What I Learned from Hosting a Christian Writers Retreat

What I Learned from Hosting a Christian Writers Retreat
Best Tips for Christian Writers

Two weeks ago, I was blessed to host a Christian women writers retreat at Shadow Rest Ministries in Cape Girardeau, MO, which is my hometown. I learned so many wonderful lessons by hosting this retreat, and I’m retelling the story on my blog today. Be sure to keep reading to discover how you can benefit from an online version of this retreat, now available!

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4 Ways to Start Fresh With Your Blog This Year

4 Ways to Start Fresh With Your Blog This Year

Do you intend to start fresh with your blog this year, but don’t know where to start? I’ve given this topic lots of thought as a seasoned blogger, and I’m sharing my most helpful tips in four important areas with you today.

After years of stopping and starting on my blog, I’ve learned that I must be intentional every day to keep it running. I use my blog to bring glory to God as a Christian writer. It’s also the place where I exercise the creative gifts he gave me. He’s using it to bring hope and encouragement to people all over the world, and I rejoice every time I hear from one of my readers.

If you are intentional in four key areas of your blog this year, you’ll be able to look back and see tremendous growth by next year. I’m honored to post on my friend Kelly R. Baker’s site today about these four ways to start fresh with your blog, and here’s a sneak peek at the post.

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When It’s Time to Leave, Be Brave

When It's Time to Leave, Be Brave IG

I’m honored to guest post about a time to leave at my friend Crystal’s site today. In this post, I tell the story of how I needed courage to pursue my calling as a writer, and the path God led me down to take a crucial leap. Here’s a snippet of the post, and I hope you’ll head over to Crystal’s site to read the rest.

Some people are born brave. I’m not one of them.

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How to Draw Close to God While Writing

Blogger Voices Network

Today I’m posting about drawing close to God while writing as a contributor and host of the Blogger Voices Network. It’s a place where Christian women bloggers can gather for support and encouragement. You can link your posts up on Fridays and join the Facebook community for daily encouragement.

Writing is one of the most challenging endeavors you’ll face. But it can be one of the most rewarding too, especially as you draw close to God while you write.

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