The Story Steward Show

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...

How do you write biblical characters without flattening them into Sunday school versions of themselves? In this replay from our first ever Story Steward live event, I sit down with Kate Campbell and we talk about writing characters that carry biblical themes in a way that feels God-honoring and grounded in truth! I hope you enjoy!

What part of you is standing in the way of God’s plan? A habit? An ambition? A comfort? A version of yourself you refuse to let die? In this episode, we walk through four biblical characters who had to kill something in themselves to step into God’s calling. Because resurrection only comes after something is laid down.

I’m serious. If God told you your book would never reach a single soul… would you still write it? Would you obey if it meant obscurity? Would you create if it meant discomfort? Would you keep going if it didn’t go your way? Too often we chase the dream in our hearts... but somewhere along the way, we start forcing our will over His. Today we’re talking about surrender, obedience, and whether you’r...

From the beginning of Scripture, God has been writing a love story that moves through waters, wilderness, and the cross, all to bring His bride home. Wherever you are today, my hope is to remind you who it is that loves you… and what kind of love it is.

Join guest speaker Héloïse Van Gemerdan as she shares one of the most powerful testimonies of coming to Christ I’ve ever heard. Through deep loss and tragedy, God met her in the midst of her pain and carried her love of writing when she couldn’t carry it herself. This conversation is about grief, faith, creativity, and the quiet ways Christ restores what feels broken. If you’ve ever wondered wheth...

I grew up in a Christian home. I knew about Jesus. I knew the stories. I knew the language. But in 2025, my life flipped. For the first time, I didn’t just know of Him... I fell in love with Him.  In this episode, I share what I’ve been learning about prayer, not as a routine or a checkbox, but as a constant conversation. Praying while working. Praying while creating. Praying in the quiet and in t...

When you’re in the thick of writing a book, marketing is the first thing we all pretend we’ll “figure out later.” Then launch day hits… and suddenly we’re like, oh. Right. That part matters. In this episode I walk through three really simple ways to start thinking about marketing now, not at the last second.  I also talk about why I think Christian writers can’t just throw their words into the voi...

I’ve been working in 14-day sprints, and honestly, it’s changed my life. Why? Because life isn’t lived year to year... It’s lived in tiny, daily choices. In this episode, I share how rebuilding my habits in short, focused windows helped me get back on track, and how you can actually win this month instead of getting crushed by the whole year.

I’ll be brutally honest. I used to not get worship. The hand waving, the singing, the full surrender. I didn’t understand it. And if I’m being real, I was embarrassed by it. Ashamed, even. How many times do we withhold our praise because we’re worried about how it looks? How often do we offer half-hearted, open-eyed prayers before a meal because we don’t want to stand out? If that’s you, I want to...

Today, I’m interviewed by M.B. Springer to share the raw story behind how Jesus Writing Month began, what it eventually became with Story Stewards, and how I came to Christ through it. I hope you enjoy!