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Write from the Deep
Write from the DeepYou Brought Us Joy! Thank you, listeners, for over nine years of sharing your writing journey with Write from the Deep! We’ve found such joy in bringing you God’s encouragement and in hearing from you. Join us in this final podcast as we share final truths and insights to help you along your writing journey. And God bless each of you! But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this podcast possible! And in particular, thank you to ALL of our 2024 sponsors of the month: Christy Bass Adams, Wendy L. Macdonald, Tammy Partl...
2024-11-2522 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepEmbrace Joy! with Guest Jean Wilund It’s so easy, when we are getting hit by one difficult thing after another, to wonder where God is. To cry out to Him, “Why aren’t You stopping it all?” Join us as guest Jean Wilund shares amazing and freeing insights and wisdom, discovered from her study of the book of Habakkuk, for anyone in the midst of these struggles. Get ready to embrace joy! About Jean Wilund Jean Wilund is fully convinced that we’ll never truly know and love the God of the Word apart from the Word of God. This...
2024-11-1132 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDo You Have What it Takes to Last? with Guest Deborah Raney Publishing is getting harder all the time. The author has to do so much that it can become utterly exhausting. And discouraging. Guest Deborah Raney shares what it takes now to have longevity in a publishing career. About Deborah Raney Deborah Raney’s first novel, A Vow to Cherish, inspired the World Wide Pictures film of the same title and launched Deb’s writing career. Thirty years, forty-plus books, and numerous awards later, she’s still creating stories that touch hearts and lives. Her books have garnered multiple industry awards including the RITA® Award...
2024-10-2130 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the Deep222 – Strategies for Writers’ Conferences with Guest Grace Fox Attending a writers’ conference can be intimidating, even overwhelming. If you want to make the most of your time at a writers’ conference, guest Grace Fox has some specific strategies to help you do exactly that. And some of them are even about your writing. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this podcast possible! Grace Fox Grace Fox is a popular speaker at women’s events internationally. She inspires hope, courage, and transformation through God’s Word. She has served as a care...
2024-09-1722 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepAre Writers' Conferences Worth It? with Guest Grace Fox Writers’ conferences cost time and money, so are they really worth it? Absolutely! But not necessarily for the reasons you think. Guest Grace Fox shares how God moved her to attend a writers’ conference, how many mistakes she made there, and how God miraculously provided for her and used it all to bless her far more than she ever imagined. About Grace Fox Grace Fox is a popular speaker at women’s events internationally. She inspires hope, courage, and transformation through God’s Word. She has served as a career missionary for more...
2024-09-0226 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepAre You Ready for Attacks? Part 3 There is no escaping our humanity. But we can address those elements in our hearts, minds, and spirits that make us, as people and writers, vulnerable to attacks from the enemy of our souls. Attacks that seem, nowadays, to happen more and more often. Come explore the solutions to those vulnerabilities so you are ready But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this podcast possible! The Bad News: We’re ALL Vulnerable No one likes to be vulnerable. Heck, we don’t even like to admit...
2024-08-1923 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepRecentering Your Writer's Heart Recentering your writer’s heart is not just a privilege, but a necessity! In our busy lives, it’s easy to get off kilter. We each need to take a moment and examine our focus, to ensure it’s on the only one deserving of our trust: Almighty God. And Psalm 40 is here to help you do exactly that! But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this podcast possible! Can you all believe that it’s already the second half of 2024? I don’t know about you guys, but i...
2024-08-0519 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow to Live Unafraid with guest Grace Fox  Do you want to know God more intimately and live unafraid? Come join our guest, Grace Fox, as she delves into the many names of God, all with their own meaning and promise. You will find yourself more drawn to Him than ever! But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this podcast possible! We’re told in Scripture that God doesn’t give us a spirit of fear, and yet so many of us struggle with that very emotion in our lives. Sometimes even debilitating fear.
2024-07-2228 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhy Fasting Matters for Writers Fasting. We’ve all heard of it, and yet we rarely do it. But this ancient practice is frequently mentioned in the Bible, with Jesus himself leading the way. He did it, he taught about it, and he presumed we’d follow in his footsteps. Join us for a deeper look at this vital aspect of discipleship and why it matters for writers. We’ll even discuss alternatives to try if your medical condition prevents you from practicing typical methods of fasting. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this po...
