tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post419451490096402697..comments2024-01-12T00:48:48.031-06:00Comments on Go Teen Writers: What inspires you to get out of bed each day?Stephanie Morrillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13128389560727867719noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-83464551219438753832017-07-28T10:00:57.053-05:002017-07-28T10:00:57.053-05:00Thanks for understanding. :)
Ephesians 2:8-10— Fo...Thanks for understanding. :) <br />Ephesians 2:8-10— For it is by grace that you have been saved, through faith--and this is not from ourselves, it is the gift of God--not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God's handiwork , created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.<br /><br />Anyway, I can't push you to do anything or make the decision to have Jesus as your savior. That wouldn't be right. But, I do want you to know that I care about you, but even more, Jesus cares for you. He wants you, but you have to want him. The only reason I keep pursuing you is because, I want you to feel the same joy that I feel and to know how real Jesus really is. <br />Maybe you could do this for me: I challenge you to listen to only Christian music for a month and tell how you feel after that. (There are some really cool songs, so you wouldn't have trouble finding anything.)<br />Jesus loves you so much, that's why he died. He couldn't stand to see you having to pay the penalty of sin. <br /> (Romans 5:8—God demonstrates his love to us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us)LHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-88377053328981566502017-07-28T07:59:45.515-05:002017-07-28T07:59:45.515-05:00No problem. Patience is hard, especially when you ...No problem. Patience is hard, especially when you want to reach the outcome. This is something I've been constantly reminded of lately. It is so hard and annoying at times, but God has a plan. <br />He's watching over you and cares for you.<br />God bless you!<br /><3<br /><br />iviewrites.blogspot.comIvie Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07078528126219230207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-72590333471645435712017-07-28T06:59:38.860-05:002017-07-28T06:59:38.860-05:00@ LHE, I'm not offended at all. I don't ag...@ LHE, I'm not offended at all. I don't agree with all that you say, but I do appreciate your kindness and caring. For instance, I don't believe that I need Jesus' blood to cover my sins. I believe that God (who is not a father or a son, but simply God) is the Most Merciful, and therefore as long as I sincerely try to please Him, and sincerely repent when I fall short of pleasing Him, He will forgive me. But as I said, I appreciate your love, and I admire your boldness and your readiness to share the love that you have found. Thank you for all that.<br /><br />@ Ivie: "One thing I hold onto is knowing it will be worth the wait."<br /><br />It will be worth the wait . . . yes, I think that was what I needed to hear. Thank you for reminding me, dear friend.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12331254068588265995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-79335413886253253662017-07-27T16:33:20.071-05:002017-07-27T16:33:20.071-05:00It's looking great! The colors are coming out ...It's looking great! The colors are coming out perfectly. I think we'll do some of the other walls tomorrow. <br />Really? I always dread it. I dunno. Worrying about remembering formulas and how to do certain things kills me. lol Well, hey. That's a great mindset to have. <br /><br />My mom and grandpa were actually doing the painting. We have textured walls, so it can get tricky. Plus, I have no experience whatsoever. lol <br />It's so satisfying watching the paint being brushed onto the bumpy walls. :DLHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-15435484800541210682017-07-27T15:22:23.324-05:002017-07-27T15:22:23.324-05:00*seems. Not sees.*seems. Not sees.Ivie Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07078528126219230207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-24712218716001334462017-07-27T14:28:27.660-05:002017-07-27T14:28:27.660-05:00Oh awesome! I am a fellow Christian too, so that i...Oh awesome! I am a fellow Christian too, so that is encouraging to hear! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-10696417804705619842017-07-27T14:21:53.782-05:002017-07-27T14:21:53.782-05:00Mostly either my alarm, school, or xc practice. Le...Mostly either my alarm, school, or xc practice. Left to my own devices, I'll get up anywhere between 8 and 10; if I have an event that requires an early bird state of mind, between 5-6. My alarm clock plays a good christian radio station when it goes off, so that's kinda nice. Whether I hit snooze and go back to sleep or not is a daily struggle. There will be the odd day when I get up at 1 (PM!) and then wish I'd done something with my life, but those days are few and far between. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-13019463319520395262017-07-27T14:21:38.361-05:002017-07-27T14:21:38.361-05:00Sounds awesome. The painting part, not the going b...Sounds awesome. The painting part, not the going back to school part. (Though I always looked forward to back to school. I'm a nerd.) *pushes glasses back up on my nose*<br /><br />Have fun with the painting. :DIvie Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07078528126219230207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-43991152978473170252017-07-27T14:20:33.104-05:002017-07-27T14:20:33.104-05:00Yes they are, but that's not usually the prima...Yes they are, but that's not usually the primary focus of the blog. Its a lot about teen and young writers. Welcome, though. They have a lot of great information that has definitely helped me. They've taught me a lot and the people in the comments are always so sweet and uplifting. <br /><br /><3 Have a bless day. <3Ivie Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07078528126219230207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-30125297943966618252017-07-27T14:19:07.213-05:002017-07-27T14:19:07.213-05:00@Hanan Adi: You're very sweet. Ivie Brooks is ...@Hanan Adi: You're very sweet. Ivie Brooks is my pen name. My mom helped me with it. <br />As for what LHE said, she sees to have a gift of God speaking through her. When we're passionate, we may come off very strong, but we mean well. (We in general terms of people who are passionate about something.)<br /><br />Your book sounds amazing. I've been writing mine for three years as well, the third year coming up in August. These books become a part of us, an outlet to life when we're tired of what's going on around us.<br /><br />I'm glad God is helping you though this time. Patience is hard. I have such a hard time with patience, especially at this point in my life, but one thing I hold onto is knowing it will be worth the wait. <br /><br />God bless you! <3Ivie Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07078528126219230207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-34279316178058148292017-07-27T14:16:27.786-05:002017-07-27T14:16:27.786-05:00Are the blog writers Christians? (sorry, I'm n...Are the blog writers Christians? (sorry, I'm new, so I may have missed this information)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-38969875572893410182017-07-27T12:34:12.298-05:002017-07-27T12:34:12.298-05:00I don't want to act like Im shoving God down y...I don't want to act like Im shoving God down your throat, but I just care so much for you. I know how you feel because I went through it, but there IS a way out. God is the only way out. I think you already know that, though. :)LHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-91650739337357028462017-07-27T12:24:43.805-05:002017-07-27T12:24:43.805-05:00Thank you! I'm excited to see how it turns out...Thank you! I'm excited to see how it turns out. I have vision for it, but it's nice to see what you've created. lol We're actually still working on it, but I just checked to see how it's going, and i love it so far! <br />The thing is, Jesus is the only way to eternal life. He's the way the truth, and the life, no one comes to the father but by him. (John 14:6) I mean, you're either for him or against him. You can't just believe that he's a prophet (I hope I don't sound pushy or anything). Believing that Jesus is a prophet of God won't give you eternal life or cover your sins with the blood of Jesus. <br />I just want you to know that Jesus loves you so much and that he wants you. He prays that you come to him and give him your heart. I know he's true, because he talks to me. He's told me his story and his love for me and for you. He just told me that his love for you is exceedingly great. He loves you. Your laugh makes him smile. :D (Please don;t think that's creepy. he knows you, but you don't know him.)<br />Let him hold you. He'll make you feel whole. I promise. <3 His love never fails.<br />LHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-9572155586217394622017-07-27T12:09:16.077-05:002017-07-27T12:09:16.077-05:00Oh, and congratulations on getting your room paint...Oh, and congratulations on getting your room painted. It's very colourful!