#praying creatively

We all know that the Bible calls for us to tithe 10% of our income back to Him as our first fruits. I know firsthand,  how difficult this can be when living paycheck to paycheck.  Yet, I also know how God has blessed me when I’ve done just that. So, what does the Bible say about tithing? Tithing is giving God our first fruits Luke 11:42 “But woe to you Pharisees! For you tithe mint and rue and…

Worshiping with Creative Journaling and Prayers

Several years ago, I took a class on creative journaling.    Using a journal you can write prayers, scriptures, thoughts, quotes and other inspirational or challenging ideas.   Then you decorate the pages with drawings, stamping, coloring, arts and crafts or what other artistic means you prefer.   This form of journaling and meditation has become very popular. One example of creative journaling…

Worshiping with our Talents

For years I’ve gone into nursing homes to sing and share my musical abilities.  This experience actually opened the door several years ago when I was seeking a career change.  Now, I work in my day job as an activities director.  Today, I’m on the other side of the coin and looking for talent and people that are willing to come and share their talents with my residents. Music is the sound of the…

At Christmas and Easter, I love to attend Passion Plays.   The re-enactments of watching the life come to Christ is so moving each and every time I see it and I receive something new each time. Drama is another creative outlet that can allow us to draw closer to God. Today, many churches now have their own drama groups in which you can become involved. Re-enactments are one example of drama 1…

Worshiping with Walking Prayers

When I was growing up we had a lady that walked the neighborhood praying for each person and household as she passed.  When her health got to the point she could no longer walk, she spent the time before she fell asleep praying for everyone in the neighborhood.  When she couldn’t remember the person’s name, she described that individual to the Lord.   After she passed away, everyone could feel a…

Worshiping with Arts & Crafts

We’ve discussed creative praying using art and the gifts we’ve been given.  But we can also worship God using our arts and crafts. The examples in the Bible of using arts and crafts, were actually the crafts {or work} of the day.  Today, many of these have become more of a wide range hobby, although there are still individuals who make their life’s worth with these ancient occupations {but my how…

Using Our Gifts for God

Cherry sews for others and while she is sewing for them, she prays for them. Hazel cooks meals for others and prays for them while she is cooking Michelle crochets baby blankets for infants in the Neonatal Unit.  Her mother, Madeline, knits blankets for those at the local hospice center. So, what do all of these women have in common? They are using their gifts for God. we all have gifts and…

There are times when it is wonderful to just get out in nature and view all the wonders of this world.  When you take in the flowers, mountains, lakes, trees, ocean and other beautiful scenes, it’s a great reminder of how artistic and imaginative God the father is. God is more creative than the entire population of the world combined. Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the…