why?

So I suggested I'd start with why? and, in no particular order, here goes...

#1 I don't like speaking in public, due in part to having tendencies towards emotional incontinence, but largely because I have behind the scenes gifts like Administration

#2 I do, however, believe that I occasionally have things worth sharing (more of that in the what? to follow)

#3 Over time, I have found that whilst my default isn't always writing, it does help me boil down & crystalize my thoughts. It also allows me to challenge whether I'm really talking 'core convictions' (a la John Ortberg)

#4 Sometimes 140 characters just won't do. I'm a big fan of Twitter (@jpdshearman), but it has its limits!

#5 I love to think of people finding their God given greatness and a blog or any other small part I can play in that brings me and more importantly Him pleasure