FaithWriters September 2014 "News & Information for the Write Brained Christian" Today's Devotional and the Newest Member E-books Included
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| | | We Need Your Testimony - Only Two Weeks Left To Enter Currently Accepting Submissions for our Second Book of Testimonies
If your entry was not chosen last year, please polish it up and consider entering it again this year. If you have a true story you want to share, this is the perfect way to do it. Get full submission guidelines here: http://faithwriters.com/win_a_publishing_package.php
We will now accept entries from members who were in the first book and want to submit a new version of their testimony.
Deadline 9-15-14
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| | Grace is Calling
By Lynn Gipson
The phone rang today. It was Grace. Not a lady named Grace, but a doctor named Burnett. "Your biopsy came back negative," he said.
Hello? Grace calling once again. I've had many calls from Grace in the past three years and I know the voice so well, though the voice always changes and it does not necessarily have to come through the phone line. Sometimes Grace can be a man and sometimes women. Sometimes a doctor and sometimes a friend.
I am a cancer survivor. I was told three years ago I didn't have long to live. Seizures from a brain tumor should have killed me, but Grace called up and said, "Not yet dear." Surgery took care of the tumor.
Stage four colon cancer then tried to steal me but Grace called again and said, "no, sweetie, still not your time." A cocky young surgeon showed up and must have been Grace. He did my surgery for free because I had no insurance, and it was extensive, expensive surgery. He did it for free because he was convinced he was the only one who could do it properly. Then Grace came disguised as an oncologist, and I know he came straight from God because I could see right away he was a healer. He told me he could fix this and he did. Grace calling.
Grace appeared again when a man in Florida who had never seen me before heard of my plight and helped me get the insurance I needed to get back into the hospital I owed so much money to. I was waiting for financial aid and meanwhile my cancer had spread to my uterus. That man deserves a purple heart and a crown in heaven because I am convinced he saved my life. Grace calling again.
Meanwhile, I've had so many calls from the Grace of God I can't begin to count them. At night when I was alone for the month I was in the hospital, Grace called out to me all the time. Grace came in the guise of nurses, doctors, therapists and my two granddaughters.
The good Lord knows I don't deserve Grace, but He loves me regardless of this, and He knew I was all alone in this world so he sent me one of His greatest gifts.
I get calls from Grace every day, telling me I am loved, worthy of life and forgiven. I am at a loss for words to describe how grateful I am. Surely God is saving me for something better than the life I have lived so far.
I had a doctor's appointment last week. Something suspicious made a biopsy necessary. I worried as I waited for the results of the test and for the doctor to call. I should know by now I need not have.
The phone's ringing again. It must be Grace.
Lynn is a cancer survivor and a very active member of FaithWriters. Contact |
| | Big News FaithWriters!
Raffle For An Additional Xulon Press Publishing Package
Open to all Silver, Gold and Platinum members with NO manuscript submission requirements or judging.
We wanted to make the last comprehensive publishing package Xulon has graciously offered us to a wider group of members. Many who may not yet have the ability to win a writing contest but have a real vision from God. Therefore we are running an old fashioned raffle where the winner can publish any type of Christian book they desire. You must be a FaithWriters member and enter this specific drawing to be eligible. You even have the option to greatly improve your chances of winning by completing over 30 simple tasks on FaithWriters (Like us on Facebook, Tweet, post articles, comment on articles, read free books, subscribe to our devotional, write a devotional, enter the Challenge, critique articles and more). Each task has a different point value from one to ten entry credits and some can be done every day to build up entries. There is no limit to the number of entries you can earn and the more you do the greater your chances of winning. At the end of the contest the winners will be drawn randomly.
Go HERE and scroll down the page to the third publishing package contest and read the details. While you are there take a look at all of the publishing contests. Platinum members can enter all four, Gold can enter two and Silver can enter today's newly released raffle.
Xulon (zoo' lon): Greek word used by John to describe the Book of Life in Revelation. |
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The 2014 Page Turner Contest is open! Includes Possibility of Publication just like our 2013 winner Theresa Santy
Calling all non-fiction writers! The eighth annual Page Turner Contest is now open for submissions! All that’s required is the first chapter of your completed or just-started non-fiction manuscript, along with a synopsis of the entire book. This could be just what you need to spur you on to fulfilling that dream of being a publishing author! You have plenty of time to enter, but now is a great time to start brainstorming, plotting, and outlining. Deadline is October 31st, 2014. Winners will be announced in December.
First Prize: $800 cash, editing of your entire manuscript, possibility of publication and more! For complete guidelines, visit the official contest page: PAGE TURNER Earns Credits Towards Xulon Raffle |
| | | Christian Fiction Contest is Open Winner to Receive a Xulon Publishing Package Earns Credits Towards Xulon Raffle
1) PLATINUM MEMBER CONTEST – Fiction entries with a sound biblical message
If you have completed a manuscript or have an idea for a fiction book with a sound underlying Biblical message, this contest is for you. Simply submit at least the first chapter by November 30, 2014. There will be one winning entry, and the author will receive a Xulon publishing package. Click on the following link for full details:
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| | Testimony Book - Trials and Triumphs Available in our store & on Amazon The Powerful and Personal Testimonies of Forty FaithWriters
Support fellow members by getting a copy of this inspiring book, which contains 40 true stories from members who live for Jesus no matter what. These testimonies are powerful and encouraging, and maybe just what you need to strengthen your faith. Makes a great book to leave on your coffee table for a conversation starter. Check it out! http://faithwriters.com/testimonies.php.
