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The wisdom in pruning.

I”m starting to realize the wisdom in pruning.

John 15 has a lot to say about it, and one of the things that I find fascinating is that God doesn’t just prune the bad things from our lives, He might even prune good things so that we become even more fruitful.

I’ve adopted this thinking when it comes to my writing ministry.

God has created me to be a “one thing at a time” person, but I keep taking leaps into territory not made for me. It’s so much easier for me to nurture one thing to its fullest potential than to do five million while trying to keep my head from spinning.

BUT, I think I’ve finally gotten the memo (and printed it off and framed it for good measure).

I’m going to continue writing and posting my “podcast” through my website. But I’m no longer calling it a podcast. It truly is a recorded diary that I love sharing with you guys, but I really have no intent on becoming a podcaster. However, I’m still publishing my diary as a video series you’ll still receive in your inbox (it’s also available on YouTube). Just push play to hear my heart.

So I’ll continue to write my heart out and talk to God, offering it all up to the One who hasn’t failed me yet.

A poll.

This week’s posts.

Except pray.
My mental health journey as a Christian writer.

“Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him…”
– Job 13:15

© 2023 by Ericka Clay

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Taking hold of my writing future.

I don’t have everything figured out. But as I study God’s word and remove distractions from my life to hear His voice, I’m met with absolute peace, including when it comes to my writing career.

I share next steps for my books and also talk about the ways God has been moving through my life recently.

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© 2023 by Ericka Clay

Listen to all my diary entries here.

Mentioned in this episode…
The Bible Recap
The Message

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Writing in the desert.

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How self-assessment can heal your heart.

I have problems. You’ve probably realized this by now. But I do think one of the greatest gifts God’s given me is the ability to self-assess my motives.

Self-assessment leads to understanding God’s conviction, then to confession, which leads to repentance. It’s a hard act of uncovering the wrongs in our hearts. But it’s a crucial tool to feel Christ’s peace.

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© 2023 by Ericka Clay

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Why the act of submission has made me a better writer.

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Making changes, finding routine.

I’m making a major life change that is making me feel better, body, mind, and soul.

I also talk about routines. Why they’re important and how they’ve helped equip me mentally as a mom, wife, and writer.

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© 2023 by Ericka Clay

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Finding faith through parenting.

I’ve been letting go in all areas of my life. The hardest? Raising my daughter to know Christ.

But I have faith that God has already marked out her journey and is guiding her by the hand. It’s up to me to love her fiercely and to squash any fear I have that she’ll stray.

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© 2023 by Ericka Clay

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Why the act of submission has made me a better writer.

I used to think of submission as the “s” word. Now, I find peace in fully surrendering to the path God desires for me, and this surrender extends to my writing career.

I’ve learned to let go and let God call the shots when it comes to my writing and marketing my books. But I’ve also learned how submission is fully embodied in Christ’s death on the cross and His resurrection. Why not embrace something so life-giving and honoring to others?

Click play to hear my heart.

© 2023 by Ericka Clay

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My ultimate goal as a writer.

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My ultimate goal as a writer.

We often don’t keep the main thing the main thing. Our human flesh is always looking for bigger, better, more success. But when we don’t put the Gospel at the forefront of our mind, the redeeming path Christ has created for all of us, are we really creating art? Or are we just creating a future the world desires?

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© 2023 by Ericka Clay

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Saying “no” to social media as a writer…and a human.

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Taking care of my writer’s body.

I’ve had a difficult time in my past dealing with body dysmorphia and over-exercising. It led to a lot of darkness. But fortunately, God’s grace has led me away from this misguided approach towards my body and to a new understanding of what taking care of myself actually entails.

Healing your body is also a great way to heal the mind.

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© 2023 by Ericka Clay.

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God Will Make Away

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Taking Lent to rest my writer’s mind.

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Saying “no” to social media as a writer…and a human.

My struggle is real with this one. Other than LinkedIn, I’m off social media. More accurately, God’s asked me to be off social media, and I’m finally giving it up.

How do I do this writing thing without shouting it all over the internet? I share that today, plus what growing as a writer looks like from here on out.

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© 2023 by Ericka Clay

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Unique Mums

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Taking Lent to rest my writer’s mind.

Lent starts today. It’s something I haven’t celebrated since I was a young Catholic girl. But now? I truly understand the importance of resting thoroughly in Christ.

To do this? I’m greatly lowering my caffeine intake. You can probably tell by the sound of this recording how well this process is going lol. But I’m grateful for the opportunity to rest my body and to heal my mind.

Click play to hear my heart.

© 2023 by Ericka Clay

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