2024-07-0822 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepAre You Ready for Attacks pt 2As we discussed last week, there are things happening in our country and around the world that many of us never believed could happen. Riots, protests, increasing terrorist activity, science being ignored and twisted, vitriol becoming the norm toward any who disagree with society’s agendas… all of which we’ll tackle. Along with how to prepare … The post 216 – Are You Ready for Attacks? Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-06-1822 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepAre You Ready for Attacks?So much of what’s happening in the world today is mind- and spirit-boggling. Things we never expected to see or experience in “The Land of the Free” are happening left, right, and center. Attacks on freedoms and faith are on the rise. As writers, we need to understand what is causing all this. As Believers, … The post 215 – Are You Ready for Attacks? appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-06-0300 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhy Writers Need FellowshipWriting is a solitary occupation, and yet God created human beings with a need for fellowship. This is why it’s crucial for writers to seek—and not neglect—community. Don’t miss being blessed—and blessing others—through this God-designed need for relationships. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this podcast possible! Welcome to … The post 214 – Why Writers Need Fellowship appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-05-2021 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHoliness and Grief with Guest Karen StillerThe Bible tells us to be holy, and that without holiness we won’t see God. But what part does holiness play in the face of utter devastation? And how do we write through it? Guest Karen Stiller shares wisdom and encouragement from her difficult journey through grief and pain. About Karen Stiller Karen Stiller is … The post 213 – Holiness and Grief with Guest Karen Stiller appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-05-0624 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Writer's Path to Holiness with guest Karen StillerHoliness. It’s one of those BIG words for Christians. So how do we, as Christian writers, develop holiness and bring it into play in our writing? Guest Karen Stiller shares her journey toward holiness and how God has blessed and challenged her. About Karen Stiller Karen Stiller is an award-winning writer, a senior editor, and … The post 212 – The Writer’s Path to Holiness with Guest Karen Stiller appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-04-1628 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Gift of Rest with Guest Kathleen DenlyOne of the most profound, and necessary, gifts we can give ourselves is rest. Not only is it a good idea, but God designed us to rest. Yet too often we just keep going. We don’t want to be lazy, after all. Guest Kathleen Denly shares what happens when our misguided ideas about rest become … The post 211 – The Gift of Rest with Guest Kathleen Denly appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-04-0121 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDo Christians Suffer from Mental Illness? with guest Kathleen DenlyWe don’t like to talk about it. We’re afraid to admit to it. But the fact is that being a firm believer doesn’t keep mental illness from striking. How do we, as believers and writers, deal with the reality of mental illness? Guest Kathleen Denly joins us to share how God met her in her … The post 210 – Do Christians Suffer from Mental Illness? with Guest Kathleen Denly appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-03-1827 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGod's Glory and Why It Matters to WritersAnyone who has ever attended church has heard about God’s glory. We’ve sung about it, we’ve read about it in the Bible. But do we really understand it? And do we realize that we, both as believers and writers, are tasked with displaying God’s glory to the world? But how can we, in all our … The post 209 – God’s Glory and Why It Matters to Writers appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-03-0422 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Keys to Successful PrayerThere is nothing more intimate, nor powerful, than our conversations with the Creator of the universe, with the God who sees us and loves us and provides for us. And yet so often we treat prayer as though it’s a fall-back position, not a position of God’s power. Come learn from one man the keys … The post 208 – The Keys to Successful Prayer appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-02-1933 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepImagine with God!How would it change the way you pray if you realized God is greater––make that far greater––than anything we can imagine, think, or dream of? That His work within us and for us is beyond our greatest imaginings? That our human minds can’t even begin to understand or imagine all He is able to do? … The post 207 – Imagine with God! appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-02-0526 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the Deep10 Things to NOT HurryMany things in today’s world make us feel we need to hurry up and get them done. But there are some things that we should NOT hurry to do. Here are 10 specific things you need to do for your career—and life—but never in a hurry. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! … The post 206 – 10 Things to NOT Hurry appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-01-2220 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Beauty and Benefits of SilenceEverywhere we go in today’s world, there’s an abundance of noise. Silence has become a thing of the past, yet we’ve never needed it more. Learn how to tap into the beauty and benefits of one of today’s most precious commodities: silence. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this … The post 205 – The Beauty and Blessings of Silence appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2024-01-0829 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepAdvent Anchors for Troubled WatersThe Advent season is about celebration and expectation. Though we’re almost finished with Advent, the four themes of the season can be anchors for you all year long! Come explore these Advent Anchors to keep you safe and steady in troubled waters. