May God bless you always.
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