My church, The Austin Stone, has asked artists to share work inspired by its series on the Ten Commandments. I, of course, couldn’t resist taking part. For the next ten weeks or so, I’ll be sharing the results of my work here. Enjoy! [Read more…] about The Only One
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Working Hard Doesn’t Mean Working 24/7
I work hard. However, I differentiate working hard from working 24/7. I’m prone to the latter; it’s easy for me to work and incredibly difficult to rest. I have to exercise great care and self-discipline so that I don’t fall into workaholism.
Is Grit Important?
Grit. Stick-to-it-iveness. (An impossible, almost Seussian word to say. I don’t recommend it—) Getting things done. Those people.
You Don’t Have to Be Perfect
The problem with a perfectionist, albeit not the only one, is her attempt to be perfect. It’s an impossible standard, and it isn’t the one she should set out to attain. She should desire to be good.
Beauty to Sustain the Soul
“You shall create beauty not to excite the senses but to give sustenance to the soul.” – Gabriela Mistral
Please Excuse My Not-so-Insane Work Ethic
I work hard. I have a tendency to try to do, as one of my friends says, “all the things.” She’s called me out on it; it’s the wrong approach to this life. God commands his people and his children to rest. If I’m not resting, I’m disobeying. [Read more…] about Please Excuse My Not-so-Insane Work Ethic