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Perfect in Beauty

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Randy Willis explores the theme of choice between good and evil, using the biblical figure of Lucifer as a metaphor. He emphasizes that true control in life comes from surrendering to God, contrasting worldly temptations with spiritual truths. The narrative stresses the significance of Jesus Christ's sacrifice for humanity's redemption and healing. Throughout, Willis warns against the lies of Satan, urging readers to look to Jesus for fulfillment and salvation, asserting that only through faith can one overcome sin and emptiness. He invites everyone to accept God's love and make the vital choice of embracing faith in Christ for eternal life.

Isms & Schisms

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This text emphasizes the nature of Jesus Christ as the propitiation for sins, highlighting His dual identity as fully God and fully human. It reflects on His desire to gather humanity to Him and stresses that individuals have the choice to accept or reject His grace. Key biblical verses illustrate that salvation is available to all, not limited by doctrine or predetermined fate. The narrative recounts personal experiences and underscores God's love and the necessity of acknowledging this relationship through faith. Ultimately, it calls for a response to Jesus' invitation, asserting that true fulfillment comes from embracing Him amidst life's struggles.

Isms & Schisms

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The text discusses the nature of Jesus Christ as both divine and human, emphasizing His role as the savior for all humanity, not just a select few. It highlights biblical themes of choice, repentance, and God's desire for all to accept Him. Key scriptures illustrate God's sovereignty, foreknowledge, and mankind's inherent sinful nature. The author argues that while God knows outcomes, it does not negate human choice in accepting salvation. He encourages readers to turn to Jesus, offering a pathway to forgiveness and eternal life. Ultimately, it calls for an acceptance of God's grace, underscoring that salvation is available to "whosoever will."

Joseph Willis: 250 Years Ago Today

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250 years ago, my 4th Great-grandfather, Joseph Willis, became a Patriot. Today, his descendants, which include three of my grandchildren, celebrated that anniversary!

Randy Willis: Writing Tips from my Friends

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Randy Willis shares his insights on writing, emphasizing clarity through short sentences and paragraphs. He admires authors like Hemingway and Twain and dislikes flowery language, favoring straightforward prose. He defines himself as a "pantser," writing intuitively rather than outlining, and prefers to omit unnecessary descriptors. Willis urges writers to show rather than tell, allowing readers to draw conclusions. His novel "Beckoning Candle" is inspired by his family’s history related to Pearl Harbor. He encourages research, fun, and self-editing, while reminding writers to find personal styles and keep readers engaged through storytelling without excessive explanation.

10 Steps to Becoming a Successful Writer

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Randy Willis shares a reflective narrative on his journey to becoming a writer, emphasizing the importance of heritage and storytelling. He outlines ten steps for aspiring writers, including valuing family ancestry, immersing in research from a young age, and collaborating with established authors. Inspired by a friend, Dr. Sue Eakin, Willis discusses his works, particularly "Twice a Slave," which connects to historical figures like his fourth great-grandfather, Joseph Willis. He reflects on his writing process, incorporating life experiences and familial stories while highlighting the lessons learned from infamous authors. Throughout, he acknowledges the grace and guidance of God in his literary pursuits.

A Mighty Big Loop

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The old-timers were spinning yarns about the weather, the scourge of the XITs, and Charlie Goodnight’s barbed wire fences doing away with the “real cowboys,” a cattle disease called Texas Fever, and many a “she did me wrong yarn.

About Randy Willis

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Best-selling and award-winning master storyteller Randy Willis—books about adventure, family, and faith.

Living in the Abundance of God’s Blessings

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Today, we read a lot about chance and good luck. These serendipitous words are what many place their hopes and dreams for their future. Casinos and the lottery fuel these hopes of chance. Life is one happy accident after another, many believe.

Angelic Protection

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Discover the miraculous journey of Randy Willis's son, Aaron, who survived two devastating car accidents through angelic protection and divine intervention.

Ahyoka Willis: Bringer of Joy in Cherokee

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Joseph Willis would continue into the lawless "No Man's land," the Louisiana Neutral Strip, a half-century before the Catholic Church. It would be here that he buried on the banks of the Calcasieu River the sleeve from the dress his mother, Ahyoka, used as a tourniquet to save Joseph Willis's father, Agerton's life.

Dolly Parton: A Streetcar Named Desire

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In his personal narrative, Randy Willis reflects on his encounters with Johnny Rodriguez, a significant figure in country music, and their shared experiences in places like Garner State Park and New Orleans during the 1970s. Willis recounts their friendship, music performances, and memorable moments, including meeting Dolly Parton as they celebrated Johnny’s chart successes. He also conveys a sense of nostalgia regarding their musical journeys, while exploring themes of friendship, creativity, and the cultural backdrop of Louisiana. Additionally, he emphasizes the impact of community and philanthropy through initiatives like the Johnny Rodriguez Life Enrichment Center.

Hell is Empty and All the Devils are Here

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It was a day reminiscent of Shakespeare's play The Tempest. However, there was no comedy on this stage. "Hell is empty and all the devils are here." William Shakespeare The Tempest

Trust and Respect by Randy Willis

Trust and Respect

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Randy Willis narrates the tale of Dan and Julieanne, two young people from vastly different backgrounds whose lives intersect during World War II. Despite their separate worlds—Dan's life on a farm in Louisiana and Julieanne's in Manhattan—they find a connection through letters sparked by a donated book. Their correspondence blooms into love, guided by Dan's mother's wisdom about trust and respect in marriage. After the war, they meet at Grand Central Station, ultimately celebrating fifty years of marriage. The story highlights themes of enduring love, faith, and the idea that true fulfillment is found in a relationship with God, as epitomized by the message of Jesus Christ.