Catalyst Track: Build a Platform // Day Three
Margaret Feinberg
This week’s track comes from an article written by Margaret Feinberg.
I’m passionate about raising a generation of writers who transform people’s lives with their words. Through the Write Brilliant Academy, I have the privilege of helping men and women who know they’ve been entrusted with a message to step out and fulfill the calling on their lives.
But sooner or later, they all raise the question of how to build a platform without feeling sleazy or self-promotiony.
They know that to move forward in publishing, they’ll need to answer questions about the size of the platform. That means the number of Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram followers. The size of their blog traffic and email lists.
How do you build a platform without selling your soul? How do you navigate the online landscape as a follower of Christ?
In this 4-day track, Margaret shares simple and practical truths to help you protect your soul while navigating what can feel like a brutal world when it comes to getting your content out there.
Whether you’re looking to publish your first book, break into the blogosphere, or give your organization more visibility, these truths are applicable and necessary for you! Complete the challenges at the end of each day and start making an impact!
Day 3 – Keep Some Secrets to Yourself
I’m always haunted by the image of the temple prostitute. She gave away everything and transformed the sacred into the profane. I’ve watched people who publish every thought, tweet every emotion, Instagram every moment, Facebook every minute, and I can’t help but wonder, What’s left?
This is a personal conviction for me, so please hear my heart.
I’ve written many books and Bible studies and shared intimate details of my life, my marriage, my failures, my relationships with you. Each was written with a desire to draw you closer to Christ and the life you’re meant to live.
But there’s so much I haven’t told you. Oh, the treasures of Scripture. The tender words Jesus whispers in my heart. The aha! moments that transform me forever.
I hold many of these back. Why?
These are my greatest treasures and I savor them. Some of the discoveries, particularly in my relationship with Jesus, well, they’re just between me and Him. I love you, but I treasure Him more.
So don’t live a life where you feel like you need to publish every thought or whim or insight or aha!. Learn to keep your secret treasures to yourself.
REFLECT:
Think about what discoveries about God and life you’ve made recently. How have those strengthened you this week?
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