My Job As A Writer

Joni Vance

Blogging is difficult for me. Most of the time, I struggle for every word I write.

I have friends who enjoy blogging. And others who, while it isn’t their favorite kind of writing, have told me it flows easily.

Since it’s difficult for me, I have to remind myself why I blog. Actually, why I write or post anything.

I strive to encourage and enrich and help anyone who reads what I write or post.

I pray and work hard not to sound preachy or condemning or critical.

But I’m certain there are times I achieve what James Watkins sees as his job. Based on comments from readers and friends, some of my words comfort. And others remind folks of what they may need to work to improve.

I guess the quote that fits me best is:

As a writer, my job is to ask God for the words He wants me to write, and not grow weary in writing them.

And I must consistently thank God for those words.

I’m humbled that I’m His, and that He not only lets me serve Him by writing, but He helps me serve Him.

How do you view the job God has given you?

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Joni Vance is an award-winning author of fiction, essay, and poetry. She loves mystery, history, and how God reveals Himself every day.


May God reveal the mystery of His love in your life story.

8 thoughts on “My Job As A Writer”

  1. Jane H Green
    May 13, 2024 at 9:27 pm

    Your posts are always well thought out and I look forward to reading them each week. I’m glad God gives you the right words, and that you are able to fulfill His calling for you, because your posts make people think deeply instead of just on the surface:)

  2. D D Williams
    May 12, 2024 at 8:22 pm

    Joni
    You never fail to encourage us. Keep up the good work.

    • Post Author Joni Vance
      May 18, 2024 at 4:48 pm

      Thanks, Debbie, for your encouragement and support. Your blogs are informative and encouraging as well.

  3. Tim Richards
    May 12, 2024 at 11:32 am

    Thank you for the thoughtful post, Joni. You do a great job and I always appreciate your words. And I agree we should write what He gives us.

    • Post Author Joni Vance
      May 12, 2024 at 5:51 pm

      Thanks, Tim. I enjoy reading your blogs, and appreciate the work you put into them.

  4. Barbara Latta
    May 12, 2024 at 6:40 am

    Thanks for what you do as a writer, Joni. Your words do encourage.

    • Post Author Joni Vance
      May 12, 2024 at 5:50 pm

      Thank you, Barbara. I’m glad my blogs are helpful. Your blogs are great as well.

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