Sometimes, when I tell people I’m a Christian blogger, I get a quizzical look. “You blog about your faith?”
And honestly… sometimes I feel a little weird about it, too.
Why Feeling Weird Is Normal
- You’re in a unique space.
Blogging is where faith meets creativity and technology. You’re sharing personal, spiritual reflections in a public space and that naturally feels vulnerable. And weird. - You wear many hats.
You’re a writer, an encourager, an advocate, and a sometimes counselor, all at once. Balancing those roles online can feel strange, especially when people don’t see the full picture. - Pressure to be perfect.
There’s an unspoken expectation that Christian bloggers should always inspire, encourage, and speak wisely. But life is messy, and your blog doesn’t have to be flawless to matter. - You’re in a growing, misunderstood medium.
Christian blogging is still relatively new. Some people don’t understand it, and others undervalue it. Feeling out of place is part of being a pioneer.
Why “Weird” Can Be Good
Feeling a little weird is often a sign that you’re doing something brave. You’re visible. You’re vulnerable. You’re authentic. And that’s exactly what people need; not polished perfection, but honesty, heart, and courage.
Your words may reach someone who is struggling, isolated, or searching. They may feel encouragement, hope, or simply the reminder that faith is real and lived, not just taught.
Reflection Question
Where in your life — online or offline — have you felt “weird” for being authentic? How might God use that vulnerability to bless others?
Until my next post…
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I could possibly get their help in spreading the word, too. Also, if you haven’t recently, I encourage you to search for Christian bloggers on WP. It’s quite a list. Naturally, we could put one another’s sites under our Recommended Blogs section.
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Yes, agreed.
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A tag is a good step forward 👌
A WordPress group like Christian Grandfather’s one would be good, where members can post.
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One thought I had is simply using the tag Christian Blogger Support Network or CBSN for posts, especially those where we share blogging specific experiences or ideas. It may also be possible to create a WP group. Creating one on FB or LinkedIn is also possible but they do require time and effort to run and keep people engaged.
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Creating an organisation from the ground up may require a lot of work. But a co-operative blog on WordPress may be a good idea?
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I wondered the same thing after I visited their Facebook page, Alan. Hah! Yes! We could revisit this idea that I wrote about and attempted to launch back a few years ago. Perhaps, it’s easier to do now.
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I have no feedback from the above Christian Blogger Network yet, I am not sure whether it is active. But I did find an interesting post from three years ago…
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Awesome. Thanks for sharing this, Alan. I will be sure to check it out.
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Incidentally I found a group on Facebook, Christian Blogger Network, https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianbloggernetwork/?ref=share
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Thanks for sharing this added perspective, Barb. I’m grateful for your faithfulness in this pursuit of sharing what God lays on your heart.
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I used to “hound” my family and friends about not reading my blog. But all that did was cause me more aggregation and pain. I doubt that my husband even knows the name of my blog or how much time I spend in this space.
I trust that those who are supposed to read my words will do so and I endeavor not to be concerned about the rest.
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Thank you, Alan. I am glad that this post resonated with you and touched on your own experience as a longtime Christian blogger. I can relate to your observations on how confusing and frustrating it can be, especially when dealing with fellow believers.
I will continue researching the topic and let you know what I learn. Naturally, it’s near and dear to my heart.
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Barb, thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts. I 100 percent agree, as believers we must trust the Holy Spirit and remain steadfast and obedient to what we are led to write, leaving the multiplying of that offering to Him.
Yet, it is also true that what we do as Christian bloggers is difficult for others, including our fellow brothers and sister in Christ, to grasp and understand. Sometimes it’s frowned upon or even looked down upon. At times, that can be frustrating and even disheartening. That’s part of being human and navigating faith in 2025, I suppose.
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This is a valuable post Rainer; these reflections upon our place as a Christian Blogger are healthy for us. It is true that not many people that I speak to don’t understand what it is I do, and some may even see it as a wee hobby… which I find frustrating. The fact that the world does not understand us shows that there is a need to define accurately what we do. There are times that I have called it ministry, much to the confusion or bemusement of those listening. I have to say I really loved the phrase that you used recently: “Digital Evangelist.” I find myself wondering if there is a representative body for Christian Bloggers who work to promote knowledge of this ministry. You raise some important points Rainer which I feel should be a continuing discussion in some form.
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As Christian bloggers we have to trust that the Holy Spirit will use our words to reach others for the kingdom. All we have to do is be obedient to what we are supposed to write and leave the rest to Him.
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