A well of inspiration and encouragement for Christian writers
Lightning by Laurie Herlich “Pray that I’ll know what to say and have the courage to say it at the right time, telling the mystery to one and all, the Message…” (Ephesians 6:19, MSG). Yesterday evening, I sat on the back deck of our home for over an […]
Talking Birds and Why We Need to Write by Sarah Schwerin “But you are the ones chosen by God, chosen for the high calling of priestly work, chosen to be a holy people, God’s instruments to do his work and speak out for him, to tell others of the night-and-day […]
When Pencils Become Swords by Michelle Davis “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” (Proverbs 27:17 NASB). Many days my writing seems fruitless. I struggle to identify myself as a writer. The title holds a picture in my mind of one who has achieved status with works […]
Compass for the Writer’s Calling by Tina Yeager “Therefore, believers, be all the more diligent to make certain about His calling and choosing you [be sure that your behavior reflects and confirms your relationship with God]; for by doing these things [actively developing these virtues], you will never stumble [in your […]
There’s Room for Everyone in the Manger Scene by Donna Mumma “Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold wise men from the East came to Jerusalem” (Matthew 2:1, NKJV). I adore nativity scenes. I own four sets I display […]
Enter His Joy by Sharon Davis “His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful slave. You were faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter the joy of your master’” (Matthew 25:21, NASB). Wow, another post on social media celebrates […]
My Only Qualification as a Writer by Tina Yeager “Then I said, ‘Here I am, I have come—it is written about me in the scroll. I desire to do your will, my God…’ I proclaim your saving acts … I do not hide your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and […]
The Imposter by Yeny Rowley “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you” (Matthew 6:33, ESV). As a child, I saw a book on my mom’s nightstand. My eyes widened the day I learned to read its title, […]
A Work in Progress by Emily Marszalek “And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit” (2 Corinthians 3:18, NIV). “Well that’s not very Christian-like,” my fiancé Nick told […]
Battling Imposter Syndrome as a Writer by Dr. Mel Tavares “Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings, but he will not stand before obscure men” (Proverbs 22:29, ESV). I first heard the term ‘Imposter Syndrome’ while working on my Doctorate. Loosely defined, […]