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this … The post 204 – Advent Anchors for Troubled Waters appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-12-1825 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWatching, Waiting, and Anxiety with Guest Rachel HauckSo many things can go wrong on our journey as writers, leaving us wondering how we will ever deal with the problems that come at us. Guest Rachel Hauck encourages us not to waste time and energy on anxiety, but to learn how to watch and wait on Almighty God. About Rachel Hauck Rachel Hauck … The post 203 – Watching, Waiting, and Anxiety with Guest Rachel Hauck appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-12-0420 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhy Suffering Matters with Guest Rachel HauckOur journey as writers who believe in God has many ups and downs, mountaintops and canyons. It’s so easy to forget, when the downs come, that they, too, are from God. And that He allows and uses them for His purpose. Join our guest Rachel Hauck as we consider the gift of suffering. About Rachel … The post 202 – Why Suffering Matters with Guest Rachel Hauck appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-11-2024 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhen a Crisis Upends Your World with Guest Shadia HrichiWe’ve all faced times of trial, but what do you do when MORE crises happen while you’re already in the middle of a crisis? Guest Shadia Hrichi shares how God used crisis upon crisis to strengthen her faith and her writing. About Shadia Hrichi Shadia Hrichi is a passionate Bible teacher who loves seeing lives … The post 201 – When a Crisis Upends Your World with Guest Shadia Hrichi appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-11-0626 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWriting Wisdom and Advice: A Celebration of Our 200th EpisodeIt’s been such an honor and delight to share your writing and spiritual journey with you! As we celebrate our 200th episode, we have a gift for you: writing wisdom and advice from some of our amazing guests! So come listen in and be blessed! But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You … The post 200 – Writing Wisdom and Advice: A Celebration of Our 200th Episode appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-10-2325 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhy Every Writer Needs SolitudeEven if you have all the craft books you could ever need on your bookshelves, you’re not fully equipped to write. Because your craft isn’t the only thing you need to work on. So join us in this podcast, the first of a new series on activities that draw us closer to God, as we … The post 199 – Why Every Writer Needs Solitude appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-10-0219 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Blessing of Tragedy with Guest DiAnn MillsIf you’ve faced tragedy in your life, you know the first reaction is to ask why. Even get angry with God over what’s happened. Guest DiAnn Mills shares how God led her through all those stages, but even more, how he blessed her with reconciliation because of the tragedy. Come listen in as she shares … The post 198 – The Blessing of Tragedy with Guest DiAnn Mills appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-09-1825 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepStanding in the Day of EvilChristians are no strangers to suffering and persecution. From the days of the arena to today, following Jesus Christ is risky business. And writing for Him? It’s become more hazardous every day. In this “cancel culture” world, being firm about biblical truth can cost us everything. Are you prepared for the battle? But first, thank … The post 197 – Standing in the Day of Evil appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-09-0423 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepCreativity and Brain Health with Guest Tina Yeager, Part 2Many things contribute to our creativity as writers, but there’s one thing that is vital for our creativity: brain health. Too few of us know, though, how to nurture and maintain brain health, which is where our wonderful guest, Tina Yeager, comes in! Listen as she shares her wisdom and insights.  About Tina Yeager Award-winning … The post 196 – Creativity and Brain Health with Guest Tina Yeager, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-08-2121 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepCreativity and Brain Health with Guest Tina Yeager, Part 1As writers, creativity is a crucial component of our lives and our work. But what exactly is creativity and how do we get more of it? Guest Tina Yeager shares some surprising answers as we explore God’s design for creativity. About Tina Yeager Award-winning author, speaker, and life coach, Tina Yeager hosts the Flourish-Meant podcast and Flourish … The post 195 – Creativity and Brain Health with Guest Tina Yeager, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-08-0717 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhen God's Surprises Are Hard with Guest Lynn Austin, Part 2Sometimes it’s easy to say yes to God. We can do it almost without thinking. But what happens when God asks us to do something that terrifies us? That we know we can’t do? Guest Lynn Austin is here to share the times God has done exactly that! About Lynn Austin Lynn Austin has sold … The post 194 – When God’s Surprises Are Hard with Guest Lynn Austin, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-07-2420 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhen God's Surprises Are Hard with Guest Lynn Austin, Part 1We believers talk a lot about God surprising us in wonderful ways. When God does exceedingly, abundantly beyond what we imagine. But some of God’s surprises are hard. Even devastating. Guest Lynn Austin shares how God’s hard surprises have been some of the best surprises in her writing journey. About Lynn Austin Lynn Austin has … The post 193 When God’s Surprises Are Hard with Guest Lynn Austin, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-07-1022 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhy Story Matters with Guest Becca WierwilleGuest Becca Wierwille joins us in an exploration of the importance of story, not just for our readers, but for ourselves as writers. We all connect with stories in wonderfully different ways, but one special power they have is the ability to challenge us to delve into our world, and the people in it, unearthing … The post 192 – Why Story Matters with Guest Becca Wierwille appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-06-1926 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepChristian Writers As Hope BringersVoice. Clarity. Dialogue. Character development. Hook. All of these, and so much more, are important for a strong book. But they’re not the most important. Not for a book written from a Christian worldview. So what is the most important element? Hope! Listen in to find out why your job as a writer is critical … The post 191 – Christian Writers As Hope Bringers appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-06-0517 