Christian "Life Writing" Tips and Techniques-
My heart is overflowing with a good theme; I recite my composition concerning the King; my tongue is the pen of a ready writer. (Psalm 45)
What is " Christian Life Writing "?
Christian life writing involves recording your precious memories and experiences in Christ. As you walk with the Lord Jesus life writing allows you to capture every divine and pivotal moment. Your stories of deliverance, recovery, restoration and renewal can be used as a tool for evangelism and strengthening the body of Christ. This type of writing also includes penning your own memories and possibly those of other Christians.
Categories of christian life writing vary. Some examples are autobiography, memoir, biography, journal keeping, testimonies, letters and digital forms such as blogs and emails. There are no specified limitations in Christian life writing. You are free to use any form of writing to record your life in Christ. A biblical example of the flexibility of life writing is found in the Psalms of David. King David's poetry in song flowed from a pure heart, they are beautiful in content and sanctified with reverent affection for God and Christ. King David used poetry and song to record his praise life.
Christian life writing is often linked to genealogy. When recording your own life in Christ you may become curious about how the people you know have influenced you over time. If they have yet to record their own memoirs, testimonies, or other writings you may be inspired to do so for them.
The Bible is the divine word of God but it contains writing styles that are important to note. The Holy Spirit worked through the prophets to record the memories and testimonies of our the people of God. We also are the people of God so it is fitting that we are inspired to practice Christian life writing.
Below are some writing styles evident in scripture...
- Poetry: Psalms, Song of Solomon, Lamentations
- Letters: Romans, Corinthians, Hebrews, Jude
- Short Story: Ruth, Parables of Jesus
- Testimony: Acts 26
- Songs: Song of Moses (Ex 15 ), Song of Mary ( Lk 1)
- Narrative: Genesis, Numbers, Esther
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