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Episode 20: Eric Geiger on Writing, Publishing, and the NBA May 30, 2017

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Eric Geiger serves as one of the Vice Presidents at LifeWay Christian Resources, leading the Resources Division. Eric received his doctorate in leadership and church ministry from Southern Seminary. Eric has authored or co-authored several books including Creature of the Word and the best selling church leadership book, Simple Church.

Eric is married to Kaye, and they have two daughters: Eden and Evie. During his free time, Eric enjoys dating his wife, playing with his daughters, and shooting basketball.

You'll be able to tell that this episode was recorded before the Rockets lost to the Spurs. So, please excuse my fandom.

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Episode 19: Matt Smethurst on Writing, Candy, & Coffee May 22, 2017

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Matt Smethurst is managing editor of The Gospel Coalition and author of 1–2 Thessalonians: A 12-Week Study (Crossway, 2017). He and his wife, Maghan, have three children and live in Louisville, Kentucky.

Listen to Matt detail how I changed his life. Discover my favorite candy. And of course, listen to Matt’s wisdom on writing.

1:50 Matt honors me for changing his coffee life
10:50 Our favorite candy
13:35 How Matt became an editor
15:45 What’s the hardest part about writing for Matt?
17:17 How we can grow in creativity
20:46 What kind of writing does TGC look for?
27:00 What are some of the common writing mistakes the editors at TGC see?
37:00 What advice do you have for those who want to turn submit a piece to TGC?

Find all of Matt's writing at TGC here: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/author/Matt-Smethurst

Follow Matt on Twitter: @MattSmethurst
Follow me, J.A. Medders: @mrmedders

My blog: www.jamedders.com

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Sour Patch Kids: Berries — So. Good.

Episode 18: Thomas Kidd on Writing, Platform, Whitefield and Franklin May 08, 2017

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Listen to author, historian, and professor Thomas Kidd and I discuss multipack of topics on writing. George Whitfield used the technology and platform of his day for the spread of the gospel. What can we learn from him and our writing? Is platform wrong? Social media can do a lot of good things—if it weren't for Twitter, Dr. Kidd and I would have never connected. Listen as Dr. Kidd and I navigate it all.

Today's music: Purple Dinosaur by nobigdyl

Dr. Kidd's books:

Benjamin Franklin: The Religious Life of a Founding Father, http://amzn.to/2qTuXYJ

George Whitefield: America's Spiritual Founding Father, http://amzn.to/2pXiqWP

Find the rest of his books here: http://amzn.to/2ps0VuI

Twitter: @ThomasSKidd, me: @mrmedders

My blog: http://jamedders.com/

My books on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2pshkzp

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Christian Standard Bible: Today's show is brought to you by The Christian Standard Bible. Offering an optimal blend of accuracy and readability, the CSB helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship. The CSB is equally suited for serious study or sharing with your neighbor hearing God’s Word for the very first time. Learn more at CSBible.com

Episode 17: David Murray on Writing May 01, 2017

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Listen to David Murray, author and professor, talk about how he became a writer, the struggles in writing, burnout and pace as a writer.

Check out David's blog: http://headhearthand.org/blog/

His new book, Reset: Living a Grace-Paced Life in a Burnout Culture: http://amzn.to/2pQl7KC

How Sermons Work: http://amzn.to/2qxk0fb

Jesus on Every Page: http://amzn.to/2qxeiKn

And the rest of David's books on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2pQvLAO

Find David on Twitter: @davidpmurray
Find me on Twitter: @mrmedders

My blog: http://jamedders.com/
My books on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2pQBIhc

Sponsored By:

Christian Standard Bible: Today's show is brought to you by The Christian Standard Bible. Offering an optimal blend of accuracy and readability, the CSB helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship. The CSB is equally suited for serious study or sharing with your neighbor hearing God’s Word for the very first time. Learn more at CSBible.com

Episode 16: Episode 16: Lore Ferguson Wilbert on Writing Apr 26, 2017

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Listen to Lore (pronounced Loreee) and I talk writing, C.S. Lewis, editing, and vulnerability in our writing.

Big thanks to rapper, nobigdyl, for providing today's music. Check out his album Canopy. Todays tracks: Tree Tops and Purple Dinosaur. https://www.nobigdyl.com/

Check out Lore's website, Sayable: http://www.sayable.net/

Lore's latest book projects, Read and Reflect Series:

Humility by Andrew Murray,http://amzn.to/2qfao8x
The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan, http://amzn.to/2pzUdqb

Follow Lore on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lorewilbert

Find my books on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2qfnin6

My site: http://jamedders.com/

And find me on Twitter, @mrmedders

Peace!

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Christian Standard Bible: Today's show is brought to you by The Christian Standard Bible. Offering an optimal blend of accuracy and readability, the CSB helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship. The CSB is equally suited for serious study or sharing with your neighbor hearing God’s Word for the very first time. Learn more at CSBible.com

Episode 15: Russ Ramsey on Writing Apr 06, 2017

Show notes

On today's show, Russ Ramsey, author and editor, drops writing wisdom all over the place in this episode.

The Rabbit Room: https://rabbitroom.com/

The app I use to proof my work, Pro Writing Aid: https://prowritingaid.com/

He Reads Truth: http://hereadstruth.com/

Check out Russ's books on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2o7bPIb

Get Russ's latest book, Struck: http://amzn.to/2oFwlRn

Here's my books on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2oelQUn

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Christian Standard Bible: Today's show is brought to you by The Christian Standard Bible. Offering an optimal blend of accuracy and readability, the CSB helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship. The CSB is equally suited for serious study or sharing with your neighbor hearing God’s Word for the very first time. Learn more at CSBible.com

Episode 14: Scott Sauls on Writing Mar 20, 2017

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Episode 14: Scott Sauls on Writing by J.A. Medders

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Christian Standard Bible: Today's show is brought to you by The Christian Standard Bible. Offering an optimal blend of accuracy and readability, the CSB helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship. The CSB is equally suited for serious study or sharing with your neighbor hearing God’s Word for the very first time. Learn more at CSBible.com

Episode 13: Trillia Newbell on Writing Mar 13, 2017

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Episode 13: Trillia Newbell on Writing by J.A. Medders

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Christian Standard Bible: Today's show is brought to you by The Christian Standard Bible. Offering an optimal blend of accuracy and readability, the CSB helps readers make a deeper connection with God’s Word and inspires lifelong discipleship. The CSB is equally suited for serious study or sharing with your neighbor hearing God’s Word for the very first time. Learn more at CSBible.com

Episode 12: Scott James on Writing Dec 19, 2016

Show notes

On the final episode of Season 2, I talk with Scott James.

Who?

Scott, like me, isn't a celebrity pastor or writer. He's an ordinary person, and he's a great writer.

Scott is a lay elder at the Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama. And, Scott is also a full-time doctor. He's a smart guy with a demanding job and full plate. So how does Scott find time to write? How did he become a writer?

I love Scott's story. I think you will too.

Scott's books on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2hMYz6N

My books: http://amzn.to/2h3xGwu

Episode 11: Kevin Vanhoozer on Writing Dec 05, 2016

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Find Dr. Vanhoozer's books: http://amzn.to/2gZ8mpR

The article he mentioned: How To Write a Theological Sentence: http://www.abc.net.au/religion/articles/2013/09/26/3856546.htm

Need help checking your writing? Grammarly is a friend you'll like: https://app.grammarly.com/

My books on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2g3kEv4

My website: www.jamedders.com

Just Keep Writing.

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