“If I were asked to say what is at once the most important production of art and the thing most to be longed for, I should answer, ‘a beautiful house’.” William Morris Some may find it strange for a guy to admit, but I’m passionate about interior design. I love the variety of elements that go into a pleasing … Read More
J. Scott McElroy I felt God drawing me to Isaiah 53 during quiet time today. I’ve read that passage many times and honestly wasn’t very excited about going through the suffering and sorrow and punishment again. I had hoped that God would lead me to something “positive and encouraging”, the kind Christian radio stations promote, minus the blandness. After reading … Read More
My friend Joey O’Connor at the Grove Center for the Arts and Media is now offering the e-book Create: Art, Life, and Faith for free. I recommend it to you! And check out the ministry of The Grove while you’re on their site. Makes me want to move to California and join in! Click on the picture below to get … Read More
Though I do feel “compelled” or “called” to write, much of what Jennifer Grant says in this blog post really resonates with me. In fact, so much so that I printed this out for my wife so she might get a little more insight into this writing life. I would add to this list: Reason #4. The joy of collaborating … Read More
I’ve just been re-visiting the wonderful Redeeming the Arts paper and had to share it with you. Belhaven University and Colin Harbinson, editor of their magazine Creative Spirit, published this amazing work in 2005. One of the most thoughtful and comprehensive statements on the role of the arts in the church and culture to date, it was commissioned by the … Read More