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Chris Long

About ME

It started after a funeral.

I wrote a poem about it in grade school for a writing assignment, and I knew writing would be a part of my future. But life gives us many roads to chose from, and I didn’t pick the right one, not even the right direction. I was lost.

But God is faithful, even in our rebellion. As a non-believing rambler, a rebel against God, He showed me what my future service would be for Him, in the form of song writing. In those days I wrote nearly 80 songs, all of them for the world and about the world. I don’t sing those songs anymore.

Then the world turned its back on me, burying me in the pit, crushed by the weight of sin and failure. I called out to God. I gave Him my life. Now I write for Him.

There are over 100 songs I sing for our Lord, dozens of blog posts searching His awesomeness and teaching His word. A book called Guided by Wisdom, showing adolescents and parents how the Bible is relevant and a critical tool when making real-world decisions. Short stories are sent out with our newsletter, and soon, my first novel, a family saga trilogy, will be released. 

Join me on this writing journey. Sing with me. Read with me. Listen to the music and learn from the written word. Connect and become united in Christ, this is His prayer for us.

Learn more about Chris through radio interviews and podcast appearances

Jan 16, 2024 interview with Will Stephens, radio host at WBVN Radio, in Ava, Illinois.

Hear about Chris’ journey into music, writing, and 2 songs played live on the air.

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Chris Long WXAN Interview

Jan 29, 2024 appearance on the Minnesota Assoc of Christian Home Educators (MACHE.org) with host, Dayle Annand.

The conversation focused on Chris’ book, Guided by Wisdom, but also includes thoughts on the Bible and Christian living.

Episode #125 of Tim Price’s Christian Life and Leadership podcast features Chris talking about just that, the Christian Life.

You’ll hear testimonies, info about the albums, the book, and future projects, and insights in to the Christian life. 

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Featuring Chris Long

Aug 17, 2024 appearance on Episode #80 of The Homeschool How To Podcast : Integrating Faith and Practical Wisdom into Homeschooling

My conversation with Cheryl at The Homeschool How To Podcast covered a variety of topics. We talked about Guided by Wisdom, and critical it is to develop your family’s foundation on the word of God. Our current cultural client can only be outmatched by His truth, because it never changes and never fails.

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Sing Write Read and Guided by Wisdom

The blog

Church Hurt – a Lesson from 2 Timothy – Part 2

Church Hurt – a Lesson from 2 Timothy – Part 2

We continue our exploration of Church Hurt in 2 Timothy at the beginning of Chapter 2. Paul encourages his disciple by staying committed to God’s work, by reminding him that God is in control, and once again telling Timothy that he is not alone in his struggle. At the...

Church Hurt – a Lesson from 2 Timothy – Part 1

Church Hurt – a Lesson from 2 Timothy – Part 1

Most of us know somebody who has stepped back, or entirely away from, their faith because they experienced hurt by the words or actions of someone in the church. Surprisingly, Paul’s second letter to Timothy shows us that this is not a contemporary issue, but one that...

in Defense of Charlie Kirk

in Defense of Charlie Kirk

In the fallout of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, what bothers me the most is not that evil intentions and actions have once again broken the heart of America. It’s the continued reporting of false narratives and lies that educates the majority of our citizens via...

Christian Songwriter's Showcase

NEW!

Christian Songwriter’s Showcase in Carbondale, Illinois.

Click on the picture to the left for more info on how to sign up and attend.

Guided by Wisdom wins Gold Medal Award from the Christian Book Awards in the Teen Non-Fiction category.

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Guided by Wisdom Award