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Christian writers need encouragement. If you're reading this, we're assuming that you have a call to write words that glorify God. Whether you write fiction or nonfiction, you desire to honor Jesus in your writing. We want to encourage you as fellow Christian writers who understand the battle. Our prayer is that each of these devotions will provide a nugget of truth that helps refill you to be a "priestly pen" in the hands of the Author of Life!

Do you desire to encounter Jesus? When we “encounter” something, we are coming face-to-face with it. In Luke 24, we see an interesting encounter between the resurrected Jesus and two of his followers as they were walking from Jerusalem to the town of Emmaus. Luke tells us that “Jesus himself suddenly came and began walking with them” (Luke 24:15). By the end of this encounter, these two travelers were left amazed as they realized they had been with Jesus himself, “Didn’t our hearts burn within us as he talked with us on the road and explained the Scriptures to us?” (Luke 24:32...

We all have a story to tell. And that's what this book is about. It's a collection of 35 true stories of forgiveness to inspire and encourage you. These stories come from 33 different people from various walks of life. So, no matter where you are at in your journey of life, we believe you will find hope while listening to this book. Unshackled and Free Freedom...isn't that what we truly want? To be unshackled and free from whatever holds us back and imprisons us.

Do you desire to have a heart for prayer?Psalms 27:8 says, “My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me.” And my heart responds, “Lord, I am coming.”Our Father God longs for his children to spend time with him. Having a heart for prayer is simply having a heart for relationship. When we enjoy being with someone, we find ourselves lingering in their presence. One cup of coffee turns into two and before we know it, we lose track of time.That’s the way it can be when we linger with our Abba Father. He’s never in a hurry to leave and never grows impatient in waiting for us....

The Hebrew word for manna literally means, “What is it?” God would provide this heavenly food for the Israelites day in and day out for forty years! The Psalmist puts it this way as he recalls this incredible period in Israel’s history, “He rained down manna for them to eat; he gave them bread from heaven. They ate the food of angels! God gave them all they could hold.” (Psalm 78:24-25) Over the course of these next twenty-one days, it’s my hope that God would supply spiritual manna from heaven for our souls. Each day is meant to provide some nourishment from the endless feast ...

Living A Life of Generosity Do you want to live a life of generosity? Over the course of 21 days, God began to change me as I spent intentional time seeking Him regarding this topic of generosity. This also led me to writing out 21 prayers of generosity and compiling 21 stories of generosity. I want to share what I learned with you in the pages of this book. Generosity is something that we grow in through practice. Just as it takes time to learn a new skill or hobby, it takes time to cultivate generosity into the very fabric of our lives. Each day we're all given opportunities to extend ...

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There’s something powerful about praying God’s Word over our lives and writing. By ‘praying God’s Word’ we’re talking about piggybacking off of the words and prayers found throughout the Scriptures. Utilizing God’s Word in our prayers is like laying down kindling to help start a fire in our own hearts. If we need a prayer jumpstart, we can lift up the many prayers found throughout the Bible while adjusting those prayers for our own personal situation. As Christian writers and creatives, we relate to the Kingdom writers of old as we also endeavor to write words that outlive us ...

Writing a book is not for everyone. However, for you, writing is your calling. You feel compelled by God to write. You’re getting a lot of things right, but you know God has more for you in the Kingdom of God as a writer. Want to see God move in even greater ways through your writing? If so, this book can help you. Kingdom writers, let the words flow as you allow God to write through you. You are priestly pens in the hands of the author of life. God wants to use your words to impact lives for eternity. It's time to write words that will outlive you. Will you give God your yes?

Welcome to Kingdom Writers where CJ and Shelley Hitz help you take a step of faith to finally finish your book. This podcast is filled with spiritual encouragement as well as prayers to help you overcome the resistance you face as a writer. Your story matters! We believe that you have a specific role to play in the kingdom of heaven to impact lives for eternity. And because of this, we will pour out our lives encouraging writers like you to not only tell your stories but to take the courageous step of self-publishing your stories in books that will outlive you and leave behind a powerful ...

More Smoothie Love! From the author of the original Smoothies For Runners book comes this version 2.0 with more delicious and nutritious smoothie recipes. In Smoothies For Runners 2.0, you'll enjoy 24 more new and exciting recipes that are packed full of healthy nutrients to aid runners at all levels. Along with a description for each recipe, you’ll also find a “Training Tip” that corresponds to the name of each smoothie. Even though the book title is geared toward runners, endurance athletes from cyclists to triathletes will find this book helpful. In fact, anyone who wants to take ...

Join Max Magee on this new adventure where he learns about unconditional love through a mouse named Henry. Wanting something more from life, Henry leaves his family for the excitement Big City. What he finds is that there truly is no place like home and the unconditional love of his family. This interactive eBook contains the following: Optional discussion questions which relate Henry Goes to the Big City to the story of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32. An application question Memory verse Short closing prayer. Bonus: When you buy this book, you will also get access to the MP3 audiobook ...

Welcome to the Christian Writer Success Stories Podcast with CJ and Shelley Hitz. Discover the stories of Christian writers who have taken the courageous step to write and publish their books. Be inspired by what they have learned and how God is using their words to impact lives. This podcast is sponsored by the Book Marketing Shop where authors can find tools, templates, and training to help them reach more readers with their message. Learn more at the website BookMarketingShop.com.

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Are you living a life of generosity? Do you have a desire to be a tool in God's hands to bless others? Generosity is a powerful word. Generosity can come in many forms including time, money, attention, service, or simply a kind word or compliment. Ultimately, the motive behind it is what's truly important. In this audiobook you will hear 21 real stories of generosity from ordinary, everyday people like yourself. Some of the stories focus on being on the giving side while other stories revolve around being the recipient.

In this Kingdom Marketing Mindset eBook, we help Kingdom writers like you follow the blueprint you develop with God in marketing your books. What makes this marketing plan different than most training for authors is that it’s not a “follow my blueprint” program. We won’t give you a cookie-cutter plan, but instead, encourage you to seek God’s strategy for you and your book. Are you ready to approach marketing from a Kingdom mindset?

Prayers Are Powerful Prayer changes me. When I pray consistently to God something changes within me. And it can change you too. However, sometimes it is easy to get caught up in the busyness of life and not take the time to pray. This book can help you form a habit of coming to God everyday in prayer. 21 Days to a New Habit of Prayer They say it takes 21 days to form a new habit. And so I have shared 21 prayers of generosity with you to help you form a habit of prayer in your life. I have taken key truths from scripture and reworded them into prayers of generosity. Combining prayer with ...

**This is the ORIGINAL Smoothies For Runners book written by a REAL and active runner!** Smoothie. Doesn't that word just roll off the tongue nicely? Smoothies have to be one of the greatest inventions (or accidents) in the world of food. But for the runner, they can be one of our best friends. A healthy smoothie recipe can be the perfect recovery food after a long run, provide fuel before a workout and offer a quick and nutritious meal on the go. CJ Has Been a Big Fan of Smoothies For Years Not only are there endless combinations of smoothie recipes that taste great, but these same ...

The Bible isn't just a book that’s over 2000 years old… it’s completely applicable to our lives today—even as teenagers. Paul and CJ know girls and guys don't face the same issues in high school—not even close—so, these devotions were written with today's teen guys in mind. From the friend zone and video games to bullies and basketball, this is a devotional book you’ll be able to relate to. Go ahead. Dig in. Find your true strength in Christ.