The Story I Never Should Have Told
Recently, I spoke to a women’s Bible study and opened with this story.
I spent five summers lifeguarding back when we reached for baby oil instead of sunscreen. Now, I schedule regular skin cancer screenings.
5 Ways You Know You Are Called To Write
As I typed the words on the paper, mixed emotions filled my mind. Were my words worth it? Did they make any difference? The sacrifices made felt weighty in the moment, and the sting of a...
Continue ReadingPerfectionism, a Beginner’s Plight
In high school I enrolled in many art classes, and as a natural procrastinator, I was often behind on projects. One day, in an effort to catch up, I hastily swiped 20 strokes of charcoal...
Continue ReadingDon’t Let the Doubt Stop You
Throughout the entire writer's conference, I'd learned a great deal about various types of writing. By the last day, I felt tired and ready to go home, but one remaining breakout session still called my name:...
Continue ReadingYou are not “Just a Writer”
There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed.” I wrote this quote from Hemingway on a small, pink piece of paper. It’s been on my fridge for...
Continue ReadingMeanwhile, God …
This was not my finest hour. When the “update” hit my inbox, I was ready and waiting. Out of all submissions of late, I knew I’d nailed this one. I just knew...
Continue ReadingThe Value of a Critique Group
One of the best ways to improve your writing is by getting feedback from others. Writing is a form of communication. It doesn’t matter what the writer means. It only matters what the reader understands. Grammatically...
Continue ReadingIt’s Time To Unlock Those Words Hidden Inside Of You, by Lysa TerKeurst
When You’re Questioning God’s Call to Write
Today's blog post is written by Micah Juntunen, a talented member of COMPEL Training! If you have ever felt called by God to be a writer or share your story, or have been pursuing that call...
Continue ReadingWho Told You That?
This is your moment. You’ve finally mustered the courage to climb out of “creative hiding.” You’ve carved out a sliver of time to write without the threat of distraction. You rush to open your computer. Your...
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