How To Pray When You Feel Weak in Your Writing
All writers experience dry seasons, but I bet you'll agree that "who" we work for amps up the inner critic that tries to convince us that we aren't worthy of our calling. Unless we expect and...
Continue ReadingWhen You Experience Doubt as a Writer
With worry in his eyes, my 4-year-old looked at me and cautiously asked, “Are you sure I can do it?” He had been practicing for weeks to get into the “zipper club” at school. This...
Continue ReadingFinding Space To Write When You Don’t Have Time
The distance to becoming an “author” seemed impossible when God first laid it on my heart. There’s the platform. And finding a publisher or self-publishing. Oh, and the time to write. And that is just...
Continue Reading5 Benefits to Joining a Writing Community
As a writer, we often find ourselves alone with our words. Yes, we may have the support of our family and friends; however, it can be difficult for them to understand the complete writing process. As...
Continue ReadingWriting Through Hard Things: Should My Work Be Shared With the World?
After over a year of writing and four months of working with an editor, I had finally completed my very first manuscript and was determined to get my labor of love into the world.
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The World Needs You and Your Story
Friend, how do you feel as a writer when God guides you to share your story? Perhaps your first reaction is one of insecurity and comparison. Perhaps you doubt the world needs you and your story....
Continue ReadingThree Things You Can Do Today to Focus Your Writing
My mind was racing, but the cursor wasn’t moving. I had so many ideas but could produce so few words. My thoughts were scattered, and my sentences were disjointed. It seemed every time I tried to write, I did everything...
Continue ReadingHow To Build an Email List From Scratch
While Jesus did not possess the electronic means to spread the gospel like we enjoy today, He was certainly able to reach many through word-of-mouth and good old-fashioned evangelism. Nowadays, many writers have the convenience of...
Continue ReadingFour Keys To Help You Connect With Your Reader’s Heart
In the COMPEL community, we share a common dream: to write words that move people. Specifically, we want to lead our readers to a deeper connection with the Lord. I’ve discovered...
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