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| | | IDisciple Now Has Over 140,000 Users!
FaithWriters devotionals will finally be active on IDisciple. They will appear roughly 90 days after they appear on the FaithWriters site and the 10,000 plus other sites the devotional is on.
FaithWriters Daily Devotion is slotted to be on the primary IDisciple promotional panel on September 3rd. They currently have over 140,000 users. The main promotional panel is the first thing a user sees when opening the IDisciple app.
This is a great increase in exposure for FaithWriters members who submit devotionals for FaithWriters. The growth of IDisciple membership also means more exposure for our members who submit articles to the IDisciple program. If you are a very good to exceptional writer and would be interested in submitting articles for IDisciple.org, email Michael@faithwriters.com for more information. This is an exposure opportunity only. There is not financial compensation. |
| | Xulon Publishing Package
Ten percent discount for Platinum members and five percent for Gold. These discounts are off Xulon's best advertised price at the time you commit to purchase. This discount could potentially save you hundreds off a publishing package with them.
Don't let a shortage of funds stop you from fulfilling your publishing dream!
Xulon Press offers interest free payment plans to get you started. We’ll even work on your book while you’re making timely payments.Call your Author Consultant at 866-381-2665 to discuss the payment option that's best for you!
Make sure to tell them you are a FaithWriters member and want your discount. If you are not currently upgraded you could very well save twice the cost or more of your FaithWriters membership making upgrading at FaithWriters something to consider. |
| | Are You Missing Out on a Huge FaithWriters Advantage?
We have paid editors who visit the Critique Circle on a regular basis and they are telling us they need more submissions. This is a real chance to receive some very constructive and private critiques of your writing. Earns Credits Towards Xulon Raffle. |
| | Great Multitude Daily Bible Devotional Posted on Over 10,000 Websites Plus 15,000 Distributed by Email and Twitter
Receive it by email or place it on your website HERE
Follow Jesus? What's In It For Me?
Philippians 4:19 "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."
A rich, young ruler approached Jesus and asked what everyone else wanted to know, "How do I get eternal life?" The Bible says Jesus reminded him of the Law of Moses. I imagine the young man's eyes lit up, "I've done all of that!" Then Jesus added one more thing, "Sell all that you have, give the money to the poor and come, follow me."
Usually, we focus on Jesus' instruction to sell his belongings and give the money to the poor, but we don't often consider what Jesus said next, "Come, follow me."
So much blessing is buried in those three words. In that simple phrase, while instructing the man to forsake his worldly treasures, Jesus also invited him to receive all that he could ever desire or need. Jesus well could have said, "Come, and I will feed you and five thousand others. Come, and I will call you my friend and my family, you will never be alone. Come, and I will teach you. Come, and I will wash your feet. Come, and I will protect you-even when they come to arrest and kill me.
We will never give up or lose anything that God has not provided in Jesus Christ. He gave everything for us and to in His perfect Son.
Abby Kelly is the author of The Predatory Lies of Anorexia: A Survivor's Story. Her blog can be found at www.predatory-lies.com. Having just moved, she and her husband are exploring their new state of Tennessee. Contact
FaithWriters members are encouraged to submit a devotional for publication HERE. Earns Credits Towards Xulon Raffle. |
| | | | | | | DISCOUNT - Guide to Marketing Books in the Christian Marketplace
The newly updated and expanded version of this award-winning title is packed with valuable information on promoting books in the unique Christian marketplace. This is the essential resource for anyone involved in producing and promoting Christian books.You will find many great ideas you need to market your book, and FaithWriters has negotiated a member discount .
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Be a blessing to someone today by letting others pray for you or by praying for them! |
| | Really Big News For Free Silver Members! FaithWriters Private Messenger Available to You Now
All members can now receive direct private messages from anyone interested in their writing through private messenger. If you had previously listed your email address in your profile, it should be removed now to reduce potential spam to your email address. Private messenger provides you with a level of privacy and security you did not have when posting your actual email address.
Note: Private messages with job opportunities will still only be sent to upgraded members. If you want to benefit from those opportunities you will need to upgrade HERE. |
| | | Freedom in Christ Are you suffering from doubt, reoccurring sin, condemnation, fear, worry, stress, guilt, shame, depression or addiction.
