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Is choosing to believe God really any different from choosing a favorite food? Sometimes we treat the things that we believe kind of like falling in love. It's as if we just stumbled into the beliefs that we hold, and they are what they are. “That's just what I believe,” we say and shrug. What if I were to suggest […] The post Own your beliefs appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Who are you worshipping this Christmas? Is it the little eight pound six ounce baby Jesus? Jesus still hanging on the cross? Is it shepherd Jesus with the white tunic and the children on his knee? The Bible tells us something fundamentally different about who the exalted Jesus is today. That's the God of Christmas. […] The post Who is the Jealous God of Christmas? appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Is your creative work “Christian” enough? How would you know. Luke 6:45 holds the answer. Jesus gives us a key for analyzing what we're producing. In this podcast episode, host Brad Pauquette provides the key as well as three helpful strategies for ensuring that you're firmly embedded in Jesus. The post What makes your work “Christian”? appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Unbelievers aren't the enemy in this war, they're the innocent civilians. If the last sixty years of American military conflict has taught us anything, it's that you can defeat the opposing military, but still lose the war. In this mission to redeem the American media, and in the Church in general, a lot of our […] The post Unbelievers are not the enemy appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Recorded live on-site, join us for Spirit Stories 2022. Hosted by Brad Pauquette, three SOKW apprentices share stories of the church's heroes. On this day when Christians are tempted to hide away indoors, this is an opportunity to stand proud on the TRUE ghost–the Holy Ghost. Halloween is a time of year when our culture […] The post Spirit Stories 2022 – Streaming Now! appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

We have just finished up another amazing Arche Year Cohort! This small group of writers came in with varying levels of experience. Each one brought his or her own unique goals and challenges to the program. As always, it was a joy and delight to work with them. We're proud to say that 100% of […] The post 2022 Arche Year Cohort Graduates appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Michaylah moved to Ohio from Paris, Texas to attend our full-time program. She's a delightful person to work with! Michaylah has spent the last 8 months improving her writing, building a professional author's platform, and growing in her relationship with the Holy Spirit. Listen to Michaylah's full podcast interview at the bottom of this article, […] The post Meet Michaylah Malone – First Year Writer at the School of Kingdom Writers appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Thirzah entered our full-time training program last fall, moving from her home in Maryland to join us in Zanesville, Ohio. It's been amazing to spend the last seven months with her helping her to develop her craft and build a writing business. We spent a half an hour with her to hear about her journey […] The post Meet Thirzah Griffioen – First Year Writer at the School of Kingdom Writers appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Last fall, Anya Israel moved from Wichita, Kansas to join the School of Kingdom Writers' first full-time program in Zanesville, Ohio. We spent a half an hour with her on our podcast to learn how she's grown here, and why she would take such a big risk to pursue this passion the Lord has given […] The post Meet Anya Israel – First Year Writer at the School of Kingdom Writers appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Bread is such an important symbol in the Bible and in our lives. To “break bread” can be a violent act, or it can mean to bring people together. Host Brad Pauquette, founder of the School of Kingdom Writers, offers a brief teaching on the symbolism of bread in the Bible. What's the difference between […] The post Summer Writing Contest: Breaking of Bread appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Eddy Skripko is a talented writer and we are privileged to call him a graduate of our 2021 Arche Year Cohort. His is a name you'll want to remember as we watch him bloom. Eddy joined the program from Hawaii, where he works as a full-time retail manager. Eddy has been gifted with an incredible […] The post Eddy Skripko – 2021 Arche Year Cohort Graduate appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Shannon Dunn Downing is the first U.S. Olympic medalist in the sport of snowboarding, and a trendsetter for women in the sport. She currently resides in California and is now a graduate of our Arche Year Cohort. God is positioning Shannon to be a light and a resource to the next generation, and we're thrilled […] The post Shannon Dunn Downing – 2021 Arche Graduate appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Joshua Eno committed himself to our Arche Year program and excelled at it. We're proud to work with such a talented writer, and we're elated to call him a graduate of our 2021 Arche Year Cohort! Josh's path to the Arche Year program was different from most students. He is one of our founding board […] The post Joshua Bowers Eno – 2021 Arche Year Graduate appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Katie Pozzuoli is a stay at home mom in Zanesville, Ohio. She has excelled at our Arche Year program, and we're proud to call her a graduate! Through the program guidance and mentorship, Katie has written a complete novel manuscript. She crafted a compelling, realistic story about human trafficking in the United States that is […] The post Katie Pozzuoli – 2021 Arche Year Graduate appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Jeffrey Lucas Jr. is a pastor from Plain City, Ohio who felt God inviting him to write. He applied to the Arche Year Cohort partially just to test his writing. We accepted him into the program and he accepted our invitation to attend. Over the past nine months, Jeff wrote a complete novel manuscript. His […] The post Jeffrey Lucas Jr. – 2021 Arche Year Graduate appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Serious question: have you been radicalized for Jesus? What does that even mean? This month, we want to hear from you. You can write a short story (fiction or creative non-fiction), essay, or poetry. We want you to address the theme of “Radicalized.” Get all of the details about this month's contest here: https://sokw.org/2021/06/01/radicalized-june-writing-contest/ June […] The post Have You Been Radicalized? :: June Writing Contest appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

School of Kingdom Writers director Brad Pauquette was invited to speak at the Plain City Vineyard in Plain City, Ohio on May 2, 2021. This is the full recording, provided by the church with permission. Subscribe to the School of Kingdom Writers podcast with your favorite app: Listen here: The post Advancing the Kingdom – Brad Pauquette at the Plain City Vineyard appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

