Following my realisation of the true meaning of greatness, it was as though the scales had been removed from my eyes and I could now really see.
I realised that I had unknowingly been lusting after the platforms for myself; so I can prove to I dunno who that I've ‘made it’. That's even the very opposite of why God gives platforms.
So I'm learning to be faithful with whatever little that God commits into my hands. As a creative and a writer that's consistently putting out content, one of my original desires (as is to common to most people) was to have my content blow up and bless a ton of people. You know, go viral. But soon after, I realised that a mindset like this will only breed discontent and misery.
I can't make people do anything. So even if they see my content, I cannot make them click the like button or comment or share if they don't want to. It doesn't have to mean the content isn't valuable, there may be so many other factors at play. Even if they do engage, is that true proof of whether they've been changed or edified by what they've read? Do the metrics reflect the heart work God is using the words to do? Of course not.
So as I rebooted my content creation journey on Instagram and continued here (even though it's a slightly different ballgame on this platform), the Holy Spirit gave me this principle to work by. 'The Principle of the One'.
It essentially means that I'm not looking for likes or comments. All I'm chiefly concerned with is at least that one person out of either the few or the multitude that will be better off because they've come across my content.
So rather than be sad when I see that 95% of the people that read even here at Gbogbo Ero do not engage, I steel myself by remembering The Principle of the One. If only one person is blessed, that's okay. That's something to rejoice over - always. I've contributed to that person's journey, and Jesus has been glorified. That's what's pertinent.
He reminded me of how important yet overlooked the one is. How many times did He talk about it in the Bible? The Shepherd that left the 99 for the 1 sheep. The woman that went searching for the lone coin she lost. The sheer joy in heaven over the repentance of a single soul - the one.
So dear creative, here's an encouragement for you:
Don't do it with the goal of being seen; for you're already seen, Do it with the goal of honouring God. Don't do it for the applause of men, Do it with the goal of pleasing Him. Don't do it with the goal of being viral, Do it with the goal of making God proud.
So show up, even if it's only one play. Show up, even if it's one read. Show up, even if it's just one like. Show up even if there's zero engagement. Don't give up.
Those things aren't the reason you started. They aren't your why. So why should they be powerful enough to make you feel like quitting what God has sent you to do? Keep pressing, keep mining, keep building, keep refining, keep learning, keep scaling and let God be the only reward you pursue.
That way, whether or not the other metrics come, you'll know that you properly executed the assignment, you played your part in the advancement of God's kingdom here on earth and God is glorified.
God may have had just one person in mind when He gave you the inspiration for that content. He can still be glorified in just that one person's life. Shouldn't that count more than anything? Besides, a single candle that catches fire has the propensity to light a thousand others. This way, you'll be a part of the stories of so many beautiful people, all because you said yes to showing up for the one.
Whenever you're tempted to abandon the journey God Himself has set you on, be like Mofeoluwa and remember The Principle of the One. Let it propel you to keep creating, and keep being excellent at what you do.
Pin this: Your creativity is an ode to God, and it is more for Him and His glory more than anything else.
Selah.
Hi guys! Happy last weekend in May
Wow, the year is running. How is it getting to June already? So you mean we’re already halfway through the year bayi. Wawuu. I’m usually excited when we get to June because then it means my birthday month is just around the corner (July babies, say hi!)
How has this first half of the year been for you? Did you set goals at the beginning of the year? New year resolutions? Are you still on the train or you’re Team Kashamadupe aka ‘when there is life, there is hope’?
Whichever it is, now will be a good time to review where you’re coming from and take stock of where you are now. Then, based on what you realise, you can re-strategise for the coming months.
My exams are approaching, so please say a prayer for me when you see this.
You know I’m always rooting for you. So shiiiine, my phenomenal loves.
All my love,
Mofeoluwa
P.S: If you haven’t already, go stream Heaven has come by TY Bello on your preferred platform. It’s such a wholesome body of work and I’ve been really blessed by it. It’s been on repeat for me since the day it came out, and my top faves so far are That’s My Name, Hosanna We Hail You, Ire, Heaven Has Come, He Fights For Me, Deeper Still and My Body. There are still some that I haven’t properly digested yet but let’s justt say that I’m in laveeeee.
Okay, byeeeee.
This is so true and timely!
And I feel this way often, so often that I stopped writing on one of my platforms. But recently, it's been more with people but I need to keep myself grounded in the One.
Thank you Mofe and I promise to engage more!😂🫶🏽
This is soo lovely Mofe.
Honestly, i would like to give you a good clap, for your persistency.
I truly love this part about your write up, 'Don't do it for the comments, nor likes, nor even the applause of men, but instead do it all to glorify God's name. So, don't give up'. I particular copied this part and others that stood out for me.
Well done dearie. Keep the light shinning and before i forget, i wish you the very best in your coming exams💗.