More Than a Logophile
Part 1 Over the years, I’ve studied Proverbs 31 a few different times. There are books (I’m looking at you, Captivating) that treat this woman as someone to be pitied, not aspired to. Here’s the thing. The Bible commends this woman. So should we. Verses 10-31 apply to both men and women. Regardless of your … Continue reading Who is the Proverbs 31 Woman?
Think about it. Flattery- To compliment too much or praise insincerely, especially in order to win favor. Excessive or insincere praise. You approach someone and begin complimenting them. All is fine and good, they think you’re sweet, and they’re inclined to believe you. You continue and the line crosses from complimenting to flattery. They still … Continue reading Flattery is Cruel
Ode to Writing Joyful, joyful, I am writing, My novella that I love; Words unfold like flow’rs before me, Fits the story like a glove. Melt the hearts of kin and access Imagination stored away; Give them hope for figures mortal, Heart-felt change is underway. NaNoWriMo starts today, writer friends! If you're participating, more power … Continue reading Fuel Friday: Happy Nano Day!
Some people use beats. Some use acts. Still others use the Story Grid structure. Personally? None of those methods work for me. I use lists. Let me explain When I get a story idea, the first the I do is write down a basic character sketch of my main protagonist(s). (For more on my character … Continue reading How I Plot: 2019 Edition
This week, we’re concluding our study on the woman of God. So far, we’ve looked at various references to women from the Old Testament, including Psalms and Proverbs and extracted the general lesson for us Christian women. Today, we’re covering the New Testament. Matthew 26 A godly woman understands who God is and worships Him … Continue reading Woman of Modesty, Woman of God: Part 3
Redeemed to Love Joyfulness filled my young heart with a promise; Life without fear if I trust Him in crisis. Now that I now that by grace I am rescued From life in sin I would rather conclude That my life shall and forever will be Useful for God’s work and God’s work only. Kindness … Continue reading Fuel Friday: Redeemed to Love
This week, we’re continuing last week’s study on the woman of God. In this study, we'll look at various references to women from Psalms and Proverbs and extract the general lesson for us Christian women. Let us continue. Psalm 113:9 Women are to be joyful, sources of joy, and joyful mothers. Proverbs 2 A godly … Continue reading Woman of Modesty, Woman of God: Part 2
O Friend, it is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of an angry God. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trH_fyKbuZ0 If you are unaware of the Gospel, let me briefly explain: There is a God, an Almighty God, that created everything. He created it perfect and without blemish. He had one law for his creation, and they broke … Continue reading Fuel Friday: In the Hands of God
Most stories start with a writer asking questions. A passing thought about a movie you saw. Wondering how the outcome would’ve changed if this or that had been the case. The questions and wonderings often lead to daydreaming about said character/plot. Pretty soon, that notebook or binder is on your desk (or in your bed) … Continue reading 7 Questions a Writer Asks:
Part 1 In this study, we're going to look at various references to women in Scripture and extract the general lesson for us Christian women. Let us begin. Genesis 2:22-24 Woman was made from the literal body of man. Not from his head, not from his feet; from his side. There to support him, not … Continue reading Woman of Modesty, Woman of God
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