Just avoid preaching with character witness in daily life. Has it dawned on you yet that preaching is primarily for evangelists? For most of us, the simple sharing of what the Lord has done in our life recently is a … Continue reading →
But, seek the anointing constantly minute-by-minute, hour-by-hour, day-by day. These are perilous times. We need a fresh word from the Lord constantly—if we want to be fruitful in these changing times. At this time, the change is constant, and relentless. … Continue reading →
Writing blessing witness causes growth and foolish surprises. It’s still amazing that I’m surprised or growing. As I’ve been sharing what the Lord has been doing for me in writing fiction, I’ve been blessed far more than I expected. Now, … Continue reading →
Polished prose often misses the mark, we need to remember how Paul fought that problem vigorously. I did not come with superiority of speech or wisdom, declaring to you the testimony of God. For I determined not to know anything among you … Continue reading →
How do you add anointing to your writing? Ezekiel, an architect, asks one of my lead characters, “What do you think the key is to anointed design? I feel like I am really fighting it.” He’s asking William, a young … Continue reading →
Your fiction sells what is in your heart. Jesus said, “Out of your heart, the mouth speaks.” But it’s fiction! No, it’s your fiction. What are you selling? Whatever your heart is focused upon, your fiction will promote. So, what … Continue reading →
Yes, how the great writing year of pandemic blessed me immensely. But it also started with clarifying my purpose for writing fiction. I can finally just write it out. I want to produce fiction which will transform lives. The year … Continue reading →
Yes, beauty drives Christian creativity and I wonder what happened. I’ve got two Christian speculative fiction books I promised to read, but they’re so dark that it’s really a struggle. I just received a major revelation a couple days ago. … Continue reading →
Yes, the required refreshment 2020-style surprise came out of left field. I could regale you with the major traumas of the year, beginning with the unexpected death of the love of my life in late December. I have never experienced … Continue reading →
Bringing reality to Christian fantasy touches the heart, if you allow it. The virus has been a real blessing to me. I’ve been left alone to write eight or more hours a day. It’s been a life-changing experience to live … Continue reading →