Writing Through the Turbulence

Help me thank the Lord for His enabling grace that allowed me to write, Words of Hope: Writing through the Turbulence. This article gives you an overview of the book that is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4mMrGqB

There are seasons when life feels like a storm—loud, disorienting, and relentless. The world outside is in chaos, and sometimes, so is the world within. And yet, in the middle of that noise, there comes a quiet, unmistakable prompting: write.

Not because the words come easily. Not because we feel strong or inspired. But because God is gently leading us to the page. He is inviting us to process, to pray, and to proclaim His goodness—even when the skies are dark.

This is for the writer who feels weary. The one who senses God’s call to write but wonders if their words matter. The one who is learning to trust that when God prompts, He also provides.

When God Leads Us to Write

Writing in turbulent times is not about having the right words—it is about obedience. It is about responding to God’s nudge, even when we feel empty. It is about showing up with our brokenness and trusting that He can use it.

When God prompts us to write, He is not asking for polished perfection. He is asking for presence. He is asking us to meet Him at the page, to pour out our hearts, and to let Him do the rest.

This kind of writing is not performance—it is obedience. It is responding to God’s call to participate in His redemptive work, even when we do not fully understand how our words will be used. It is trusting that the same God who multiplied five loaves and two fish (John 6:1–14) can take our small offering and feed souls with it.

Hope as a Response to God’s Voice

Hope is not always a feeling. Sometimes it is a decision—a response to God’s prompting to write anyway. It is choosing to believe that our words, however small, can carry light into someone else’s darkness.

Romans 15:13 reminds us, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”[i] When we write in response to God’s leading, we are not just expressing ourselves—we are participating in His hope-filled mission.

Our journals become offerings. Our essays become testimonies. Our poems become prayers. And our obedience becomes a vessel through which God ministers to others.

God Uses Imperfect Words

One of the most freeing truths for a Christian writer is this: God uses imperfect words. He is not waiting for us to polish every sentence. He is waiting for us to surrender the process.

When we write what He puts on our hearts—messy, raw, unfinished—we are offering Him something precious. And He, in His grace, breathes life into it. He takes our loaves and fishes and feeds multitudes (Matthew 14:13-21).

This is the mystery and mercy of writing with God: He does not need our eloquence. He desires our faithfulness.

When we write in response to God’s prompting, our words become an act of worship. Not necessarily in the way we often associate with music or liturgy, but in the quiet, intentional act of creating alongside Him.

After all, Scripture reminds us that all of life—every thought, word, and deed—can be worship when offered to God:

• “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship” (Romans 12:1 ESV).
• “Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus” (Colossians 3:17 ESV).
• “Whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV).

Writing, then, becomes more than a task. It becomes a worshipful rhythm. A way to reflect God’s image as Creator. A way to declare His truth in a world full of noise. A way to say, “Here I am, Lord. Use me.”

The Power of Honest Words

There is something deeply powerful about honest writing. Not polished. Not perfect. Just real.

When we write from a place of vulnerability, we give others permission to do the same. We remind them they are not alone. That someone else has walked through the turbulence and lived to tell the tale.

Psalm 19:14 says, “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.” This is the heart of writing as worship—not impressing others, but honoring God.

You Are Not Alone in the Calling

God rarely calls us to walk alone. And that includes our writing. When He prompts us to write, He often surrounds us with others who are on the same journey—fellow scribes, storytellers, and truth-bearers.

Find them. Share your words. Read theirs. Encourage one another. Writing in community is one of the ways God strengthens our calling and reminds us that we are not alone.

Whether it is a writing group, a church ministry, or a few trusted friends, let others into your process. Let them see what God is doing through you.

Hebrews 10:24–25 reminds us, “Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together… but encouraging one another.”

When the Words Do Not Come

There will be days when the words do not come. When the page feels heavy. When doubt creeps in and you wonder if you have misunderstood God’s prompting.

In those moments, remember: God is not measuring your productivity. He is looking at your heart.

Sometimes the most faithful thing you can do is sit in silence and wait. Sometimes it is scribbling a single sentence. Sometimes it is praying over a blank page.

God is present in all of it.

A Final Word for the Writer God Is Calling

If you have been sensing God’s prompting to write—do not ignore it. Do not wait for the perfect moment or the perfect words. Just begin.

Write the blog post. Start the devotional. Journal the prayer. Draft the story. Whatever He has placed on your heart, trust that He has a purpose for it.

Because when God leads us to write, He is not just shaping our words—He is shaping us. And through our obedience, He brings hope, healing, and light to others.

So write! Write through the turbulence. Write through the tears. Write through the prompting.

And trust that the One who called you is faithful to complete the work He began in you—one word at a time.

***All Scripture verses are taken from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® (ESV®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.