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December 2017
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The Perfect Religion - Where Have You Been Hiding? by Phillip Cimei
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3. Free publicity and marketing of their book on all FaithWriters' sites for twelve months following publication; and
Two Page Turner runners up will be chosen (one from each of the two categories-fiction and nonfiction). Each runner up will receive:
1. Two one-hour, live online, mentoring sessions with Deb Porter.
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Do You Always Keep a Copy of Your Articles? We STRONGLY recommend you do.
We back up the site regularly but cannot give you a 100% guarantee of there safety. Things happen online as you know. Hackers are a big issue and some out there would like to take a Christian site down. If you log into the site and look in the middle left column of the My Account page under Update and Manage Your Profile/Account, you will see the following link.
Click Here to Download a Copy of Your Articles in Mass
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| | | You Are Just One Comment Away From Being a Great Blessing
We all know how blessed we feel when other writers take the time to comment on our articles. Keeping this in mind, we are asking all members to commit to being a blessing by commenting on at least one Challenge entry per week? It just takes a few minutes, and there are some great entries to read every week.
Be a blessing today by clicking the links below and leaving at least one comment.
Thank you to all our members who do leave comments on a regular basis. |
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Previous Challenge Entry (Level 4 – Masters)
Topic: Countdown to Christmas/Advent (10/23/08)
TITLE: Day-By-Day Anticipation
By Dee YoderThe lights of the stage made my headache scream, and I felt my knees getting wobbly again. The choir director kept stopping the bass section to go over and over the notes on the next to last stanza, and I was feeling increasingly weary. “OK. Let’s take it from the beginning. Ready?” John lifted his arms and the music began. It was the fourth run-through of the song that would be our opening at our church’s annual Christmas play on Christmas Eve. It’s a Christmas countdown and we can hardly wait. Day-by-day anticipation; of our favorite celebration. It’s a Christmas countdown as each day disappears. Three, two, one before you know it, Christmas is here! ”* We had sung this song with enthusiasm four tries ago, but now, we barely moved our lips. My feet ached, as well as my head, and all I wanted to do was go home and go to sleep—preferably for a month. Finally, the practice was over, and I drove home in a stupor. As I walked in the kitchen door, Dale greeted me with a kiss and said, “You look like a whipped puppy.” “Yeah. I feel like a whipped puppy, too.” “How many more practices?” I crossed to the corkboard and marked off the night with a giant red “X.” “Only five, and it seems like five too many. I’m going to get a bath and hit the hay…you coming?” “Naw. I did some shopping tonight and I have a few things to wrap.” He grinned at me and I gave him a big hug as I headed down the hall. “You’re a good hubby…don’t stay up too late,” I called over my shoulder. As I relaxed into the warm water, I thought of the five practices to come and groaned. I was so exhausted; I just didn’t see how I was going to make it through them and then the two performances on Christmas Eve. “Lord, give me strength,” I prayed as I toweled off and stumbled to bed. I pushed my way through the next five practices and could hardly wait to get home each night to wield my red marker on that date on the calendar. “One day to go,” I muttered. The day of the performances was at hand, and I was so tired that I could barely keep my eyes open while we waited backstage for the cue to line up. As I followed the soprano ahead of me to the stage, my knees were once again made of jello, and I drew a deep breath and... finish reading and leave a comment HERE.
Dee is a longtime member of FaithWriters. Find more of her articles, profile and contact information HERE. |
| | One Article Per Month Challenge Witness For Jesus Online
Share the Gospel Online - Visitors From Over 230 Countries
For false christs and false prophets will arise and perform signs and wonders, to lead astray, if possible, the elect. Mark 13:22
While the internet has a lot of great information about Christianity, it's also a breeding ground for completely false information about Christianity. There is a whole host of sites run by atheists who are doing their very best to mislead seekers and destroy Christianity, just search Jesus never existed and see what you find.
Will you make a personal commitment to publish at least one article per month in our regular articles or free reprints sharing the truth of the gospel? It does not need to be a lengthy article, just what God leads you to post. Be creative with your keywords when you post and list things like suicide, divorce, and bankruptcy to draw those who might be considering these.
But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect... 1 Peter 3:15
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Devotionals submitted from members publish on thousands of websites worldwide!
Great Multitude Daily Bible Devotional Receive it by email or place it on your website HERE
What is Maturity – Knowing God's Holiness or God’s Love and Grace? Michael Edwards
God is Holy, Holy, Holy and God is Love.
