“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” — Proverbs 16:3 (NIV)
For the past month, I have been on a new journey—a sabbatical journey that has not only changed my pace but has deeply reshaped my heart. One of the most precious things the Lord has given me in this season is the time and space to write.
I’ve seen many blogging tips and strategies online. Most of them are helpful and insightful, encouraging writers to consider specific topics their audience wants to read. But if I’m honest, that approach doesn’t fully resonate with me. Since I started this blog, my heart has been to ask the Lord everyday what He wants me to write, and to simply follow His lead.
And so today, I want to share my writing process with you—how I blog during this sabbatical season, how I spend my mornings, and how this entire process has become not just a creative outlet but a form of worship and ministry.
1. Writing With God at the Center
Since day one of this blog, I have made a commitment: I will write what God impresses on my heart. Each morning, before I put words on the page, I ask Him to guide me. Whether I feel full of inspiration or not, I write with the intention that every post would glorify Him and reflect His faithfulness.
Even when I was still working during my final month before this sabbatical, I made it a point to write daily. Not to gain followers or go viral, but to honor the Lord with my consistency and obedience. Over time, my writing deepened. I began to open my heart more fully, and share not only the outcomes of my faith journey but the in-process moments too.
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” — Colossians 3:23
As more people started visiting my blog, I began to feel the temptation to write for the audience.
But the Lord gently reminded me: This is His space. This is His story through my life. My priority must remain in glorifying Him, not in chasing results.
2. My Morning Routine (and Why It Matters to My Writing)
I’ve always been a morning person. Even back in college, I preferred waking up early to study rather than pulling all-nighters. I love the quietness of the morning—before the world gets loud, before the streets fill up.
My routine has shifted throughout the seasons, depending on where I live, my workload, and my circumstances. But one thing has remained: I guard my mornings because they are sacred.
Here’s what my current routine looks like:
- Wake Up and Make My Bed
- A simple task that gives me a sense of order and accomplishment right away.
- Feed My Dog
- My dog has become part of my rhythm. He helps me stay consistent and present.
- Go for a Morning Walk
- I step outside with no phone (or keep it on airplane mode) and just enjoy the sun, the breeze, and the quietness of the streets. Sometimes I pray. Sometimes I just breathe. Often, I see the same people walking—a quiet little morning community.
- Breakfast
- It’s simple: cereal or oats, and coffee if I have it. During this sabbatical, I’ve learned to let go of comforts I used to cling to. I now appreciate the simplicity.
- Quiet Time and Devotion
- I don’t rush into devotion right after waking up. I give myself time to wake, reflect, and settle in. Then I open my Bible, journal my prayers, and write down verses that speak to me. This part of my morning is slow and sacred—and it naturally flows into writing for the blog.
“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.” — Mark 1:35
3. How I Blog (A Flow Rooted in Devotion)
By the time I begin writing around 9:30 or 10 AM, I’ve already had a full morning with the Lord. I don’t just open my laptop and start typing randomly. Here’s what my blogging process looks like:
- I start by journaling my thoughts and prayers on my tablet.
- I write down Scripture that I feel led to reflect on.
- I allow the writing to flow from what God is showing me in that moment.
Some days, I write for over an hour. Other days, I simply edit or refine what I wrote earlier. But every post starts from a place of worship and surrender.
4. Staying Anchored in the Purpose
As my audience grows, it’s easy to get caught up in numbers, likes, or feedback. But the Lord keeps reminding me: this blog is a ministry. It is not just a place to process my thoughts, but a platform to share Jesus.
If you’re a writer or someone who desires to blog with God, here are my few encouragements for you:
- Stay rooted in the Word before you write a word.
- Don’t let strategy replace surrender.
- Write from overflow, not pressure.
- Trust that even if no one sees it, God does.
“Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” — Matthew 6:33
Reflection Questions:
- What does your morning routine look like right now? Is there space for stillness?
- How might God be inviting you to create or write as a form of worship?
- Are there parts of your life (or goals) that He may be calling you to surrender?
A Final Word of Encouragement
Whether you’re a blogger, a journaler, or simply someone seeking God in your everyday life—you don’t need to wait for a perfect schedule or platform. Start where you are. Invite God in. Let Him speak. And when He does, be faithful to write.
Let this be your reminder today: You don’t have to chase impact. You just need to stay faithful.
“Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!” — Luke 1:45
Let’s walk this journey together—slowly, prayerfully, and faithfully.
Faithfully,
Yani 💛
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- Why I Took a Sabbatical at the Peak of My Career (And 4 Things to Consider Before You Do Too)
- One Faithful Day at a Time: Building a Routine Anchored in Christ
- Why Your Life Is Never a Waste: The Power of Testimony, Ministry, and Generosity
- Writing to Serve: 3 Anchors That Keep My Blog Rooted in Christ
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