This week’s Tony Tips Tuesdays™ dives into the nuanced art of writing characters who protect others but not themselves—and why they leave such an indelible impact on readers.

The tears you shed in your hardest seasons water the seeds you plant in faith. Crisis is not a signal to stop sowing — it is the very soil where breakthrough takes root.

In S.O.L.A.D.™: Soldiers of Light Against Darkness™, Angelo™ often had to quiet the noise of fear and doubt before he could hear Wiseman J’s instructions clearly. The difference between defeat and victory often came down to whether he believed the lie of the enemy or the truth of God’s Word.

Supergirl is proof that even when you live in the shadow of giants, your light can shine just as bright. Supergirl is not merely a female counterpart—she is a symbol of hope, resilience, and courage in the face of adversity. Today, we’ll explore her creation, her greatest battles, her portrayals across media, and why she continues to endure as a beacon of strength.

Sometimes your promotion comes after rejection. Sometimes your elevation happens in the very place where people tried to bury you. Sometimes God’s promotion bypasses all the people who overlooked you, doubted you, or even opposed you—and sets you in a position no one can explain except by saying, “Surely, the Lord did this.”

In the decades since, this trilogy has given us unforgettable characters, incredible performances, an animated series, a groundbreaking theme park ride, a Broadway musical, and even a Hollywood “what if” — the alternate reality where Eric Stoltz, not Michael J. Fox, played Marty McFly.

No one wins when we start competing with the past. Whether it's a deceased ex, an old flame, or even an idealized version of someone who once "got away"... The past is a poor foundation for building anything new. And if we’re not careful, we will become architects of our own emotional ruin—trying to prove we’re worthy of being chosen this time. But you don't have to compete. You have to heal.

This isn’t about romance alone (though it often is). It’s about belonging. About safety. About seeing and being seen. When a character finds that safe space in someone else, we as readers feel it. We crave it. And we remember it. Let’s explore how to write characters who find home—not in a house or city—but in another soul.

But the Kingdom of God operates on a different economy. In God’s hands, the smallest seed carries supernatural potential. What looks too small to matter can grow into something mighty when surrendered to Him.

In the Kingdom of God, intercession is our covering fire. When you intercede—when you lift someone else in prayer—you are providing spiritual protection. You shield your brother or sister. You hold back the enemy’s advance. You create space for them to breathe, heal, and move forward.

Jean Grey first appeared in X-Men #1 (1963), created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. As the sole female member of the original X-Men lineup—alongside Cyclops, Beast, Angel, and Iceman—Jean was introduced as Marvel Girl. Though initially written in a limited capacity, her powers of telekinesis (and later, telepathy) positioned her as a vital part of the team. From the beginning, Jean was the heart of the X-Men, balancing the tensions between Cyclops’s leadership and Professor Xavi

God’s protection is not only about shielding us in the midst of storms—it’s also about preventing certain storms from even touching us. There are moments when His favor steps in quietly, reroutes us, closes doors, or delays plans—not as punishment, but as protection. There are nights you slept peacefully because unseen angels were on assignment. There are jobs you didn’t get because He knew the environment would crush your spirit.

At its heart, The Karate Kid has always been more than about karate. It’s about mentorship, resilience, discipline, and learning to find balance in life. With each installment, the story evolved — sometimes leaning into melodrama, sometimes reinventing itself for new audiences — but always staying rooted in the universal truth Mr. Miyagi taught: “Karate here [points to head]. Karate here [points to heart]. Karate never here [points to fist].”

The scene from Chapter 2 of Book II of S.O.L.A.D.™: Soldiers of Light Against Darkness™, “…It’s Just the Beginning,” makes one thing abundantly clear: evil is relentless. As soon as Angelo™ and Angeline™ return to Memphis, demonic forces descend without mercy. Dragons fill the skies, armored demons roam the streets, tornadoes become portals for dark entities, and even hellholes begin to erupt beneath the city. There’s no rest, no moment to catch their breath — only the call t

As a writer, your goal is to not just tell a story—but to deliver moments so emotionally potent, so immersive, that readers can’t help but go back. They reread not just because it was beautifully written, but because it touched something true inside them. These scenes aren’t about showing off your skill with words—they’re about tapping into the core of human experience and creating a shared emotional space between your characters and your readers.

We live in a world where everyone has something to say. Social media is flooded with voices, opinions, declarations, and arguments. But while words carry weight, it’s not what you say that ultimately tells your story — it’s the fruit of your life. Your harvest testifies. Long after the noise fades, the fruit you produce speaks volumes. Whether good or bad, visible or hidden, your harvest reveals the truth of your sowing.

In S.O.L.A.D.™: Soldiers of Light Against Darkness™, Angelo™ once rushed ahead of God’s timing, thinking speed meant strength. But when he stopped, knelt, and listened to God’s whisper, he discovered that one moment of stillness carried more power than a hundred reckless moves. That is the power we’re diving into today—how battles are won, not by chaos, but by quiet surrender to the Commander of Heaven’s Armies.

The Teen Titans grew into something far greater: a team of their own, a family, and often the heart of the DC Universe. From their humble beginnings to their iconic 1980s golden age under Marv Wolfman and George Pérez, to modern television shows and pop culture dominance, the Titans have stood as proof that young heroes aren’t just sidekicks. They’re leaders, legends, and icons in their own right.

To me, hearing God clearly in such a noisy, confusing world is not something to take lightly. It’s not guaranteed. It’s not something I can manufacture. It’s a blessing. It’s favor. When I hear His whisper, His gentle nudge, or that scripture that rises in my spirit at just the right moment, it brings clarity, protection, and peace that I could never give myself.

Transformers wasn’t just a cartoon, and it wasn’t just a toy line. It was a cultural phenomenon. It was Saturday mornings spent glued to the TV, it was long afternoons with toys scattered across the floor as Autobots and Decepticons clashed in epic battles only a child’s imagination could script, and it was the kind of storytelling that mixed action, humor, heartbreak, and heroism in ways that stuck with us forever.