Kingdom Writers: A Podcast for Christian Writers of All Genres
Episodes
#469 Rooted
03 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rooted "This is what the Lord says: "Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from t...
#468 Permission To Turn Up The Volume
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Permission To Turn Up The Volume Read Luke 19:28-40 It is more likely that inanimate objects like rocks would cry out to Jesus in worship than for the...
#467 Lighted Path
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Light for my path Psalm 119 is divided into 22 sections, which represent the 22 letters in the Hebrew alphabet. "Nun" = 14th of 22 Hebrew letters...
God Didn't Give You This Book Idea for It to Stay Unfinished
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been stuck on your first draft? You're not alone. In this episode, Shelley shares the biggest reasons writers stay stuck and never finish the...
#466 Stillness
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Posture of Stillness "Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. Don't worry about evil people who prosper or fret a...
#465 Giving Birth to God's Promises
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Giving Birth to God's Promises Mother Teresa said, "I am a little pencil in the hand of a writing God who is sending a love letter to the world." Zech...
#464 Writing With Power
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Writing With Power: How God Shows Up When You Feel Least Ready When your words feel stalled, and your confidence feels thin, that doesn't mean you've ...
Overwhelmed by Writing a Book? Try This Instead.
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling called to write a book, but overwhelmed by where to start? In today's episode, Shelley shares why beginning with a guided journal is one of th...
#463 The 5-Step Self-Publishing Roadmap for Christian Writers
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by everything it takes to self-publish your book? From ISBNs and editing to printing and launching—most Christian writers get bu...
You Don't Have to Fit the Mold to Finish Your Book
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever thought, "This sounds great… but how do I know if it's really right for me?" —This episode is for you. In this behind-the-scenes lo...
#454 Unseen Servants
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unseen Servants Unseen Servants and the risk of bitterness As writers, we can often feel unseen. If we're not careful, we can become discontent and ...
Why That Writing Program Didn't Work
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever bought a writing course or joined a program… and still didn't finish your book? You're not alone—and you're not the problem. In this...
You Don't Have to Feel Ready to Be Called
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling unqualified to write your book? Like you need more confidence, more clarity, or more credentials before you start? In this episode, we're flip...
The Real Reason You Keep Stalling on Your Book (and How to Break the Cycle)
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever started writing your book, felt excited, motivated, even called… and then life happened, momentum vanished, and guilt took over—thi...
#453 Fulfilling your Ministry
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fulfilling your Ministry "And say to Archippus, "Be sure to carry out the ministry the Lord gave you." Colossians 4:17 NIV = ...
The Writing Rhythm That Works (Even When You're Busy)
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think you need a long weekend or a perfect schedule to finish your book? Think again. In today's episode, Shelley shares the simple but powerful writi...
Stop Struggling with Book Marketing
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel stuck when it's time to market your book? Do you feel stuck when it's time to market your book? In this episode, Shelley shares how the Bo...
The 10-Minute Method to Pick Your First Book Topic
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been spinning your wheels trying to decide which book to write first… this episode is for you. In just 5 minutes, you'll walk through a si...
Worried You're Picking the Wrong Book Idea?
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Still waiting for clarity? Maybe it's waiting on you. If you've been spinning your wheels trying to choose the perfect book idea, here's the truth: it...
The books that sell (and get finished) on Amazon might surprise you…
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most Christian writers think "longer = better." But the data — and reader behavior — tell a completely different story. In this episode, I'll show...
#452 Persistent Pests
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Persistent Pests "Catch all the foxes, those little foxes, before they ruin the vineyard of love, for the grapevines are blossoming!" Song of So...
NEW Stories that Stick Workshop
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your book deserves more than words on a page—it deserves stories that stay with readers long after they finish the last chapter. If you've ever worr...
NEW Rise and Write Book
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are excited to announce that we've published a new book: Rise and Write. Get your copy at the links below. Rise and Write (Kindle): https://amzn.to...
