God’s Creativity Beyond Art
God is undeniably creative, but what does that mean? Does He paint or compose music? Or, since He made the world, is He still creating today?
Absolutely. Before the world existed, God had a plan—and it’s still unfolding. I like to picture God as the Great Producer, not just creating, but writing the script, directing, and making edits along the way (just look at Moses and Abraham). We’re still watching it all unfold.
Jesus: The Masterpiece of God’s Story
Think of Jesus coming to earth—His creativity in this story is unparalleled. Every moment, every detail was intentional and meaningful. He wrote it, lived it, and gave us a keepsake to remember it—the Bible.
The Quiet Majesty of Jesus’s Birth
Imagine the night of His birth. While the cities bustled with travelers, a quiet moment settled over Mary, her newborn, and the shepherds. The world slept, but heaven prepared for its announcement.
Heaven’s Concert for Humble Shepherds
Can you imagine what it was like in heaven? The greatest concert, not for the whole world, but for a few humble shepherds. Was it any less beautiful because of its small audience?
Absolutely not. In fact, because it was God's idea, His plan before the foundations of the world, it was the best way it could have happened. Announcing it to the whole earth at once would not have made it more beautiful or more important.
The Power of Art That Speaks to the Soul
The greatest story ever told has no photos or paintings from its witnesses, only words. Yet, the feeling of that night reverberates in our hearts and imaginations.
That’s powerful art—art that touches the soul even without being seen, heard, or touched.
Where Does Our Art Fit In?
What does that mean for us as visual artists? Does our work even matter in the light of that night?
While I believe we’re called to raise up godly artists who take their work seriously, I’m reminded of God with Us.
Our True Identity in Christ
Our true identity isn’t found in our art. We are not defined by what we create. Jesus didn’t die so we could be artists—our value is found in Him, not our work..
It is possible to put more value in our art than it is worth.
Resting in Christ this Christmas
Psalm 100:1-5 “Worship the Lord with gladness; come before Him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the sheep of His pasture. Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name.”
Christmas is a time to pause, lay down our work, and remember Jesus. God became man. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Our God, our Savior, our Bridegroom—He’s all that matters.
He’s all we need, and I’d gladly forgo everything just to spend eternity with Him.
Worship Over Work
As an artist, a teacher, and a writer of these letters, I don’t ever want to call you to elevate your art or your art practice above your relationship with the Lord. Art is simply a vehicle to tell the world about Him and His beautiful face. But there is a time when we, the artists, must put it all away and just worship Him. And now is a really good time to do just that.
Art as Worship
Yes, art can be an act of worship, but it can also become an idol or an excuse not to enter into His presence. Laying yourself bare before the Lord is where you must be willing to go. He wants you more than your art.
He wants you!
Drawing Near to God
Do you know how to be alone with the Lord?
It can be scary because it can just feel like we are alone.
Hebrews 4:16 “Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”
First, you must go boldly into His presence, believing He loves you and wants you there with Him. Also, know that His blood made a way for us to be with Him, so there is nothing to fear. It is safe and full of love because God IS love, and if you’re a believer, you are washed white as snow.
Isaiah 1:18 “Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.”
Ways to Enter His Presence
Psalm 84:1-2 “How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord Almighty! My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.”
Psalm 84:10-12 “Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere; I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked. For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does He withhold from those whose walk is blameless. O Lord Almighty, blessed is the man who trusts in you.”
Psalm 95:1-2 “Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout to the Rock of our salvation! Let us enter His presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to Him in song.”
The Bible tells us to come to God with thanksgiving, songs, and praise. These are ways to quiet ourselves and enter His presence.
Tuning Out the World to Tune into Heaven
Like tuning a radio to the right frequency, we must silence the world’s noise to hear God’s voice.
It’s tricky to get it without any static. The best way is to have no other noise. Then, get your Bible and start reading.
Read the Christmas story or some other favorite passage. Talk to God, and then quiet your heart and listen.
Colossians 3:15 “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts.”
Meditating on His Word
We have great imaginations, so imagine the night of Jesus’s birth and what it would be like to visit Mary there. Imagine being with Jesus during His ministry or any other story that you love. Meditate on His Word—it’s alive and will come alive in you.
This Christmas, I challenge you to set aside your creative work and enter His presence. Your greatest gift is waiting there.
Stay Bold, 
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