Send Me: Conquering Your Fears for Bold Evangelism

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I’m giving away one print copy of Ronie Kendig’s Conspiracy of Silence to a FW Blog reader! Leave a comment below for your chance to win! Anxiety twisted my stomach as I battled the conviction that gripped me. “So you think I should bring it up again, too?” I asked my mom the question, probably for the second time. A …

Fear Warrior Friends: A Chat with Liz Johnson on Scary Movies, Car Washes, and Fighting Fear

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Jerusha: We haven’t had an interview with a FW Friend for a long time, and I’m thrilled to bring it back with a chat with Christian author Liz Johnson! Liz writes fantastic suspense and contemporary romance. She’s graciously giving away one free print copy of her brand new romance, A Sparkle of Silver, to one of you. Leave a comment …

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Ignorance Is Not Bliss: When Fear Keeps You from Facing Your Problems

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Jerusha: I’m delighted to have blogger Diane Ferreira as my guest today! Please join me in giving her a big, Fear Warrior community welcome! By Diane Ferreira We have all heard the expression, “Every cloud has a silver lining.” It essentially refers to the fact that every problem, every issue that we have in life comes with some positive aspect to …

The Greatest Reward: Conquering Fear with the Ultimate Good

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I’d never seen him so scared. When I first picked him up from his long flight from breeder to us, it didn’t take long to notice that our fluffy Great Pyrenees puppy, Marshmallow, was one of the bravest and most confident dogs we’d ever had. He showed no fear of the airport sounds and noises, our home when we arrived, …

The Choice: Beating Fear with Its Own Worst Enemy

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Jerusha: I’m delighted to welcome blogger and inspirational fiction author, Mary Felkins, as my guest today! Please join me in giving her a big FW community welcome! By Mary Felkins I’ve often wondered if maybe my mom made the wrong decision that day when I was in middle school. You see, she’d taken me shopping for some new clothes. After …

Even If: Choosing Faith Over Fear When the “What If” Happens

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Jerusha: I’m so excited to have blogger and super-powered book reviewer, Carrie Schmidt, as my guest today! In honor of Carrie’s amazing support for Christian fiction, I’m giving away a free print copy of Janice Cantore’s Drawing Fire to one of you! Simply leave a comment below for your chance to win. And please join me in giving Carrie a …

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Surrender: The Surprising Way to Fear Less

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Jerusha: I’m delighted to welcome Stacey Weeks to the FW Blog! Stacey is the author of the fear-fighting book, Glorious Surrender. Please join me in giving this sister Fear Warrior a big FW community welcome! By Stacey Weeks Fear manifests in many ways. For some, it comes in sweaty hot flashes or uncontrollable trembling. Heartbeats race, chests tighten, and butterflies …

Overcoming Criticism without a Thick Skin

A Discouraging Word: How to Fearlessly Overcome Criticism without a Thick Skin

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She stopped writing that day. I’ve seen it happen more than once. A writer attends a conference, maybe for the first time, and instead of being encouraged by the experience, they come away disheartened. In the worst cases, like the one I’m reflecting on now, they leave with the decision to quit writing altogether. Such a severe response to criticism, …

Bigger than Fear: Conquering Anxiety with a Surprise Weapon

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Jerusha: I’m delighted to introduce you to my friend and fellow writer, Raelee May Carpenter! Raelee and I met online, and I just love her encouraging spirit, even in the midst of difficulties. Raelee is offering a free digital copy of her novel, Liberation Song, to one of you! Simply leave a comment below for a chance to win. Now …

A War Hero’s Victory: How to Win the Battle Against Fear

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Jerusha: I shared this post with you last Memorial Day, and I’d like to bring it to you again in honor of my grandpa, a war hero to me, and all others in our armed forces who have sacrificed to serve our country and keep us safe. Thank you doesn’t say enough. Bullets smattered the side of the truck. A …