I would like to start off by saying “thank you” to all those who regularly encourage me in Christ. I realize that what I write is not for everyone. Some will like it and others won’t, and I am okay with that. My purpose is not to offend, but it is also not my purpose not to offend, it is what it is as long as it is honest. I believe that I am being led by the Holy Spirit to write what I do and my intent is to bring glory to God in the good times of my life as well as the bad. I desire to share truth, faith, hope, love, and so much more. Over the years that I have been sharing my heart and different parts of my life, I have been told that I am manipulative, controlling, that I do not accept responsibility for my past, as well as displaying many red flags in my character. I have been told that because I am a Pastor that I am a leech, with the person saying this having no idea of how unconventional of a way God provides for my family and I. The majority of what I do in ministry is volunteer and I hustle in the hours that remain to find a way to take care of all that I have taken on. A few years back, someone that I had known for a long time texted me asking to unsubscribe from my “Daily Depressional.” I was told that, “A good tree cannot bear bad fruit. You don’t exemplify a new creation in your gifting.” I don’t write because I want people to think I’m amazing because I am far from it. I write because I want people to see how amazing Jesus is! I never want someone to hear the words that I speak, the message that I preach, or the wisdom that I share and think that any of it was by my doing. I pray that all see that it was all God. There are many in the pulpits that want notoriety, fame, fortune, and praise, without making sure that all glory goes to God. I believe that if a pastor presents a message and everyone says what a great pastor and not what a great and awesome God there is a problem. I have prayed over what is written in *1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing.* and in *1 Thessalonians 5:14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. 15 See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.* Some people have encouraged me to put out a book with what I share and maybe someday I might, but right now is not the time, that is why I share the ways I do. I don’t do it for earthly compensation because I trust that I am investing in others for a heavenly reward. I do believe that being able to write what I do is a gift from God, a calling in a way. I feel blessed to share with others what God has done and is doing in my life and am encouraged when I receive chronicles of hope and how others are affected. My heart is to inspire and encourage the brethren to read God’s Word and discover its power for the days that we are living in are difficult for many. If one person is drawn closer to the Lord Jesus by what I write, it will all have been worth it. I pray that my life reflects this one thought, “Soli Deo Gloria – For the Glory of God Alone.” My BeLoved, may the grace of the Lord Jesus, and the love of God the Father, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, be with you all. Amen. In Christ Love, douglas. HE>i. pastord.blog

Special Note: I want to thank those who read what I write and are encouraged to give either one time or have decided to give on a monthly basis in support of the different ministries God has entrusted to me. I am encouraged to see certain verses playing out before my eyes like what is written in *Philippians 4:16 For even in Thessalonica you sent aid once and again for my necessities. 17 Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that abounds to your account.*

To any who are interested, please feel free to reach out to me with prayer requests, questions, encouragement, or for information on how to come alongside me with financial support for the ministry activities that God has entrusted to me at pastord.blog@gmail.com or I do have a Zelle account associated with my phone number, 5202720387 last name Blaser. Thank you my Beloved for your ongoing prayers and support.