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 reaches out to touch Martin's friends but with all his superpowers he is unable to connect. Martin understands this to be his place in the dream.
"Just as a body is dead without a spirit, so faith is dead without actions."
James 2:26 OEB
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While this is happening in a dream Martin seems to have a lot of conscious control. Have you ever had dreams like that? I have... but not very often.
"Pray that, in telling it, I may speak fearlessly as I ought."
Ephesians 6:20 OEB
Spiritman Daily Dose 231
Learning to leave space for the dialogue balloons has been a real challenge for me. The art is made at a larger size than what is finally printed. You have to leave more space than you think. It is sometimes painful when the art gets covered. But the words are vital... so I press on.
Jesus rose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Hush! Be still!” Then the wind dropped, and a great calm followed.
Mark 4:39 OEB
Spiritman Daily Dose 232
If you are just now checking in and haven't read the last few panels you should know that the thought balloons are for Martin. He is in the midst of an ongoing thought that transcends several panels. Ok... now you are up to speed.
"But by the seed which was sown on the good ground is meant the person who hears the message and understands it, and really yields a return."
Matthew 13:23 OEB
Spiritman Daily Dose 233
Martin just shared with people about his faith. Some received it positively. Others get very angry. It is definitely a risk to share your faith but one that is worth taking. The work God has done in your heart is valuable and worth sharing.
"When anyone hears the message of the kingdom without understanding it, the evil one comes and snatches away what has been sown in their mind."
Matthew 13:19 OEB
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.