The Artist #NoartistlikeTheArtist



My father once said, "There's no artist like The Artist," and that sentence has stuck with me ever since. It's what comes to mind when I see a beautiful sunset or a blooming flower; indeed, so much of creation reminds me of God's power. The overwhelming sense of grandeur when standing on the edge of a canyon, or hearing the thunder boom, is a gift. It's incredible to think of all the amazing, intricate,  and beautiful things God has, and continues to, give. 

Everyone has been given talents, but I find myself drawn to the ones that evoke feelings and emotions. I admit I'm a little envious of those whose talents lie in the arts. Hearing a beautiful voice singing, or a well-played instrument, or absorbing the beauty of a painting or sculpture, can have a profound impact on one's emotions. So often I find peace in the beauty of this world that our awesome God has created. Psalm 19:1 says, "The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims His handiwork," and so it does! 

God blesses us with moments like this. As created humans, we find inspiration in creation for our designs and works of art from the things around us in life. Our inspiration comes from seeing the things that God has created, but we need tools and supplies to make anything. God needed nothing to inspire Him beyond Himself; He designed all things, He creates out of nothing, He speaks, and things come into being. "By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and by the breath of His mouth all their host. He gathers the waters of the sea as a heap; He puts the deep in storehouses. Let all the earth fear the LORD; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of Him! For He spoke and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm" (Psalm 33:6-9). All of creation tells us of the power of God. "For His invisible attributes, namely His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse" (Romans 1:20). If you look, there is evidence of God's hand at work in all creation, and even in our lives. 

Getting to know God is easy; He gives us His word to study, and we can see evidence of His power all around us. Choose and make time to study His word, and appreciate the beauty of His creation. Learn to live as God requires us to and praise Him for His awesome work in all He has made, done, and continues to do. James 1:5 tells us that "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him." Take the time to enjoy the intricate and beautiful things He has made, and seek the wisdom God has given us in His word.

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