Creativity

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.