Day 10 The families we leave at home Romans 8:26-27–In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He intercedes …
Conference Networking
by Danica Favorite Many people are focused on networking at conferences. Not that networking isn’t important, but I hope at this year’s conference, you’ll also remember the power of simply making friends. The most valuable industry contacts I’ve gained have not been from schmoozing, but from hanging out. One neat example happened six or seven years ago. At the time, …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 11
Day 11 That we mourn with those who mourn Romans 12:15b– . . . and weep with those who weep Dear Jesus, dreams and expectations for our writing will echo through all attending the conference. Dreams to find the right agent, best publisher, or positive feedback for hours of loving labor will weigh on many hearts. May we be aware …
I Wanna Hold Your Hand
by Eileen Key The calendar page flipped this weekend and we’re now down to hours ’til conference liftoff. People are running themselves ragged shopping, dieting, packing, …oh wait…maybe some are writing, preparing one-sheets, elevator pitches and polishing the proposals. After all this is a writers’ conference. The premier Christian writers’ conference at that. As a conference vet, a board member, …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 12
Day 12 That we rejoice with those who rejoice Romans 12:15a–Rejoice with those who rejoice . . . Dear Heavenly Father, With excitement and anticipation, we are looking forward to hearing about all the good things You’ve arranged for our brothers and sisters in Christ. As a family should put away jealousy with each other, help us to do the …
Book Review: Submerged
Title: Submerged Author: Dani Pettrey Publisher: Bethany House Date: May 2012 ISBN: 978-0764209826 Genre: Inspirational Romantic Suspense Reviewed by: Laura Hilton Bad girl Bailey Craig has vowed never to return to Yancey, Alaska. She’s changed-but Yancey is a town that doesn’t forget. When her aunt dies in a plane accident, she returns long enough to attend the funeral and put …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 13
Day 13 Hotel staff I Corinthians 9: 19, 23–For though I am free from all men, I have made myself a slave to all, so that I may win more. I do all things for the sake of the gospel, so that I may become a fellow partaker of it. Father, I ask that You bless the ones who have …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 14
Day 14 The ACFW choir as they prepare for Sunday worship Psalm 66:1-2–Shout joyfully to God, all the earth; Sing the glory of His name; Make His praise glorious. God of all the earth, we shout our praises joyfully to you for this coming time of worship and gathering with like-minded people. As the ACFW choir prepares for the Sunday …
The Bridge-Using Symbolism to Connect
by Sarah Sundin In high school English, I disliked questions about story symbolism. Ironically, finding and using symbolism in my own novels is one of my favorite parts of the writing process. Symbolism connects the reader to the deeper meaning in your story. Finding Symbolism Symbolism is best discovered rather than imposed. Often symbols arise from the character-who she is …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 15
Day 15 Robin Miller, conference director I Corinthians 15:58–Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord. Thank You for placing Robin Miller in this position of responsibility to lead this year’s conference. As she and others strive to please You and reflect …