Some think there is too much preaching on the love and grace of God. They want more mature teachings on God’s holiness, law and even the wrath of God to convict us of our sin. So what message is for the mature, God’s holiness or God’s love?
In Luke 5 we see Peter’s reaction when his new acquaintance Jesus provides a net breaking fish catch. Peter realizes Jesus is at the least sent by God and says, “Depart from me for I am a sinful man.” We see this throughout scripture; man is instinctively aware of God's holiness and conscious of their sin and unrighteousness at the appearance of even an angel.
After the resurrection and Peters three denials, Jesus first meets privately with Peter/Simon “The Lord has risen indeed, and has appeared to Simon!” (Luke 24:34)
Also, in Mark 16:7 the angel mentions Peter specifically - But go, tell his disciples and Peter, He goeth before you into Galilee: there shall ye see him, as he said unto you.
Pulpit commentary states: "If the angel had not named Peter, he would not have dared to come amongst the disciples. Therefore he is specially named, lest he should despair on account of his denial."
Later in John 21, Peter catches a second boatload of fish on the direction of a man on shore. John realizes it is the resurrected Jesus and tells Peter who immediately dives in and swims to Jesus.
What do you think Peter was more aware of now – God’s holiness or God’s love?
If Peter were more aware of God’s holiness, he would have rowed the boat out to sea. He certainly would not have gone eagerly to Jesus after denying him three times. It is obvious that through relationship, Peter matured and had come to know our Holy God’s heart for man, to know that he was right with God through Jesus despite his failures. He learned that not even the holiness of God could separate him from the love of God.
Help us spread the good news of Jesus around the world. The FaithWriters devotional is on thousands of websites HERE , plus thousands go out by email and Twitter daily. They are also published about 90 days after FaithWriters on IDisciple HERE . Members are encouraged to submit an edited devotional for publication HERE. Submissions are a maximum of 300 words, helping you learn to write to topic and word count. You never know how your writing may inspire a brother or sister in Christ or impact a lost soul.
Watch this short video that will show you a few of the unique websites the devotional is currently on. Sites like the Church of Scotland and the Los Angeles police wives association. |
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Many already have multiple five-star reviews on Amazon.
These are all free to read for you while others pay full price on Amazon. Plus you receive the bonus of helping a fellow believer and FaithWriters member. It takes reviews to sell books these days, and other members appreciate your help.
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| Wings in the Wind: The Reign of the Mawh'eyri
David Butler
ThunderWing was a young warrior-eagle, a champion among the Great Eagles, who dwelt in the Mountains of Mawha. His ambition was to win the title of Windlord and the privilege of taking SilverSong as his nest-mate. But the road to greatness is far more difficult and eventful than he anticipated.
Find this book HERE. Learn how the program works HERE. |
| Look Up: Redemption in this Generation
Jim Zeigler
Wanting to know about the end of the world is nothing new. Each of the last twenty centuries has philosophers or prophets warning that the end is near. But they have all been wrong.
Find this book HERE. Learn how the program works HERE. |
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He Sent His Son
Jim Zeigler This is a wonderful book to read during this coming Christmas season, to give to family and friends, and to teach children the deep blessing of Christmas or just to reinvigorate faith. Hats off to these writers who took the time to remind us all just how important and wonderful this season is! Find this book HERE. Learn how the program works HERE.We have some great books for you to read for free! There are over 40 books you can read for free in exchange for a review. Many others have multiple five-star reviews too. One book is running just below five stars with over 180 reviews online, and it is listed in the top ten books of its two categories on Amazon. Another with over 30 reviews is running close to five stars and was honored as the book of the year by a major theological website. Another has over 20 reviews and is running almost five stars. Read one of these or one that has just joined the program and desperately needs reviews. Go HERE to find other great books to read for FREE for a REVIEW. Hurry and choose one while they are still free to read! The authors can take their books out of this program at any moment. Have you written a book and need reviews? Learn about submitting your book to this program HERE. |
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We love Jan's courses. "I absolutely must add to these comments my own deep appreciation for the hard work you put in for us week by week. You enable people to grow and find true expression for their faith in the will of God. I've learnt so much already in such a short time, and that's because of your great advice and loving direction. Trace P. |
| | | | | | Another Great Way to Improve The Critique CircleFellow Members Need Your Help.
Providing comments and critiques for fellow members is of great encouragement to them. It is also the perfect way to improve your writing skill.