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12331254068588265995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-77367891318572151732017-07-27T12:06:51.252-05:002017-07-27T12:06:51.252-05:00Aww, thanks, LHE. I don't believe that Jesus i...Aww, thanks, LHE. I don't believe that Jesus is God, but I do believe he is a prophet of God, and I love him dearly and find his life inspiring.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12331254068588265995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-9229127754272020272017-07-27T11:52:05.030-05:002017-07-27T11:52:05.030-05:00Yes, we do. I guess my way's a little creepier...Yes, we do. I guess my way's a little creepier than others, but I mean, it's hard not to move in some way or another when you praise God. Esp when you hear hillsong worship (Elohim). The ending of that song is amazing. You can't help but jump—or pace...in my case. lolLHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-52161929160290260682017-07-27T11:41:02.854-05:002017-07-27T11:41:02.854-05:00I would put my whole name, but...crazy stalkers. L...I would put my whole name, but...crazy stalkers. Lol<br />I am praying as well for you, friend. Just keep pushing forward. Sometimes it's the hardest to be patient. It feels like you're waiting and nothing's happening, but things are happening. We just don't see them. :)<br />You're welcome, and thank you for that. I guess what Im trying to ask is: "Do you have Jesus in your heart? Is he your Lord and savior?" The only way to truly be his is to accept him into your heart and make him your Lord and savior. I don't want to sound pushy or rude. I really don't. <br />I'm praying for you Hanan! <3LHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-20014258589926228802017-07-27T11:32:18.489-05:002017-07-27T11:32:18.489-05:00@ LHE (I'm sorry I don't know your real na...@ LHE (I'm sorry I don't know your real name), I understand what you are trying to say. I am not a Christian but I do believe in God and I am praying every day to Him to help me bear this burden. He has helped me with many burdens in the past and I believe He will continue to do so, if only I am patient. It's just the being-patient stage that I'm stuck in right now, and it's wearing me out. Thank you anyhow for your loving words and God bless you too. *hugs back*<br /><br />@ Ivie (your name is really sweet, by the way), my novel *The Justice War* is a medieval epic fantasy story set in the feudal land of Asgarn on the brink of a serf rebellion. But I'll stop there so as not to put you to sleep. It's an enormous work that I have been working on for three whole years and I love it like my dearest friend. <br /><br />It has occurred to me that my previous comment was better-written than most of what I have been writing these days. You must be good inspiration, then, Ivie!<br /><br />Thanks so much again to you both for your sympathy and sweetness. May God make clear your paths. <3 <3 <3Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12331254068588265995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-52082936947946314872017-07-27T11:07:41.787-05:002017-07-27T11:07:41.787-05:00@LHE, Lol. Hey, we all worship in different ways. ...@LHE, Lol. Hey, we all worship in different ways. :DIvie Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07078528126219230207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-9148551054350892672017-07-27T10:53:00.940-05:002017-07-27T10:53:00.940-05:00What the....five A.M.??? Girl, you're devoted....What the....five A.M.??? Girl, you're devoted. I mean, I wake up fairly early, but I mean, that's...crazy.<br />Night walking and driving's so inspiring to me. I don't even know why..it just is. lol<br /><br /> I do pace around the room and listen to my music (that still counts as exercise!!! lol). I have a little worship time in the mornings. My sister sees me walking around, and whispering the songs, and later says that it's creepy. I see why....*cough, cough*<br />Eh. I know what Im doing. <br />God Bless!LHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-78424616640095002572017-07-27T10:38:20.993-05:002017-07-27T10:38:20.993-05:00Yup. I guess no one cares about a long break after...Yup. I guess no one cares about a long break after MONTHS of toil. (drama) Some of the new schools are starting early to get a head start, i guess. I know my little cousin's already started. Poor, poor child. *sighs deeply* I think some go back to school around August 26. I may be wrong, though. <br /><br />I feel like summer's flying by and my writing's just not...going anywhere. *wail* I did get up early today because we finally started to actually paint. (couldn't decide on the colors. lol)<br /><br />Thanks! It's going pretty well so far. We decided to go with Midnight Fog (dark bluish, a kind of gray. I think it's pretty), Lake Breeze (a mint color, but a bit