The Creativity of Man

Man was created to create. When he is not creating, he is destroying. He who is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys, says the Proverb. So when we are not on the creative side of things, we sense a terrible despondency, a feeling of worthlessness and impending punishment. Man tries to gloss over this with his psychological tools (something he created). But if a man cannot or will not create, he is missing his purpose in life.  All drudgery, boredom, depression, etc. is born from the inability or unwillingness to create. 

Of course, men create nasty things in their fallen state. Just creating stuff is not good. Most of the things created by man are evil, or at least stupid. The end of those things is death. But the finest things men have created are a reflection of the glory of God, for which man was created. And there is eternal life waiting at the end of those things. 

Also, remember, creations can consist of anything. They are limited only to the imagination. The most beautiful creations are those that enhance life, which bring goodness into the lives of others. Many may not see these creations, but these are especially dear to God and he calls them silver, gold, precious gems. Are you building out of wood, hay and stubble just so someone can see your creations? All of our works (creations, destructions, or lack thereof) will be judged by fire some day. Will you be ready to give an account to your creator, or will you call for the mountains to fall on you in order to hide from the face of your Judge? 

God loves you, but he created you for His purpose, not for your own silly pleasures. Look up to Him. See Jesus Christ, the creator of all. He will show you God, because he is in God the Father and the Father is in Him. Call out to Jesus today. Start creating good today by trusting in the Lord. Do not lean on your own understanding, but acknowledge Him in all your ways. Start asking him for guidance and he will show you his Son, Jesus Christ. This is repentance and life.

- Chris Simonson

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