“When we make, we tap into the generative possibility that flows out of Genesis 1, and encounter the Spirit’s reality to manifest in our brokenness; we also realize that even shattered vessels can, under the Master’s illumination, lead to new creation. A creative journey allows for exploration of a divine plan for our ‘deep calls to deep’ journey (Psalm 42) even through darkness, doubt, and suffering; there is a relationship between such redemptive purposes and a call for us to create into the new creation. This call has been part of the Spirit’s guidance on my journey as an artist. Christ’s sacrifice leads to the beautiful, into the heart of new creation.” — Makoto Fujimura
Up Next in New Creation
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Columbine
The columbine flower was the early church's symbol for the Holy Spirit. The delicate flowers symbolize perfectly the fragility of lives, so young, haunted by the encroaching darkness of violence. Linking with the concept of Kintsugi, Mako discusses how a wounded culture can wrestle with ground ze...
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New Creation Reflection
Pete Candler and Dr. Curt Thompson reflect on the concept of New Creation.
