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james watkins Jim wears more hats than his Aunt Luella! He is: • author of sixteen books and over two thousand articles • acquisitions editor for Wesleyan Publishing House • conference speaker throughout North America and overseas • editorial advisor for ACW Press • instructor at Taylor University and • child of God The first five titles are what he does, but not who he is. "Whether I succeed or fail in those jobs, I know that my identity is secure in being an unconditionally loved child of God." more You're still reading?! So, you're obviously a government investigator, conference director or incurable insomniac. In that case, here's a bit more: Jim has won awards for his books (Campus Life "Book of the Year" and "Retailers Choice Award") and writing and editing (four Evangelical Press Association awards) as well as an "Amy" award for writing in the general market. He's a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University (1974), an ordained minister in the Wesleyan Church, and has done graduate work at Ball State University's School of Journalism and Purdue University's School of Communications. Jim has a PhD in paralinguistics—but only because a friend bought it at a diploma mill as a gag gift one Christmas. Most important, he's married to the Rev. Lois, who serves as a pastor, has two married children and four adorable grandchildren. Still want to know more?! (You really do need to do something about that insomnia!) Visit Infrequently asked questions. Last update, July 2010

welcome Thanks for stopping by XarisCom. I'm Jim Watkins, and I trust you find helpful writing and ministry resources, as well as an abundent supply of hope and humor.