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Writer's Psalm, Part 2As we discussed in part one of the Writer’s Psalm, emotions are a natural, God-given part of life. But they also can lead us astray if we’re not careful. Especially when things on our writing journey don’t go the way we’d hoped or planned. So what do you do when you feel God has abandoned … The post 190 – The Writer’s Psalm, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-05-2225 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Writer's Psalm, Part 1Emotions are a normal part of being human. What’s more, they are God given. As writers, we certainly have our share of emotional highs and lows. But what do we do when our feelings drag us waaay down? When our careers seem stalled or over, when our efforts seem wasted, and we find ourselves spiraling … The post 189 – The Writer’s Psalm, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-05-0818 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDetours on Your Writing Journey with Guest Lori Ann Wood, Part 2What do you do when your planned-out writing journey suddenly goes off the rails? Guest Lori Ann Wood faced this very situation. Through her God-ordained detour, she discovered three key questions that will help you in your own detours. About Lori Ann Wood Lori Ann Wood lives in an empty nest in beautiful Bentonville, Arkansas, … The post 188 – Detours on Your Writing Journey with Guest Lori Ann Wood, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-04-1721 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDetours on Your Writing Journey with Guest Lori Ann Wood, Part 1It’s so hard when the journey we think we’re on in our writing takes a detour. We worry and wonder what God is doing. IF God is doing anything. Guest Lori Ann Wood shares the shocking—and life-threatening—detour in her own life and writing journey, and how God’s miraculous hand was at work for his amazing … The post 187 – Detours on Your Writing Journey with Guest Lori Ann Wood, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-04-0317 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGet Focused! Part 4Many writers are sabotaging their ability to focus without even knowing it. They continue in one certain habit—a habit that almost everyone has—that derails and obstructs their ability to focus. What habit is that? Allowing distractions to steal your focus and direct it away from where you want it! What can we do to steel ourselves … The post 186 – Get Focused! Part 4 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-03-2028 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGet Focused! Part 3One of the biggest challenges writers face is a blizzard of busyness and distraction, which can keep us from accomplishing what we need to do in the course of the day. We need tools to help us focus on what’s most important. In our previous podcasts on focus, we’ve explored ways to focus on the … The post 185 – Get Focused! Part 3 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-03-0623 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepCures for Common Writers' Struggles with Guest Heather IsemingerEvery writer struggles, but not all writers struggle with the same things. Does anyone share our particular struggle, or are we just odd? Even weak? Guest Heather Iseminger, a chaplain at writers’ conferences, is here to share her insights on writers’ struggles and how to find help and understanding in the midst of them. About … The post 184 – Cures for Common Writers’ Struggles with Guest Heather Iseminger appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-02-2026 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGot Writer's Block? Guest Tina Yeager Is Here to Help!How often have you sat down to write, stared at your page, and realized you have…nothing. No ideas, no words. Could it be the dreaded writer’s block? Don’t let it stop you in your writer’s tracks! Guest Tina Yeager is here to help you blast that block to smithereens! About Tina Yeager Award-winning author, speaker, … The post 183 – Got Writer’s Block? Guest Tina Yeager Is Here to Help! appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-02-0625 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepPlugging into the Power of Prayer Teams with Guest Shadia Hrichi, Part 2Everyone knows that writing is a solitary endeavor. We sit at our computers, lost in our heads and imaginations, trusting God to guide our fingers on the keyboard. And with God at our side, we can do anything. But sometimes we need a little in-person help. And guest Shadia Hrichi is here to show how … The post 182 – Plugging into the Power of Prayer Teams with Guest Shadia Hrichi, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-01-2319 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepPlugging into the Power of Prayer Teams with Guest Shadia Hrichi, Part 1There are partners out there that you, as a writer who is serving God, MUST have. They’re prayer partners! Guest Shadia Hrichi shares her experiences and guidance for putting together your own power team of prayers to help ensure you stay on the path God has for you. About Shadia Hrichi Shadia Hrichi is a … The post 181 – Plugging into the Power of Prayer Teams with Guest Shadia Hrichi, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2023-01-0924 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGod's Questions for You! with Guest Eva Marie Everson, Part 2One of the best ways to develop a deeper and more intimate relationship with God is to go on the journey he invites us on—the path of questioning. Guest Eva Marie Everson shares how by exploring—and answering—the profound questions God has for us will change our lives and writing. About Eva Marie Everson Eva Marie … The post 180 – God’s Questions for You! with Guest Eva Marie Everson, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-12-1920 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGod's Questions for You! with Guest Eva Marie Everson, Part 1We often talk about the questions we have for God, but do you realize God has questions for you? Questions that will rock your faith and world. Questions that will draw you into a more intimate relationship with the God of the universe. Join us and Guest Eva Marie Everson, who discovered this amazing journey … The post 179 – God’s Questions for You! with Guest Eva Marie Everson, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-12-0526 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGet Focused! Part 2Focus is something we do on a number of levels. From the overall picture to the daily minutiae of life and our writing journeys, we are constantly deciding what to focus on. How do you know what is most important in your writing career and what is just a distraction or poor use of your … The post 178 – Get Focused! Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-11-2123 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGet Focused! Part 1Do you struggle to focus on your writing? You’re not alone. But you can regain the focus you need in your writing and your life. Come learn how! But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this podcast possible! With the busyness our culture and our lives bring us each day, … The post 177 – Get Focused! Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-11-0722 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepSin and Brutal Honesty with Guest Christy Bass Adams, Part 2Here’s the bad news: you cannot overcome your sin. Especially persistent sin. But there’s good news! Not easy news, mind you, but good: Being brutally honest with yourself and with God is the first step to spiritual freedom. Guest Christy Bass Adams shares how this key opened the door to a life and ministry far … The post 176 – Sin and Brutal Honesty with Guest Christy Bass Adams, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-10-1717 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepSin and Brutal Honesty with Guest Christy Bass Adams, Part 1We all do it. We convince ourselves that that sin—the one that no one knows about—isn’t hurting anyone. Isn’t a big deal. Doesn’t matter. But we also know that’s a lie. Because hidden sin isn’t hidden from God. Join guest Christy Bass Adams as she shares what happens when we stop hiding and give God … The post 175 – Sin and Brutal Honesty with Guest Christy Bass Adams, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-10-0318 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the Deep3 Pieces of Advice That Will Never Lead Writers WrongEver wished someone could give you guaranteed advice for your writing journey? Well, someone has. The Apostle Paul shared these gems of wisdom that are as effective now as when God inspired him to write them. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! You help make this podcast possible! The writing life can … The post 174 – 3 Pieces of Advice That Will Never Lead Writers Wrong appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-09-1920 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDaily Peace in an Anxious WorldWith all the chaos happening around us, we need peace more than ever. And yet it can seem elusive and transient. Come listen in as we share guaranteed steps to help you get (and keep!) true daily peace—no matter what’s happening in the world…or your life. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! … The post 173 – Daily Peace in an Anxious World appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-09-0521 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepIn the Valley of the Shadow of Death with Guest Sharon Hinck, Part 2What if God took away your ability to write? Guest Sharon Hinck has walked through some deep valleys, and she knows firsthand how insecurities and the enemy’s lies hit hardest in the midst of our darkest times. But she also knows without a doubt that God is there, even through the mystery of unanswered questions, … The post In the Valley of the Shadow of Death with Guest Sharon Hinck, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-08-2222 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepIn the Valley of the Shadow of Death with Guest Sharon Hinck, Part 1Are you in a deep valley? Do you feel alone? Rejoice! God is there! Our guest Sharon Hinck can prove it from her valley experiences. Join us as she shares what she experienced, and the wonder of what God did in her life and writing. About Sharon Hinck Award-winning author Sharon Hinck writes “stories for … The post 171 – In the Valley of the Shadow of Death with Guest Sharon Hinck, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-08-0818 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDo You Really Know Who God Is? Part 5Are we hearing—and worshiping—God as he truly is, or only as we imagine him to be? Why does this matter? It’s so easy—and dangerous!—to let our own ideas of who God is take center stage over who he’s actually revealed himself to be in his Word. When we do that, we’ve made up our own … The post 170 – Do You Really Know Who God Is? Part 5 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-07-2523 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepSharing the Depths of God with Guest Shadia Hrichi, Part 2There’s one critical thing you must do before you can share the depths of God with readers: go to the depths yourself. Guest Shadia Hrichi shares how God took her deep into one of the worst memories of her life—and redeemed it. Now she can serve her readers with a depth of wisdom found only … The post 169 – Sharing the Depths of God with Guest Shadia Hrichi, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-07-0418 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepSharing the Depths of God with Guest Shadia Hrichi, Part 1There are few things that are both hard AND fun, but guest Shadia Hrichi says that perfectly describes writing. From unexpected beginnings to realizing God was asking her to dig deeper and share her own struggles and pain, Shadia tells how God has led and challenged her to plumb the depths of his nature so … The post 168 – Sharing the Depths of God with Guest Shadia Hrichi, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-06-2023 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDo You Really Know Who God Is? Part 4It’s so easy for us, when we’ve known someone a long time, been around them every day, to take for granted that we know them inside and out. And yet, there are always things we don’t know. In fact, some of what we think we know are just assumptions. We’re inclined to do this not … The post 167 – Do You Really Know Who God Is? Part 4 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-06-0823 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepFind Happiness in Chaos with Guest Tricia GoyerChaos is a given in life today, especially if you’re a writer. Finding time to write in the midst of all that’s going on can seem impossible. Which can be depressing and frustrating. Which can steal our ability to enjoy the task God has given us to share His stories. Guest Tricia Goyer is here … The post 166 – Find Happiness in Chaos with Guest Tricia Goyer appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-05-2327 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDo You Really Know Who God Is? Part 3If ever there was someone we should get to know intimately, it’s God. How can we write about him and his truth if we don’t have a deep understanding of who he—the source of all truth—is? Join us as we explore God’s attributes and gain a clearer picture of the One we follow, love, and … The post Do You Really Know Who God Is? Part 3 