Don't Grow Weary
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“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9 (NIV)
I will never forget the day I was rejected by a literary agent. I’d worked months to pitch a new book idea and was confident God had given me life-changing truths to share. But in 15 minutes, I went from assured and empowered to distraught and downtrodden. I was told that my story didn’t matter, and that memoirs were impossible to sell unless you were famous.
That day, my heart cracked into two pieces. I didn’t write for three months and thought, “You know, maybe I heard God’s calling wrong.” But God. He led me to the Author Conservatory, where I learned that my story did matter, but others' stories mattered more. Because you see, our job as authors isn’t to write books for ourselves, but to serve and help those around us who are hurting.
Over the last four years, I’ve learned how to craft non-fiction writing in a way that serves my audience. Pieces of that original memoir have naturally trickled in, but it’s not been easy. I’ve poured hours of blood, sweat, and tears into the pages you will hopefully someday read.
When God led me back to this agent in July of 2024, I was dumbfounded. I questioned Him numerous times and said, “Lord, you don’t understand. I was rejected so miserably.” But then I felt Him say, “I was too. And yet, we can persevere together. We can choose not to grow weary of doing good.”
With all the courage I could muster, I walked into that pitch appointment with my head held high. When I was offered a contract on the spot, I nearly cried. The agent didn’t remember me. But I could see that something was different this time. This book and story mattered because it would help others. That other story—it was one I needed to write for me.
Today, I’m in the process of traditionally publishing my first nonfiction book. I’ve still questioned a lot and had to go through trying times of rejection, defeat, and discouragement. And yet, I am often reminded of Galatians 6:9. God sees my heart, and He alone has a plan. I’m called to be faithful, therefore, I will not grow weary of doing good.
Question for Reflection:
- Do you struggle to trust God when facing rejection? What about trials or tribulations?
- How can you use those circumstances to further propel your faith and persevere?
If you’re struggling to keep doing good, whatever that means and looks like in your life, might I encourage you to talk to God about it? Share your thoughts in a prayer or journal, and ask Him for the strength and courage to endure. Then, meditate on Galatians 6, and memorize it so you can recite it in times of need.
