My publishing friends join me today to talk about a book that is near and dear to my heart.

My own!

But wait a minute. I wrote it for you.

Overall, it is speculative fiction, the goal of which is to get people thinking about the world around them. The story takes place over many generations on land that is significant. It is land awaiting its purpose, long recognized in the material and spiritual worlds as dedicated to the purpose of God. I am convinced we each have our own version of our Promised Land, whether that is proverbial or literal. Coming into agreement with that is significant for building the Kingdom of God here on earth. The Israelites Promised Land is the grand metaphor for all of us in the creation story.

Romans 8:19 says, “For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God.” ESV How many times have we read this verse and how many times have we glossed over it?

The Passion translation puts it this way: “The entire universe is standing on tiptoe, earning to see the unveiling of God’s glorious sons and daughters.” Wow!

Now, with this understanding, a shift takes place in our awareness of partnership with our Creator and His Creation. However, it isn’t easy.

Ephesians 6:12 tells us we will have to fight for it. “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”

The Passion translation puts it this way: “Your hand-to-hand combat is not with human beings, but with the highest principalities and authorities operating in rebellion under the heavenly realms. For they are a powerful class of demon-gods and evil spirits that hold this dark world in bondage.”

Verse 13 goes on to say, “Because of this, you must wear all the armor that God provides so you’re protected as you confront the slanderer, for you are destined for all things and will rise victorious.”

Think destiny.

I hope this novel will encourage you in so many ways. Mostly, I hope it will help you think outside of the box.

Xoxo

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Missy Maxwell Worton, is a multi-award-winning author, speaker & destiny Coach. She writes across various platforms, including film, television, and print. Her first multi-award-winning book is entitled, DON'T MESS WITH THIS MAMA. Now, Missy is empowering women to write their own stories for tremendous influence through her WARRIOR WRITERS group, so if you are interested in getting started, reach out to Missy! Today you will hear from three of her writers who are featured in the newly released, best-selling book, RESILIENCE: Women Rising to Their Greatest Moments.

Instagram: @Missymaxwellworton
MissyMaxwellWorton.comCarolyn Searcy is a best-selling author who lives in Hendersonville, Tennessee, with her husband, Steve, of 38 years. She is the mother of four and i

J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Speak

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Don't let your heart be troubled.

Remember, exposure season is here. Boomerangs are coming back around.

Our God's promises stand.

"But the Lord has made up his mind to oppose evildoers and to wipe out even the memory of them from the face of the earth. Yet when holy lovers of God cry out to him with all their hearts, the Lord will hear them amd come to rescue them from all their troubles." ~ Psalm 34:16-17

Get ready, because you will have much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. More than ever before.

November is the month He has chosen...

Oh, and we talk about a new supernatural (speculative fiction) novel coming out on November 25, 2025, wink, wink. COLOR for CANVAS is now in pre-order. I would love it if you would pick up a copy!

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Diana Larkin is the author of the #1 best-selling book in prophecy right now, THE RESCUE OF THE AGES! A gifted teacher and podcaster, Diana is also the host of A WATCHMAN'S JOURNAL, giving hope and encouragement to tens of thousands of people all over the world.

Diana began her adventure of walking with the Lord 48 years ago, and there has never been a dull moment since then! Diana is a wife, mom to 3 daughters, and Grammy to 10 beautiful grandchildren. Every morning Diana asks the Father what is on His heart, journals what she hears, and shares His words for encouragement and to inspire prayer. Diana posts to six social media sites, a blog, and posts videos and interviews on YouTube and Rumble.Find Diana on YouTube, Rumble, and FaceBook at A Watchman's Journal.

And read her blog @ DianaLarkin.blogspot.com


Patty Teichroew is part of A WATCHMAN'S JOURNAL team. She grew up in a Christian home and became a Christian when she was nine years old. She remembers hearing sermons about when God would speak to Moses, Noah, Elisha, David and so many others in the Bible and she would think to herself, if God spoke to people back then, why doesn’t He speak to people now? It wasn’t until she went to Explo ‘72 that she received an understanding of the importance of the Holy Spirit. At this youth gathering, she heard the Lord’s voice for the first time and that was monumental for her. When she returned home she became closer to her boyfriend whom she later married that following year. Years later she became a mother of two. It wasn’t long before she began to hear Him speak to her and He would answer her questions as how to respond to situations in her life. Everyday now she inquires of the Lord and asks Him what is on His heart and He responds to her.

Find Patty @Plteich on X
And @ www.pltprayer.blogspot.com

J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Speak

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And the wait continues.

The wait for more exposure, more justice. The wait for the end to suffering, The wait for understanding. The wait for...you name it.

The rescue is upon us, yet still we wait.

We are at the gate. The turning point has arrived.

Our God sees you. He hasn't left you. He hasn't let go of you.

His promises still stand.

He is taking care of everything, just like He said He would.

And now, there is something you can do.

