Set Apart Storytellers | Helping Emerging Writers Tell Better Screenplays

Are you battling spiritual warfare - or are you just burned out?
For many Christian creatives, screenwriters, and artists, it can be difficult to discern what’s actually happening when creativity feels blocked, heavy, or distant.
In this episode, we break down how to tell the difference between physical burnout and spiritual resistance, so you can respond wisely instead of spiraling in confusion or self-doubt.
You’ll learn how to:
Check your physical health and creative capacity
Discern the difference between burnout thoughts vs spiritual lies
Recognize when resistance is internal, external, or spiritual in nature
And learn how to respond with wisdom, rest, and spiritual authority
Not every creative block is spiritual warfare, but some of it is. And not every struggle is exhaustion, but a lot of it is.
Learning the difference is key to stewarding your creativity well.
This episode is for Christian screenwriters, artists, and creatives who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about what’s really holding them back.
 
Ready to take your story further?
Book a Story: Unlocked Session today at:
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Let’s turn your story idea into something clear, compelling, and ready to write.
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What does godly ambition actually look like - especially in your writing and creative calling?
In a world that celebrates hustle, success, and personal achievement, it can be hard to know where ambition fits into a life surrendered to God.
In this episode, we break down how Christian creatives and writers can understand ambition through a Kingdom lens, not a worldly one.
You’ll learn:
How to distinguish godly ambition vs worldly striving
Why ambition can be holy when it’s surrendered to God’s purpose
What it looks like to set Kingdom-centered goals as a writer
And how to release control over outcomes while still being faithful in the process
We also talk about stewardship, humility, collaboration, and why your creative work was never meant to be built in isolation or for self-glory.
If you’ve ever wrestled with wanting success, impact, or influence in your writing but weren’t sure if it was “spiritual enough,” this episode will bring clarity and grounding.
 
Ready to take your story further?
Book a Story: Unlocked Session today at:
www.penandvinestories.com/appointments
Let’s turn your story idea into something clear, compelling, and ready to write.
Learn more about Pen & Vine Stories:
www.penandvinestories.com
Connect with me on Instagram:
@penandvinestories

Ever get an idea you can’t stop thinking about - and then start wondering: Is this from God, or is this just me?
For Christian screenwriters and creatives, this question is more than curiosity - it shapes direction, peace, and purpose in your creative calling.
In this episode, we break down how to discern whether a story idea is Spirit-led or self-generated, so you can move forward with clarity instead of confusion or striving.
You’ll learn how to evaluate your ideas through:
peace vs anxiety in your spirit
Alignment with God’s values and Kingdom purpose
Confirmation through doors, timing, and wise counsel
We also talk about the tension between open doors and closed doors, and why discernment requires both spiritual sensitivity and patience.
If you’ve ever felt stuck questioning whether to pursue a creative idea, this episode will help you slow down, listen, and discern what God is actually leading you into.
 
Ready to take your story further?
Book a Story: Unlocked Session today at:
www.penandvinestories.com/appointments
Let’s turn your story idea into something clear, compelling, and ready to write.
Learn more about Pen & Vine Stories:
www.penandvinestories.com
Connect with me on Instagram:
@penandvinestories

Staring at a blank page can feel overwhelming - even when you know exactly what story you want to tell.
So how do you actually start writing a screenplay?
In this episode, we break down a simple, practical approach to help beginner screenwriters and Christian creatives finally get words on the page and start their script with clarity and confidence.
You’ll learn:
How to create a flexible story map or beat sheet
Why screenwriting software can help you move from idea to execution
How to invite God into your writing process before you begin
This episode is designed to remove pressure and perfectionism so you can actually start writing instead of staying stuck in planning.
If you’ve been holding a story in your mind but haven’t known how to begin, this episode will give you a clear starting point.
 
Ready to take your story further?
Book a Story: Unlocked Session today at:
www.penandvinestories.com/appointments
Let’s turn your story idea into something clear, compelling, and ready to write.
Learn more about Pen & Vine Stories:
www.penandvinestories.com
Connect with me on Instagram:
@penandvinestories

In this first episode, I want to share my story - how I went from simply loving storytelling to realizing it was actually a calling I couldn’t ignore.
This episode is the foundation of Set Apart Storytellers and the heart behind everything I create.
I walk through my journey as a Christian screenwriter, including:
Discovering my creative calling at a young age
Studying film and pursuing screenwriting professionally
Working on projects like The Chosen
Navigating seasons of uncertainty, transition, and “starting over”
And ultimately stepping into what became Pen & Vine Screenwriting Consulting and this podcast
But more than just my story, this episode is about your story too.
Because I believe God is raising up storytellers who will use film, media, and writing to bring truth, hope, and Kingdom impact into the world.
If you’ve ever felt called to write - but unsure of what that means or where to begin - this episode is for you.
 
Ready to take your story further?
Book a Story: Unlocked Session today at:
www.penandvinestories.com/appointments
Let’s turn your story idea into something clear, compelling, and ready to write.
Learn more about Pen & Vine Stories:
www.penandvinestories.com
Connect with me on Instagram:
@penandvinestories