Then, I became an author. I began
talking with others authors. And I realized just how... well, human... authors are. Take any author,
and you'll find that they live a similar life to you. Very few authors
"just sit and write." They may be wives, mothers, husbands, fathers, brothers,
sisters, or single. Most of them have other jobs or ministries, they all have
relationship issues (good and bad), daily struggles, heartache, joys, and
delights. It's just that they add to
this, by also being an author.
The more I dove into the writing
field, the more I realized how much I appreciate people praying for me as an
author. Authors have a huge responsibility. When we write, we are shaping others'
ideas -- for good or for bad. If we are a Christian author, then we are
handling God's Word -- and must portray it in unadulterated truth. And, like I indicated
earlier, we have people who look up to us. Complete strangers will contact us,
not only to let us know they appreciate our work (or find fault with it --
let's be honest ;) ), they will write us to ask for advice and prayers.
Do you think authors needs
wisdom? You bet!
Considering all of the above, I
started a prayer list for authors. Many of these authors, I personally know.
Some of them, I don't know, yet admire. Whether "big or small" (e.g. sellers
of 1,000,000 copies or 10), authors need prayers. Temptations are real.
Struggles are real. Discouragement is real. And the opportunity to be a strong
light for Jesus is real. The best gift you can give to an author is your
dedicated prayers.
Here is a sample of my prayer
list for authors:
What would you add to that prayer
list? How do authors need prayers?
I love this! Thank you, Amanda.
ReplyDeleteI like how you focused on the author's spiritual needs in your prayers. I tend to focus on their mental or physical needs. I often find myself praying for discernment or direction, for a blessing on their time and efforts, and the strength to do the task God has given them.
Courage. When we stop and think about what we've been charged by God to do, it's overwhelming.
ReplyDeleteEndurance. It is hard not to give up when your writing looks like a total mess!!
ReplyDelete@ A.M. Heath - very true to keep their mental and physical needs in prayer as well! Very good points!
ReplyDelete@ Bonnie - YES! That is very, very true!
@ Phoebe - another good point! I can identify with all of these, as an author, and would definitely appreciate people praying for me in these points as well!