Make it a Beautiful Life
One of my favorite artists, John Severson, said that his personal mission statement was this: “Make it a beautiful life.” I love that. I believe he meant that beyond the art he created. Make it a beautiful life for yourself and everyone else you meet. In part, simply by the way you live… through your generosity, hospitality, having open ears, an open heart, and open hands.
In 1972, shortly before his death, Abraham Joshua Heschel said in an interview: “I would say to young people a number of things… I would say, let them remember that there is a meaning beyond absurdity. Let them be sure that every little deed counts, that every word has power, and that we can do — every one — our share to redeem the world despite all absurdities and all the frustration and all disappointments. And above all, remember that the meaning of life is to live life as it if were a work of art… When you are young, start working on this great work of art called your own existence.”
I wonder what it might look like for you to live your life – to craft your life – as though it were a work of art… I wonder what it might look like for you to make life beautiful not only for yourself but with everyone within your sphere of influence…
Today, I invite you to reflect on these things.
Let us pray: Holy God, we are created in your image. You are a creating God and a loving God. Empower us by your Spirit, to live creative and loving lives to the further beauty of this world and to your glory. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