How to Sell 1000 Books a Month
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you dream of being a bestselling author? Have you written a book but have no idea how to sell it? Can you envision your message in the hands of tho...
#451 Compassion Makes a Difference
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Compassion Makes a Difference When does compassion matter most? It's when it's least deserved. Jesus showed us what it means to have compassion and w...
#450 Dying to Ourselves
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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?" ...
NEW Tiny Testimony Book workshop
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don't need a full memoir to make an eternal impact. In the Tiny Testimony Book Workshop, you'll prayerfully choose the part of your stor...
#449 Ambassadors for Christ
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ambassadors for Christ What does being an ambassador for Christ involve? Debra L. Butterfield shows the comparison between a US ambassador and an amba...
#448 Clinging
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 f...
#447 Called
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#446: Expert Edition - Five Clear Indicators it's Time to Quit and Start Fresh
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 e...
#445 Forever Friends
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. Characteris...
#444 Expert Edition - Harness the Power of Prewriting and Brainstorming
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#443 Overcoming Impossible
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#442 Expert Edition - Writing a Faith-Based Memoir
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 an...
#441 Useful
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
#440 Start Fresh: 3 Ways to Make Time for Writing in a Busy Season
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 y...
#439 Desert
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 J...
#438: The Mosaic of Your Message: How to Go Beyond the Book to Impact Lives
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Me for a Free Live Training! Add it to your calendar here: https://www.addevent.com/event/LP24300245 📆 Tuesday, January 7th at 1 pm Eastern (1...
#437 20 Things I've Learned in 20 Years of Online Business
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
#436 Stuck
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
#435 Shoring up Weaknesses
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shoring up Weaknesses "Shoring" is the process of temporarily supporting a building, vessel, structure, or trench with shores (props) when in danger o...
#434 Hearing from Headquarters
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hearing from Headquarters Whether it's in the military or a strategic undercover operation, hearing from headquarters is crucial in order to carry out...
#433 Happy in Hiddenness
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
#432: Recovering What We Have Lost as Writers
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ou...
#431: Do You Feel Rusty in Your Writing?
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do You Feel Rusty in Your Writing? "We must all either wear out or rust out, every one of us. My choice is to wear out." - Theodore Roosevelt "There i...
#430: Boasting in the Lord as a Writer
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Right Kind of Boasting In this episode of the Kingdom Writers Podcast, we look at the theme of boasting in the Lord rather than a boasting that or...
#429: Are You Doing the Work of Writing?
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do The Work 2 Timothy 4:5 - "As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry." Paul gives yo...
#428: 3 Ways to Learn and Grow as a Writer on a Budget
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Don't miss out! The Courageous Writer Bundle ends 5/7/24 at midnight eastern. Get yours here: https://courageouswriterbundle.com/ 1. Listen to podcast...
#427 Writing as Ministry - How to Reach the Right Audience
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get valuable insights on writing as a ministry and reaching the right audience for your message as Shelley discusses the importance of consistently cr...
#426 Mentoring Moment: First Love
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If there's one thing we've learned over the years about the writing life, it's that a person needs to have a passion for writing. This passion is fuel...
#425 Marketing Minute: How to Find Your Audience of Readers
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're interested in knowing how to find your audience of readers, we highly recommend you listen to this episode. Shelley talks about the signific...
#424 Publish with a Purpose: Why Choose to Self-Publish a Book
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why choose to self-publish a book? Join us for this episode as Shelley discusses the opportunities presented by self-publishing, bypassing traditional...
#423 Writing Well: Keep Your Creativity Flowing
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shelley shares insights on how to keep your creativity flowing and seek guidance from God in the writing process. What is the importa...
#422 Mentoring Moment: New Vision
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hagar & Ishmael were sent away Genesis 21:14-19 Is it possible that in her pain & despair, Hagar assumes the worst-that God is not with her and that H...
#421 Marketing Minute: How to Market Your Book Using 5-Step Marketing Plan
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to take your book marketing to the next level? Learn a 5-step marketing plan to effectively promote and sell your book. Listen to this e...