Tips on Giving Critiques
Critiquing the work of others requires balance. Being too nice will not help your fellow writers develop their work; being too harsh can crush a writer’s ego (particularly new writers, who tend to be shy about sharing their work). How can you achieve the right balance? Here are some tips:
Take care to point out both what works, and what doesn’t. If you’re new to critiquing, a good hint would be to point out one thing you like (a phrase, a description, an idea) for each thing that bothered you.
Whenever possible, be specific when pointing out things that you didn’t like (don’t just say “I didn’t like this part” or “I’d cut that,” say “I didn’t like this part because…” or “I’d cut that because…”).
Try to offer suggestions when you think a change is needed. Suggestions, even to the point of an offered rewording, can be very helpful; even if the suggestion isn’t exactly right for the author to use, he or she may get a good idea from it, or at least a better understanding of the point you are trying to make.
Be honest and direct, but in a polite and caring way. Holding back your feelings about a piece because you’re afraid to share your thoughts isn’t going to help anyone. Just be mindful of how you share your opinions!
We Also Need Your Article to Critique!
Members and paid editors provide the critiques in the circle. You can even submit your judged Challenge entries to the circle.
"I have a few, very few, trusted friends who will edit me with a scowl. Most people want you to feel good so they give you compliments about your writing, and these don’t help at all (except emotionally). Really, you need some grouches to edit your work." Philip Yancey in a FaithWriters interview.
This is a real chance to help others and receive some very constructive and private critiques of your writing.
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Fishers of Men in Over 230 Countries Together We Spread the Gospel on The Net
There is only one unforgivable sin, the sin of unbelief. Those who believe will trust God and are led to the safety of Jesus. Those who do not believe will be like those who did not enter the Ark and were lost. The enemy is alive and rampant online with a word of unbelief. A message of hate for Christianity and Jesus. A message that is leading countless children to embrace unbelief. (Free book HERE you can review with your kids on the objective evidence for Christianity.)The number of atheist sites and organizations posting online is increasing rapidly. If you go no further in this message, at least go HERE and see for yourself the growing number of purveyors of unbelief online. Here is a short video we would like you to watch also. Not all of us can go around the world as missionaries in person, but we can reach the world online. We can even reach many places missionaries cannot go in person. The world needs sites like FaithWriters, prepared Christian authors and as many Christian articles and books that point to Jesus as possible. The web especially needs your Bible studies, apologetic articles, calls to salvation, nonfiction and fiction articles and books leading people to Jesus. Together we attract lost people from all over the world who need Jesus along with believers who need their minds renewed and encouraged. God has given us a great opportunity to reach many people who may have never heard of Jesus. The image above marks the location of our visitors. Numerous people from around the world have accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior directly through FaithWriters. 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 from Kimberly on how she found God on the internet
A few unedited emails from people who have accepted Jesus on the site.
1) Type of prayer : first time prayer
Country : Algeria - Please leave a comment. : I JESUS PRAY TODAY MAKE EVERYTHING BETTER I USED TO BE THIEF CRIMINAL IDENTITY SCAM BUT NOW LIFE IS BETTER UNDER JESUS CHRIST MY LORD SAVIOR.
Your work occupation : Other Religious background : Muslim
2) Hi my name is Collin I live in Utah heber I know that we are n the last days and I want to be saved so please I need help I've been going to site to site I'm tired of going home from school a sinner I'm stressed with all my homework I cry more than ever sometimes I need Jesus. (This message was obviously from a young boy)
3) I felt the the holyspirit lead me to you and that God's message of love drew me here.
4) I want Jesus to be the number in my life.
5) I'm saved from sin and I've rededicated my life to HIM who owns me. I'm now free from lies, exam malpractice etc. Pray for me to believe that indeed "It is finished "
6) I accepted Jesus as Lord and Need A Bible. (We sent Roger a Bible.)
7) I have accepted Jesus and prayer not continue to commit sin any more. Matthew
8) Recently had a deputy police chief from a major city accept Jesus on the site. He is responsible for over 1,500 officers and staff and could be a big influence for Jesus. Please pray for J. Ramar.
For quite some time now, FaithWriters has been experiencing increasing expenses and declining income. The vast majority (99%) of our members are free, even though our membership is only pennies per day. Our main ongoing expenses come from administering the Challenge, other tools that help writers improve and site maintenance. We have regular and growing expenses including a hefty current expense to convert our large site to a mobile responsive site.