darker), and then Salmon Bisque (salmon pink). Two walls will be Midnight Fog, the other two will be Lake Breeze, and the trim will be salmon Bisque. Though, we have a two layer door, so we'll have a couple different colors there. This is going to work out really well! :) Thanks for asking, Ivie. <3<br />God Bless! *hugs*LHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-88303434149071861252017-07-27T10:27:55.311-05:002017-07-27T10:27:55.311-05:00I'm sorry you're feeling this way. I don&#...I'm sorry you're feeling this way. I don't know if you're a Christian, but Jesus turned my life around. I had this depression and sad, helpless feeling for so long. I wanted to die, but I figured out that Jesus wasn't the one leaving me, I was leaving him. His love is the kind of love you never want to leave. He is my joy and my inspiration, and I believe if you let him, he can be yours too. He loves you, Hanan Adi. <br />I was in the same exact place you re in right now. I was looking everywhere else, but in God's direction. I was looking for earthly things to help me have joy and feel whole, but that never helped. I may have been happy for a little while, but never joyful. My joy comes in Christ and Christ alone. <br />I'm sorry you feel empty and i know what that feels like. God's the one thing that will help you. The Love that will never let you go. You'll find the oasis, and when you drink from it, you'll never thirst again. <br />God Bless! *hugs*<br />LHEnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-65082540964146474122017-07-27T09:59:45.111-05:002017-07-27T09:59:45.111-05:00I completely understand. I get that way sometimes....I completely understand. I get that way sometimes. It can be hard to balance an idea when it feels like it isn't going the way you want it to. <br /><br />I'm not sure if it was intentional or not, but your words here are poetic, the type of prose I struggle to write. Something like this is a gift. <br /><br />I am often unsatisfied with my own work and it can be rough. If you don't mind me asking, what's your novel about?<br /><br />I know exactly how you feel. The lost feelings will go away with time. It can be a tough season of life. Joy is around the corner for you. Just know that no matter what you're going through, with God's strength, you can overcome it. <br /><3 <3Ivie Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07078528126219230207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-76838089533331110992017-07-27T07:47:26.717-05:002017-07-27T07:47:26.717-05:00Ivie, you’re so sweet. My problem isn’t overworkin...Ivie, you’re so sweet. My problem isn’t overworking myself, though. I noticed several weeks ago that I was in need of some inspiration for my (enormous) novel, so I decided to take a novel hiatus and just do “lax” writing in the meantime.<br /><br />Weeks have dragged on without so much as a sniff of inspiration. Taking walks, going to the park, reading new books, watching documentaries—all the activities that usually ignite my imagination—simply refuse to yield anything worthwhile. I feel like I’ve finally dredged up every last seed of inspiration there is to be found in this barren, lonely little town.<br /><br />To make matters worse, I am not satisfied with the quality of my “lax writing.” Everything I write seems stiff as if it were forced (although it isn’t), and as drained of wit as something I have read two hundred—no, three hundred times before.<br /><br />I’ve had dry periods in the past, but none of them were ever near as severe as this. This is a veritable drought. I drag myself on across the desolate sands of the day, yet there is no oasis in sight. The dunes under which my sun crawls to sleep look just the same as those lifeless ones over which it has risen.<br /><br />I feel sad and lost and I don’t have the heart for anything anymore.<br /><br />Thank you so much for your sympathy, Ivie. Be assured that you are also loved. God bless you thousandfold, and may He help you write.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12331254068588265995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4024721400572472213.post-90994392216629759032017-07-27T06:17:20.216-05:002017-07-27T06:17:20.216-05:00I'm sorry you feel that way. Maybe taking a br...I'm sorry you feel that way. Maybe taking a break from writing will help. I've had to do that before and it really helped with my inspiration. Often times, we put too much pressure on ourselves to get done when we need to slow down and enjoy the process.<br /><br />Just remember you have a purpose here and you're loved. <br /><br />God bless you! <3 <3Ivie Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07078528126219230207noreply@blogger.com