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2. Two Potential Book Contracts

Although I’m working on a dozen different writing projects, in the “counting your chickens before they hatch” category, it appears that two may be finding a home with publishers.

My agent, Greg Johnson, the founder and president of WordServe Literary, just notified me that Whitaker House is sending a contract for me to write a devotional: The Nicene Creed: 45-Day Exposition for Faith and Life.

There is also a major publisher considering my proposal for a prayer devotional: Calling Abba: 365 Days to Finding the Closeness to God You Always Wanted.

I’d appreciate your prayers for both of these projects as they represent a new direction in my writing, about which I’m very excited.

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3. What the Bible Says About … Volume 2” was released on the YouVersion App

You Version What the Bible Says Volume 2

If you’re looking for a brief, topical, daily Bible reading plan, the six-month plan that I compiled (with the assistance of my daughter, Kate Ritz), “What the Bible Says About … Volume 2,” was released on the YouVersion Bible App a couple of weeks ago. It already has nearly two hundred subscribers from 16 countries.

YouVersion wrote:

Created by Walt Larimore, MD, “What the Bible Says About … Volume 2” is a daily devotional composed solely of Bible verses related to a variety of topics compiled to inspire and encourage every Christ follower for an entire year.

They add:

You’ll find this devotional is unique in several ways:

First, it doesn’t contain one word or thought by a human, but only phrases or verses directly from the Bible. The reason is simple: “For the word of God is living and active” (Heb 4:12), “All Scripture is God-breathed” (2Tim 3:16-17), “These are the true words of God” (Rev 19:9), and “If anyone adds anything to [these words of prophecy], God will add to that person the plagues described in this scroll” (Rev 22:18). You would be appropriately cautious of any author who picks and chooses verses out of context and re-packages them. But we hope you’ll find that this particular effort is righteous and will allow God to speak to you in a new way with His truths.

Second, there are no chapter and verse numbers. These were not original to Scripture and can sometimes get in the way of God’s Spirit speaking to and teaching us. Nevertheless, when people first come across the Bible without book, chapter, and verse, they rightfully wonder if the verses have been changed. Therefore, Dr. Larimore has put the book, chapter, and verse references at the bottom of each devotion.

Third, often devotionals reflect this or that theological leaning. You won’t find that here either. What Dr. Larimore labored to do for you, over the last two decades, is gather significant verses to accurately reflect the whole counsel of God’s word. His guide was this: “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth” (2 Tim 2:15).

Last, but not least, let us encourage you to not just read or listen to these devotionals—rather, allow it to infuse your spirit, heart, and soul—to change you from the inside out. Our prayer is that God will use His word to bear His fruit in and through you.

Volume 1 of “What the Bible Says About … Volume 1” has been available for free on the YouVersion app since March 2024 and has had nearly 8,000 subscribers on three continents who have rated it a 5.0 out of 5.0 over the last couple of months. You can learn more about VOLUME 1 or sign up for it here.

You can also sign up for either VOLUME 1 or VOLUME 2 using this QR code:

Still scheduled for release later this year are several other online devotions for the YouVersion App:

• “Calling Abba: 30 Days of Bible-Based Prayers (Month 1)”
• “What the Bible Says About Thanksgiving, Rejoicing, Generosity, and Blessings”
• “What the Bible Says About Christmas – 31 Days of Meditations”
• “What the Bible Says About Advent – 29 Days of Advent Meditations”
• “Calling Abba: 30 Days of Bible-Based Prayers (Month 2)”

A. Family blogs

• • Walt and Barb’s Family Update — September 2025
  • “At First Light” awarded an international gold medal

B. Spiritual blogs

• • Why does Charlie’s murder threaten the American experiment?
  • Looking for a Daily Bible Reading Plan? “What the Bible Says About … Volume 2” just launched

 C. Health blog

• • Get a pet! The impact of a furry friend on health — Today’s Christian Living September 2025

  D. WWII blogs

• • September 7, 1945 — Phil has a new leg, a new girlfriend, and a new outlook on life
  • September 13, 1945 — Phil was back in the saddle again as romance kindled brightly
  • September 14, 1945 — Mary Katherine and her horses made Phil feel whole once again
  • September 20, 1945 — Phil falls in love with Mary Katherine

If you want to sign up to receive an email about each blog when it’s posted, sign up for free here.

7. Last Month’s Happenings

• Aug 28-Sep 2, Barb and I had a delightful time in Decatur, GA, visiting Scott, Jen, and the grands for the Labor Day holiday.
• Sep 2-5, we drove from Atlanta to Pensacola Beach. I am married to a “beach girl,” and we had a terrific time, including visiting with Barb’s brother Greg and his wife Jackie, as well as enjoying the beach and wonderful seafood. We’ve spent time at this beach almost every year for the last six decades.
• Sep 5-9, we drove to Baton Rouge to spend time with Barb’s sister, Sue, and other family and friends. Of course, the food and fellowship was great there, also.