The struggle is real. Guest Series

A project of Ericka Clay Publishing (see other related projects).

Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (May 2023). We provide the following information as an archive.

About

I’ve struggled mentally for years. Once I stopped following myself and started following Jesus, I found that this struggle didn’t just magically disappear. Where was my healing? Why didn’t Jesus love me enough to take away my pain? But in my struggle, I found complete comfort in God. The further I walked with Him, the less suicidal I felt, the less I struggled with body dysmorphia. The less I hated myself. The more I loved Him. As Christians, we will struggle. Jesus promised us that (John 16:33). But He also promised us redemption from our pain and that process starts with confession to our brothers and sisters. So tell me, what is your struggle?

Country of Publication

United States

Publication Medium & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication: Published 52 x per year

Nonfiction Closed

Audience:

Christians.

Lengths:

Essay: 700 - 1,000 words.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Mainstream, Personal.

Topics:

Religion/Spirituality: Christianity, See guidelines.

Payment:

No monetary payment No monetary payment.

Submissions:

Method: Electronic submissions.
Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.
Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.
Media: Text.

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Last Updated: 22 May 2026