Fear of criticism. Attachment to a commercial result. Competing with past work. Time and resource constraints. The aspiration of wanting to change the world. And any story beyond “I want to make the best thing I can make, whatever it is” are all undermining forces in the quest for greatness.

We need to be wise in what we choose to author, asking: Is what I Am about to author worthy of my time and talent? Will it edify others? What is my primary motive? Am I seeking first to bless, not impress, seeking first the health and welfare of my audience, not my wealth?