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Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2019
That said, if someone was into drinking games most wouldn't last but three pages if the game was to drink every time some derivative of the word "create" was used. There is so much repetition of statements and use of the word alone that it makes reading slow going to ensure we as readers are not getting caught into circular logic or an Abbott and Costello dialogue scene.
I had to put the book down and take a break when I arrived at page 59. Basically, the section is titled "The Greatest Commandment of Creativity". Then the authors proceed to say that Matthew 22:37-40 about love the Lord your God first and love your neighbor as yourself is all about creativity. Quote, "God, then, makes us to worship Him and serve other image bearers. And to do just this, God gives us creativity."
What?!
I'm a firm believer in Scripture supports Scripture.
II Peter 1:3-7 spells out, formulaically, exactly how one develops step-by-step from faith into living love. Thus, the way I read the Scripture is if you develop your faith, then develop goodness, etc. you will eventually become a person of "love" and able to fulfill the commandment of Matthew 22. Creativity has nothing to do with this specific commandment.
Page 60 the authors make the statement, "In fact, creativity is the way we know anything about God's glory." They then quote Timothy Keller on the need for imagination as the only way to understand God.
Uh...did someone miss 2 Corinthians 4:6 as it is Christ that shows us God's glory?
Someone definitely missed Psalm 19:1, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands."
Statements such as how I read page 59 and 60 of this book made me wary and take the rest of the book with a grain of salt.
C'mon people. This is like my pet peeve of authors who use 27 Bible versions in their book, only picking the specific verse and version that meets their point at the loss of context and/or accuracy of Scripture.
Even with these confusing and contrary to Scripture statements, is creativity important to God and should be to us as believers as well?
Can I look back at my journal and/or stories I've "created" and say, "I couldn't have written those words in that way on my own, that was totally God giving me the words?" Yes.
There is definitely a difference and/or "loss of quality" when a person (at least for me) works on one's own strength, talents, gifts, and creativity versus a person submitted to the Spirit of God and following His leading; letting Him give us what we need at that moment.
Yes, we should appreciate the creative personalities in our world and not just admire the analyticals and engineering-minded.
Yes, we can grow in our understanding of God the Creator and how we are made in His image...which involves creativity and imagination.
But, if Scripture doesn't support a theological statement then all the quotes from famous people like St. Augustine, Timothy Keller, and the like still only goes so far.
LAST THOUGHTS:
Did I find this an interesting read? Yes.
Did I find points to be repetitious? Yes. After saying the same thing twice, I get it already. No need to repeat an additional 5 times just to fill pages.
Could I relate and understand the modern day media examples and metaphors? Yes. But I also know people who aren't into entertainment and media like many (some have never seen a Star Wars movie. What?!), so there will be a VERY few where the analogies may be lost on them.
Did I get encouragement from this book for the creative side of me? Yes.
Did I get a nudge to remind me, as a believer, to surrender in submission to God's leading and authority when functioning creatively versus my innate talent? Yes.
A word of encouragement, but I'm not sure about some of the theology here...
By Super2021 on July 15, 2019
First off, this outward appearance of this book is stellar!! From the raised cover and "creative" design to the size and feel of this thin (albeit 160pages) hardback book, it is nice to hold, read, and carry.By Super2021 on July 15, 2019
That said, if someone was into drinking games most wouldn't last but three pages if the game was to drink every time some derivative of the word "create" was used. There is so much repetition of statements and use of the word alone that it makes reading slow going to ensure we as readers are not getting caught into circular logic or an Abbott and Costello dialogue scene.
I had to put the book down and take a break when I arrived at page 59. Basically, the section is titled "The Greatest Commandment of Creativity". Then the authors proceed to say that Matthew 22:37-40 about love the Lord your God first and love your neighbor as yourself is all about creativity. Quote, "God, then, makes us to worship Him and serve other image bearers. And to do just this, God gives us creativity."
What?!
I'm a firm believer in Scripture supports Scripture.
II Peter 1:3-7 spells out, formulaically, exactly how one develops step-by-step from faith into living love. Thus, the way I read the Scripture is if you develop your faith, then develop goodness, etc. you will eventually become a person of "love" and able to fulfill the commandment of Matthew 22. Creativity has nothing to do with this specific commandment.
Page 60 the authors make the statement, "In fact, creativity is the way we know anything about God's glory." They then quote Timothy Keller on the need for imagination as the only way to understand God.
Uh...did someone miss 2 Corinthians 4:6 as it is Christ that shows us God's glory?
Someone definitely missed Psalm 19:1, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands."
Statements such as how I read page 59 and 60 of this book made me wary and take the rest of the book with a grain of salt.
C'mon people. This is like my pet peeve of authors who use 27 Bible versions in their book, only picking the specific verse and version that meets their point at the loss of context and/or accuracy of Scripture.
