Contract Writer for a Book or Bible Study on Proverbs 31 at Daily Grace Enterprises, LLC
Worldwide
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">Location:</span> Remote</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold"><br></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Position Overview<br><br></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt">We are seeking a contract writer to develop and write a Christ-centered book or Bible study on Proverbs 31. Far too often, Proverbs 31 is presented as an intimidating moralistic checklist or an unattainable standard of perfection that leaves women feeling exhausted, inadequate, and discouraged. This project will dismantle that paradigm, re-anchoring Proverbs 31 firmly in the gospel.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt"><br>Rather than viewing the passage as a list of rules to measure up to, this resource will explore Proverbs 31 as a poem of praise for wisdom in action—pointing ultimately to Jesus Christ, who is the wisdom of God (1 Corinthians 1:30). The project will show how knowing and relying on Jesus, rather than self-reliance, transforms how a woman lives, works, loves her family, stewards her resources, and spends her time.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt"><br>We are open to different conceptual directions for this project, including:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">A full-length book</span> exploring Proverbs 31 through a Christ-centered, non-moralistic lens—tracing how gospel grace frees a woman from performance-driven pressure and empowers her to live out biblical wisdom in her unique calling and season of life.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">A structured Bible study</span> (e.g., 4–6 weeks) that guides women line-by-line through the passage using robust exposition and connections to the person and work of Christ to help readers see the beauty of Jesus and learn the truth of Scripture</span></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Scope of Work</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Research, outline, and write a complete book or Bible study in Daily Grace's Bible study format</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Write with theological depth that remains clear and understandable</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Intentionally guide readers toward spiritual formation and lived obedience</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Maintain an ecumenical tone when engaging theological issues and interpretive differences</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Collaborate with the editorial team through multiple rounds of review and revision</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Ensure theological alignment with the organization’s doctrinal commitment</span><br></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Qualifications</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or another advanced theological degree strongly preferred for a Bible study</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Demonstrated competency in biblical exegesis</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">A clearly articulated Christ-centered hermeneutic</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Experience writing or teaching Bible studies for lay audiences</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Ability to communicate complex theological ideas with clarity and pastoral sensitivity</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Comfortable collaborating within a team-based editorial process</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Willingness to receive and implement substantive feedback</span></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Commitment</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Contract, per-project basis.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Compensation</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Compensation is determined based on project scope and complexity.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Additional Information</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">Contractors are engaged based on the needs of specific projects and are not guaranteed ongoing or full-time work. Participation in meetings, workshops, or collaborative sessions may be requested depending on the project timeline.</span></p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Why Publish with The Daily Grace Co.?</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">With over a decade of publishing experience, The Daily Grace Co. creates Christ-centered resources marked by theological depth, biblical faithfulness, and practical encouragement. We value thoughtful, faithful writers and partner closely from concept development through launch. Our goal is not simply to publish Bible studies—but to serve readers with resources that meet real needs and help them treasure Christ.</span></p> <p>___________________________________________________________________________</p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold">Bible Study Proposal Requirements</span></p> <p><em><span style="font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold"><br>Important:</span><span> </span>Proposals that do not include all required components listed below cannot be reviewed.<br><br><span style="font-weight: bold">AI Use:</span><span> </span>We strongly discourage the use of generative AI in Bible study proposals, and we will not move forward with a Bible study proposal if generative AI is used to generate or refine sample study days. </span></em></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt"><br>Please submit all materials in<span> </span><span style="font-weight: bold">a</span><span> </span><span style="font-weight: bold">single PDF<span> </span></span>(not a Word Doc or Google Doc) that includes:</span></p> <p><em><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><br></span></em></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">1. Suggested title and subtitle.</span> <br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">2. Controlling idea of the Bible study:</span> In one sentence, state the central theological message of the biblical text as this study will present it, and the transformation it aims to produce in the reader.</span> <br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">3. A summary of resources that will be used and how they will inform your theological approach:</span> Describe the key sources that will inform your interpretation and application of this biblical text, including commentaries or theological works, and explain how these sources shape your approach and serve the intended reader.</span> <br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">4. A list of potential theological issues and interpretive issues:</span> Provide a brief list of potential theological tensions, debated interpretive issues, or common application pitfalls that arise from this biblical text, and explain how you plan to address them faithfully and in accordance with TDGC’s ecumenical approach. </span><br><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">5. Target audience description:</span> Explain who is this Bible study written for and why it matters to them.