Posts by Gina Conroy
Be Still
“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 I can’t even count the number of times I’ve read that verse, or heard a sermon about it, or attended a weekend retreat with that as the theme. I’ve heard it so many times, it hardly registers anymore. And if it does, it usually just…
Read MoreConference Time
by Ron Estrada This week Super G will have some activities planned for those of you unable to attend the ACFW Conference in Indianapolis. I will be there, but the last time I attended was six years ago. I think I’m about due. Does that mean my writing career has suffered a great setback? Not…
Read MoreTop 10 Reasons You’re Jealous I’m NOT Going to ACFW
This is the second ACFW conference I’ve missed since 2005. The second one in Indianapolis. Go figure! And while I fretted and lamented and whined about missing the first one, I’m much more mature this time around. Really! And this year YOU’RE gonna be jealous because I’m not going to ACFW. So try and be…
Read MoreGoal Setting for Codependents
STOP… before you scroll past this post. I know, the word codependent conjures up all types of dysfunctions I’m sure you don’t have, but what if the the goal setting principles in the post can actually help you set goals AND reach them? Are you willing to take a chance and read on? To swallow…
Read MoreYour 5-Point Novel Outline
by Ron Estrada As some of you may have surmised, I have recently converted fully into the camp of the planner\plotter. As a recovering panster, I feel it is my duty to immerse my fellow writers into the world of planning. I understand this will be a shock to some of your systems, so I’ll…
Read MoreIf You Think Writing Isn’t Work, Think Again!
It’s Labor Day and I bet most writers (if they’re not at the beach or pool) will be writing! Writing is hard work, don’t let anyone else tell you otherwise. So sweat it out, people! And enjoy every minute! “Writing is total grunt work. A lot of people think it’s all about sitting and…
Read MoreMissed Opportunities: If Only I’d Known!
Have you ever thought about the consequences of delayed obedience? I don’t mean physical punishments, but rather missed opportunities. Blessings that could have been yours if only you’d gone for it and done what you knew you should do when you knew you should do it. There are a few things my daughter absolutely hates.…
Read MoreWhen Necessary, Use Words
I loved Sunday’s sermon even though it started out with this quote by Francis of Assisi: “Preach the gospel at all times. When necessary, use words.” Words are my passion. My career. The way I pursue my mission in life. But it’s important to remember that what makes my words powerful really comes from what’s…
Read MoreWhy Bother to Write?
by Ron Estrada As I write this the blogoshpere is running rampant with stories about Miley Cyrus’ plunge into depths of entertainment depravity, Another shooting in Florida, The Australian baseball player who was murdered in the U.S., and this little scrap in Syria which, apparently, the U.S. will be fully immersed. All in a day’s…
Read MoreYou’re Not as Significant as You Think
I’ve been thinking a lot about my place in this world, my story. Mainly because what I seem to be reading and hearing, in a round about way from friends and pastors, seems to be saying the same thing. I’m not as significant as I think. I know, a while ago a wrote a post…
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