Even with these confusing and contrary to Scripture statements, is creativity important to God and should be to us as believers as well?
Can I look back at my journal and/or stories I've "created" and say, "I couldn't have written those words in that way on my own, that was totally God giving me the words?" Yes.
There is definitely a difference and/or "loss of quality" when a person (at least for me) works on one's own strength, talents, gifts, and creativity versus a person submitted to the Spirit of God and following His leading; letting Him give us what we need at that moment.
Yes, we should appreciate the creative personalities in our world and not just admire the analyticals and engineering-minded.
Yes, we can grow in our understanding of God the Creator and how we are made in His image...which involves creativity and imagination.
But, if Scripture doesn't support a theological statement then all the quotes from famous people like St. Augustine, Timothy Keller, and the like still only goes so far.
LAST THOUGHTS:
Did I find this an interesting read? Yes.
Did I find points to be repetitious? Yes. After saying the same thing twice, I get it already. No need to repeat an additional 5 times just to fill pages.
Could I relate and understand the modern day media examples and metaphors? Yes. But I also know people who aren't into entertainment and media like many (some have never seen a Star Wars movie. What?!), so there will be a VERY few where the analogies may be lost on them.
Did I get encouragement from this book for the creative side of me? Yes.
Did I get a nudge to remind me, as a believer, to surrender in submission to God's leading and authority when functioning creatively versus my innate talent? Yes.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2018
We look at our lives and think we don’t have anything of value to contribute to this world but God has creatively breathed you into existence as His very own work of art. God is using you to point this chaotic world towards Glory with everything you have, including your creativity!
As you pick up this book the first thing you see is the detailed cover with the beautiful lithographed ridges and furrows. The texture of the book in your hand inspires you to open its pages to see if the rest of the book lives up to the cover. Maybe you are skeptical like me about a book about creativity and Christianity. As I started to read this book my skepticism turned into inspiration.
There is so much to quote in the first chapter alone but don’t get me wrong this isn’t just a book full of good quotes and tweetable phrases. Its a well-crafted book that gives you a theological foundation while simultaneously interweaving a fictional story that anchors your emotions around the truth that was shared. It’s a scriptural and inspirational journey that captures your mind, your heart and excites your spirit to be in wonder and awe of The One Uncreated Creator of the cosmos.
Thomas J. Terry & Ryan Lister have done a wonderful job in writing this book in an engaging, creative way that brings God glory and has been good for my soul. Thank you guys for the hard work you have put into studying, writing and fashioning something that has inspired me greatly.
As I finished this book and set it down I felt encouraged and spurred on in my love and worship for Jesus and the creative good that God has given me to do in this world.
This quote from the book sums it all up for me.
"We can rejoice in this: God is the artist who is making us worthy to stand in the gallery of His new creation, to point to Him as our Creator and Redeemer with our life, worship, and, yes, still our creativity."
Few books have Inspired me like this has.
By Joy Lynn Kubow on October 11, 2018
Few books have given me context from the beginning of time, helped me see my purpose now, given me deep hope for the future beyond this life and inspired me to actively work toward Jesus’ glory through every aspect of my life, like this books has helped me to see.By Joy Lynn Kubow on October 11, 2018
We look at our lives and think we don’t have anything of value to contribute to this world but God has creatively breathed you into existence as His very own work of art. God is using you to point this chaotic world towards Glory with everything you have, including your creativity!
As you pick up this book the first thing you see is the detailed cover with the beautiful lithographed ridges and furrows. The texture of the book in your hand inspires you to open its pages to see if the rest of the book lives up to the cover. Maybe you are skeptical like me about a book about creativity and Christianity. As I started to read this book my skepticism turned into inspiration.
There is so much to quote in the first chapter alone but don’t get me wrong this isn’t just a book full of good quotes and tweetable phrases. Its a well-crafted book that gives you a theological foundation while simultaneously interweaving a fictional story that anchors your emotions around the truth that was shared. It’s a scriptural and inspirational journey that captures your mind, your heart and excites your spirit to be in wonder and awe of The One Uncreated Creator of the cosmos.
Thomas J. Terry & Ryan Lister have done a wonderful job in writing this book in an engaging, creative way that brings God glory and has been good for my soul. Thank you guys for the hard work you have put into studying, writing and fashioning something that has inspired me greatly.
As I finished this book and set it down I felt encouraged and spurred on in my love and worship for Jesus and the creative good that God has given me to do in this world.
This quote from the book sums it all up for me.
"We can rejoice in this: God is the artist who is making us worthy to stand in the gallery of His new creation, to point to Him as our Creator and Redeemer with our life, worship, and, yes, still our creativity."
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An answered prayer!
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