The Lord said to me, “This is not for you! You are no longer a captive to the things that you once were. You are my child; I have bought you with my blood! Do not think on those things. Do not believe those lies. Keep your head held high because you are mine! I love you fiercely. The mountains tremble and the seas part under my love for you. Do not forget!” I will sing, “How marvelous is your love for me, my God, Savior, Redeemer, King, and Lord. How wonderful are your thoughts about me. When I am exhausted, you give me rest. When I am fearful, you comfort me. Praise your name. You have anointed me with your purpose. You have taught me your ways. How marvelous, how wonderful, then my soul will ever sing! How marvelous, how wonderful, is your love for me. My heart will dance with joy, and my lips will proclaim your works. You know my innermost being, and you have written revival upon my heart.”
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Up!
Love the animated film "Up?"
Check out this real life "Up." http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/upinspired-floating-house-14?xg_source=facebook
Hmmm... ideas....
Check out this real life "Up." http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/upinspired-floating-house-14?xg_source=facebook
Hmmm... ideas....
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Monday, March 7, 2011
Name Play
Recently I've been digging deeper in the book of Esther with a group of incredible and insightful women. One of the things we have discussed is the meaning of names. Esther mean "star" and also "to conceal." Isn't it ironic how the book of Esther is filled with a story of God's plan coming to full revelation and the name of the protagonist means to conceal? Lesson learned? God is deliberate and intentional in what He choses to reveal and also in what He choses to conceal.
I have been thinking about my own name. Angela means "Messenger of God," yet I feel like one of my largest hurdles has been communication. Ironic isn't it? Perhaps it's not so much as it seems. Another lesson learned: God's strength is shown best in our weaknesses. So, a theory might be that since communication is a weakness for me, it allows much room for God's strength?
Hmmm... so just like Esther, God can take a willing heart and unveil an incredible plan. I think this is what He has in store for me- an incredible plan, and my name has something to do with it.
I have been thinking about my own name. Angela means "Messenger of God," yet I feel like one of my largest hurdles has been communication. Ironic isn't it? Perhaps it's not so much as it seems. Another lesson learned: God's strength is shown best in our weaknesses. So, a theory might be that since communication is a weakness for me, it allows much room for God's strength?
Hmmm... so just like Esther, God can take a willing heart and unveil an incredible plan. I think this is what He has in store for me- an incredible plan, and my name has something to do with it.
Friday, March 4, 2011
Favorites
My three new favorite artists:
1. Dale Chihuly has brought a whole new life to glass blowing by transforming it into an abstract artform. Check out http://www.chihuly.com/ for images of the brilliance of his sea-inspired creations, his artistic eye for combining nature with the synthesized in his installations, and the stunning enormity of his chandeliers.
2. Brian Dettmer uses books, glue, and surgical tools to create these intricate designs. Take a look at http://briandettmer.com/ for images of what someone with talent, focus, and patience can do to transform a book into a living work of art.
3. Mark Lawrence is one of those artists that uses a canvas, brush, and brightly colored paints to convey scriptural truths. When I first began to view the detail, textures, and contrasts between colors in his paintings, I could actually see the scriptures taking form. I think his work is the perfect example of how even the abstract can bring a certain amount of clarity and can reveal truths. See if you agree by taking a look at his works at http://www.marklawrencegallery.com/.
Last but not least... http://www.googleartproject.com/ This website is the most amazing tool for viewing artwork! As much as I would love to see these works of ingenuity in person, reality does not allow for it. However, because of this website I can still visit each museum and explore their vast collections.
Enjoy!
1. Dale Chihuly has brought a whole new life to glass blowing by transforming it into an abstract artform. Check out http://www.chihuly.com/ for images of the brilliance of his sea-inspired creations, his artistic eye for combining nature with the synthesized in his installations, and the stunning enormity of his chandeliers.
2. Brian Dettmer uses books, glue, and surgical tools to create these intricate designs. Take a look at http://briandettmer.com/ for images of what someone with talent, focus, and patience can do to transform a book into a living work of art.
3. Mark Lawrence is one of those artists that uses a canvas, brush, and brightly colored paints to convey scriptural truths. When I first began to view the detail, textures, and contrasts between colors in his paintings, I could actually see the scriptures taking form. I think his work is the perfect example of how even the abstract can bring a certain amount of clarity and can reveal truths. See if you agree by taking a look at his works at http://www.marklawrencegallery.com/.
Last but not least... http://www.googleartproject.com/ This website is the most amazing tool for viewing artwork! As much as I would love to see these works of ingenuity in person, reality does not allow for it. However, because of this website I can still visit each museum and explore their vast collections.
Enjoy!
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