Every writer asks this question at some time, maybe many times. Christian writers ask it right along with all the others. Every Christian knows that it is not God’s plan for us to be scared or confused or unproductive. When we feel this way, we have wandered off God’s path into Satan’s wilderness. … [Read more...]
About Charles Specht
Charles Specht is a bi-vocational pastor, an author, an entrepreneur, and a father to 5 children (2 adopted from China with "special needs").
He blogs and speaks frequently on the topics of Faith, Leadership, Men's Health, Personal Growth, Productivity, and building better Tribes. He is the community facilitator for GodlyWriters.com, exercising a healthy passion for reading and writing, serving Christ, and for figuring out how the worlds of traditional- and self-publishing are evolving before our eyes.
He lives in central California with his wife, Kathy, their five children, and too many pets to mention. You can visit his personal website at CharlesSpecht.com, his "Church" blog at CrazyAboutChurch.com, and his Christian writer's blog at GodlyWriters.com.
Be sure to connect with him on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and LinkedIn.
Responsible Blogging About Contemporary Issues Requires Research
October 29, 2012 by 2 Comments
The professional bloggers all say that a blogger needs about 90 minutes to create a quality post. They also say that rich, valuable, well-written content attracts and retains readers. If I write a slice of life or a rant about my opinion, I can easily write a post of 500-700 words, edit and polish it and schedule it for publication inside a … [Read more...]
Citations In Non-Fiction Writing — Yes? No?
September 25, 2012 by 8 Comments
When No Higher Power was released, the advertising summary led me to believe it would be dead center in my writing niche – living Christian faith in a secular world. As soon as I received it I dived in. The content was everything I could have hoped for. The book is well-organized. The ideas are thoroughly developed. The writing flows smoothly. … [Read more...]
5 Tips That Will Benefit All Christian Writers
September 21, 2012 by 26 Comments
Whether you've stumbled onto this blog from a Google search about writing, or you're a regular GodlyWriters.com reader, chances are you want to learn from other Christian writers about what works and doesn't work. Maybe blogging is your main writing platform, or maybe you have the next New York Times bestseller somewhere in the works. Regardless, … [Read more...]
The Risky Business Of Writing About Culture Conflict
September 14, 2012 by 9 Comments
My call is to write about living Christian in a secular world. That puts me on a sharp edge. The cultural conflict between Christian thinkers and secular thinkers hones a fine edge. Anyone trying to walk on a knife edge wants to find a broad, flat, comfortable place to walk and get away from the brink. … [Read more...]
The Difference Between Writing And Editing
September 7, 2012 by 17 Comments
"Repetition. Repetition. Repetition." "Practice makes perfect." "You won't succeed if you never try." "Rome wasn't built in a day." "I think I can, I think I can, I think I can..." There are lots of things we can say to motivate ourselves. Everyone likes a good pep talk, after all. But does perfection ever truly come with more … [Read more...]
What Is Christian Writing All About?
August 22, 2012 by 5 Comments
Ever since I got serious about writing, I have been besieged with advice on what to write, how to write, and how to sell what I write. I have attended conferences, online and in person. I have read books and blogs and email from fellow writers. Like most writers, I go through seasons when I obsess on these subjects. Every writer must be willing … [Read more...]
3 Truths To Remember About Overcoming Fear As A Writer
August 17, 2012 by 9 Comments
It's weird. Sometimes I possess the courage of a multiple Medal of Valor recipient while at other times I'm a chicken. Why does that happen? One day I will have oodles of stamina and determination in my writing and feel like nothing can stop me. I'm an indestructible literary force that can't be touched or dissuaded. But less than twenty-four … [Read more...]
7 Tips For Maintaining Blogging Motivation
August 11, 2012 by 7 Comments
So, you’ve started a blog but you just can’t seem to stay motivated. You know you need to publish blog posts frequently and yet you’re sporadic at best. Or perhaps you’ve been blogging regularly, but are starting to run out of steam. Here are 7 ways you can maintain your blogging motivation. … [Read more...]
4 Tips For Finding Your Blogging Voice
August 9, 2012 by 17 Comments
I am a writer but new to blogging. Well, let me take that back. I started blogging, irregularly years ago. However, a few months ago I committed to blogging at least three times a week. I thought this will be easy. I write often. I love to write. But little did I know…writing consistently is not as easy as it appears. Post one…post … [Read more...]
Writing: It Takes More Than Passion
July 30, 2012 by 14 Comments
"PASSION for our stories can ONLY carry us so far. SELF-DISCIPLINE …takes us the rest of the way." – Jody Hedlund It’s that word. That character trait, when embraced bears fruit: Self-discipline. In most areas of my life, I would say this virtue is evident. Others see it, they make affirming remarks. I thrive and feel great with structure … [Read more...]
3 Mind-Blowing Tips On How To Get Traffic To Your Blog (And Turn People Into Readers!)
July 24, 2012 by 25 Comments
Think about this for a moment... When you last strolled aimlessly through the aisles of Barnes & Noble (sipping your iced coffee), what stimulus caused you to pick up a random book from off the shelf? Some people choose randomly based upon the colorful exterior design. Others snatch it up because the title sparked a flame of insatiable … [Read more...]