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Diana Larkin is the author of the #1 best-selling book in prophecy right now, THE RESCUE OF THE AGES! A gifted teacher and podcaster, Diana is also the host of A WATCHMAN'S JOURNAL, giving hope and encouragement to tens of thousands of people all over the world.

Diana began her adventure of walking with the Lord 48 years ago, and there has never been a dull moment since then! Diana is a wife, mom to 3 daughters, and Grammy to 10 beautiful grandchildren. Every morning Diana asks the Father what is on His heart, journals what she hears, and shares His words for encouragement and to inspire prayer. Diana posts to six social media sites, a blog, and posts videos and interviews on YouTube and Rumble.Find Diana on YouTube, Rumble, and FaceBook at A Watchman's Journal.

And read her blog @ DianaLarkin.blogspot.com


Patty Teichroew is part of A WATCHMAN'S JOURNAL team. She grew up in a Christian home and became a Christian when she was nine years old. She remembers hearing sermons about when God would speak to Moses, Noah, Elisha, David and so many others in the Bible and she would think to herself, if God spoke to people back then, why doesn’t He speak to people now? It wasn’t until she went to Explo ‘72 that she received an understanding of the importance of the Holy Spirit. At this youth gathering, she heard the Lord’s voice for the first time and that was monumental for her. When she returned home she became closer to her boyfriend whom she later married that following year. Years later she became a mother of two. It wasn’t long before she began to hear Him speak to her and He would answer her questions as how to respond to situations in her life. Everyday now she inquires of the Lord and asks Him what is on His heart and He responds to her.

Find Patty @Plteich on X
And @ www.pltprayer.blogspot.com

J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Speak

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You may not have control over some of the things that have happened to you, but you do have control over your response to them.

I know. That's easier said than done.

Seriously though, your sweet God never intended for you to live in survival mode. He promises us ABUNDANT life.

Sure, obstacles pop up along the way, and the ways in which others hurt us can be devastating.

But there is color there.

Our guest today, Pamela, will encourage you on your way.

Xoxo

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Pamela Good is the author of HE NEVER LET GO, a deeply personal, powerful memoir. Raised by a mother suffering from paranoid schizophrenia, Pamela endured deep rejection, shame, and isolation from an early age, building walls and seeking validation through perfectionism. In her gripping memoir into the depths of the darkness of mental illness, Pam's remarkable resilience was her only shield. She began to question God, reject herself, and desperately hid her scars from the world. Soon, Pam could no longer outrun the truth. Her darkest night descended as she desperately wanted to tap out of life.

With a background as diverse as correctional officer in a men’s maximum-security prison, fitness entrepreneur, real estate agent, surgical technologist, and now ebike tour guide, Pamela has lived through experiences that most people only read about. Today, she uses her testimony to point people to the truth that God’s love defines their worth.

Connect with Pamela:

pamwaggood@gmail.com

J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Speak

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I got a little choked up today, seeing God in this young man.

With the loss of Charlie Kirk this week, I am grateful the Holy Spirit saw fit to arrange this interview now, on the heals of such disappointment in the world.

But enter Wilson Hickman, an imaginative filmmaker called to affect the mountain of arts and entertainment, just when we need it most.

And just when we long to see the next generation rise up and assume their callings, courageously and confidently, God highlights those who lead the way. He brings to our attention those who have also committed to truth telling. Those who aren't afraid of deception. Those who know you they are.

Like Charlie.

And, as we have heard a lot in the last couple of days, we are all Charlie now.

Here is an great example.

Oh, and for all of you aspiring filmmakers, or anyone who feels called to the field of entertainment, this one's for you too,

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Wilson Hickman is a follower of the Lord Jesus with a strong passion for storytelling. From a young age, Wilson began writing books in a variety of genres, and his passion for creativity led him to the visual medium of storytelling. When crafting a film, he often draws inspiration from his own life, vicariously learning and growing with the characters he creates. His latest project is an award-winning proof of concept episode for a Christian-themed fantasy TV series called The Lost Healer. Inspired by real-world spiritual warfare, the series is designed to transport viewers to an exciting new world while inspiring them to navigate the struggles of this one. Recognizing the power of stories to shape the culture, Wilson seeks to make compelling, God-honoring entertainment that can be enjoyed by a broad audience.

Check out The Lost Healer series trailer on YouTube:

@thelosthealerseries

And connect with Wilson:

www.thelosthealer.com

https://www.facebook.com/thelosthealerseries

Instagram: @thelosthealerseries

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J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Speak

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Encouragment is always yours when you join me in hearing what Diana and Patty have to say!

Wonder will soon overtake you.

Blessings will soon overtake you.

Are you ready?

Xoxo

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Diana Larkin is the author of the #1 best-selling book in prophecy right now, THE RESCUE OF THE AGES! A gifted teacher and podcaster, Diana is also the host of A WATCHMAN'S JOURNAL, giving hope and encouragement to tens of thousands of people all over the world.

