There is chaos in the world that often surrounds and impacts us. We need resources that can help us not be swept away by it. Join us as Rev. Dr. Barry Whatley shares how poetry can provide us some stay against the chaos and be a resource to help our mental health.
A video with visuals and show notes can be found here - https://unitedadoration.subspla.sh/qd5s2jj
Music: "Lord Have Mercy" by Rachel Wilhelm - https://open.spotify.com/track/3pBqsFisM2zJzyQnVujGr8?si=02d498a21f2a419d
In our final episode of the "A Place of Beauty Podcast," we continue in Isaiah 61, focusing on verses 8-13. How do we respond to the Lord's recreation of a fractured world? How does the artwork of kintsugi reflect truths about God's people? Can we be more than just kintsugi people, but kintsgui masters in our communities?
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Holy Mystery" sung by Justin Carlson
Background Music: When We Found The Horizon by Late Night Feeler
What if your struggles don't disqualify you, but help define (or refine) the calling on your life? In our Holy Week episode, we reflect on Christ's passion along the Via Dolorosa (The Way of the Cross) in light of the prophecy found in Isaiah 61:1-7. How does Christ's suffering invite us into the power of our own pain?
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "The Promise Song" by JRiveMusic
Background Music: Flickering by VYEN
Where has the Lord placed you to do his work? How do we submit our artistry to the Lord and the community we serve? Reflect on these questions and others as we meditate on Scriptures from Genesis 1:28-31 and Matthew 28:16-20.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Ven Espíritu" by Max Donoso and Victor Manieri
Background Music: Length of Light by Amulets
What battles are you facing today? How can your creativity empower others and yourself to stand firm in the Lord? This week, we reflect on these questions and others as we meditate on the songs of heaven found in Revelation 7:9-17.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Pendo Lako" by Ruby Bukachi
Background Music: Length of Light by Amulets
Do you see your creativity as light in darkness? This week, we reflect on John 8:12-20. How we might shine Christ's light through our art? What wounds have we acquired, or inflicted, when the light in creativity is tempered or snuffed out?
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Let There Be Light" by Ryan Scarberry
Background Music: Length of Light by Amulets
When our creativity is tied to our identity, how do we respond to God and ourselves when navigating creative dry spells? This week, we make space to hear from the Lord as we reflect on Romans 8:1-11, asking the Holy Spirit to speak louder than the other voices that would condemn us in our fallow seasons of creativity.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "I Am Your Servant" by Andy Clark
Background Music: Length of Light by Amulets
The war in Ukraine. Economic crisis. Isolation and mental illness. Our silent struggles. How might these and other trials be a crucible for our faith and artistic practices? In this episode, we make space to come before the Lord in lament, meditating on Psalm 86.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "When the Night is Closing In" by Mark Willoughby
Background Music: Elegy by Asher Fulero
As we pursue excellence and skill in our work, the artistic disciple of the Lord must regularly return to gaze upon the work of The True Creator who fearfully and wonderfully his people to be holy and beloved and live "to the praise of his glory." (Ephesians 1:14) In our fourteenth episode, “Craftsmanship," we reflect on the promises and purposes offered to us in Ephesians 1:1-14.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Kathryn Kircher & Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "No Sparrow Falls" by Keiko Ying & Kate Bluett
Background Music: Laserdisc by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/honor/
Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/
To have our confidence in Christ may sound like a Christian cliché. However, artists regularly face rejection from society, critics, and our own selves. How do we find our resilience in Christ, our purpose in his plans, rooted in his immovable love and power? Our thirteenth episode, “Confidence in Christ” invites us to consider these themes while prayerfully reflecting on Ephesians 2:1-10.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Janet Mueller & Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Lead Me to the Rock” by Emily Scobee
Background Music: "Beth" by VYEN
What strongholds or voices have limited our unique expression of creativity, or have marred our true identity? Are beauty and God's glory synonymous? Our twelfth episode, “The Golden Calf,” invites us to consider these themes as we prayerfully reflect on Hebrews 8:8-13.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Cameron Miller & Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Strongholds” by Jeff Gilliland
Background Music: "Cold Blue" by Astron
Our eleventh episode, “Success & The Local Songwriter,” reflects on Colossians 3:12-17. What does success mean in light of the Gospel? How can we pursue a holistic reflection of the human experience in our creative body of work?
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Cathy Schrock & Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Glory to the Father” by Israel Thayu
Background Music: "Flickering" by VYEN
Our tenth episode, “Humility that Harms,” invites us to consider the tension and balance of holding our gifts with humility and strength. Reflecting on Psalm 144, how do you pursue peace in this precarious dance that can often plague artists of faith?
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Song of Mary (Magnificat)” by Liturgical Folk
Background Music: "Windswept" by Ann Annie
Our ninth episode, “Comparison,” reflects on Galatians 5:16-26. How does comparison and envy degrade our identity and our unity with other artists? How might gratitude and resisting comparison move us toward freedom?
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Sonda o meu coração” by Adoremos Juntos
Background Music: "Cold Blue" - Astron
In our eighth episode entitled “From Loneliness to Solitude,” we reflect on Hosea 2:14-23. Like Gomer, artists may seek affirmation from other loves, especially if our identity and worth is not rooted in Jesus Christ. Yet, the Lord desires to embrace us in his love, reaffirming us as his beloved and bride.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Faithful God" by James Cheeseman/Travis Ham
Background Music: "In the Temple Garden" - Aaron Kenny
In our seventh episode entitled “Be Still and Move Forward,” we reflect on Isaiah 41:1-10, the practice of stillness, and our need to receive the Lord's assurance and strength when facing various impasses or steps of faith.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Promised Land" by Olwen Ringrose
Background Music: "Cold Blue" by Astron
In our sixth episode “A Feast in the Wasteland,” we focus our attention, perhaps uncomfortably, on the prophecy found in Revelation 19:1-10: the Fall of Babylon. Economic success vs. spiritual desolation. The daily grind vs. the satisfying work of the Kingdom of God. Artists can often feel these tensions acutely. As we reflect on this passage, we acknowledge that in the wasteland there is an invitation to hope and the heavenly feast hosted by the Bread of Life - Jesus Christ.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "Speak to Us" performed by Rachel Wilhelm
Background Music: "Elegy" by Wayne Jones
In our fifth episode “Ex Nihilo,” we meditate on John 1:1-13. At Christmastide, the followers of Jesus Christ focus their attention to his birth. The Lord's Word and Light became flesh and dwelt among us who lived in a world marked by darkness and void. His light continues to shine, reflected by his creatives as we engage in Holy Spirit-led creativity.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Featured Music: "In the Virgin's Womb" by Sister Sinjin
Background Music: "Through and Through" by Amulets
Our fourth episode, “Made In Your Image” reflects on what can be the difficult prophetic call of artists: speaking truth to God's people when they themselves have strayed from reflecting the image and character of God.
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Poem: "You Made Us In Your Image" by Kate Bluett
Music: Symphony No. 1, “Apologia” by Chris Massa
Our third episode, “Distinguished by His Presence” encourages us to consider how the Triune Creator is making all things new, including his people through his presence in our lives (Hebrews 10:15-25).
United Adoration's "A Place of Beauty Podcast" is a 21-week series to complement our devotional, "A Place of Beauty." Every Monday, from Advent to Easter, we invite artists (and non-artists) to meditate on Scripture and to consider their identity, struggles, and creative process in the light of the True Creator, the Triune God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. To purchase the devotional, visit Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
by Elise Massa
Scripture (NRSV) read by Mark Stevenson
Music: "We Groan" by Leaven + Liturgies