Interview with David Bergsland

Published 2023-06-23.
What's the story behind your latest book?
Back in the late 1800s, a powerful spiritual group of Norwegian Lutherans were muscled out of the accepted mainline view. The Lord is not pleased with that.
What motivated you to become an indie author?
My Christian novels show too much Truth for the normal publishing venues. They also make my niche fairly small, so far.
What is the greatest joy of writing for you?
It's a process where I proceed carefully, completely dependent on the Lord and His Holy Spirit to anoint the content. That is an immense joy. I regularly find myself in worship.
How has self-publishing contributed to your success?
It enables me to publish books that no normal heathen publisher would consider, including "normal" christian publishers.
What do your fans mean to you?
They verify that I'm not just insane or anything weird.
What are you working on next?
The fourth book in the Northfield Development series.
Who are your favorite authors?
Guy Stanton, Vikki Kestell, Jeffrey McClain Jones
What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
I'm working on what I believe the Lord wants me to be doing
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
Eat and sleep, some YouTube out of boredom.
How do you discover the ebooks you read?
Friends, email notifications, smashwords, and Kindle as a last resort.
Do you remember the first story you ever wrote?
Yes, an unusual story about the last days of the church.
What is your writing process?
Sit down, get myself focused on what I'm doing, pray and ask the Lord to anoint my writing, and write. Anything else is a waste of time.
Do you remember the first story you ever read, and the impact it had on you?
I read thousands of books as a child and young man, Asimov, Heinlein, Lord of the Rings, Dune, mainly sci-fi and fantasy until I was nearing thirty
How do you approach cover design?
I'm a graphic designer, and I go through ideas until I'm pleased. I need the same type of help as I need to write.
What are your five favorite books, and why?
Bible: contains the Truth, Lord of the Rings: the expanse of the story, Dune: the way it stretched reality for me. The Warrior Kind series of five by Stanton: showed me that strong Christian fiction is possible,
What do you read for pleasure?
Strong christian fiction, when I can find it. It's quite rare.
What is your e-reading device of choice?
Books on my iPad or iMac
Describe your desk
A bunch of pretty things surrounding my computer, everything within reach.
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Latest books by This Author

Ejection
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 64,150. Language: English. Published: July 4, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Christian » Futuristic, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Supernatural
The enemy has been largely exposed. The plan is ready to be executed, but when it’s in the Lord’s hands you never know for sure beforehand Deborah has received her orders and they scare her half to death. An assassin? Really? How can she do that? Stones’ recent, extreme conversion in Evulsion surfaces in some severe questions about what she is doing, both its legality and morality.
Evulsion
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 64,560. Language: English. Published: May 5, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Christian » Suspense, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Supernatural
New Mexico has been invaded, cut off from the East, held by traitors, insidious enemies, and worse Stones finds herself in the middle of the battle, but it’s like she never saw before. Her parents turn out to be the power of intervention. She’s been working for them and never knew it. The Lord is building a team, and He has a plan. Can they hear Him well enough to be used?
Invasion
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 70,500. Language: English. Published: April 19, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Christian » Suspense, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Supernatural
From New Mexico, the land of enchantment, and its history of mighty men comes a modern tale of conflict. Deborah “Stones” Jackson at the ripe, old age of 31 had thought she was done with the covert life. But a calling rarely lets up, and Stones was meant for combat. The new foe was devious. She’d never been faced with traitorous Americans and the sheer nastiness of an oppressed people's demands.
The Wife of Jesus: No. It's not Mary Magdalene
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 21,020. Language: English. Published: March 19, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Life / Spiritual Growth, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Education / Adult
One of the richest ways to describe our relationship with Jesus is as His betrothed. We are engaged to be married to the perfect husband. Learn practical steps to take which will bring you into an intimacy with the Lord many of you have not imagined. This is why Jesus died for us. This is the reason for the entire Creation. It will change you life.
Writing In Holiness
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 31,520. Language: English. Published: January 2, 2015 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Life / Professional Growth, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Life / Personal Growth
For the new Christian self-published authors, an incredible opportunity has appeared to the Body of Christ: the new self-publishing paradigm. It is my belief that the Lord intends to use this gift as a tool to disciple the church and to plant seeds for the final harvest. Only time will tell about this. Regardless, the role of Christian author needs careful examination.
The Training Place of Mankind: God's Creation Explained For Normal Folk
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 26,390. Language: English. Published: January 30, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Biblical Studies / History & Culture, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Ministry / Youth
End the confusion! God’s people have been sold a bill of goods. If you think about it at all, evolution could not be true. If this young earth is really billions of years old, then God is a liar. This book tells the tale of God’s creation lovingly, by a man who only recently came to his senses. Join David on a trip through the 7,000 years of creation. Rejoice in what He has done for us!
How to Teach Prophecy
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 21,200. Language: English. Published: December 31, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Biblical Studies / Prophecy, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Ministry / Youth
Prophecy is compelling to many, but understood by few. On top of that there is a lot of speculation. This book gives you the tools, knowledge, and attitude with which to teach this extremely important area of scripture. It is important that you do not lead your students or audience astray, yet it is equally important that you let them know, in no uncertain terms, that The King is coming soon!
The Righteous Perish!
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 112,960. Language: English. Published: November 8, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Christian » Futuristic, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » General
The righteous perishes, and no man takes it to heart: and devout, merciful people are taken away, no one understanding that the righteous are taken away from the evil to come [Isaiah 57:1] Here begins a tale of wonder as the plans of the Lord are revealed to a church which had not considered the wisdom and complexity of God’s love for us.
How to Teach the Bible
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 10,280. Language: English. Published: October 19, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Biblical Studies / Bible Study Guides, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Ministry / Discipleship
Often men and women get involved in teaching a Bible study without any real guidance on how to do it. It is a serious skill and a dangerous path if you are not called. However, even if you are not specifically called, the Lord can protect and enable you to do it as it should be done by a true Christian. This little booklet shares tips and techniques learned in over 38 years of teaching the Bible
What's Next? This Is Training For New believers: Pearls For Lambs and Sheep; Not For Swine
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 18,150. Language: English. Published: October 18, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Life / Spiritual Growth, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Ministry / Evangelism
In this day and age, it is common for a person to meet the Lord Jesus and not have anyone to tell them what that means in practical terms. This book is designed to give you the basics you'll need to walk the Christian life—even in dangerous places and critical times.
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