Thank You for 5 Years and a Future Possibility
Missiologically Thinking turns five years old this month. I remember where I was sitting when the first post went live and my first tweet was sent announcing it.I was a podcaster before I was a blogger. From 2006-2010, I did a podcast at my resource site NorthAmericanMissions.org. This site is no longer public.I considered blogging in 2006 but thought that (and especially Twitter) was only for the narcissistic person who wanted to share what he was eating for dinner, the color of his socks, or how hot his wife was at the moment. Blogging was not for me, but I had a vision for podcasting which lasted 4 years.Gradually, my thoughts changed. I started blogging and using Twitter at the same time in 2010, feeling limited at what my resource site could offer. Eventually, both my resource site and podcast became consumed by Missiologically Thinking.I am very thankful for you and for everyone who comes to (or subscribes to) this blog. I consider those who read my blog like honored guests who come to my house. I am truly blessed with each visit. You could have been somewhere else, doing something else. However, you took time out of your busy schedule to give me a few minutes of your time today--time more valuable than gold. I consider this to be something wonderful and say thank you for your blessing.Thank you for sharing this site with those in your circles of influence. Your endorsement of my work is of much value to me. When you give this site away to others, you are also extending to me an incredible gift as well. You are allowing me into your inner circle with your recommendation.I love blogging. Lord willing, I plan to continue posting frequently here at jdpayne.org and giving away as much as I can. Stay tuned.Now, I want to share something else with you. The notion of returning to the mic and podcasting has been on my mind. This is a matter that I've committed to prayer.Part of being a wise Kingdom steward involves making right decisions regarding the use of time and energy. I do not believe in doing something just to do it. If that something wisely meets a need in the Kingdom, then I want to consider it. If my podcasting (and blogging) efforts will be used by others for their leadership development and gospel advancement, then I want to consider spending some energy in this area. If others out there are doing as good of a job, or better, then there is no reason for me to turn on the mic.As of now, I think there might be a need for what I have in mind.Please pray for me. Share your comments below or shoot me a message with your thoughts about me returning to the podcasting realm to talk about mission, innovation, and leadership. My personal email address is jpayne@brookhills.org or find me on Twitter @jd_payne . There's also Facebook (I'm a terrible FB friend.). I look forward to hearing from you!