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-05-0924 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepBe a Pen Warrior! with Guest Cathy GohlkeAs writers, our goal is to encourage and challenge our readers, to point them to God and His truth. In fact, guest Cathy Gohlke takes that a step farther and encourages us to be “pen warriors and light bearers.” She shares how God showed her this was her job as a writer, and how you, … The post 164 – Be a Pen Warrior! with Guest Cathy Gohlke appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-04-1828 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepFollow Your Dreams with Guest Debbie MacomberGuest Debbie Macomber is a firm believer in following your God-given dreams. Why? Because everyone told her, from an early age, the dream God gave her—to be a writer—couldn’t happen! But she kept going until the dream God gave her was a reality far beyond her imaginings! About Debbie Macomber Debbie Macomber is a #1 … The post 163 – Follow Your Dreams with Guest Debbie Macomber appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-04-0426 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDo You Really Know Who God Is? Part 2God is SO big. So full of mystery and wonder and power. How can our human minds ever really know him? By taking one attribute at a time and savoring it, letting him reveal himself to us. Come join us as we explore more attributes of the character of Almighty God. Thanks to our sponsors … The post Do You Really Know Who God Is? Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-03-2126 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepBe a Prayer Influencer! with Guest Lenora WorthAs writers, we hope and pray that our words will reach readers’ hearts and minds. That our work will influence them to go deeper with God. But there’s another way we can open ourselves for God to use us, and that’s to use our words in prayer. Guest Lenora Worth shares how God has blessed … The post 161 – Be a Prayer Influencer! with Guest Lenora Worth appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-03-0726 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGuest Chase Replogle Helps Writers Move Forward After a Hard HitWe all rejoice when that amazing call comes telling us someone is offering a contract for our work. What a wonder! And it’s easy to think we’ve made it. That it’s all downhill from here. And yet, there are times when that wonder—and the contract—are canceled. Whether you know the why or not, that is a … The post 160 – Guest Chase Replogle Helps Writers Move Forward After a Hard Hit appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-02-2125 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDo You Really Know Who God Is? Part 1We’ve heard it before: “God is my everything.” It’s true, but do you really know what that means? He’s so much more than we can imagine. So come go deeper into just a few of the attributes of God and learn what those particular attributes mean to your writing career and your life. Thanks to … The post 159 – Do You Really Know Who God Is? Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-02-0727 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHope for ProcrastinatorsMost of us procrastinate, but not all of us are procrastinators. Periodic procrastination is one thing, but constantly putting off things you need to do can have a negative impact on your writing, health, and relationships. If you let it. But there is hope for chronic procrastinators! But first, thank you to all our patrons … The post 158 – Hope for Procrastinators appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-01-2433 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepSoul Care for the New Year with Guest Edie MelsonThe new year is here! Which means a lot of us are thinking about what we want to do and be in 2022. But are you taking time for you? More important, for your soul? Guest Edie Melson is here to help you do exactly that! About Edie Melson Edie Melson is a woman of … The post 157 – Soul Care for the New Year with Guest Edie Melson appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2022-01-1027 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow the Incarnation can Rejuvenate Your WritingThe incarnation. The wonder of God, in human form, dwelling with us. These are more than just words. They are a profound reality filled with mystery and sacrifice and wonder. But do we really embrace this reality? Join us as we savor and explore this deep wonder—a miracle that has the power to refill our … The post 156 – How the Incarnation Can Rejuvenate Your Writing appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-12-2026 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThriving as a Writer During the HolidaysSo many writers find themselves torn between writing during the holidays and spending time with family and friends. If they take time off, they feel guilty or like they’re being “unprofessional.” But it’s not only okay to take time off, it’s beneficial! We’ve got great ideas from other writers to help you thrive during the … The post 155 – Thriving as a Writer During the Holidays appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-12-0624 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhy Your Day Job Matters with Guest Tom NelsonMost writers would love to be writing full time, but it isn’t financially feasible. Enter the day job, which, let’s face it, can sometimes feel more like a curse than a blessing. Author and pastor Tom Nelson is here to tell you why your day job matters far more than you know. In fact, your … The post 154 – Why Your Day Job Matters with Guest Tom Nelson appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-11-2233 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDeep Prayer with Guest Brandilyn Collins, Part 2Ever feel like your prayer life lacks power? Or like it’s more cursory than robust? How would our prayers—and our writing life—change if we understood how to hear God’s Spirit, and knew how to stand firm in our authority as God’s children? Guest Brandilyn Collins shares a powerful, game-changing model of transformational prayer. About Brandilyn … The post 153 – Deep Prayer with Guest Brandilyn Collins, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-11-0920 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDeep Prayer with Guest Brandilyn CollinsAs believers, we know about prayer. But do we really? Do we use ALL the tools God has given us for prayer? Guest Brandilyn Collins takes us deeper into understanding how to pray with Christ’s power and authority. About Brandilyn Collins Best-selling novelist Brandilyn Collins is known for her trademark Seatbelt Suspense. Her harrowing crime … The post 152 – Deep Prayer with Brandilyn