How do we Use Words by Wendy H. Jones

Readers of this and my own Bookaholic blog will know that I like adult colouring books. Almost as much as I like writing in fact. I have recently bought a daily devotional which is also a colouring book. Perfect. Even more perfect was starting off the study with this image and the words that go with it. Words are my, and I am sure for many reading this, joy and inspiration. I am never happier than when reading or writing. Well maybe chocolate might be up there too. As an author, I use words to express myself, to paint pictures, and to weave a story. In my non-fiction books I use words to support others, to lead someone in a certain direction, to illuminate and advise. 

However, as a writer who is also a Christian, do I ever pause to think about what words God would want me to write? Do you? This verse from Proverbs 16:24 tells us that our words can be used to heal and to soothe. Words have power, greater power than we can ever imagine. Whether we write fiction or non-fiction our readers believe in us and the words we use are not only read but internalised. Our words have power as we are perceived as being experts. 

This passage made me think about what I do and my responsibilities as an author. Am I using my writing to bring Glory to God. Before anyone thinks I am suggesting we should only write Christian books, that is not the case. I write fiction which is suitable for both Christians and non-Christians alike. I believe this is the path that God would have me take and I will do this to the best of my ability. However, most people know I am a Christian and I believe that my books should reflect different values. I do my writing not just for the readers but for God. 

I leave you with a question, how are you using your words? I will be praying for each and every writer reading this blog as you carry out the work God has called you to do. It is a privilege and an honour to be a part of such a group who use their words wisely. 

About the Author 

Wendy H Jones is the Amazon Number 1 best-selling author of the award winning DI Shona McKenzie Mysteries. Her Young Adult Mystery, The Dagger’s Curse was a finalist in the Woman Alive Readers Choice Award. She is also The President of the Scottish Association of Writers, an international public speaker, and runs conferences and workshops on writing, motivation and marketing. Wendy is the founder of Crime at the Castle, Scotland’s newest Crime Festival. She is the editor of  a Lent Book, published by the Association of Christian Writers and also the editor of the forthcoming Christmas Anthology form the same publisher. Her first children's book, Bertie the Buffalo, will be released at the end of October 2018.

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