💖 DEVOTIONAL:
"But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand." - Isaiah 64:8 (ESV)
We all know the grind of making stuff. It's easy to get lost in the strokes of our brush, the notes of our music, the words of our writing. But pause for a second. Have you thought about what God is up to in your life as you create? Here’s a friendly reminder: greater is the masterpiece He is crafting in you than the art you are creating with Him.
Imagine dancing with a partner. If you concentrate too much on the dance steps, you might miss the joy of the dance itself, the connection, the subtle leading and following. Similarly, don’t get so caught up in the details of your creative work that you forget to converse with your Dance Partner, God. He is guiding you, teaching you, and shaping you through every creative endeavor.
Creating isn’t just about the end product. It’s about the journey, the process, the partnership with the Ultimate Creator. Your creativity? It’s a response to His love, a reflection of His beauty.
God is crafting something incredible in your life. He’s using your creative journey to mold your character, deepen your faith, and draw you closer to Him. Don’t miss this because you’re too focused on what you’re making. Your art points to something bigger: God’s handiwork in you.
Take a step back. See the bigger picture. Remember, your art is cool, but the creative transformation God is doing in you? That’s the real masterpiece.
🙏 PRAYER:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of creativity. Help us to focus not only on what we create but on what You are doing within us through the process. May we never lose sight of our partnership with You. Teach us to listen, to learn, and to grow as we create. Let our art be a reflection of our journey with You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
💡 TIP OF THE WEEK:
🗺️ Take some time to step back and reflect on your creative journey. Create a "lifemap" of your creative path, noting the significant moments, challenges, and victories. Look at the ups and downs and see how far you’ve come. Reflect on how God has been present and active in every season of your journey. Let this reflection encourage you and remind you of His faithfulness and guidance in your creative life.
THAT’S IT FOR THIS WEEK’S DROP!
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—Brian V.
timely and profound 🥹🤍