The Story Steward Show
I believe every writer is called to put Christ at the center of their work.
Too many creatives try to carry that calling alone. We push harder. We build routines. We try to stay disciplined enough to make something meaningful happen. And yet we still feel anxious, tired, and scattered.
We were never meant to do this by ourselves.
I’m Justice Tilsher, and I’m convinced the only lasting peace in a creative life comes through surrender to Jesus Christ. Not hustle. Not pressure. Surrender.
We were created for two things.
To love the Lord our God.
To love our neighbor and make disciples.
I believe our stories can be an act of worship that does both.
This show is for Christian writers who want to write with peace, freedom, and surrender. Writers who want their work to flow from their faith, not their fears.
Welcome to The Story Steward Show.
The Story Steward Show
Ep. 19 - Writing the Lost Man Storyline
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In this episode, I’m breaking down my all-time favorite storytelling arc: the Lost Man. This powerful framework applies to nearly every unforgettable character—and we’re diving deep into how to write it well. Using The Greatest Showman and It’s a Wonderful Life as examples, we’ll unpack why this storyline hits so hard and how you can use it to elevate your own characters.