The quote is often misattributed to Abraham Lincoln, but Jesus said it first, “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” Your challenge, if you choose to accept it, is to write a short story on the theme A House Divided. The submission deadline is May 31. Division is everywhere. In our country, in our homes, within […] The post May Writing Contest: A House Divided – Enter Now appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

We need to talk about a difficult topic. I don’t know if you’re ready to hear this, but it’s time for Christians to confront the truth. When you pay Netflix each month, you are complicit in the production of pornography. How can we pray for the Kingdom to come, but give our money to an […] The post Hard to Swallow Pills: Netflix = Pornography appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Jessica Ostrander draws for Jesus and uses Instagram to share the message the Lord has given her. We’re talking about her story, her work, and her secrets for using Instagram well. Learn more about Jessica at JessicaOart.com, or find her on Instagram @jessicaoart. Subscribe to the School of Kingdom Writers podcast with your favorite app: […] The post Cartooning for Jesus with Jessica Ostrander appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Can you tell your own story? Then you can evangelize! Kenny MacKay is a missionary in the UK, who teaches believers to use the power of their own story to reach the lost with the gospel. The truth is that you don’t have to be an expert on theology or doctrine to be a great […] The post Storytelling IS Evangelism appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Our Arche Year Cohort is an intensive version of our year-long, part-time online program. Three women have risen to the occasion, and are on the way to completing the program in June with complete, revised novel manuscripts and a professional authors’ platform. June Williams, Katie Pozzuoli, and Shannon Dunn Downing joined Brad to share candidly […] The post Women of Arche Year 2021 appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Psalm 24:1 tells us, “The Earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.” This is a true statement. How would the world, the church, or your life change if we really believed this with all of our hearts and acted upon it? How will our world change when we really believe this truth? How will […] The post March Writing Contest: The Earth is the Lord’s and Everything in It appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Our Arche Year Cohort is an intensive version of our year-long, part-time online program. Three men have endured the challenge and are well on their way to completed novel manuscripts and professional author platforms. Eddy Skripko, Jeffrey Lucas Jr., and Joshua Bowers Eno join director Brad Pauquette to talk about their experience with the Arche […] The post Men of Arche Year 2021 appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Twitter is…mean. What’s the secret to Christians using it well? Matthew Winters is bringing his unique brand of grace and encouragement to Twitter. He’s amassed a large following by consistently bringing a voice of light and compassion. We talk about his journey to this place, regrets on the journey, and tips for building a Twitter […] The post Influencer Interview: Matthew Winters – Grace in 280 Characters appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Are you writing a true story about abuse and trauma in your life? How do you do it well? There are ethical considerations, legal considerations, and just being a decent human being considerations. Jennifer Michelle Greenberg published Not Forsaken last year, focusing on years of abuse and how she responded to it. She’s here to […] The post Author Interview: Jennifer Michelle Greenberg – Writing True Stories of Abuse appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

“Just do it.” “Mmmm, mmmm, good.” “A diamond is forever.” We’re inundated with catchy slogans in our lives, bombarded by national brands with huge reach. As an author, you need a slogan. But your approach should be completely different from what you’ve seen modeled for your entire life. Brad Pauquette explores how to create a […] The post What’s the Deal with Slogans? appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

What’s happening in the publishing industry and where are the real opportunities? Emily Hitchcock has helped hundreds of authors publish their books, at all levels of the publishing industry. She’s here to talk about niche marketing, book launches, and all things publishing. Emily works with authors on the ground level, helping authors and publishers produce […] The post Publishing Pro Interview: Emily Hitchcock appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

We are so excited to open submissions for our first ever monthly writing contest. This month’s prompt: Write an essay on the topic “Let’s Get Weird for Jesus.” The winner will take home accolades, bragging rights, and just to make things interesting, a $100 Amazon gift card. Check out the details at SOKW.org/contests. There’s no cost […] The post Let’s Get Weird for Jesus: February Writing Contest appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

God is at work and the Kingdom is advancing. Meet one of the men of God who is doing the hard work in the streets. Tim Pollock is the co-founder of BigFish FolkLike and StoryFest in New Concord, Ohio. He uses oral storytelling to take the message of the Kingdom to the world. Brad Pauquette […] The post Kingdom Creative: Tim Pollock – To Org or Not to Org appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

How do you incorporate your faith into fiction and still maintain a secular audience? How do you make decisions about violence and profanity? Dr. Michael J. Svigel is an expert on the history and theology of the early church, and an author of near-future young adult science fiction which is interwoven with faith elements. Listen […] The post Author Interview: Dr. Michael J. Svigel – Getting Real with Christian Audiences appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Shannon Upton is a multi-modal author, she has a lot of irons in the fire. In addition to her six books on the market, she also uses her gifts as a speaker and coach. Years ago, as the Lord walked Shannon through postpartum anxiety, He began to reveal this call on her life. Today Shannon […] The post Author Interview: Shannon Upton – Organizing a Multimodal Writer’s Life appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

What does it take to be successful as an author? We interviewed twice-published author Chris Sumlin about the hard work of making your way in publishing. Find the original live Facebook interview here. Listen below or subscribe to the School of Kingdom Writers on any of your favorite Facebook channels. Subscribe with your favorite app: […] The post Author Interview: Chris Sumlin – Doing the Hard Work appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.

Have you felt God calling you to write? We believe you. Brad Pauquette shares from a wealth of personal experience to help aspiring writers sort through what they’re hearing and how they apply this call to their lives. This is a live recording of a webinar offered on September 28, 2019. Subscribe with your favorite […] The post Podcast Episode 1: Discerning a Call to Write appeared first on School of Kingdom Writers.