Take our thirty day challenge HERE and see what happens. We have already had great feedback. Then let us know if it helps you. Earns Credits Towards Xulon Raffle. |
| | Fishers of Men Together We Spread the Gospel
We wanted to remind you that FaithWriters is unique in its dual purpose: We are writers and evangelists. On FaithWriters, you'll find fiction, non-fiction, poems, devotionals, Bible studies and other articles written from a Christian perspective; content you will not find on a site that is strictly evangelistic in nature, or on a general writing site. With so much variety, we receive many visitors who might not go to a traditional evangelism site. Many may not even be looking for Jesus, but Jesus still meets them when they visit. In our experience, God tends to find people where they are in their life. This may be while they are reading your article about marriage or divorce. It might happen when they read about struggles with sin or your fictional story. What we are saying is to keep on submitting your various pieces that could only be authored by you. You never know who will be touched and moved by your work.
Men and women from over 225 countries are drawn to the FaithWriters site by the various articles on the end of our virtual fishing pole. Many have no other way than the internet to find out about Jesus. They are able to learn a lot from our site and the sister-sites to which we have provided links. Many click on the sites we link to that offer in-depth information on Jesus because they are able to get more information in their native language.
Hundreds of people from around the world have accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior directly through FaithWriters. Plus, as mentioned, we refer many people to other sites to help answer their questions and accommodate their language. We know it is not about just about numbers. We also know that accepting Jesus and confessing Him is just where it starts. It is honor to consider the fact that God would use us in this way. The numbers are encouraging for us though and we will love encouragement.
We contact every person who leaves an email address, and provide them with more information. Sometimes we correspond with them several times. We even offer to place them in contact with another believer (FaithWriters member) in their country.
Consider how much time people --- especially kids --- spend on the internet these days. Watch this two minute video on how Kimberly found God on the internet.
Thank You FaithWriters
Mike & Bea
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| | | Platinum Members are Eligible to Enter ALL Contests During the YearUpgrade today and support FaithWriters
At FaithWriters, we want to help you grow as a writer as we work together to spread the gospel. We really appreciate all of our members. However, like any business, we have website overhead, employees, and other expenses. Because most FaithWriters are free Silver members, please consider helping FaithWriters by UPGRADING to Platinum or UPGRADING to Gold. We promise to do all we can to give you a lot more than it costs. Another way you can help is by purchasing products through our Amazon links. They are found at the top of most site pages and are entitled Shop, Save, Support. We thank you for your prayers and support. -- Mike & Bea and the FaithWriters staff
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| | | | | | Books added to our bookstore in the last month as described by each author.
Biblical studies
Leviticus
Wayne Mac Leod
Your Price: $4.99
A Devotional Look at God's Standard of Behaviour for the Old Testament Believer
from Amazon.com!
Exodus
Wayne Mac Leod
Your Price: $4.99
A Devotional Look at Israel's Exodus from Egypt and Organization at Mount Sinai
from Amazon.com!
Devotionals
A Month of Miracles
Lynne Stamm
Your Price: $4.95
"A Month of Miracles" is a devotional challenge to take time to recognize the miracles in your own life. There are small, seemingly insignificant events which are miracles as well including compassion, mercy, comfort, courage, and human love. Easy to read and excellent devotional for young believers
from Amazon.com!
Fiction
Double Edged Blade
Jim Scorzelli
Your Price: $9.99
Heaven has its hands full looking after Joel Somers. Gang member turned Christian, Joel experiences the angst of sudden homelessness, the joy of Christian friendships, increasingly dangerous clashes with former gang members, and the ambivalent return of his once-criminal dad.
from Amazon.com!
Women's Interest
From the Miry Clay
ETURUVIE EREBOR
Your Price: $0.99
This book, “From the Miry Clay”, is based on real life events and is the story of a young Christian woman desperate to save her marriage from the strange woman. In this intriguing story, told in the first person narrative, Eturuvie Erebor paints with words a vivid picture of the pain and agony of Temisan Omabuwa, rejected by the man she loved and left to sink in the miry clay.
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Available in more formats from:
Smashwords.com
Made New ~ A Hippie Chick's Journey of Forgiveness ~ Pen-name Judy C. Hope
Cheryl Robinson
Your Price: $4.95
In the midst of past or present abuse do you ever ask yourself “Where’s God in all of this?” In her memoir, Judy C. Hope shares her years of sexual abuse and the pit of despair she found herself in and how God redeemed her to make her new in Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:17
from Amazon.com!
Free Reads For Reviews
Achieving God's Vision: Four Keys To Attain His Vision For Your Life
Emilou Ilagan
Your Price: $0.99
A Christian business book for students, young adults, new entrepreneurs or almost anyone wanting to know God's original intent, purpose, calling, and vision for their lives. This book will mentor you step by step on how to discover and achieve God's vision for your life.
from Amazon.com!
Jewels from Heaven
Joy Chiasson
Your Price: $4.95
These are poems for encouragement during hard times. Poems for helping us see the One and only Saviour that can save and keep us.
from Amazon.com!
Seasons with Christ, My journey from different to distinguished
Maretha Retief
Your Price: $0.00
This is a story of grace, hope and second chances in Jesus Christ. Apart from the many trials that life might throw at a person, there is always a choice whether you are going to see them as obstacles or turn them into stepping stones.
Available in more formats from:
Smashwords.com
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