Friday, September 12, 2003
This Week's WTI Editorial
Just thought I'd post this week's WTI editorial from our weekly newsletter.
SHOW ‘EM THE TRUTH
by Glenn White
I’ve always been amazed by dumb things people say in the Bible. A good example is Pilate when he asked Jesus, “What is truth?” Every time I read Pilate’s pseudo-philosophical query I want to scream and tell him, “C’mon, didn’t someone tell you that Jesus said he was the truth. Truth stands right before your eyes.”
I guess I’m somewhat too harsh on Pilate since I too frequently miss the truth (Jesus) standing in front of my face. I call those times as my brain having an out-of-the-body experience. And I think all of us have those moments where the obvious seems obscure.
Many non-church people today are honestly seeking truth. But they believe truth is a subjective reality or cold hard facts found in a philosophical theory, religious teaching or legal system. However, after Jesus came on the scene then truth became a real person and not just another law, good idea or nice way of looking at life.
It’s important for every Christian writer to know that truth is found in the person of Jesus. It’s important to know because every writer should always tell truth. After all, even fiction is simply another way of telling people the truth through story. It makes no difference if you write fiction or non-fiction, you can show ‘em the truth by showing them Jesus.
How can you show people the truth? When you write let Jesus come into your writing. Write about the character of Jesus using a character in your story. Or look for the character of Jesus in your non-fiction article or book and write about what you find. Caution: show don’t tell. I think non-church people are tired of being told about Jesus without seeing him. It’s a challenge but I believe writers can show people Jesus without naming names. Also I believe that with a little practice you can become a real truth shower. And when people know the truth there are amazing results.
Finally, always remember that you can never separate the truth of Jesus from the love of Jesus. Because when you show ‘em the truth with the love of Jesus…you will write to inspire!
Aloha, Glenn
Just thought I'd post this week's WTI editorial from our weekly newsletter.
SHOW ‘EM THE TRUTH
by Glenn White
I’ve always been amazed by dumb things people say in the Bible. A good example is Pilate when he asked Jesus, “What is truth?” Every time I read Pilate’s pseudo-philosophical query I want to scream and tell him, “C’mon, didn’t someone tell you that Jesus said he was the truth. Truth stands right before your eyes.”
I guess I’m somewhat too harsh on Pilate since I too frequently miss the truth (Jesus) standing in front of my face. I call those times as my brain having an out-of-the-body experience. And I think all of us have those moments where the obvious seems obscure.
Many non-church people today are honestly seeking truth. But they believe truth is a subjective reality or cold hard facts found in a philosophical theory, religious teaching or legal system. However, after Jesus came on the scene then truth became a real person and not just another law, good idea or nice way of looking at life.
It’s important for every Christian writer to know that truth is found in the person of Jesus. It’s important to know because every writer should always tell truth. After all, even fiction is simply another way of telling people the truth through story. It makes no difference if you write fiction or non-fiction, you can show ‘em the truth by showing them Jesus.
How can you show people the truth? When you write let Jesus come into your writing. Write about the character of Jesus using a character in your story. Or look for the character of Jesus in your non-fiction article or book and write about what you find. Caution: show don’t tell. I think non-church people are tired of being told about Jesus without seeing him. It’s a challenge but I believe writers can show people Jesus without naming names. Also I believe that with a little practice you can become a real truth shower. And when people know the truth there are amazing results.
Finally, always remember that you can never separate the truth of Jesus from the love of Jesus. Because when you show ‘em the truth with the love of Jesus…you will write to inspire!
Aloha, Glenn
Monday, September 08, 2003
Electronic Reference Desk
I don't know about YOU, but I am frequently researching. Daily, as a matter of fact. I just found this 'reference desk' in my local paper and thought I'd share it with you.
I recommend bookmarking everything you run into, and organizing them into folders, if your browser allows it. The folders might be labeled by type of information, or by the title of the project for which it is required. I recommend keeping everything for a while until you've ascertained its full use. Then, you can delete it.
Note: IF a site was particularly helpful, keep the site and give them a mention in your work.
~~Sandi~~
I don't know about YOU, but I am frequently researching. Daily, as a matter of fact. I just found this 'reference desk' in my local paper and thought I'd share it with you.
I recommend bookmarking everything you run into, and organizing them into folders, if your browser allows it. The folders might be labeled by type of information, or by the title of the project for which it is required. I recommend keeping everything for a while until you've ascertained its full use. Then, you can delete it.
Note: IF a site was particularly helpful, keep the site and give them a mention in your work.
~~Sandi~~
