tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post5551316220634197924..comments2024-01-01T18:42:01.363-08:00Comments on International Christian Fiction Writers: How to Stay Authentic in a Counterfeit WorldLisa Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358581487206184033noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-5418728228124057612017-09-22T13:18:36.714-07:002017-09-22T13:18:36.714-07:00Thanks so much for commenting. I'm glad it res...Thanks so much for commenting. I'm glad it resonated with you :-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10187314213051303482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-3861099596332155712017-06-27T20:42:18.227-07:002017-06-27T20:42:18.227-07:00I have just read this, Jeb, and it is so appropria...I have just read this, Jeb, and it is so appropriate for where I am at right now. Thanks so much!Cindy Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16633543006741998470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-41170684693178033712017-06-15T03:38:24.095-07:002017-06-15T03:38:24.095-07:00I actually didn't know about the book, but too...I actually didn't know about the book, but took his class at ACFW two years ago where he talked about the same thing. It was extremely good. Thanks for the recommendation. I'm sure the book is fantastic as well.Lisa Harrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11358581487206184033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-74449384346983797882017-06-15T02:11:22.805-07:002017-06-15T02:11:22.805-07:00Thanks, Lisa! You're also right...not easy, bu...Thanks, Lisa! You're also right...not easy, but worth it! Have you ever read Allen Arnold's 'The Story of With'? He talks a lot about identity and moving from the 'orphan realm' into the 'freedom realm.' I'd really recommend it as a great encouraging resource!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10187314213051303482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-11967341288987483402017-06-15T02:01:44.933-07:002017-06-15T02:01:44.933-07:00Funnily enough, I got a contract today for a flash...Funnily enough, I got a contract today for a flash fiction piece I sent to Splickety Publishing for the July issue of their spec fiction magazine, HAVOK. Perfect timing. As to the cheese-in-a-can. Um. No. Nope. Neverrrrrr!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10187314213051303482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-17638194721315292362017-06-15T01:54:44.775-07:002017-06-15T01:54:44.775-07:00A great post Jebraun - I admire your authenticity ...A great post Jebraun - I admire your authenticity and your take on it. I'm looking forward to that photo of you signing a contract ... with a snack of cheese-in-a-can on the table next to you.David Rawlingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07809006358848831141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-64433405447184583342017-06-15T00:41:47.959-07:002017-06-15T00:41:47.959-07:00Awww, thanks, Ian! Right back at you :-) Scott and...Awww, thanks, Ian! Right back at you :-) Scott and I were just talking about how sometimes we can act like we're under the table begging for scraps instead of realising we're seated. At the table. With the King. And there's no 'last piece of pie' to vie for because He's an amazing king with abundant resources. Be blessed!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10187314213051303482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-54178247609975168662017-06-15T00:38:59.199-07:002017-06-15T00:38:59.199-07:00Me too, Jill, me too. I figure I better train myse...Me too, Jill, me too. I figure I better train myself out of the bad habit as it is near impossible to avoid social media!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10187314213051303482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-35218766930336313342017-06-15T00:38:06.936-07:002017-06-15T00:38:06.936-07:00Such a great reminder! I love this line in particu...Such a great reminder! I love this line in particular-- "Living a life of authenticity can be difficult but it means seeking your identity in Christ, staying true to your core beliefs, and not comparing yourself to others." You're right. This is not always easy, but so crucial to being children of the King!Lisa Harrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11358581487206184033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-83400524774020111662017-06-15T00:37:55.832-07:002017-06-15T00:37:55.832-07:00Yes, of course we want to celebrate our moments bu...Yes, of course we want to celebrate our moments but not brag. I think the key is to be equally complimentary of others and lifting them up when they've done well :-) Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10187314213051303482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-73418373956723451202017-06-15T00:35:21.730-07:002017-06-15T00:35:21.730-07:00Oooh, that's so true. Rejoicing in someone els...Oooh, that's so true. Rejoicing in someone else's success is a great barometer to measure where our hearts are!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10187314213051303482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-11264972349313758342017-06-14T20:04:19.440-07:002017-06-14T20:04:19.440-07:00Love that your hubby is preaching such a good mess...Love that your hubby is preaching such a good message ... I think one of the challenges for many of us believers is we don't fully get the "identity" message. We might understand it rationally but it hasn't got into our heart, yet. I know because this was me until a few years back.<br /><br />And until we get it in our heart I think the world/flesh can easily 'lead' us astray.<br /><br />Love this post, Jeb. You keep being you because you're pretty cool just as you are!<br /><br />Bless,Ian Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00192687613923596829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-61415723974602422072017-06-14T19:57:58.983-07:002017-06-14T19:57:58.983-07:00This was a timely & thoughtful post. The compa...This was a timely & thoughtful post. The comparison game is something I've been struggling with, as well. Social media has made it easier to slip into this "game," so it's something I'm working on escaping. Thanks for sharing.J.M. Hackmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16028948155798033604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-38029534848170667352017-06-14T19:40:44.853-07:002017-06-14T19:40:44.853-07:00Thanks Jebraun. I've recently been challenged ...Thanks Jebraun. I've recently been challenged about Facebook posts, and getting the balance right between being honest and authentic, positive and encouraging, and not slipping into boasting :/ Appreciate your post - and your penchant for British spelling!Carolyn Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04180744278101977974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4620199782689299940.post-81081093190457609752017-06-14T18:37:18.480-07:002017-06-14T18:37:18.480-07:00Excellent. A reminder that we have to hear over an...Excellent. A reminder that we have to hear over and over. I can tell when I've slipped over into sin in this area when I can no longer simply be delighted when others win the competition I entered ...that resentment is my wake up call. It's a horrid feeling and I'm thankful that I haven't felt it for a long time. Christine Dillonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00138954979163077058noreply@blogger.com