Stories are the best way to make a point. While obviously important, theological exposition is boring and will put people to sleep. But a snoozing audience will immediately wake up...

“Schools’ out, school’s out. The teacher let the mules out.” This was a common saying in some neighborhoods in the 1940s. Kids loved getting out of school before Memorial Day...

As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. — Proverbs 27:17 NIV Have you ever tried rubbing the edges of two table knives together? The edges won’t sharpen. What’s...

What is Writer’s Block? Merriam-Webster calls Writer’s Block “a psychological inhibition preventing a writer from proceeding with a piece.” While that definition is accurate, we might expand our insight into...

“My writing isn’t good enough.” That thought can take us in any direction. We can try harder, quit, or just be satisfied with the status quo. If we really want...

In his book Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell says ten thousand hours spent in a craft are required to attain a level of excellence. Just a little time and effort will produce...

A proofreader was forced to retire from a publisher at age 65. She could have done any number of things, but this was something she enjoyed. What could she do?...

Our best friends are what we love, and what also loves us. If we love our pets, they won’t usually bite the hands that feed them. So maybe the Bible...

Perhaps you’ve heard the saying, “It’s not rocket science.” Or maybe this one: “A child could do it.” Are you helped by knowing that? Maybe not, because the truth is,...

If you’ve been diagnosed with Writer’s Block, you need to understand the symptoms and immediately apply the remedy. The disease is common among professionals who have lofty goals and expect...