Dream In Soul – Creativity for the Kingdom:

So take me to that place Lord,
To that secret place where
I can be with you and
You can make me like you
Wrap me in your arms…

This song always brings me to a deeper longing for His presence, from William McDowell and Blanca Callahan (of Group 1 Crew), As We Worship Live album.

“[“Never Forget”] is both a tribute and a reminder of the freedom we can still share.” – Joe Castillo

You might recognize the name Joe Castillo from this season of American’s Got Talent – he’s one of the 3 finalists that are competing for the grand prize. Castillo has been inspiring viewers with his heart-felt and purpose-full sand drawings created to corresponding music and projected in colorful light on a large screen. He’s also a man of faith and has shown it in past pieces on the show.

Here’s Castillos moving tribute to September 11 – we will never forget the lives lost, the families affected and pray for the nation to stand under God’s wings.

Dean Batali is a writer and producer who has worked on shows with a number of well-known actors. In this Top 3 interview he talks about how he hopes to make a mark in mainstream media while holding on to his values, and gives advice to others in their pursuing passions in film and TV, and consuming entertainment that doesn’t compromise your beliefs:

Above: Actor Ernie Hudson with one of the latest designs from Dream in Soul Creative Apparel. Click here to get this and other inspiring shirts…

“…the fulfilling of who you are and your purpose for being here is not found outside, it’s trusting God to move you, to inspire you…” – Ernie Hudson

Lately Dream in Soul has been busy shining a light and spreading inspiration at various events through speaking or representing our Dream in Soul Creative Apparel line (stay tuned for more updates on the blog). Here’s Actor Ernie Hudson with one of our latest designs “Live, Love and Dream for a greater Purpose” at a recent event; you might know him from one of over 100 movie and TV roles – of which he might be best known for his role in Ghostbusters. Ernie’s also an inspiring man of faith who played the voice of the apostle Peter in the “Word of Promise” audio Bible.

Ernie grew up thinking he’d be a minister, but then acting came about after trying different things and not feeling as if he found his sweet spot. When he got to college he took an acting class and felt right at home. Ernie shared encouragement on purpose and dreams in an interview with TBN:

“When I read the Bible it’s the Spirit, it’s the knowing that, it’s the fulfilling of who you are and your purpose for being here is not found outside, it’s trusting God to move you, to inspire you – to move through inspiration. To want the things that you want is a wonderful thing but trust in God to guide you to that and things will work out perfectly…but unfortunately sometimes you fear – when you start feeling fear then it’s not the right direction.

Sometimes in desperation we try to reach out and find things outside of ourselves and trust other people who are trying to sell us something. You really need to listen to the inner voice and know that you’ll be guided and the right thing will line up for you – it always has for me. But if you’re looking for someone out there…put not your trust in man.”

Watch Ernie’s interview where he talks more about his journey into purpose below:
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“Well Done” is an inspiring song from 19-year-old Moriah Peter’s debut album I Choose Jesus, and the cheerful video will lift your spirits as she sings about two words we live to hear one day…

Moriah on “Well Done”

Bold, bright balloons and lights…that’s my kind of heaven.

My second single, “Well Done,” was written about the hope that we have in heaven. The anticipation of hearing these two simple words can inspire us to love extravagantly and take risks because we’re not living for this world, we’re walking by faith and trusting in what is not yet seen!

My prayer is that this video becomes a sweet reminder for us to enjoy not just endure life’s challenges, to love not just like our enemies, and with Christ as our strength and heaven as our destination, to live for the day we get to hear the powerful words: “Well done, my good and faithful servant!”

Enjoy this day as if all of heaven were celebrating with you(:

Below Moriah gives more encouragement for our walk with God…

Moriah’s music is so soothing and heartfelt, and she shines with a passion for showing God’s love. You can find out more about her at www.moriahpeters.com.