</span><br><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">6. Comparable titles:</span> Include 2–3 comparable Bible studies and explain how this study is distinct from each one.</span><br><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">7. Author bio:</span> Explain what makes you uniquely qualified to write this book.</span><br><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">8. Complete Bible study outline:</span> For each day of the study, please include the passage to be studied and a one sentence summary of the the main idea of the passage. It should be clear how the outline supports the controlling idea. Except for year-long Bible studies, each week of the study should contain 5 days of study content and two rest days.</span> <br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">9. Three complete sample Bible study days:</span> Please include at least three sample days of the study. Each day should provide 750–1000 words of commentary on one passage of Scripture. The commentary should be engaging, informational, Christ-centered, and should offer specific real-life points of application. It should also include two questions for reflection and application and one prayer prompt. </span> <br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">10. Front and back matter: </span>describe any supplemental material the Bible study will include such as maps, charts, illustrations, timelines, etc. </span><br><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">11. Timeline and specifications:</span> include current manuscript status (work in progress, complete, etc.), anticipated manuscript delivery date, and any other information that is relevant to provide.</span> <br><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt">_____________________________________________________________________________</span> <br><br><span style="font-weight: bold">Book Proposal Requirements <br><br></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold">Proposal Requirements</span></p> <p><em><span style="font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold"><br>Important:</span><span> </span>Proposals that do not include all required components listed below cannot be reviewed.<br><br><span style="font-weight: bold">AI Use:</span><span> </span>We strongly discourage the use of generative AI in book proposals, and we will not move forward with a book proposal if generative AI is used to generate or refine sample chapters. </span></em></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt"><br>Please submit all materials in<span> </span><span style="font-weight: bold">a</span><span> </span><span style="font-weight: bold">single PDF<span> </span></span>(not a Word Doc or Google Doc) that includes:<br><br></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">1. Title and Subtitle</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">2. Controlling Idea (1–2 sentences)</span><br></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">3. One-Paragraph Summary</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt">Provide a concise overview of the book’s purpose, scope, structure, and tone.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">4. Target Audience Description (One of the Most Important Sections)</span>Who this book is specifically for</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Their stage or season of life </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">The particular struggles, questions, or longings they are experiencing</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Why this book matters to them now</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Tip: Specificity is essential. Broad descriptions such as “Christian women” or “believers” are not sufficient.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">5. Comparable Titles (2–3 from the Past 5 Years)</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt">Identify 2–3 comparable books published within the last five years and explain:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">How your book overlaps with each one</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">How it is meaningfully distinct in approach, audience, tone, or theological emphasis</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">6. Author Bio</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt">Explain what uniquely qualifies you to write this book, including:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Education</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Ministry, counseling, academic, or professional experience</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Subject-matter expertise</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Lived experience relevant to the topic (if appropriate)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Previous publishing or writing experience</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">7. Detailed Chapter Outline</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt">Provide a working table of contents that includes:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Chapter titles</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">The main idea of each chapter and how it supports the controlling idea of the book</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">8. Front and Back Matter (Optional)</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt">Describe any supplemental materials (e.g., photography, illustrations, reflection questions, discussion guides, recommended resources, liturgies, appendices, etc.).</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">9. Timeline and Specifications</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt">Include:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Current manuscript status (idea stage, in progress, complete, etc.)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Estimated total word count (typically 45,000–75,000 words)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Anticipated manuscript delivery date<br></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">10. Other Book Ideas (Optional)</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt">If you have additional book concepts that may be a fit for The Daily Grace Co., please include a brief description of each idea (1–3 sentences per concept). While these ideas will not be considered part of the current proposal, they may be considered for future publishing opportunities.<br></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">11. Sample Material</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">The complete book introduction</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Two fully written sample chapters representative of the final manuscript</span></li> </ul> <p><br><br><br></p>
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