#420 Publish with a Purpose: What to Expect Once Your Book is Released
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Glean insightful tips on the post-publishing phase, including the importance of the book launch and ongoing marketing as Shelley discusses what to exp...
#419 Writing Well: How to Persevere and Complete a Full-Length Novel
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shelley shares valuable insights on how to persevere and complete a full-length novel. Get to know the importance of knowing your w...
#418 Mentoring Moment: Unsung Hero
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jesus's earthly father Joseph was an unsung hero. Joseph displayed obedience and played a key role in God's plan played out through Jesus. Joseph can ...
#417 Marketing Minute: How to sell your books to your email list
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ideas on the best ways to sell your books online and how leveraging other people's experiences and feedback about your book—whether it's through...
#416 Publish with a Purpose: Best companies to self-publish a book
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking for the best self-publishing companies, this episode is right for you. What are the differences between traditional, vanity, and sel...
#415 Writing Well: How to get organized and focused to get more writing done
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling with your writing organization? This might just be the episode for you to tune in. Listen in as Shelley shares practical and effect...
#414 How to Get Beyond Fear and Self-Sabotage
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many writers often find themselves entangled in a web of fear and self-sabotage, but how can one overcome them? In this episode, Shelley shares amazin...
#413 Mentoring Moment: Lost and Found
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2 Kings 22 & 23 King Josiah's reforms all started with finding a book in the Temple. The High Priest Hilkiah found the Book of the Law which had been ...
#412 Marketing Minute: How to Sell Books with Authenticity
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shelley talks about how selling can be a natural extension of helping and serving others. Whether you write devotions, fiction, or ch...
#411 Publish with a Purpose: How to Publish on a Limited Income
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're a budding author with a passion for storytelling or an experienced writer on a budget, this episode provides a roadmap to navigate the ...
#410 Writing Well: How to Develop a Writing Routine
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for effective ways on how to establish a consistent writing habit? In this episode, Shelley delves into this topic and emphasizes the ...
#409 Mentoring Moment: Messy Middle
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Henri is a ship builder who tears up his boats just before finishing. Some think he is crazy but one recognizes Henri is afraid of the water. He likes...
#408 Marketing Minute: January Book Sales
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While the holiday season book sales may almost be over, the beginning of the year offers unique opportunities for authors to capitalize on a fresh sta...
#407 Publish with a Purpose: How to Avoid Publishing Scams
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating the path to publication can be filled with challenges as well as scams targeting aspiring authors. In today's episode, Shelley discusses th...
#406 Writing Well: Stay Consistent in Your Writing During the Holidays
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As festivities abound, maintaining a writing routine can be challenging. In this episode, Shelley provides valuable insights to help you navigate the ...
#405: How to Actually Implement What You're Learning as a Writer
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the abundance of information available for all of us right now, it's easy to get overwhelmed and stuck. Whether you're feeling lost or just seeki...
#404: Mentoring Moment: Open Door
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
1 Corinthians 16:8-9 "In the meantime, I will be staying here at Ephesus until the Festival of Pentecost. There is a wide-open door for a great work h...
#403: Marketing Minute: How to Market Your Books while Writing a New Book
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could find a balance between the different aspects of your writing journey? In today's quick episode, Shelley shares h...
#402: Publish with a Purpose: The Benefits of Publishing on Amazon
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While some authors may have reservations about using Amazon, there are certainly major benefits to selling on the platform. Listen to this episode as ...
#401: Writing Well: Pros and Cons of Using a Pen Name
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A pen name is a fictional name that authors choose to use instead of their real name. In this episode, Shelley discusses the advantages and challenges...
#400: Mentoring Moment: Refreshed
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we think of refreshment, we might think of ice cream, popsicles, or snow cones during the summer heat. Or perhaps some iced tea or lemonade on a ...
