Are you called to write a Christian book but unsure where to start?
Empowered By Faith: From Manuscript to Impactful Story – A Revised and Expanded Guide to Christian Self-Publishing 2025 is your complete, faith-driven guide to Christian self-publishing — now fully revised and expanded for 2025.
Every believer’s testimony has the power to change lives. As Revelation 12:11 declares, “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony…” This guide is not just about publishing a book — it’s about obeying God’s call, spreading the Gospel, and inspiring you to tell your story so another heart may be transformed forever.
David Braddock, Founder of Jesus 168 L3C, walks you step-by-step from God’s call on your heart to holding your finished book in your hands. Whether you choose the do-it-yourself route or partner with a collaborative publisher, you’ll discover how to write with biblical integrity, publish professionally, and launch your book as a ministry — not just a product.
This edition also offers a candid look at the current state of the Christian publishing world — the challenges, the opportunities, and the new models emerging for authors who want to see their VISION INTO PRINT without compromising their message. You’ll learn how to:
Understand the shrinking gate of traditional Christian publishing and what it means for new authors.
Weigh the benefits and risks of self-publishing in an overcrowded marketplace.
Evaluate hybrid and partnership publishing models with discernment.
Build a launch and marketing plan that reflects both stewardship and Kingdom focus.
Write with Kingdom impact in mind — focusing not on royalties, but on the souls your story may reach.
Inside, you’ll also discover how to:
Overcome fear and writer’s block with biblical encouragement.
Define your audience so your message truly connects.
Format, design, and present your book like a professional.
Expand your reach through translations and audiobooks.
Sustain your book’s impact for years after launch.
As the author of four books and the publisher of both Christian classics and new voices, David shares proven strategies and real-life examples — including how rough drafts became impactful testimonies for authors like Alex Correa, Pastor Shannon West, and Rosemarie.
Perfect for: Aspiring Christian authors, pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone ready to share their God-given message with the world.
Praise for Empowered By Faith
“I’ve read the last two editions—this is a huge leap forward.”
“Almost anyone with a call to write can succeed with this guide.”
“David didn’t just tell me how to do it—he gave me the tools to do it right.”
Kingdom Impact: As a company, Jesus 168 L3C tithes 10% of every sale to a church, missionary, or Christian worker chosen by the author. For Empowered By Faith, the author has chosen the church he leads — #BibleTeach Church in Wichita, Kansas, USA. Learn more at www.BibleTeach.Online.
