The Story Steward Show

Have you ever wondered if your story really matters? Maybe you feel like your testimony isn't particularly extraordinary. Maybe you look at other Christians and wonder how the Lord could possibly use someone like you. Well, my friend... this episode is for YOU! Today, we're diving into Genesis 24 and the beautiful story of Isaac and Rebekah. And through this passage, we're going to...

In this episode, I’m talking about something I’m learning to do before stepping into a new season: stop trying to immediately plan, research, and figure everything out, and spend time alone with the Lord instead. Jesus constantly modeled retreating to be with the Father, especially before major moments, and I think there’s something incredibly important for us to learn from that.

In this episode, I’m asking a question I’ve been asking myself: when I walk into church, Story Stewards, Instagram, or any Christian community, am I looking at what I can get... or who I can serve? Today I will be talking about carrying each other’s burdens, using what God has given us to build others up, and being willing to let Him use us right where we are.

Most writers wait until their book is finished to start marketing it. I think that's a mistake. In this episode, I challenge you to start building your audience today... not for fame or followers, but to faithfully steward the story God has entrusted to you. If you've been waiting for the "perfect time" to share your writing, this episode is your sign to begin.

In this special guest episode, Héloïse van Gemerden shares how to trust God in the midst of fear, uncertainty, and self-doubt as a writer. Together, we explore what it looks like to surrender our creativity to Christ and move forward in faith, even when the next step feels intimidating.

What does a normal day look like when your writing belongs to Christ? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of a daily rhythm and share what it means to approach writing as an act of surrender rather than self-achievement. We'll talk about inviting Jesus into every writing session, pursuing faithfulness over productivity, and learning to write with God instead of simply writing for Hi...

What does it actually mean to be a Story Steward? In this episode, I unpack the heart behind Story Stewards, what it means to faithfully steward the gifts God has entrusted to us, and why our writing was never meant to be about us. If you've ever wondered what this community is really about, this is the episode for you.

In a culture obsessed with hustle, productivity, and always doing more, what does biblical rest actually look like? Today, Moriyah Cordova joins us for a conversation about Sabbath, burnout, trusting God with unfinished work, and why true rest is an act of faith.

What if one of the most common sins in our lives isn't obvious rebellion, but wasted opportunity? Today, we discuss perfectionism, procrastination, "unproductive productivity," and Paul's call to make the most of every opportunity because the days are evil.

Have you ever felt too far gone for God to love you? Today, we explore the overwhelming love of the Trinity, why Christ willingly went to the cross, and why your failures can never separate you from the love of God.

Why are we so drawn to stories about flawed characters who discover truth and find redemption? Today, we explore how story structure reflects the human condition, and why our love for stories may point to something much deeper...

We live in a world obsessed with comparison. Today, we discuss why God isn't judging you by human standards, why He doesn't play favorites, and how the Parable of the Talents can free us from envy, self-hatred, and chasing someone else's calling.

Join me as we talk about something so many writers and creatives quietly struggle with: Negative self-talk. So many of us constantly live under the weight of shame, insecurity, perfectionism, and feeling “not good enough.” But what if those thoughts are actually robbing us of intimacy with Jesus? In this episode, we talk about self-worth, condemnation, spiritual discouragement, and the freedom Chr...

This might be my most controversial opinion as a Christian writer… But I genuinely don’t think Christians are required to write explicitly Christian books. Join me as we dive into questions like: Is writing still worship if nobody ever reads it? Can stories glorify God without Christian characters? And what does it actually mean to create for God’s glory? This episode completely changed the way I...

Join me as we talk about one of the biggest lies many Christian creatives secretly believe: “If I could just achieve more… then I’d finally be enough.” Whether you’re a writer, parent, employee, student, or creator, it’s so easy to tie your worth to productivity and success. But Jesus tells us a completely different story. In this episode, we dive into identity, burnout, pressure, and why your val...

Join me and fantasy author B.W. Luby (The Foxling Series) as we dive into one of the biggest questions Christian writers wrestle with: How do you write biblical themes into your stories naturally… without sounding preachy? In this episode, we talk about storytelling, faith in fiction, and how Christian writers can glorify God through fantasy and creativity. Whether you write fantasy, sci-fi, or an...

We don’t often talk about this sin... but we should. In this episode, I share some of the real spiritual struggles that show up in the writing life, and the pressure to make writing about ourselves instead of God. If you’ve ever felt stuck between your calling and your weaknesses, you’re not alone. Following Christ as a writer doesn’t mean being perfect. It means learning how to keep bringing your...

David is described in Scripture as a man after God’s own heart. But what would it look like for a writer to live that way?

Marketing can feel overwhelming for Christian writers, but it doesn’t have to pull you away from your purpose. In this conversation with author and entrepreneur Victoria Lynn , we talk about practical ways to share your book while staying grounded in your calling.  If marketing has ever felt intimidating or confusing, this episode will help you take your next step forward.

How do you know if writing is part of God’s plan for your life? Many Christian writers spend years trying to discover God’s hidden will, while overlooking what He’s already revealed in Scripture. In this episode, we talk about what the Bible actually says about calling, obedience, and decision-making, and how that changes the way we think about writing. If you’ve ever asked, “Am I supposed to be d...

Creative culture tells writers to figure everything out alone. But Christian writers weren’t meant to create that way. In this episode, I talk about why we shouldn’t write our books by ourselves, and what it looks like to involve God in the creative process with humility, trust, and freedom.

Let me ask you something… What does your writing life actually say about God? Not what you say you believe. But what your habits, reactions, and mindset reveal. My pastor always says that your life shows what you truly believe about God’s power, authority, and love. And if that’s true… Then your writing does too. In this episode, I walk through how your response to success, failure, burnout, and c...

This one… did not go as planned. In this episode, I sit down with pro-life advocate and author Abigail Thompson ( Behind the Clouds ) for an open mic conversation on writing, faith, and storytelling with purpose. We talk about her journey as an author, what it means to write stories that matter, and the heart behind her work. And somewhere along the way… The infamous fountain pen incident happens....

In this episode, I dive into the story of Abraham and how he tried to fulfill God’s promise his own way… instead of trusting God to do what He said He would do. And if we’re honest? We do the same thing all the time. Especially in our writing. We say we trust God with our calling… But then we rush, force outcomes, chase results, and try to make things happen on our timeline. In this episode, I cha...

Let me be honest with you… Most writers are making the same backstory mistake, and it’s quietly killing their story. In this episode, I break down the one cliché I see everywhere that makes readers want to DNF the book…  We’ll talk about why it doesn’t work, what it’s actually doing to your story, and how to fix it. I’ll also walk through Project Hail Mary as an example of backstory done right, an...