#399: Marketing Minute: Why SEO + Email Marketing is a Winning Combination for Writers
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could spend more time doing what you love–writing–and less time worrying about promoting your work? Today, Shelley...
#398: Publish With a Purpose: 3 Reasons to Consider Participating in a Multi-Author Book Project
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to publish your book but are often held back by the daunting scope and cost of self-publishing, then multi-author book projects or antholo...
#397: Writing Well: 3 Simple Ways to Use Interviews to Write Your Book
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Writing a book can sometimes feel like navigating a maze with no map. Whether you're feeling stuck or just seeking some fresh inspiration, using inter...
#396: Mentoring Moment: Commissioned
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
1 Chronicles 28 In this chapter, we see King David commissioning his son Solomon to build the Temple. This is a project David wanted to complete but G...
#395: Marketing Minute: Action Information
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this day and age of endless streams of information, we can find ourselves acquiring a lot of information without actually doing something. Today, S...
#394: Publish With a Purpose: Publish a Discovery Book and Ditch Discovery Calls
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference today, September 14th, 2023 to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can br...
#393: Writing Well: 3 Strategies to Write About Painful Topics
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on September 14th, 2023 to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring ...
#392: Prayer and Fasting for Your Future Readers
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on September 14th, 2023 to help you take the courageous step of sharing your story so you can bring ...
#391: Mentoring Moment: The Best is Yet to Come
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we read the story of the wedding at Cana and Jesus turning water into wine (John 2:1-11) we see several characters we can identify with. Mary...
#390: Marketing Minute: Partnering with Local Businesses to Sell More Books
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we talk about a gem that many writers tend to overlook but can be a powerful tool to reach new readers: strategic partnerships with local busin...
#389: Publish with a Purpose: How Box Breathing Can Increase Your Focus for Writing
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Writing can be a fulfilling process, but it can also be challenging, especially when stress and anxiety creep in. In this episode, Shelley talks about...
#388: Writing Well: How to Gather Your Materials
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into a crucial step in the writing process - gathering your writing materials. Shelley talks about the value of exploring var...
#387: Mentoring Moment: Inhabit
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Yet you are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel." - Psalm 22:3 (NLT) "But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel." - Psalm ...
#386: Marketing Minute: Praying for God Ideas
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference today, July 20th, 2023 to help you unlock the full potential of your writing with the transformative...
#385: Publish with a Purpose: Build Your Team
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on July 20th, 2023 to help you unlock the full potential of your writing with the transformative pow...
#384: Writing Well: Letting Rejection Work For You by Nika Maples
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
JOIN US: We are hosting a FREE one-day conference on July 20th, 2023 to help you unlock the full potential of your writing with the transformative pow...
#383: The Art of the Audience with Anne Watson
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How will you know and discover your target audience? In this episode, our special guest, Anne Watson, talks about the importance of knowing your audie...
#382: Mentoring Moment: Drought
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why? 3 Possible Reasons We Experience Spiritual & Writing Drought 1.) We disobey God…An example from the Israelites – Deuteronomy 28:22-23 – "Th...
#381: Marketing Minute: Summer Blues
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you experiencing a slump in your book sales this season? Don't get discouraged and don't panic because you are not alone in this battle. In this e...
#380: Publish with a Purpose: Pros and Cons of the KDP Select Program
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you publish your Kindle book to Amazon, you get an option to enroll your book in the KDP Select Program. In this episode, Shelley breaks down the...
#379: Writing Well: Unlock Your Writing
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're writing your first draft or you're already on your way to publish and market your books, it's important to remember that we are called ...
#378: Mentoring Moment: Retreat
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join CJ in this Mentoring Moment as we focus on the word "Retreat." A couple meanings of the word retreat include, "A place of privacy or safety; re...
#377: Marketing Minute: What to Do When Your Podcast Pitch Isn't Working with Kim Stewart
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you experienced pitching on podcasts and weren't able to get any yeses? Don't worry, it happens to the best of us. But what do you do if that hap...