Naming the Animals: An Invitation to Creativity
What if creativity was not a talent given to a chosen few, but an invitation extended to us all? What if the desire for beauty was not gratuitous in life, but central to our faith? Drawing upon the biblical account of Creation and the witness of a myriad of creative thinkers, this book asserts that all of us—from plumbers to painters and meteorologists to musicians—were made in the image of an imaginative God. In that light, Naming the Animals encourages us to see creativity as an essential part of God’s design for partnership with humanity..
“Naming the Animals so gracefully guides artists into a deeper understanding of Kingdom creativity. The divine invitation to co-labor with the Creator pulls readers into the mystery of exponential possibilities and Spirit-breathed purpose…”
—Joy ike singer/songwriter“Few people are willing to plumb the depths at the intersection of faith and art like Stephen Roach. He reminds me that the pursuit of creativity is also fellowship with the Divine, and his work has been a constant source of inspiration on my creative journey.”
—John Mark McMillan singer/songwriter“…everything one could ask for in a representation of what is good, true, and beautiful. It is a rare offering served with common kindness, accessible language, evocative visual art, and the abiding presence of the unseen God. This is a book I will be re-reading again and again.”
—Lancia E. Smith The Cultivating Project
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