Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.
Colossians 3:23
Christian Devotions Writing Tip: Passive voice creates distance, slows pacing, and dilutes emotional depth. By shifting from “The room was cleaned by Maria” to “Maria bustled around the room, huffing as she cleaned,” writers can captivate readers and drive their stories forward. This podcast episode offers practical advice for spotting and fixing passive sentences to strengthen your work. Dive deeper into these techniques at How to Win Over the Acquiring Editor.
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Eddie Jones is a North Carolina-based writer and Acquisition Editor for Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. He is also an award-winning author with HarperCollins. He is cofounder of Christian Devotions Ministries and is a speaker and teacher at writers conferences nationwide.