This week, the series continues another member from my Word
Weavers critique group (click here for more info on my group), Susan
Stilwell.
About MultiColor Monday: As most of you know, all
writers need regular inspiration. On the 1st and 3rd
Monday of every month, I’ll share information about people who inspire me by
their writing and their lives. The series is called Multi-Color Monday to
reflect the beauty and diversity of God’s children. My hope is that you, too,
will be blessed and inspired by those you meet here.
About Susan:
Susan is a gifted writer, Bible
teacher, speaker, and blogger. From her blog’s “about me” summary:
“I’m a writer and Christian
speaker who loves Jesus and sees God EVERYWHERE. I see Him in a sunset, at the
mall, in the laundry room… No matter where I turn, I see evidence of His
handiwork and I hear His voice!
I love sharing those insights with
others, and want to help them understand His Word so they can recognize where
He is at work in their lives. Becoming sensitive to Him helps us feel His love,
discern His guidance, and grow in our faith. He loves us SO MUCH and yearns for
us to experience more of Him!”
Check out her website at Susan Stilwell, where you’ll
find her blog and other information about her ministry.
How Susan inspires
me:
Earlier this year, I had the
privilege of getting to know Susan over coffee when she traveled to Raleigh to
pick up her son. We also caught up a bit at a writer’s conference in May. No
matter what is going on – and Susan walked through much sorrow this past year –
God’s strength and love shine through. Her passion for knowing Jesus more
deeply, and guiding others toward knowing Him, is contagious and inspiring.
When I’ve struggled with how to say something – sometimes I can be a bit direct
with my words – Susan helped me soften the words and yet ensure the integrity
of the message was intact.
Prayer for Susan:
May the Lord continue to bless you
in this season of transition in your life and in your writing. I pray He
supernaturally heals your heart, your body, and your mind from any lingering
sadness and doubt. I pray He surrounds you with loving friends and family who
can lift you up, and that He removes people from your life who He did not place
there. I pray for discernment in all decisions about your writing, and open
doors that no man can close.
My “favorite” Susan
post:
I'm Not Like Ann Voskamp. Especially the stream-of-consciousness – I read that and wondered how Susan read my mind when we hardly knew each other! This post is a great reminder to us that our only God-given “job”,
if you will, is to be ourselves. God doesn’t compare us to each other; we
shouldn’t either.
MULTI-COLOR MONDAY CHALLENGE:
If you need inspiration today, check out Susan's writing.
Also, take a few moments to thank someone who inspires you. You’ll both be blessed!
Thank you, Mary! Especially for the beautiful prayer. I'm praying in agreement and expecting the Lord to move!
ReplyDeleteAmen to that! Thank you for commenting, and for just being you :-)
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