Are you a masterpiece or a doodle?
When an artist makes a masterpiece it is a work that is not done on a whim but is usually methodic and takes time and thought. They are rarely ever just thrown together.
A doodle is more of a mindless work.
We doodle when we are bored and have nothing to do. Doodling is not usually something we spend hours of labor on nor is it something we hold dear. Doodles are usually done on scraps of paper or in the margins of our papers.
A masterpiece however is almost always done using the best of what’s available. A good canvas stretched tight, a good piece of costly watercolor paper, expensive marble or precious metal, these are the things masterpieces are often made of.
God does not make doodles.
We are his masterpieces.
God has not just thrown us together or put us in the margins of his work.
We are his workmanship and the Lord does nothing on a whim.
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My friend Danielle has recently rebranded and relaunched her blog.
A new beginning. A fresh start. A new name.
Go check out her new space on the web over at My Mess To His Masterpiece.
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It has been a long time since I have given thanks here in this space.
1891. Indigo bunting birds, such a brilliant blue
1892. blue racket balls that make her so very happy
1893. flowers of spring
1894. Spring!! which has FINALLY arrived
1895. the gurgle of the creek
1896. spring rain
1897. bright red cardinals
1898. mosaic of blues on the wings of the bluejay
1899. explosion of colors along the walk at Longwood Gardens
1900. a perfect mother’s day as a family
1901. bird feeders
1902. a porch in the shade
1903. buttercups in mason jars
1904. the fragrance of stargazer lilies
1905. coffee in my mug with the little lady in green
1906. a friend open to taking a road trip
1907. Emily’s simple design course on Adobe Illustrator
1908. friends who continue to encourage me to keep writing
1909. maxi skirts, so comfy
1910. a fresh new journal
6 responses to “A Masterpiece or a Doodle?”
Sharon, your writing and photography are breathtaking, always inspiring and encouraging…you are His masterpiece, a beautiful, exquisite portrait of Gods workmanship. If you had a ‘blessed’ counter, I’d have to hit it a thousand for the gifts I receive each time I read your words and enjoy the view here. I am so thankful for the work Gods done in us both, and for our sweet friendship.
Thank you so much dear friend. YOU are an encouragement to me. Thanks for staying on me about not abandoning this space.
Oh, what beautiful photography. The “mosaic of blues” on that bluejay’s wings – amazing! And I love your thoughts about being God’s masterpiece, not just a doodle. Very encouraging. Thanks for sharing. Blessings!
Thank you for visiting Jacqui, The blue on their wings is so vibrant and bright. Seeing them makes my day!
What a beautiful post. I love reading thankfulness lists in posts. I love seeing what people find to be thankful for each day. Thank you so much for sharing with us on Inspire Me Monday!
Thank you Sarah for your kind words. (I am a bit late on catching up on comments.)