So, you’re called to write, and your books are important to you. But in the Lord’s eye, your character not stories matter. Who you are is His primary focus. This is always His focus, and what He loves about you. … Continue reading →
For the Christian author, it starts from above — always! Anything good we produce comes via the Holy Spirit. Your books will have no power without rhema, which is that Word from the Lord specifically targeting the readers of your efforts. It … Continue reading →
What the Lord has been showing me this morning is that we are to be immersed under His power. Jesus didn’t give me something to do, but someone to become. I needed to be made into the proper brick for … Continue reading →
It becomes more and more true that we live in a reader beware world today. I can’t remember the last time I read a traditionally published “Christian” book of speculative fiction, sicfi, or fantasy with much Truth in it. Usually, they … Continue reading →
When we start to write redemptive fiction, we need this basic bit of writing wisdom. We cannot share Truth until we Know it. Head knowledge may impress our readers, but it will not transform them. The transforming power comes from … Continue reading →
The question of Christian entertainment is crucial as we look at our calling to write. Even if we are writing nonfiction, it won’t help much if it’s not entertaining. So, how does this apply to a Christian author called by … Continue reading →
This morning I was talking with the Lord to begin my sabbath time with Him. I won’t bore you with the discussion, as it always wanders a lot. But eventually I got back to my frustration about the inadequacy of … Continue reading →
To all my friends online I wish a wonderful Christmas and a fruitful season of examining the past year and getting ready to move on to the next. God has good things for you!
Continue reading →I’ve read several books recently which outwardly seemed to be strong, redemptive, or even spirit-filled fiction. But they missed the mark. They were filled with what the Spirit calls works of the flesh, in particular: party spirit. Conservatives against liberals, … Continue reading →
I received notice of this new project by Peter Hui in Singapore today. Behance is Adobe’s portfolio site. Peter lets you in his mind as he is completely dependent upon the Lord’s Holy spirit for the anointing to draw his designs. … Continue reading →