Is that the curve of technology or the curve of a six-mile wide meteorite? Source: https://www.sciencefriday.com/segments/what-really-killed-the-dinosaurs/
Friends—
Draw a deep breath... this blogger is officially transitioning to vlogger.
I’m not washing my hands of the written word, but the market indicators are loud and clear: in the world of social media, video is the undisputed king. The problem? It’s a kingdom I haven’t visited yet. As I arch my neck and look upward, I’m left wondering if that streak in the sky is a steep learning curve or the Chicxulub Impactor (the space rock that famously ended the Cretaceous period).
To survive, even a dinosaur has to adapt. It’s time for some new technology and new tactics.
Currently, my “production studio” is a trusty iPhone SE with a single lens and a cracked case. It’s been my companion for years, mostly for photos and the occasional, accidental video. But I’ve set my jaw, brushed away the crumbs, and decided to turn that bad boy around.
Prepare yourselves. It may be terrifying.
To get the ball rolling, I’ve launched a YouTube channel and a Facebook page—both under the banner “Bible Land Explorer.” I’ve heard rumors of something called Instagram, but with a brain the size of a walnut and stubby toe-fingers that can’t quite manipulate the screen, I’m sticking to what I can manage for now.
I’m kicking things off with some fresh footage from Egypt. If you find value in what you see, let me know. And if you’re feeling truly adventurous, subscribe to this blog, the YouTube station, or our Facebook page—or all three! Your tips, suggestions, and even your sharpest criticisms are welcome. My kids are gone, and my granddaughter is still a bit too young to be my tech consultant.
I truly believe that exploring the place where faith begins remains a vital enterprise. Help this dinosaur figure out how to communicate that value to a post-Cretaceous audience.
Isn’t it ironic (and fitting) that I use a text announcement with a blurry picture to announce that I’ve become a vlogger?