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 legacy. This podcast is sponsored by our membership Christian Book Academy where we help you give birth to your books. We invite you to join our community of Kingdom Writers!
Dying to Ourselves
How would you answer this question if God asked you…
“If I should hand you a silver platter with one item, what would you like?”
Perhaps the best answer: “Give me your will for my life, O God, with this, there is nothing more.”
S.D. Gordon relates a similar experience, “I sometimes thought, what if God were to say to me: ‘I ...
Ambassadors for Christ
What does being an ambassador for Christ involve? Debra L. Butterfield shows the comparison between a US ambassador and an ambassador for Christ. She outlines the purpose and duties to give us a bigger picture of our work for the Lord. God has given us each a unique message to share with the world as His ambassadors.
Clinging
John 20:11-23
Luke 8:2
Jesus’ words to Mary, “Do not cling to me,” were not a rebuke; rather, they were a comfort that He would be around for a little while longer. Mary’s response to Jesus offers us an opportunity to consider whether we really love Jesus. Are His death and resurrection just historical facts to us? Or, like Mary, do we love Him ...
Called
When did you first feel the nudge to write?
Since then, have you ever asked yourself these questions…
Am I really called to write? Did I hear God wrong? There are so many other gifted writers out there already. Why should I even bother?
God does not limit His message to a select few. We each offer something unique because we are create...
Expert Edition - Five Clear Indicators it's Time to Quit and Start Fresh
Knowing when it’s time to quit a venture can be tough to determine. In this episode I'll share how to know when it's time to say goodbye to a season via 5 clear indicators. If you’re contemplating a pivotal shift or quitting something to start something new, this episode is for you.
My freebie is the Next Steps Chapter & Journaling Guide
Paid offer: My book, E...
Forever Friends
A forever friend is someone who is a close and important part of your life, and with whom you share a deep connection.
Characteristics of a forever friend:
- Unconditional acceptance: They accept you for who you are, and don't judge you
- Support: They help you through difficult times, and encourage you to love yourself & ot...
Expert Edition - Harness the Power of Prewriting and Brainstorming
Ever stare at a blank page, wondering where to start? You’re not alone! Before the words start flowing, the real magic happens in the pre-writing and brainstorming phase. In this episode, we’re diving into powerful strategies to spark creativity, organize your thoughts, and build a strong foundation for your writing—without the overwhelm.
I’ll walk you through pract...
Overcoming Impossible
“I slipped out during the night, taking only a few others with me. I had not told anyone about the plans God had put in my heart for Jerusalem. We took no pack animals with us except the donkey I was riding. After dark I went out through the Valley Gate, past the Jackal’s Well, and over to the Dung Gate to inspect the broken walls and burned gates. Then I went...
Expert Edition - Writing a Faith-Based Memoir
Having just completed my writer's memoir, I have been amazed at how the process strengthened my faith and thankfulness to God for what He has done in my writing life. I would love to engage with writers who would like to write this kind of memoir, and/or those who have a similar story to share.
As a small thank you for listening today I’d like to offer you a Free download of my devotion...
Useful
Luke 1:5-17
Out of all the thousands of Levites serving in the Temple in the First Century, Zechariah is one of the only ones we know by name.
God knew where to find Zechariah. God does not require that we have a big, flashy, well-known life to be significant to Him.
All that matters is what He sees, what He thinks, and how He is pleased with our lives.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands and wondering when you’ll ever find time to write? In this episode, I share three practical strategies to help you carve out consistent writing time—no matter how busy your season feels. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, block small chunks of time like non-negotiable appointments, and create accountability to stay on track.
Your words matter, and God can multiply even the smallest moments...
Desert
At some point in our lives, we will find ourselves in the desert. A place of heat and barrenness. We’re talking about the Mojave or Sahara in July, not Palm Springs.
The word desert is the Hebrew word “midbar” which comes from the root word “dabar” meaning “to speak.”
The Lord speaks to us in those desert places. It’s where everything we rely upon for comfort is stripped fr...
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📆 Tuesday, January 7th at 1 pm Eastern (10 am Pacific, 11 am Mountain, noon central)
Topic: “Beyond the Book: How to Build Bridges and Spark a Ripple Effect With Your Message”
In this live training, you’ll learn about:
✅ The Mosaic: How your book is the first piece of a bigger picture God is creating through you.
✅ The Ripp...
This year marks 20 years since I began my online business journey, and what a journey it has been! It’s been filled with both challenges and blessings, but through it all, God has taught me so much. As I reflect on the last two decades, I want to share 20 lessons I’ve learned along the way.
To celebrate this milestone, we're giving away our Kingdom Writers book for free from December 17–19, 2024. You can download your copy here.
Stuck
Psalm 40:1-3
Are you familiar with the word “mire”? A mire is an area of wet, spongy earth like a bog or marsh.
Have you ever been on a piece of land after the snow has melted or after a tremendous downpour of rain that leaves the land extremely muddy? Perhaps you’ve been on a trail where the mud cakes on the bottom of your shoes with every step and becomes heavy.
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Shoring up Weaknesses
“Shoring” is the process of temporarily supporting a building, vessel, structure, or trench with shores (props) when in danger of collapse or during repairs or alterations. Shoring comes from shore, a timber or metal prop. Shoring may be vertical, angled, or horizontal.
5 Lessons we can take from 2 Chronicles 32:1-8
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Hearing from Headquarters
Whether it’s in the military or a strategic undercover operation, hearing from headquarters is crucial in order to carry out important plans.
How much more do we as Kingdom writers need to hear God’s plans from headquarters?
We must be willing to set aside time each day to soak in God’s Word. Why would we need this important time? In order to get to know...
Happy In Hiddenness
1 Samuel 16:1-13
v.4 – It was quite a shock to the Bethlehem elders that Samuel came to their town. They assumed something was wrong.
v.6-7 – Even Samuel was enamored with Jesse’s oldest son Eliab. But God wasn’t impressed. He was looking at hidden traits, not outward superficial data.
David wasn’t even an option. He was out in the fields tending s...
Recovering What We Have Lost as Writers
2 Kings 6:1-7
In this little story tucked away in the Old Testament, we see several nuggets we can apply to our lives and our writing. Like the young prophet in the story, we may find ourselves losing our “cutting edge” and feeling powerless.
This group of prophets were building a new meeting place and insisted that their leader, Elisha, accompany them ...
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