What I discovered from writing my first book 📖

What writing a book taught me that might help you, too!

Reader,

If you've been with me for a while, you might recall the exciting news I shared last year: I'd signed my first book contract.

By God's grace, a few weeks ago, I turned in the finished manuscript to my publisher, The Pursuit of Holy Leisure: Enjoying God in Everyday Places. What once felt impossible is now complete, and I'm still marveling at the many ways the Lord carried me through.

In this week's article, I'm sharing 12 Lessons I Learned from Writing My First Book, and why any elephant-sized project can only be tackled one bite at a time. My prayer is that these reflections will encourage you in your own big, God-sized endeavors.

Cara

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New 20 Verses Articles

Will you forgive me?”

Have you ever longed to hear those words from someone who’s sinned against you? Perhaps you need to say those words to someone else. The topic of forgiveness often makes us bristle. We’re not always ready to let go of offenses, thinking that by forgiving, we’re letting that person off the hook. Read More Here.

Charles Spurgeon once noted that if the bookends of Jesus’ ministry were marked by adversity, we should expect the same. At the beginning of his earthly ministry, the Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness to be tempted by the Devil for forty days. At the end, in the Garden of Gethsemane, he agonized over the weight of the sin-bearing before him, and sweat great drops of blood. Read More Here

New YouVersion Plan Coming Soon

Many believers long for deeper intimacy with God, but their quiet times feel more dutiful than delightful. This 9-day devotional series explores the “one thing” Jesus said is truly necessary—being with him. Through stories of familiar biblical characters, you’ll learn about holy leisure, the unhurried, grace-filled rhythm of resting in God’s presence and savoring his Word. This is the one thing we need most, and it is the better portion. (Expected release, September 4, 2025)

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Discover Your Quiet Time Approach

Have you ever wondered why your quiet time feels more like a duty rather than a true delight? My Discover Your Quiet Time Approach Quiz will help you uncover your unique spiritual personality and how you naturally connect with God’s Word. In just a few minutes, you’ll gain clarity, encouragement, and practical steps to deepen your time with the Lord. Take the quiz today and discover a fresh approach to delighting in Scripture.