Collins, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-10-1829 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow to Replace Bad Habits with Good OnesWe know that good habits can have a great influence on us, but negative habits have an influence too. Everyone knows how hard it is to break a bad habit, but there’s good news! Come discover effective ways to replace your bad habits…and their destructive influence. But first, thank you to all our patrons on Patreon! … The post 151 – How to Replace Bad Habits with Good Ones appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-10-0433 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow to Build Useful HabitsWe all have habits. Some good, some not so good. But did you realize that your habits can save you from such things as decision fatigue and damaging behavior? Come listen in as we explore how to turn your habits into powerful allies in a world overflowing with tension and struggle. But first, thank you … The post 150 – How to Build Useful Habits appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-09-2029 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow to Overcome Decision FatigueDecisions. More and more of them are thrown at us today than ever before. And in so many cases, we just don’t have the knowledge or information we need to make wise choices. In fact, we have so many decisions and choices to make that we’ve become immobilized. Making decisions seems like the hardest thing … The post 149 – How to Overcome Decision Fatigue appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-09-0631 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepUsing the Stories in Our Lives with Guest Laurel ThomasSo often writers wonder how to find themes for their books, but our guest this week, Laurel Thomas, has good news! God has planted rich themes in your own journey and life! Come listen in as Laurel gives us guidelines and tips for not just finding those themes, but understanding what to do with them. … The post 148 – Using the Stories in Our Lives with Guest Laurel Thomas appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-08-2326 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepLetting Go of Control with Guest Cara PutmanIt’s a fact: control is an illusion! And nowhere is that more true than in publishing. Yes, we can control what we do and how hard we work. But the results? That’s all in God’s hands. Cara Putman—a talented writer, professor, and mentor—with a definite A+type personality—shares the wonder and joy found in giving up control and trusting … The post 147 – Letting Go of Control with Guest Cara Putman appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-08-0928 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the Deep146 – 5 Things No One Told You About the Writing JourneyBeing a writer is exciting and fun—and overflowing with the unexpected. There are things coming on your writing journey that no one told you about! But it’s okay. We’re here to share what some of those things are, and, more important, to help you develop tools to endure and be refined in the unexpected. But first, … The post 146 – 5 Things No One Told You About the Writing Journey appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-07-1924 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepEmbrace God's Mystery with Guest Robin Jones GunnDo things happen in your writing life that just don’t make sense? Do you sometimes wonder if you can take one more unexpected crisis or change? Are you tempted to wonder WHAT on earth is God thinking? Guest Robin Jones Gunn has faced those same kinds of things most of her writing career and shares … The post 145 – Embrace God’s Mystery with Guest Robin Jones Gunn appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-07-0634 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDon't Let False Guilt Hinder Your WritingGuilt, real guilt, serves a purpose in our faith and lives. But, as he often does, Satan has taken something God intended for good and warped it. Enter false guilt. We’ll share how to identify it—and escape it—so that you and your writing shine God’s light in this weary world. But first, thank you to … The post 144 – Don’t Let False Guilt Hinder Your Writing appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-06-2126 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Gift of GuiltNo one likes feeling guilty. Knowing they’ve done something wrong or hurt someone by their actions, or by their spoken or written words. Even believers too often seem steeped in guilt, held back from doing what God has asked them to do, like write His truths to people. But the reality is that guilt is … The post 143 – The Gift of Guilt appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-06-0726 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepSeeing Through God's Eyes with Guest Tim ShoemakerIt’s hard to let go of our expectations when we embark on this journey of writing God’s truth. Whether the path we’re on is to write fiction or nonfiction, we think we have an idea of how it will go. Then reality smacks us between the eyes. Guest Tim Shoemaker reveals how it all makes … The post 142 – Seeing Through God’s Eyes with Guest Tim Shoemaker appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-05-1726 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWriting with a Full-Time JobWriting is never easy, but it can be especially challenging when you have a full-time job. It can seem so hard to find writing time on top of everything else! But we’ve got some great tips and strategies, shared by those facing the same challenges, to help you in this seemingly impossible task. But first, … The post 141 – Writing with a Full-Time Job appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-05-0328 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepOvercoming Health Obstacles with Guest Lindsay A. FranklinSo many writers deal with not just one health issue, but multiple issues. It can feel like our bodies are attacking us or even sabotaging our efforts to write. Guest Lindsay A. Franklin understands, and she’s here to share how God is bringing her through her own health struggles and enabling her to meet deadlines … The post 140 – Overcoming Health Obstacles with Guest Lindsay A. Franklin appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-04-2023 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWaiting for Answers with Guest Lindsay A. FranklinSo many times on our writing journey, and in our lives, we find ourselves waiting…and waiting…and waiting for answers we need. It can even feel as though God has forgotten us. Guest Lindsay Franklin shares her experiences with waiting for answers and what amazing insights God taught her as she waited. About Lindsay A. Franklin … The post 139 – Waiting for Answers with Guest Lindsay A. Franklin appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-04-0627 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepCompelled by God with Guest Paul HastingsGuest Paul Hastings brings his podcast listeners tales of people compelled to live for God, no matter the opposition. From facing assassins, to refusing to renounce faith in God to save a career-building opportunity, to everyday moments of standing strong for God, these stories inspire and challenge us to step up in our lives—and in … The post 138 – Compelled by God with Guest Paul Hastings appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-03-2228 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWriting from the Heart with Guest Nadine BrandesDoes it feel like every word you write lately is a challenge? When guest Nadine Brandes wrote her award-winning Out of Time series, her writing flowed from her heart and passion. Then came a book that she wrote mostly from the head. She shares that difficult part of her writing journey and how God used … The post 137 – Writing from the Heart with Guest Nadine Brandes appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-03-0825 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow Do You Listen to God?Listening to God is vital for our writing and our faith, but HOW do you listen to Him? Many of us wish we could do it better! We’ve asked some of the writers we know to share their thoughts and tips on ways to listen to God—REALLY listen. Come join in and learn! But first, … The post 136 – How Do You Listen to God? appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-02-2224 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDeveloping Courage as a Writer with Guest Thomas Umstattd Jr.There are a number of things you have to do to be a writer, and a number of attributes you need to develop. Chief among them? Courage. Without it, your writing will never touch hearts. Let guest Thomas Umstattd Jr. help you develop this essential attribute in your life. About Thomas Umstattd Jr. Thomas Umstattd … The post 135 – Developing Courage as a Writer with Guest Thomas Umstattd Jr. appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-02-0826 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepWhen God Opens Doors with Guest Mary DeMuthHow do you know if God is opening a door for you? How can you tell if going through, and even changing directions, is exactly what God wants for you? Guest Mary DeMuth shares keys to understanding new opportunities—even when we feel insecure—and to following God’s path boldly in this constantly changing world of writing. … The post 134 – When God Opens Doors with Guest Mary DeMuth appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-01-2524 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepDetours on Your Writing JourneyWe’ve all been there. You’re cruising along on your writing journey, powered by motivation and excited about the work, when WHAM! A detour comes out of nowhere and clobbers you. Everything screams to a halt, and you’re left reeling. But as bad as a detour can feel, we’re here to tell you that more often … The post 133 – Detours on Your Writing Journey appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2021-01-1128 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow to Avoid Writer's Burnout, Part 3Why is it so easy for writers who follow Christ to be derailed? Why do we, who are made in God’s image, forget that and find ourselves worn out, tempted to quit, or even angry and frustrated? Part of the answer is that we’re human and fallible. But the biggest reason is that we don’t … The post 132 – How to Avoid Writer’s Burnout, Part 3 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2020-12-2818 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow to Avoid Writer's Burnout, Part 2Burnout is a thief. It steals creativity, robs us of joy, and pilfers our ability to write what God has given us to write. So what’s a writer to do when burnout shows up on the horizon? Stop it dead! Come listen in as we discuss simple, effective steps for heading burnout off at the … The post 131 – How to Avoid Writer’s Burnout, Part 2 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2020-12-0721 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepFacing Decisions That Could End Your Career with Guest Tamera AlexanderPublishing is a tough career. Writers have to work so hard and learn so much to maintain a successful career. So what would you do if everything was going great and then wham! You’re asked to make a choice between truth and your career? Guest Tamera Alexander shares her experience. About Tamera Alexander Tamera Alexander … The post 130 – Facing Decisions That Could End Your Career with Guest Tamera Alexander appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2020-11-2333 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepHow to Avoid Writer's Burnout, Part 1No writer plans to get burned out. Yet so many of us end up there. We wake up one day to find we’ve lost our passion. Our vision. Our hope. We’re weighed down and weary, drowning in a tsunami of life’s demands, not to mention the writerly tasks we can never catch up with. And … The post How to Avoid Writer’s Burnout, Part 1 appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2020-11-0921 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepGod's Purposes in Our Writing with Guest Nick HarrisonGuest Nick Harrison has done it all: librarian, bookstore owner, editor, writer, and agent. And through it all, he’s learned so much about what it takes to succeed, not just in publishing, but in being obedient to the God who asked him to write. Listen in as he shares keys to understanding God’s purposes in … The post 128 – God’s Purposes in Our Writing with Guest Nick Harrison appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2020-10-1926 minWrite from the Deep
Write from the DeepThe Cure for DevastationDevastation: Wildfires. Rioting. Looting. Floods. One terrible thing after another seems to be happening nowadays. Some just unpleasant, but some have leveled people’s lives. They’ve lost everything but the clothes on their backs. How does anyone, writers included, move forward after losing everything? Come join us to find out. But first, thank you to all … The post 127 – The Cure for Devastation appeared first on Write from the Deep.
2020-10-0526 minPastor Writer: Conversations on Reading, Writing, and the Christian Life
Pastor Writer: Conversations on Reading, Writing, and the Christian LifeKaren Ball & Erin Taylor Young — Why Writers Give UpI'm joined by Karen Ball & Erin Taylor Young, cohosts of the Write from the Deep Podcast. From their experience as authors, editors, and coaches they describe why so many writers give up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2018-12-0350 min