Do you have goals or resolutions for 2020?

You would benefit from content marketing and SEO assistance. You may be able to trade your writing expertise with someone knowledgeable in those areas.

Some people have no interest in the business side of writing. There are writers who specialize in those subjects. I pointed you to several earlier.

~Bella

LaBèlla said:

You would benefit from content marketing and SEO assistance. You may be able to trade your writing expertise with someone knowledgeable in those areas.

Some people have no interest in the business side of writing. There are writers who specialize in those subjects. I pointed you to several earlier.

~Bella

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Could I possibly message you the link to my Patreon? I'm thinking it might be iffy to post links to stuff that would constitute advertising directly in the forum

muichimotsu said:

Could I possibly message you the link to my Patreon? I'm thinking it might be iffy to post links to stuff that would constitute advertising directly in the forum

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Yes, that’s fine.

~Bella

The 2020's are going to be legendary. Seeing my growth from 2010 to now, is reason to be excited for what I can do with the next decade. No two years in the 2010's were the same - because the focus was ALWAYS on growth, so I only plan on accelerating the flow of evolution in the 20's.

It's time to be fearless now guys, because I get the sense that the next decade is going to move fast, not just from a sociocultural perspective, but also from a technological one. Expect the internet to make way for the thing that'll replace it by the late 20's.

If we're ever going to put Christianity on the map, it's now. Every other spiritual practise like numerology has been made to look cool and more appealing than it should be, so I reckon it's time Jesus had His time in the limelight again. Absolutely NO offence to any other religion, it's just been too long since Christianity looked 'cool' - I plan to help push that movement. And NOT in a forceful way either.

ReesePiece23 said:

If we're ever going to put Christianity on the map, it's now.

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I think smaller gatherings will be commonplace. Especially amongst those who left the church but not the faith. I don’t see a return of one-wayism or the backlashes we’ve witnessed for different approaches.

~Bella

Live better than I did in 2019.

1. Travel more
2. Exceed 1 million in finances
3. Hit the gym more often

ReesePiece23 said:

If we're ever going to put Christianity on the map, it's now. ....it's just been too long since Christianity looked 'cool' - I plan to help push that movement.

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True Christianity is and will always be against the grain of popular culture. And every time people attempt to do so otherwise, it gets polluted. Jesus made this clear in scripture. I'm with you on turning the world upside down again for the sake of Christ and the gospel, however. But I just know that God and His people will always face opposition from this world's system. If it was any way else, it wouldn't be a genuine message.

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True Christianity is and will always be against the grain of popular culture. And every time people attempt to do so otherwise, it gets polluted. Jesus made this clear in scripture. I'm with you on turning the world upside down again for the sake of Christ and the gospel, however. But I just know that God and His people will always face opposition from this world's system. If it was any way else, it wouldn't be a genuine message.

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I hear what you're saying, but I think there's a way of doing it without having to compromise. We just need to be revolutionary.

Inverted snobbery never helped anyone - we don't want this Christianity kick to become like a a group of coffee connoisseurs "oh, Starbucks? Sheesh! Look at how uncultured they all are drinking their gingerbread latte. Not a higgitibitogous bean in sight..."

LaBèlla said:

Yes, that’s fine.

~Bella

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Tried to start a conversation, apparently you have to grant me permission to initiate

muichimotsu said:

Tried to start a conversation, apparently you have to grant me permission to initiate

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Done.

~Bella

I’ve been waiting for my business and spiritual focuses to manifest. When the idea of volunteering crossed my thoughts I knew I was heading in that direction.

I planned to start Toastmasters next month now that my schedule has settled. I’m considering two groups. I stumbled on an article earlier which helped me decide. The author shared how she achieved the DTM (distinguished toastmaster) in two years. It usually takes longer. Her process mirrored the steps someone shared with me two years ago. I guess its time.

I’ve contemplated learning to knit and my sewing community gave me lots of help. But they’re enablers too! By the time they finished sharing I was ogling spinning wheels (a long time fascination), learned about sheep shares (who knew!), the joys of knitting machines, and sustainably produced yarn sold by farmers. All my money will go to fabric and fiber!

Spiritually speaking, I see myself gravitating towards a small gathering of close friends. Our fellowship includes worship, sharing, and a godly support network. I’d love to pair this with Sunday suppers if possible. I wouldn’t call it a house church or cell. Just a gathering of friends and acquaintances who hunger for the Lord or need to know Him.

By the time things came together in my mind, I had my word of the year and understood the theme. I’ve come full circle. God never forgets the desires of our hearts. Everything has its season. We frequently worry when something will come to pass. But the timing isn’t by chance. He’s woven it in the tapestry of our experiences.

Nothing is random. Not our hopes and dreams. Nor the passions and interests we’ve developed. Everything has its place. We don’t see it initially. But after awhile the image takes shape. And everything makes sense.

~Bella