42 | How to Hear God's Voice in Your Author Business

Has "hearing from God" about your author business ever led you straight into debt, disappointment, or confusion?You prayed about that expensive marketing package. You fasted over the decision to quit your job and write full-time. You were absolutely certain God was opening that door. But months later, you're broke, discouraged, and wondering how you could have been so wrong about hearing His voice.The crushing truth? Sometimes what we think is God's voice is actually our own desperation, the enemy's deception, or wishful thinking dressed up in spiritual language. And when every business decision feels "spiritual," the stakes—and potential for mistakes—skyrocket.In this episode, discover the 5 biblical tests that distinguish God's true voice from everything else competing for your attention. Learn to identify the four specific deceptions that target Christian authors. Plus, understand the critical difference between legitimate business deadlines and manipulative urgency tactics that drown out God's voice.You'll learn:The Scripture Test that immediately exposes counterfeit "words from God"Why mixed results from the 5 tests actually mean something importantHow to recognize when "holy urgency" is actually human panicThe difference between God's peace and emotional excitementWhy God keeps some platforms small (and it's not punishment)When deadlines are legitimate vs. when they're manipulationStop building your author business on misheard whispers. Learn to recognize the Good Shepherd's voice with confidence.👉 Listen now to uncover the secret to becoming an anointed scribe!Episodes related to discernment in your business:> Episode 22> Episode 38Send me a message!Support the show_____________________________________🙋‍♀️ Wondering why your books aren’t selling?Start here: grab my free Why Aren’t My Books Selling? checklist and uncover what might be keeping readers from buying — so you can stop wasting time on random strategies and finally know where to focus first.       👉 Get the FREE checklist✝️ Ready to go deeper?Tired of second-guessing business decisions, chasing strategies that don’t fit, and building from pressure? The Revive to Thrive Way™ is a Spirit-led, self-paced program that helps Christian authors rebuild the foundation beneath their brand, books, marketing, and next steps—so they can stop chasing the wrong tactics and build their author business with clarity.       👉 Join The Revive to Thrive Way™_____________________________________💌  Friday Manna Newsletter™️  for more tools & tips!🤩 Rate & Review this PodcastYour support in sharing this show and leaving a review is greatly appreciated.