Blogging 101--Frequently Asked Questions

What in the world is a "blog"?

Blog is short for Web log and is a Web page that has short, frequent updates made to it. There are many different kinds of blogs--some are online “journals” that chronicle the events and thoughts of a person. Other blogs focus on a specific topic, like the Andrew Partners site. Most blogs offer opportunity for readers to leave their thoughts and comments on the entries, like this one.

How can I “find” this blog if I want to come back here another day?

There are several ways to access this blog:

• The easiest is to bookmark it on your browser.
• You can also save your original email from the Andrew Partners Administrator and access it through that link.
• We are working on creating a link from the church website, but there isn’t one right now.

How do I respond to a blog entry?

Click the “comments” link at the bottom of the entry. This will take you to a page where you can read others' comments on that entry and leave your own.

Can I create my own blog entry?

Yes! First, you will need to select the “sign in” link at the top right corner of the page. This will take you to your “Dashboard.” In the white box, under “Manage My Blogs” you will see the Andrew Partners site listed. Under that, there will be a green plus sign and a link for “New Post.” Once you sign in, this link will also appear at the top right hand corner of the main Andrew Partners page.

Why bother to blog?

You may be thinking to yourself--"I'm a busy person! Why should I bother to blog?" Good question! Blogging helps us keep our friends, family, and neighbors who need Christ at the front of our minds. It’s easy to get lost in the physical demands of each day and lose sight of the spiritual needs of those all around us. This blog can help us keep our eyes on “things above.” It connects us with others who desire to share Christ, so that we can pray and encourage each other in this regard. It creates a community where we are actively thinking about and reaching out to those around us who need to know the Lord. I know that I need to be constantly encouraged in this regard. Don’t you?

Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.
-1 Thessalonians 5:11