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That restless creative itch you keep burying might not be a distraction at all. If you’ve been living in the in-between, not where you were and not yet where you’re going, we want to help you stop treating your art like a guilty secret and start seeing it as a real part of your calling.
We get honest about why creative transition feels so unnerving, especially for Christian artists who were taught that creativity is impractical or “less spiritual.” Drawing from decades of life as working artists and years of mentoring, we walk through a clear framework: acknowledge the desire instead of denying it, release the need for everything to make perfect sense, and practice faithfulness with what’s already in your hand. We also unpack the difference between wanting a detailed plan and learning to live from a promise, because most creative breakthroughs begin as a nudge rather than a map.
We go deeper into the spiritual side of the creative process, from Genesis and the idea of God bringing light into chaos, to the loaves and fishes picture of offering what you have and letting God multiply it. You’ll leave with practical next steps you can take this week, plus a renewed sense that your creative gifts are not accidental and your “yes” can unlock clarity over time.
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There’s plenty of bad news in the world today, but one of the greatest problems is that we’re not sharing enough of the good news. Dr. Tony Evans explains why sharing Christ isn’t just about what you say, but how you live.
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