We need your help by upgrading! Go Gold at $5.95 or Platinum at $10.95 per month and help support the spread of the gospel and the growth of Christian writers on FaithWriters. As followers of Jesus, we are making a difference by publishing the truth of Jesus. Men and women from over 230 countries (View Countries Here) are drawn to the FaithWriters by the various articles on the end of our virtual fishing pole. Often our visitors are from closed countries to the message of Christ and they have no other way to learn about Jesus. They are able to learn from our evangelism site and the sister-sites to which we have provided links, including sites with in-depth information in their native language.
You can also upgrade and designate it as a payment to sponsor new writers. We have many people from around the world who do not have the funds to upgrade. In some countries, even if they do have the funds, no payment processor will handle online payments due to online corruption in their country.
Upgrade or sponsor a person HERE. Just click on Gold or Platinum. As a current member you just need to do the PayPal portion. You do not need to do a new profile. When we see your PayPal come through, we will credit your account. If you wish to sponsor a member, email us after you do the PayPal and tell us your payment was for this purpose. We need to keep telling people about Jesus! Will you help us?
We wish you many blessings in Christ and thank you for your support! Michael & Bea Edwards and everyone at FaithWriters
In supporting FaithWriters you gain access to more tools to improve your writing, foster the growth of new Christian writers and spread the gospel in over 230 countries online. All for pennies per day.
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Keep this book with you wherever you go for a variety-packed pick-me-up in the midst of your busy day, but be warned. Reading a Mixed Blessings book is like eating peanuts. You just can’t stop at one.
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| | Trials and Triumphs II Rooted and Grounded in Love
The Powerful and Personal Testimonies of Fifty FaithWriters Members
Support fellow members by getting a copy of this inspiring book, which contains Fifty unique true stories from members around the world. These testimonies are powerful and encouraging. Makes a great book to leave on your coffee table for a conversation starter. Check it out HERE!
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| | This Months FaithWriters Great Reads Selection
We have some excellent writers and many topics to choose from at FaithWriters. Bless your fellow members by reading one or more of their books. Just imagine how you would feel if they did the same for you. Many of these books have multiple five-star reviews on Amazon.
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Recently Added Books as Described by the Author
Fiction
Taxman
Maxx
Your Price: $2.99
As a tax collector for the IRS, Jesse knows all about the unrestrained power his agency wields. When it turns on him, will he survive?
Secrets are part of the job. But old wounds haunt his sleep. When his faith and family are threatened, will he be destined to relive his father’s tragic mistakes?
from Amazon.com!
Non-Fiction
Secret of Secrets of The Lord
Itunu Adekayero
Your Price: $4.99
Know more about the secrets of God for His people from this Christian book of teaching, which will enlighten you on the wisdom of God. Boost your spiritual Knowledge; and always remember that, THROUGH KNOWLEDGE, THE RIGHTEOUS WILL BE DELIVERED (Proverbs 11:9, NKJV).
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Learn How to Navigate God's Presence and Experience Heaven on Earth
joseph daratony
Your Price: $14.99
Why does God command us to seek Him when He is everywhere?
How do we navigate the right paths into God’s presence?
Is there a difference between God’s general presence and His manifested presence?
Why is it God’s will that we manifest heaven while on earth?
from Amazon.com!
Endtimes
Reap The Whirlwind
Gary Ritter
In an America no longer free, the State persecutes Bob Sanders for his faith. Meanwhile, James Glazier warns the nation of God's impending judgement.
Price: $9.99
from Amazon.com!
Free Reads For Reviews
Wings in the Wind: The Reign of the Mawh'eyri
David Butler
Your Price: $4.95
ThunderWing was a young warrior-eagle, a champion among the Great Eagles, who dwelt in the Mountains of Mawha. His ambition was to win the title of Windlord and the privilege of taking SilverSong as his nest-mate.
But the road to greatness is far more difficult and eventful than he anticipated.
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Look Up: Redemption in this Generation
Jim Zeigler
Your Price: $3.99
Wanting to know about the end of the world is nothing new. Each of the last twenty centuries has philosophers or prophets warning that the end is near. But they have all been wrong.
from Amazon.com!
He Sent His Son
Jim Zeigler
Your Price: $2.99
This is a wonderful book to read during this coming Christmas season, to give to family and friends, and to teach children the deep blessing of Christmas or just to reinvigorate faith. Hats off to these writers who took the time to remind us all just how important and wonderful this season is!
from Amazon.com!
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