Have Fun Writing

We’ve talked a lot about writing, from starting to structure, but a few days in, I want to remind you to have fun writing. If you don’t enjoy it, while it can still be beneficial, it’s less joy than it can be. Some writers say they enjoy it after it’s over, while I can appreciate where they are coming from, I can’t agree.

To me, one of the most fun things about writing, is the writing. Exploring new worlds, seeing where the story is going, how the characters end up. All of this is enjoyable for me, but especially in those times when I’m writing something inspirational.

Whether I’m writing an article about my Christian experience, or a historical account I find joy in knowing these words especially, will impact someone else. Solomon talked about how good a word spoken in due season was. The fact that words I’ve been given may help someone’s situation is both enjoyable, and reassuring.

Even when it’s not a serious piece of writing I find enjoyment in it. When it’s just a piece of writing that may make someone smile, laugh, or forget for a few moments about their sorrow. This means so much to me, and I love the process.

The truth is, I also love the tools of writing. I love pens, pencils, word processors, iPads, smart phones, and gadgets. I love, not only their convenience, but their potential. That’s why I believe in your writing, because of your potential to impact someone else.

Write to inspire, write to inform, write to change the world, but don’t forget to have fun writing. At the end of the day, before one reader sees it, you’ve got to do something many will never do. You’ve got to write words which, may change people in ways that only your words can.