When Your Words Divide

I’m not always super vocal in Facebook groups.

Most of the time, I prefer to quietly observe—reading comments, learning from others, and absorbing insights from the Christian writing community.

But there are a few Facebook groups for Christian writers I’ve been actively part of for years. These groups have weekly share days for blog posts, Pinterest links, Instagram reels, and more—creating an easy rhythm for authors to engage, connect, and grow together.

Through those spaces, I’ve built a genuine network of faith-based authors I know, like, and trust.

I’ve joined their book launches, commented on their content, and supported their creative work in countless ways. Even though we’ve never met in person, I call them friends.

When Two Worlds Collide

I don’t often talk about my writing world inside my coaching world because they serve different purposes. But for those who don’t know, I published my first book a year ago—Breathing Again.

It’s written for people healing from church hurt, spiritual abuse, and religious trauma, walking through the messy middle of deconstruction and rediscovering hope.

Recently, though, I’ve felt Jesus nudging me to build a bigger table—the one I envisioned when I first started writing.

A table where everyone belongs.
A space that welcomes questions, holds tension, and invites honest conversation about faith and healing.

To honor that calling, I rebranded, launched a new blog, and began writing for a broader audience—those seeking belonging after spiritual wounds.

The Problem I Can’t Ignore

It’s impossible to ignore the division and conflict that run rampant online, even among Christian writers.

Lately, I’ve seen it infiltrate those same Facebook groups I once loved.

Posts, comments, and shares from authors I’ve admired have left me grieved—and questioning whether I still have a seat at their table. Their tone and rhetoric no longer align with the heart of Jesus or the purpose of their platforms.

And it’s made me stop and ask myself hard questions about my own content, my message, and the promise I’ve made to my readers.

Dear Christian Author: People Are Always Watching

As authors and faith-based creators, we must be intentional about everything we post—both on our author platforms and personal accounts.

It might feel tempting to weigh in on politics or polarizing issues online, but here’s a caution:

If it doesn’t serve your reader or align with your message, resist the urge.

Our words carry weight, and our readers are paying attention.

That one emotionally charged post or divisive comment might be the very reason a reader unfollows, unsubscribes, or disengages entirely.

Why?

Because it’s not what they came for.

They came for encouragement, hope, and truth. Not political commentary or cultural wars.

When we post outside our niche, we risk alienating the very people God has called us to serve.

Guarding Your Message and Your Ministry

If you need to talk politics, do it in person—with your inner circle, not your public platform.

Social media is not the place to process anger or frustration when your readers are looking for peace and perspective.

Our calling as Christian writers is to steward our message well.

That means asking before we post:

• Does this reflect Christ?

• Does this serve my readers?

• Does this build up or tear down?

A Personal Reckoning

Over the past month, I’ve pulled back from the groups I used to love.

I see authors I once looked up to sharing words that wound instead of heal—and it feels like betrayal.

They promised one thing through their books but are delivering something entirely different online.

That realization has been sobering.

It’s made me more aware of how my words—both written and spoken—shape the trust my readers place in me.

So I’m asking myself daily:
Am I honoring that trust?

Am I living out the message I write about?

A Call to Christian Writers Everywhere

If you’re a Christian author, coach, or creator—this is your reminder:

Be faithful to your message.
Be wise with your words.
Be consistent in how you show up.

Because your readers aren’t just buying your book.

They’re buying into your voice, your heart, and your integrity.

And those things? They’re worth protecting.