Genesis 1:27... says, “God created human beings in His own image, in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them. ”
God is an artist. When He created the world, He could have made it purely functional, but He never missed an opportunity to make it beautiful and surprising. Much of His revelation of Himself in Scripture is provided in narrative, song, poetry, parable, performance, and visual imagery. God is a creator, and we are created in His image (Genesis 1–2); we are His poiêma or creative workmanship (Ephesians 2:10). Therefore it is against our very nature to live unimaginative lives or to ignore creation’s beauty. The Scriptures instruct us to build, decorate, sing, play instruments and dance, and to do these things with excellence (see Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16). Being an artist is a high calling and a privilege.
Praying that you will realize today what a work of art you are...created in God’s image...and your creativity in whatever area it lies is a part of God’s image and a beautiful reflection of Him in you. May you see that reflection today of His artistry in you...the poiêma you are...and the gifts He’s given you to bless the world around you and minister to your soul as a result of living into the person He created you to be.
Praying you will go forth today with renewed energy & passion to build, decorate, sing, play instruments, dance, cook, design, song write, photograph, sew, create videos, organize, sculpt, teach, woodwork, write, garden, craft, imagine, etc., etc., etc. with joy for the creative calling you have there from your Creator...an artist Himself!
Praying for you,
Stacey
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