Psalm 127:1a reminds us that effort alone does not guarantee success. What we build in our own power may stand for a moment, but what God builds is designed to last.

When you write from your real-life experiences, especially as a Christian woman, you serve a higher purpose. Your story may help someone heal or even lead them to a decision.

If you don't write your book, life will go on. You'll keep building. You'll keep showing up. But you'll also keep wondering: "What if I had said yes" to the opportunity to be a published author?