The writing life of prophetic people IS DIFFERENT from the lifestyle of mainstream writers. Does this mean we should have less success or give up on marketing? No! Still believe for success. But depending on the call and process, you may need to redefine what "success is" in your life. And as it relates to marketing, still put in the effort if you believe this is what you are supposed to do. This article, however, is for a different level of discussion.
It is focused on the nature of the "prophetic" in our calling, and how our specific calling might come with some different expectations that others might not fully understand.
Remember, the very nature of being being prophetic is to be vessels that release the heart, mind and will of God at whatever level we are called and into varying situations. This includes recognizing that many of God's people are called to much smaller audiences than they are often willing to admit or accept. Smaller doesn't mean less! It just means different (Exodus 18:25). This might also indicate that people place personal or worldly (world-bound) expectations on divine projects…. that might not apply.
Listen, this is a difficult conversation to have, yet we must have it.
Below are five areas of wisdom to consider when you're concerned that your book is not selling even though you've employed multiple strategies. Also note that the intent of this article is not to release any kind of discouragement but to cause us to consider the "prophetic call" of a writer from a different perspective.
