The Ancient Greeks said that inspiration for art comes from the Muses. Any creative work that is greater than yourself or, at least, what you believe you are capable of, comes from a higher power. I can definitely understand why this was believed. The way a piece of music or art can inspire you and spur you on to emotion and great works is something altogether other worldly. How is it that a melody can move the soul? No man made device could bring about such an act. The times when something is not only coming out of you, but it is moving through you. This has to be God-given. It is a gift from our Creator.
I have always connected with David. He was a man after God's own heart, and he embraced the talents the Lord gave him. In all frustration and appreciation, he gave it to the Lord through his art form. I just hope, that through my daily life, I can do what the Lord wills, and do what He gave me to do, as David did.
Does it seem that if someone is doing what the Lord wants, but it is not to the status of a Doctor of Lawyer or some other job of great respect (which is wonderful if it's what you are meant to do), that they are undervalued and left in a feeling of failure?
My mother has a quote that she says often that I would love to relay. "Whether it's raising the dead or going fishing, the pay is the same."
It makes me sick what guilt people put others through if they are pursuing what they love. Butt out and let the Lord do His work! As long as you are in the His will, it is a noble deed you are doing.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
A Noble Mission
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgitQ9KOFOE&feature=related
(The scene is about two minutes in. it is short. )
In the movie (and I'm guessing the book, even though I have not read it) Mansfield Park, one of the characters is spoken of as wanting a noble mission. He would say to his father in his childhood days "Please, Father, give me a noble mission." I have ever identified with this character's thought. A noble mission. Not an impossible task, but something graspable and real. A Noble Mission. This career I am set on, no matter how much I love it, has never really felt like a noble mission. Art, although it can and I am the first to say it could, does not usually carry with it a burden of greatness. That is why I have become interested in the politics of our time. I love to paint and work with my hands, but I love to learn and ponder and debate! Politics seems to be a noble mission. It is a calling, I believe, just like being a pastor or going to war. Many hate it. I thrive on it. The very thought of change and reform and direct influence on everybody! wow... Although It may only lead to many a good argument and a few Political Science courses, it could lead to so much more! Like saying "Goodbye ,Gregoire....!" ;)
Thankfully, as a Christian, there is always a noble mission for one to strive for, to serve the Lord and spread the Word to His people. His Wisdom is always available and His Love is ever present. I thank Him that even in searching for a mission, he has a plan for our lives, something more intricate then our little minds can plan.
Psalm 37 tells us to not fret and that the Lord will take care of it all.
Thank you Lord for not leaving us alone to fight it out for ourselves.
(The scene is about two minutes in. it is short. )
In the movie (and I'm guessing the book, even though I have not read it) Mansfield Park, one of the characters is spoken of as wanting a noble mission. He would say to his father in his childhood days "Please, Father, give me a noble mission." I have ever identified with this character's thought. A noble mission. Not an impossible task, but something graspable and real. A Noble Mission. This career I am set on, no matter how much I love it, has never really felt like a noble mission. Art, although it can and I am the first to say it could, does not usually carry with it a burden of greatness. That is why I have become interested in the politics of our time. I love to paint and work with my hands, but I love to learn and ponder and debate! Politics seems to be a noble mission. It is a calling, I believe, just like being a pastor or going to war. Many hate it. I thrive on it. The very thought of change and reform and direct influence on everybody! wow... Although It may only lead to many a good argument and a few Political Science courses, it could lead to so much more! Like saying "Goodbye ,Gregoire....!" ;)
Thankfully, as a Christian, there is always a noble mission for one to strive for, to serve the Lord and spread the Word to His people. His Wisdom is always available and His Love is ever present. I thank Him that even in searching for a mission, he has a plan for our lives, something more intricate then our little minds can plan.
Psalm 37 tells us to not fret and that the Lord will take care of it all.
Thank you Lord for not leaving us alone to fight it out for ourselves.
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