Diana began her adventure of walking with the Lord 48 years ago, and there has never been a dull moment since then! Diana is a wife, mom to 3 daughters, and Grammy to 10 beautiful grandchildren. Every morning Diana asks the Father what is on His heart, journals what she hears, and shares His words for encouragement and to inspire prayer. Diana posts to six social media sites, a blog, and posts videos and interviews on YouTube and Rumble.Find Diana on YouTube, Rumble, and FaceBook at A Watchman's Journal.

And read her blog @ DianaLarkin.blogspot.com


Patty Teichroew is part of A WATCHMAN'S JOURNAL team. She grew up in a Christian home and became a Christian when she was nine years old. She remembers hearing sermons about when God would speak to Moses, Noah, Elisha, David and so many others in the Bible and she would think to herself, if God spoke to people back then, why doesn’t He speak to people now? It wasn’t until she went to Explo ‘72 that she received an understanding of the importance of the Holy Spirit. At this youth gathering, she heard the Lord’s voice for the first time and that was monumental for her. When she returned home she became closer to her boyfriend whom she later married that following year. Years later she became a mother of two. It wasn’t long before she began to hear Him speak to her and He would answer her questions as how to respond to situations in her life. Everyday now she inquires of the Lord and asks Him what is on His heart and He responds to her.

Find Patty @Plteich on X
And @ www.pltprayer.blogspot.com

J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Speak

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Put aside your disappointments, unforgiveness, and unbelief because here we go!

Today, 8-8-25, is Threshold Day!

What began on 1-1-25, "A Year of Exposure, Justice, and Recompense" is now more clear than ever before.

And what comes next is even better.

Diana Larkin is the author of the #1 best-selling book in prophecy right now, THE RESCUE OF THE AGES. A gifted teacher and podcaster, Diana is also the host of A WATCHMAN'S JOURNAL, giving hope and encouragement to tens of thousands of people all over the world. She is set to release her first book entitled, THE RESCUE OF THE AGES, on August 5, 2025!

Diana began her adventure of walking with the Lord 48 years ago, and there has never been a dull moment since then! Diana is a wife, mom to 3 daughters, and Grammy to 10 beautiful grandchildren. Every morning Diana asks the Father what is on His heart, journals what she hears, and shares His words for encouragement and to inspire prayer. Diana posts to six social media sites, a blog, and posts videos and interviews on YouTube and Rumble.Find Diana on YouTube, Rumble, and FaceBook at A Watchman's Journal.

And read her blog @ DianaLarkin.blogspot.com

J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Spe

J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Speak

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For anyone who has a story to tell (and that is you, my friend), today's discussion is a treat!

Because today the internationally best-selling, multi-award winning author, Francine Rivers is with me. Seriously, I could have rolled credits for the first twenty minutes of this episode and not covered her recognized talent. Suffice it to sat, Francine is gifted.

But I also personally know her to be selfless and immensely kind. She loves God's people because she loves his Son so very much.

It's been a couple of years since Francine has been on the show, so today we catch up, talking about her writing projects and the publishing industry, mostly. I take us off a time or two into the weeds, so topics like pets are part of it too.

I know you will enjoy just getting caught up with one of your all-time favorite authors!

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New York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers had a successful writing career in the general market for several years becoming a born-again Christian; she then wrote Redeeming Love as her statement of faith. A retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush, Redeeming Love is now considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction and it continues to be one of the industry’s top-selling titles year after year. Since Redeeming Love, Francine has published numerous bestselling novels with Christian themes—including The Masterpiece, Bridge to Haven, and A Voice in the Wind —and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the world. Her Christian novels have been awarded or nominated for numerous honors and in 1997, after winning her third RITA Award for Inspirational Fiction, Francine was inducted into the Romance Writers of America’s Hall of Fame. In 2015, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Francine’s novels have been translated into over 30 different languages, and she enjoys bestseller status in many foreign countries. Francine and her husband live in Northern California and enjoy time spent with their grown children and grandchildren. She uses her writing to draw closer to the Lord, and she desires that through her work she might worship and praise Jesus for all He has done and is doing in her life.

Find Francine:

https://francinerivers.com;
https://www.tyndale.com › francine-rivers-books

Facebook: @Francine Rivers

X: @FrancineRivers

J.M. Huxley (Janet Huxley) is an award-winning author and broadcast news anchor. Currently, she is a morning news anchor for conservative radio; formerly, an airborne traffic and news reporter and the operations director for the San Diego and Kansas City offices of Westwood One’s Metro Networks. Her memoir, MILK AND HONEY LAND: A Story of Grief, Grace, and Goats, won the 2019 Author Academy Award for Best Memoir, and the 2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal Winner in the Christian - Non-Fiction genre. Her children’s book, RAINBOW LAND , encourages children to see God in the rainbow. Janet has eight children and seven grandchildren. She loves nothing more than to encourage others to experience uncontainable joy in relationship with our God.

JMHuxley.com
YouTube: @JMHuxley
Rumble: @JanetHuxley
Instagram: @JM.Huxley
Facebook: @JMHuxley; Color Speak

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