How can we apply the command to "write" in our spiritual disciplines? The Call to Write “Then the LORD answered me: ‘Write down this vision and clearly inscribe it on tablets, so that a herald may run with it.’” – Habakkuk 2:2 Why God Commands Writing • Preservation – Written truth outlives fading memories (Exodus 17:14). • Clarity – Ink forces precision; sloppy thinking tightens when penned (Luke 1:3-4). • Mobilization – A “herald may run with it”; writing equips others to act (Revelation 1:19). • Accountability – A record stands as a witness (Jeremiah 30:2; Deuteronomy 31:24-26). • Worship – Recording God’s works magnifies Him and feeds future praise (Psalm 102:18). Writing as a Personal Spiritual Discipline • Scripture Copying – Hand-write verses to slow down and absorb every word (Deuteronomy 17:18-19). • Meditation Journals – After reading, summarize the passage, list attributes of God, and note personal application. • Prayer Logs – Date your prayers and leave space to record answers; watch faith grow when you reread. • Gratitude Lists – Daily list blessings; writing drives thanksgiving deeper than silent reflection (Psalm 103:2). • Sermon & Study Notes – Capture key points during teaching; review through the week so the seed is not snatched away (Mark 4:15). Putting It into Practice 1. Choose a durable notebook or digital document dedicated to your walk with God. 2. Set a consistent time—morning, lunch break, or evening—when you will write. 3. Begin with the day’s Scripture portion; copy a key verse word-for-word. 4. Answer three prompts: • What does this passage reveal about God? • Where do I need to obey or repent? • Whom can I encourage with what I’ve learned? 5. Conclude by writing a brief prayer or praise statement. 6. Revisit entries monthly; highlight answered prayers and fulfilled insights. Writing That Serves Others • Letters of encouragement grounded in Scripture (Acts 15:23, 31). • Social media posts that share God’s Word accurately and graciously. • Family legacy journals—record testimonies for children and grandchildren (Deuteronomy 6:9). • Small-group summaries to keep absent members connected. Encouragement to Keep the Pen Moving The God who spoke the universe into existence directed His prophets and apostles to “write.” Each stroke of your pen echoes that command, turns fleeting thoughts into lasting testimony, and positions you—and those who read your words—to “run with it.” Keep writing; it is holy work. |
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