Creativity

I have been thinking a lot lately about the creative side of each of us. Before you check out and say, "I'm not creative" hear me out. The Creator made us in His image and He created everything. Therefore, within in each of us we have the ability to be creative and to express areas of our lives in different ways. I find myself with many ideas and not necessarily able to figure out how to get it out of my head and into a new form. I have been trying to find the way to get it out, so today I asked those whom I respect how they get their ideas out either onto paper, canvas or through an instrument. The advice I got is to just start and realize I don't have to be perfect the very first time. Another words, many rough copies will begin to produce the image in my head and make it more clear each and everyday.

Some of you may use the other excuse that you don't have the time or your ideas come at the wrong time. It's okay to take a quick minute write down the picture or idea and continue where you're at! This is especially helpful when you are at work and don't have the time to dwell on the thought process. I'm going to challenge each of you to spend a little time asking the Creator to show you your creative side! Don't be afraid to challenge yourself to try something new it is a great way to take an adventure and never leave home! I'm working on a project right now so I'll take a picture to show all of you when I get it finished with my latest inspiration!

To Speak or Not

I find myself wondering a lot lately about the power of our words. Think of it this way, when the Creator spoke it started with movement. He danced and then said the word "let" and it happened and is continuing to happen. When He speaks it is forever, eternity, so He is still "letting" things be created. Wow! What a thought, He continues to speak and we hear Him speak in all of creation. So, if there is power in what He says and He gives us the ability to speak, what are we saying? Are our words encouraging or destroying? I hope that they are creating an atmosphere that is full of creativity. I know that I need to be creative with my words and not just speak because I feel like it. I need to be careful with how I use the gift of speech that He my wonderful Creator has given me! My challenge to each of you is to watch what you say and see what it creates in you and for others. I am reminded of a kids movie "Bambi," where one of the characters, Thumper, had a line that I to this day have memorized. "If you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything at all." Be creative and speak well of one another and see all that He will do in you!

Four Days & Counting

My time in Aberdeen is coming to a close and I have learned so much about who I am and what the Creator wants from me. As the seasons change in the natural so do the seasons of our lives. The Creator has taught me that obedience is a key in following His plan for my life. Although, at times obedience is a struggle the outcome is always for my good. Lessons that we learn now will benefit us greatly in the journey of life. I find myself looking out the window and seeing the rain coming down with the sound of a fresh renewing both physically and spiritually. We must see not only in the natural, but also in the spirit. To look beyond and to see what the Creator is doing so that we might be a part of His great design.

Here is a challenge for each of you who read this blog! Picture yourself as a blank canvas. Now ask the Creator to show you the picture of your destiny. Take the time to write down what you see Him do to the canvas. As I looked at my canvas I only saw in part, I had parts that looked complete and others where only a light outline something I have yet to let Him complete in me. So take this challenge and be real with yourself so that He can create another Masterpiece.