Do The Work

2 Timothy 4:5 - “As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.”

Paul gives young Timothy four things to do in this powerful little verse…

1. Be sober-minded - In a world where others may be losing their minds, we are to remain clear in our thinking and focused on the things God has for us

2. Endure suffering - Whether from other people or from our spiritual enemy, we are told to endure which is the ability to withstand pain or hardship

3. Do the work - In Timothy’s case, Paul specifically instructs him to do the work of an evangelist. As Kingdom writers, we might be instructed to “do the work of a writer.”

4. Fulfill Your Ministry - Whatever God has called us to do, we are to complete that task and fulfill what He’s called us to do. Fulfill the ministry of writing that book that needs to get into specific hands the Lord wants to encourage

What does it mean to “do the work”? We’ll look at this topic as it pertains to the Kingdom writer.

The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God

Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully.

Get access to the video and PDF download now here..

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2. Attend online conferences and summits. Sign up to one of the editions of the Kingdom Writers Conference here: https://kingdomwritersconference.com/editions/

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Which option will you choose this week? 

Get valuable insights on writing as a ministry and reaching the right audience for your message as Shelley discusses the importance of consistently creating and publishing content to serve your intended audience, understanding and identifying your target readers.

Take a Step of Faith and Finally Finish Your Book

You have a story to tell. But creating a book that makes an impact isn’t easy, especially without support and guidance.

Our online community, Christian Book Academy, is where we help you write words that leave a legacy, self-publish books that fulfill your calling, and connect with a wider audience.

Click here to learn more.

If there’s one thing we’ve learned over the years about the writing life, it’s that a person needs to have a passion for writing. This passion is fueled by the God we desire to partner with in order to write lasting words of impact. After all, the Kingdom writer is one who is gifted and called by God. The prophet Jeremiah describes our calling with these words,

“But if I say I’ll never mention the Lord or speak in his name, his word burns in my heart like a fire. It’s like a fire in my bones! I am worn out trying to hold it in! I can’t do it!” (Jeremiah 20:9 NLT)

Can you relate to feeling this way? Are the words inside you like a fire in your bones until you’re able to get those words onto paper?

But like many things in life, sometimes our passion and fire can grow dim. Somewhere along the way, we forget about the love we once had for the craft of writing. Instead, we become focused on the destination or the finished product and become impatient when things aren’t lining up the way we want.

Listen in as we talk about recovering our first love for Jesus and a renewed passion in our writing.

The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God

Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully.

Get access to the video and PDF download now here..

If you’re interested in knowing how to find your audience of readers, we highly recommend you listen to this episode. Shelley talks about the significance of knowing where your audience hangs out online and how to engage with established groups. 

Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas 

You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it’s time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives.

Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here.

 Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money

You’ve got a book you’re proud of. Now you’re looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. 

Good news! 

 You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here. 

Why choose to self-publish a book? Join us for this episode as Shelley discusses the opportunities presented by self-publishing, bypassing traditional publishing timelines, and the advantages for authors like you.

Download Your Publishing Map

If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps.

Download it now for free here.

Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop

With our simple 5-step system, you’ll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days.

Here are a few of the topics we’ll cover: 

• The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. 

• My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about)

• The formula I’ve used to easily price my books

• The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) 

• The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll

Get started now here. 

In this episode, Shelley shares insights on how to keep your creativity flowing and seek guidance from God in the writing process. What is the importance of refilling your creative well and how do you do it? Listen to this episode to find out.

Free: Writing Wheel

Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. 

Download it now here.

 Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes

Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers’ block? 

 Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.

Hagar & Ishmael were sent away

Genesis 21:14-19

Is it possible that in her pain & despair, Hagar assumes the worst-that God is not with her and that He will not help her, that He doesn’t see her suffering-and that this perspective blinds her to the well in front of her?

Is it possible that in our own trials and pain, we let that same lie sneak in? Maybe this time He won’t come to my aid-and my eyes become so fixed on that lie that I’m blinded to the grace and joy right in front of me, all around me, or perhaps right around the corner? 

We need God to open our eyes to ideas and possibilities for our books even when our resources have been used up and we feel like we’re dying in the desert.

He wants to inject hope into our writing like a cool glass of water in the midst of drought. 

As you may recall, Hagar found herself in the desert more than once. In chapter 16, near a spring in the desert as a pregnant runaway, she encountered the angel of the Lord and declared, “You are the God who sees me” (El-roi)

You & I will also find ourselves in the desert more than once. And more than once, the God who sees us will be more than faithful to provide for our deepest need as we cry out to Him.

The Power of Having a Weekly Business Meeting with God

Learn the simple steps you can take to implement a weekly business meeting with God. This is one of the most important actions you can take as a Christian writer to ask God for the strategies to write, publish, and market your books successfully.

Get access to the video and PDF download now here..

Are you ready to take your book marketing to the next level? Learn a 5-step marketing plan to effectively promote and sell your book. Listen to this episode and unlock the potential of your book! 

Free: 27 Book Marketing Ideas

You have finally written and published your book. Yay! Now, it’s time to market and promote it to reach more people and inspire lives.

Get instant access to our FREE PDF on 27 Book Marketing Ideas to help you with your book marketing strategy here.

Book Marketing Templates to Save You Time and Money

You’ve got a book you’re proud of. Now you’re looking for a simpler way to get it into the hands of more readers. One way you can do that is through social media. It's free to use...however, it can also take up a lot of your time. 

Good news! 

You can get your social media posts for the next month done in just 90 minutes so that you can reach more readers with your book (without being pushy or salesy) in the Mini-Marketing Messages workshop here. 

Glean insightful tips on the post-publishing phase, including the importance of the book launch and ongoing marketing as Shelley discusses what to expect once your book is released and out in the public. Tune in to know more! 

Download Your Publishing Map

If you want to write and publish a book but don't know where to start, this Publishing Map is for you. You will learn Shelley's 9 simple steps inside her publishing map that will help you gain clarity on your next steps.

Download it now for free here.

Join Our Procrastination to Publication Workshop

With our simple 5-step system, you’ll be able to self-publish a quality Kindle eBook (without breaking the bank) in as little as 30 days.

Here are a few of the topics we’ll cover: 

• The 5-step method for editing, formatting, and designing a book cover so you can publish your Kindle eBook in as little as 30 days. 

• My go-to process for self-editing your manuscript (that writers rave about)

• The formula I’ve used to easily price my books

• The tools you can use to format your book (and who you can hire to do it for you) 

• The 5-minute hack to instantly know if your book cover will stop the scroll

Get started now here. 

In this episode, Shelley shares valuable insights on how to persevere and complete a full-length novel. Get to know the  importance of knowing your why, establishing a community for support and accountability, and incorporating God into the writing, publishing, and marketing process.

Free: Writing Wheel

Learn 5 proven writing strategies you can use today to get more writing done. Download it now here.

Your Book on Paper in Just 90-Minutes

Are you ready to get your book onto paper without the frustration of getting stuck or dealing with writers’ block? 

Get your book out of your head and onto paper by the end of this 90-minute workshop using our 3 simple book writing formulas here.