The Spiritman Update can be read like a devotional. It follows the comics panel by panel mixed with commentary from the creators and a dose of scripture.
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Spiritman Daily Dose 95
Martin seems totally confident here. Maybe he can do this superhero thing after all... no, he's got this... I'm sure...
"Don’t be afraid of those who kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul. Rather, fear him who is able to destroy both soul and body in Gehinnom [Hell]."
Matthew 10:28 WMB
Spiritman Daily Dose 96
Martin is learning that "superheroing" does not happen without a few bruises. While I have never actually been a superhero, I have been beat up by people who were more numerous and more powerful than me. What may seem like bravery to others is experienced as fear and shame by the one being assaulted. Sometimes the events of our lives get away from our control. All we can do is trust God and deal with what comes our way.
"Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego answered the king, “Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If it happens, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace; and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king. But if not, let it be known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden image which you have set up."
Daniel 3:16-18 WMB
Spiritman Daily Dose 97
Ah, what a nice man... promising that he won't lie to the kid... but then again, he did just hit Martin so I guess he is still in the villain column. When is Spiritman going to show up?
"...for he [God] says, “At an acceptable time I listened to you. In a day of salvation I helped you."
2 Corinthians 6:2 WMB
Spiritman Daily Dose 98
I kind of imagine this guy as having bad breath... the knife is kind of scary too. Yesterday was an ...ish day. The Spiritman Daily Dose is one panel of Spiritman per day...ish. You see, school around here has not started yet so all the kids were at my house. Lots of noise and having fun. It was great but I could not get a moment to do the daily dose. Thank you for sticking around. I will strive to have as few ...ish days as possible.
"Be merciful to me, God, for man wants to swallow me up. All day long, he attacks and oppresses me."
Psalm 56:1 WMB
Spiritman Daily Dose 99
Now that's progress. Did Martin do that?
Chelsea is in the empty apartment. Scott and Everett are lurking in the hall behind Chelsea. Martin is coming up the stairs. What we don't know in this sequence is the location of the guy who was following Martin. Martin, look behind you.
"Then my enemies shall turn back in the day that I call. I know this: that God is for me."
Psalm 56:9 WMB
Spiritman Daily Dose 100
Whoah dude... chill out. What, did Martin hulk out or something? Maybe we'll find out tomorrow.
"God, you are my God. I will earnestly seek you. My soul thirsts for you. My flesh longs for you, in a dry and weary land, where there is no water. So I have seen you in the sanctuary, watching your power and your glory. Because your loving kindness is better than life, my lips shall praise you."
Psalm 63:1-3 WMB
A Word From Our Fans
I learned alot of spiritual truth from this comic. It is an eye opener Please, when is Spiritman issue 4 going to be published?
- Adunola
Paul, I just read Spiritman #1 and want to praise and rebuke you... that's the best time I've had reading a comic book in ages, but darn it, I've got work to do and want to read more instead! Seriously, thank you for what you and Scott are doing. I'm a fan and plan to be a supporter.
- Brem
Hey Paul, awesome drawing. Im hanging on the edge of my seat wondering about those 2 guys and chelsea!
- Harriet
Just wanted to say that I love the comics and the devotional you wrote. If the daily dose resumes I will happily read more, but regardless I appreciate the ministry you have done.
- Ryan
Hello, I was wondering if you ever sell actual copies of Spiritman? My son is asking for them for Christmas.
- Denise
I am a teenager growing in my Christian faith and I love superheroes! This really inspires me to stay strong in my faith and I can relate to it's character's issues. I love its concept. Keep up the good work. I wish it was a T.V. series.
- Samantha
Your comics are highly edifying! Looking forward to more.
- Justin
Victory of the light.. faith, love, truth, and justice.
- Troy
Love the work that you are doing. Joining you in prayer that God will use your work to reach people!
- Jason
Amazing art work, may JESUS continue to push you forward. You are an inspiration to me!
- Christopher
I like the artistic doses; page by page the story is engaging and well drawn.
- Brien
Hi Scott & Everett, I'm an aspiring christian comic book writer and I love your story! You guys are an inspiration to me! I would love to see a thriving christian comic book industry that is producing high quality comics with a great message! I'll be continuing to read and will try to throw some support your way... God bless!
- Todd
Hello! My name is Amanda. I am a teenager, an aspiring Christian author, and a hopeless superhero addict. I just wanted to thank you two for writing those books. Their message came to me at a time when I needed it. They gave me hope. Keep writing and never give up.