My life will change in the next month. Well really this year.
My first book, Shaken, releases February 4. The second book is due to the publisher at the same time. I should be moving and grooving. Should be making plans, dreaming big, marketing, promoting, and all around enjoying this crazy fun answer to prayer and success of my dream. And I am.
But I'm terrified. Self-doubt cripples my creativity. Time marches on, creating apathy. There just aren't enough hours in the day. And I just can't do it.
Man, that's the evil one. I have to fight. Fight because this is more than a dream. It's a calling. Fight because even if it impacts one, it is well worth it. Fight because others need to know that the Lord answers prayer in crazy ways beyond our imaginations. I couldn't have dreamed for this exact outcome. I must fight. And I'm reminded of the picture in Psalm 34 that the righteous are as bold as a lion.
Because of that, I will develop the heart of a warrior like the characters in my book. I will remember who I am, whose I am, and where this dream came from. I'll remember I'm not doing this alone. And I'll remember I have a whole team of loved ones fighting with me against discouragement and apathy.
Most of all, I'll remember that success in the world's eyes is not the standard of success in God's eyes. So, I'll fight to be faithful to that which He has called me to. Here's to my next great adventure!
Linking up with Five Minute Friday!
But I'm terrified. Self-doubt cripples my creativity. Time marches on, creating apathy. There just aren't enough hours in the day. And I just can't do it.
Man, that's the evil one. I have to fight. Fight because this is more than a dream. It's a calling. Fight because even if it impacts one, it is well worth it. Fight because others need to know that the Lord answers prayer in crazy ways beyond our imaginations. I couldn't have dreamed for this exact outcome. I must fight. And I'm reminded of the picture in Psalm 34 that the righteous are as bold as a lion.
Because of that, I will develop the heart of a warrior like the characters in my book. I will remember who I am, whose I am, and where this dream came from. I'll remember I'm not doing this alone. And I'll remember I have a whole team of loved ones fighting with me against discouragement and apathy.
Most of all, I'll remember that success in the world's eyes is not the standard of success in God's eyes. So, I'll fight to be faithful to that which He has called me to. Here's to my next great adventure!
Linking up with Five Minute Friday!
"Fight because even if it impacts one, it is well worth it. Fight because others need to know that the Lord answers prayer in crazy ways beyond our imaginations." Oh this blesses me so tonight! In a world where self doubt can creep in, the reminder of just one is enough is a blessing. Becasue God will take that one, His one, and make it beautiful! So glad you linked up! And congrats on the book!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on achieving this God-blessed dream! Do hold fast to your calling, because if it's from Him, it's got more attached to it than just the blessing for you - you're so right in seeing that He will use this blessing to bless others through you! Just one life - that's an incredible impact!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your heart! I'm praying He blesses you with courage like a lion and that in Him you will find all confidence and calling. Would love to read more of your blog/book sometime! -Rachel from Five Minute Friday link up
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! I'm so proud of you for going after your dream, and for continue to dream big. I self-published a book this past year and wow, what a ride that was. I can't imagine actually pitching something to a publisher! I pray He will continue to use your words to bless the multitudes!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Barbie! I have a pretty good idea of the time and effort self-publishing took so congratulations to you as well!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Rachel! I would love to have you back. I'm excited to see what the Lord does with Shaken, but even more excited to see how He refines me in the process. Come back any time! And you can pre-order the book if you would like!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the reminder again! It's so easy to forget but so important to remember.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by, Angie! Fighting with you to touch the one because they are more than worth the effort!
ReplyDeleteHey! Visiting from FMF! Congrats on your book! I loved this :"I'll remember that success in the world's eyes is not the standard of success in God's eyes." Keep fighting to live the life that shines for others no matter what it looks like!
ReplyDeleteHi, Kariss! I am dropping in from Five Minute Friday, and I just had to check out the preview to your new book. It looks amazing, and it's definitely on my with list! A friend of mine has published a couple of Christian fiction novels, and I know that it's a lot of work.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! Seeing dreams come true come with rewards that are unmatched anywhere else. Enjoy it all and soak it in! On another note, I just moved to Texas 3 months ago! Am loving it so far! :)
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