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The Be. Make. Do. podcast inspires artists of faith by diving into the big - and sometimes controversial - questions that come with pursuing the artist’s calling. Artists are culture makers. But many Christians in the arts feel isolated and conflicted about their call. That’s why we’re starting this conversation - to help you find clarity and confidence. So, be encouraged. And become who you were created to be, make what you were created to make, and do what you were created to do.
Join host Lisa Smith as she poses questions, shares stories, and great conversation with artists, theologians, creatives and friends about the call of the artist in the world.
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The Security Trap: Why External Validation Isn't Your Calling
Be. Make. Do.
32 minutes
1 month ago
The Security Trap: Why External Validation Isn't Your Calling
Episode Overview:
"Those of us who find ourselves overly concerned with getting it right or being good, might find ourselves trapped in a net of other people's expectations and just getting tangled into a good old mess."
Do you ever feel like your worth depends on applause, success, or being "useful" to others? You might be stuck in the Security Trap—a subtle but powerful mindset that confuses validation with vocation. If you've ever felt guilty pursuing your creative work—or unsure if it "matters"—this episode will help you untangle your calling from the need to please.
Up Next:
The Happiness Trap – Discover why chasing good vibes and "living your best life" can sabotage your vocation—and how to find joy beyond the high points.
Resources for Artists:
* Download your FREE Vocation Trap Tracker: https://soul-makers.kit.com/traptracker [https://www.soulmakers.org/bemakedo]
* Discover Your Artist Archetype → Take the Free Quiz at soulmakers.org [https://soulmakers.org/]
* Download the Full Artist Archetypes Guide for deeper insight: www.soulmakers.org/bemakedo [https://www.soulmakers.org/bemakedo]
* Read Samuel Wells' book, Improvisation: The Drama of Christian Ethics [https://www.amazon.com/Improvisation-Christian-Ethics-Samuel-Wells/dp/1587430711]
* Read the article, Vocation's Unbroken Chain: Biblical Call Stories and the [https://digitalcommons.acu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1032&context=discernment]
Experience of Vocation [https://digitalcommons.acu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1032&context=discernment] by Chris Keeton
* Read the article, Understanding Vocation: Discerning and Responding to God's Call [http://dt.pepperdine.edu/projects/lilly/Understanding%20Vocation_%20Discerning%20and%20Responding%20to%20Gods%20Call.pdf] by Don Thompson
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The Be. Make. Do. podcast inspires artists of faith by diving into the big - and sometimes controversial - questions that come with pursuing the artist’s calling. Artists are culture makers. But many Christians in the arts feel isolated and conflicted about their call. That’s why we’re starting this conversation - to help you find clarity and confidence. So, be encouraged. And become who you were created to be, make what you were created to make, and do what you were created to do.
Join host Lisa Smith as she poses questions, shares stories, and great conversation with artists, theologians, creatives and friends about the call of the artist in the world.
Subscribe and follow now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! [https://pod.link/1700320315]
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