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What does it mean?
To truly serve people, a writer must imagine an ideal reader, which the author identifies as God, requiring deep imagination.
In plain terms
Writing for the ultimate audience—God—requires deep imagination.
What can you take from it?
Write with purpose beyond ordinary expectations.

Where it applies

  • creative writing
  • spiritual reflection

Putting it to work

  • draft with intention
  • consider higher ideals

Questions to consider

  • Who is your ideal reader?
  • How does faith shape your work?

Another view

The notion of God as a reader may not resonate with all writers.

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