Well, it’s official!
I don’t even know how to explain this journey! But, I will try…
What started off as speaking the truth about porn and spiritual leadership has turned into giving you something to Stu over with every day struggles.
For the first four years, I’ll be honest, I almost quit several times. Numbers depressed me… because well there really wasn’t any. Here I was pouring out my heart and it seemed like no one was listening.
I had less than 100 followers and not even a tenth were reading my post and a tenth of them might like a post and leave a comment.
In 2014 The Happy Quitter, nominated me for The Very Inspiring Blog Award. That helped a little in getting my name out there, but it still wasn’t what I felt it should be.
I took about a one year break a few years back. It felt good, but I missed writing. I missed sharing and offering hope.
So I returned to my blog and did a month of daily inspirational posts, which I plan on doing again this December as well! It was fun and set the stage for me truly writing again.
And then last year God moved!
God has truly blessed me in the past year and a half bringing into my life some of the most amazingly talented, supportive and loving blogging friends a guy could ask for.
Heck, He even started a blogger prayer group this year! Another blessing!
And yes, my numbers have skyrocketed compared to last year with close to 450 followers and more like and comments in one day than used to get in a full year.
The likes are genuine and comments come from the heart. I thank you all for that!!!❤
There are a few things that I have learned since I started.
One is staying true to yourself. Even though my blog has changed from what it started out as…it is actually better and more sincere and well…me.
Another thing is that Numbers Lie. God has this all planned out…don’t sweat the numbers.
And another thing…is to follow other bloggers. Comment on the posts that touch your heart. Build those friendships!
Lastly, if you are a Christ follower, offer hope. This world and the church need it badly!
As the anniversary is here I would like to share some posts with you that you may have missed over the years…
2013…
2014…
Returning Home: A Prodigal Story
Dear Porn Star: Please Forgive Me This one come with a warning for reader discretion. I don’t mince my words on this one. (Year after year it is still the most read post)
2015…
There Is Power In The Blood: A Missed Teachable Moment
2016…
Do Not Let The Sun Go Down On Your Anger
2017…
Don’t Allow The C Word To Keep You From Your Potential
Dear Parents, We Are Failing Our Kids
2018…
I hope you enjoy going back and reading some of my older posts.
And I thank you ALL for making my 6th year on WordPress such a blessing!
God Bless,
Stu
PTL! Congrats on 6 years! God has used you mightily! And I am sure He will continue!
The world has so much filth. It needs more faith! It needs more God!
God wants us to keep reaching out to others, just as He still does! ❤
God loves you, Stu! He has faith in you!
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That is my prayer sis…that He continues to use me and that I am willing!
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God bless you Stu! What amazing advice for us bloggers. I will try my best to continue to share hope. I will also come back later on to read some of your older posts. Thank you! 🤗
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Thank you so much Christy! Yes, please do. I would love your feedback 🙂
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Congratulations on your great accomplishment of 6 years! You do such an amazing job lifting the spirit of others so we are all blessed to have you with us!
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Thank you for such a kind comment!
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My pleasure. Thank you for your kindness as well.
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Congratulations. Thank you for sharing
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Thanks Lyn 🙂
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Congratulations on reaching the 6 Years of Blogging on WordPress.com !! Very well done Stu and proud of you. God has brought you out of that deep trough you fell into back than. He has turned you into a good pure hearted and pure souled person he trusts. Keep blogging Stu !!
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Thank you so much for your kind words James! Thank you for being an encourager!
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You are welcome Stuart !! You deserve the credit for the hard work you have done over 6 years blogging !! Keep the next 6 just as happy my friend !!
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Thanks! That’s the game plan 🙂 I can honestly say I now look forward to six more years of blogging!!
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I am glad to hear that Stuart. I look forward to reading those blogs for another 6 years !!
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Wow! 6 years? That’s a huge milestone Stu! Blessings and more blessings to you my brother as you continue to grow strength to strength in Christ! ❤ He's gonna do mighty things through it in Jesus name!!! Much love ❤
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Thank you so much Tammy! I claim those blessings!!❤
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Awww you’re most welcome!!! ❤ amen!
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You’re an inspiration, that’s all my heart wants to tell you this morning. So continue to inspire!
God bless you dear friend. Continue to be His hands and feet!
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Thank you dear Tosin ❤
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Congratulations on six years!! This was so encouraging to read and I’m very thankful to be one of your followers! Your posts always come up at just the right time. Here’s to six more years!
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Thank you Jordan! I am blessed to be one of yours! Your posts always make me think 🙂
I can honestly say that I look forward to six more 🙂
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Happy Blogaversary, Stu! I’m glad I found you because you have been such an encouragement to me. I hope that you continue to grow in the Lord and prosper as you teach others about His truth. God bless you!
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Thank you so much Vickie! It has been a blessing getting to know you as your words always touch my heart! That is my prayer…that I continue to grow in the Lord and get stronger!
Have a great Thanksgiving!
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Congratulations 👍👍👍
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Thank you 🙂
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Great job dear, congratulations.<3
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Thank you Laleh!
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My pleasure dear.<3
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Congratulations! God is good!
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Thanks Kevin. He is indeed brother! 🙂
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What a great honor Stu!!!!
Happy Six Anniversary to you!
It’s know doubt God has used you to touch the lives of many for his Glory!!! You are a great author and writer, who is unique and genuine, which makes you quite special! I so grateful our paths have crossed and to call you friend💜🙏💜
Yonnie
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Check out my blog
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Wow! Thank you Yonnie 🙂
I love how you did the photo!
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You are welcome! I was trying to figure out how to send to link to you as well!
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You go to the post you want to link to and copy the the whole URL. Then you got back to the post you are writing, in edit mode, and highlight…say Sixth Anniversary…hit the link icon. It will pull up a box, there you paste the URL you copied and hit save. Then update your post.
It’s not hard just time consuming if you use a phone like I do.
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Yes, I do use phone
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I try once I get back home
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Oh, Yonnie…thank you so much for this! I am blessed to call you friend 💜
I have heard and read stories from those he has touched and even called to salvation through this little blog of mine and His. And with every single one I tear up and ask why use me Lord. Now, I’m crying…the Lord always says because you are mine and you have chosen
God bless you Yonnie!!
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Amen! The feeling is yet mutual! The Lord is so Faithful. It was upon my to create something nice for a shelf, for such an Honorable occasion on this Thanksgiving Day! Blessings Man of God
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Happy Thanksgiving sis!
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Same to you!
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Congrats sir! And happy Thanksgiving!
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Thank you John! You too brother!!
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You rock, Stuart! Thank you and bless you for spreading the Word and works of our amazing God. ❤
I’m somewhere around 6 months, myself; I’m praying for where God leads me in this.
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Oh Kathy, you rock! Always the one to encourage and support with words from the heart! Thank you dear friend!
I will join you praying for His leadership 🙂
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Thank you, dear friend! ❤
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Thanks for persevering! We celebrate this milestone with you.
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Thank you Matthew!
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Congratulations, Stuart! By God’s Grace you’ve come a long way; a true pleasure getting to know your heart! May God’s love, and a steadfast heart; take you to higher heights! Blessings!
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Thank you Warren! I am so thankful the Lord allowed our paths to cross and that we have become friends!
May He take us both higher!
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Indeed Stuart, like wise! Blessings!
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