Dream In Soul

Most everyone has asked these questions:

• Who am I?
• Why am I here?
• What should I be doing?

Artists in particular, from painters to musicians, may ask these questions regarding their gifts:

• Who am I as an artist?
• Why do I have this talent?
• What does God want me to do with it?

Navigating these questions might be frustrating when we don’t “hear” what God wants us to do with the gifts He’s given us. How do we know what route to take with our abilities?

Art Lessons from God is a great online spiritual resource that delves into these questions of gifting and calling. The web publication and discussion group were created with the purpose of helping artists and designers discover God’s purpose and plan for their artistic talent. The site was created by Tony Snipes of Kreative Kingdom, Inc. a non-profit faith-based art initiative.

Though the site is targeted toward visual artists it has much insight that could inspire artists of any type from writers and performers to musicians and filmmakers. Many of the topics explored can apply to a variety of arts, like “Anointed versus Talented: What’s the Difference?” to “Discovering a “God” idea vs a “Good” idea.” Often in our society we acknowledge the “how” regarding talents of individuals but may not always consider the deeper questions involved with “why”…

Here are some recent posts from Soul Dreamer Resources:

Event: Transforming a Generation Workshops at Gospel Heritage 2010

The Gospel Heritage 2010 Praise & Worship Conference is the annual event presented by Dr. Teresa Hairston, founder of Gospel Today. This year it will take place February 18-19 in Jacksonville, FL, and there are several seminars and workshops during the event targeted toward helping young adults learn more about careers in the Gospel music industry, including the Transforming a Generation workshops that will feature presenters like PJ Morton, Monica Coates, Kirk Franklin, and more.

Seminar: 12 Steps To Wake Up And Get Moving On Your Dream

The next part of Dr. Naima Johnston’s seminar 12 Steps To Wake Up And Get Moving On Your Dream Part II will continue on Monday, February 15 at 8pm ET. To take part in the Dream Development Mentoring Group Call, email naimasbrokenbox@yahoo.com to register and to receive the seminar materials.

In the call Dr. Naima will present a powerful teaching on how to take practical and spiritually led steps toward your God-given dreams. If you missed the past calls, you can listen to the previous one when you click “Continue Reading.”

Dream in Soul presents the Soul Dreamer Resources library, part of the DreaminSoul.com Network. It was created as a way to compile resources related to career and calling for dreamers for a variety of industries and professionals, including artists, musicians, writers, and entrepreneurs, as well as those pursuing other fields.

The aim of this resource is to inspire others to dream in soul – to not merely dream and pursue goals guided by their their own desires, but to view their passions and purpose through the lens of God and the plans He has for them (Jeremiah 29:11).

You can visit the directory at http://dreaminsoul.com/souldreamer or click Soul Dreamer Resources in the navigation bar.

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Upcoming Soul Dreamer Inspiration Interviews

Stay tuned for the next Soul Dreamer Inspiration Interviews on the Dream in Soul Blog. Next we’ll talk to a young filmmaker who is using her passion to spread the love of God. We’ll also talk to a visual artist who teaches others to use the arts for God’s glory.

Music Industry Resource – “The Beginner’s Guide To The Gospel Music Industry” by Monica Coates

Here’s a valuable resource for anyone interested in working in the Gospel Music Industry, from aspiring industry executives to artists:

After spending 17+ years serving many of the top-selling artists in Gospel Music (including Fred Hammond, Donnie McClurkin, Hezekiah Walker and many others), industry veteran Monica Coates has written her first book, The Beginner’s Guide To The Gospel Music Industry, which has just been released…

Filmmaking Resources From Christian-Movie.com

Christian-Movie.com has an array of resources, interviews, tips and more for filmmakers…

Youth Leader Resource – “Youth Leaders Only” Music Resource Book From Interlinc

The youth ministry resource Interlinc presents a free digital copy of its Fall “Youth Leaders Only” Music Resource Book. Interlinc is a resource that uses contemporary Christian songs and videos as starting-points for Bible lessons…

Soul Dreamer Ponderings: Christian Artist vs. Artist Who is Christian

Soul Dreamer Ponderings are questions that relate to career and calling for all types of dreamers. The questions might be posed in future Soul Dreamer Interviews as well. Feel free to leave a comment on your thoughts to these ponderings:

Author C.S. Lewis once made a statement that (paraphrase) “We don’t need more Christian writers. We need more great writers who are Christian.” Do you agree or disagree? Does it depend on the particular artist and calling?

Visual Arts Article – “Struggles of a Christian Artist: How to Nurture Your Artistic Soul”

“Struggles of a Christian Artist: How to nurture your artistic soul” by Gary Nauman is a great article from Intervarsity Student Soul that talks about different ways to exercise and embrace the purpose of your artistic ability…

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