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Original or Reproduction???

March 11, 2013 by admin Leave a Comment

Have any of you ever taken the time to notice the difference of an original verses a reproduction? One of the differences between the two is the time spent in the development of the original. Another difference is the inspiration behind the developer or artist which can often be felt and seen in the eye.

Some reproductions can appear to be real on the surface but as we take the time to study the depths of the person, place or thing is when we can discover what is feeding the roots to insure the authenticity of the art.

In order to recognize something real we 1st must know what we are looking for…

“Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.”

1 John 4:1

James Harrison
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Spiritual Understanding

December 4, 2011 by admin 2 Comments

The developing of an instrument requires first a vision and then a craftsman to begin the process. The craftsman not only sees the instrument through the vision but he knows the tune in which he or she seeks to achieve as an artist painting a picture. Sometimes during the construction process the craftsman has to tear down the instrument to start all over again but he never gives up on the God given dream or vision for he or she learns something in every attempt. Once he or she reaches the stage where the cords come into play this is where the senses must be developed and in tune to insure the proper sound of love that is to be shared in return.

As the strings are being placed into position and stretched to achieve their full potential this process often causes some to snap and to complain of their pain. Not all cords make the cut due to their own inner tension due to never learning the art of submission. Learning when to submit and when not to is a very wise process within the construction of an instrument of God that requires the unity of the people. This same process is displayed by the craftsman as well due to his or her own submission to the Lord.

We are not the craftsman for the craftsman is Jesus but we are to be an instrument of the Lord delivering the sounds of His praise. Within the instrument their are many different positions and the object is to find our particular position in order to hear the music of God that is being played. For an unbalanced instrument is an instrument without understanding and in order to have harmony we must first have unity…

James A. Harrison

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Are You A True Artist?

March 4, 2011 by admin Leave a Comment

 If you were to look at your life as a piece of art how much depth would you see in your picture? If you were to paint that picture would it include a helping hand in serving the poor or the hurting? Or, would itonly consist of the things that you temporarily have in a self serving picture that produces no fruit in the depth of your life? What good is life with only self serving fruit?

 Life is not about trying to paint a picture by only using certain colors and leaving the others out. For if you can’t learn how to use everything you have and blend them in love then your talents are being restricted. My plea to you is to not allow Satan to spiritually restrict your picture and cause you to want to delete the imperfections due to the extra work it is going to take. Learn how to spend time in love in those areas that need to be addressed and watch what will take place.

James A. Harrison

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Living Art Requires Disciplined Balance

January 18, 2011 by admin Leave a Comment

Have you ever really considered the living art in self  discipline which is a required skill in  balancing our lives mentally, physically, and most of all spiritually?  How often do you take the time to keep these three principles in tune? This should be a task in every day that we are given and if we are neglecting this fact then our lives can easily get out of control.

Think about yourself walking a tight rope that is high in the air with very little room in your step to spare. What do you see happening when you take your eyes off of the line that we are to follow? Can you see the importance of knowing where you stand? We are taught how to stand in the Holy Bible from the Old Testament to the New.  For in the beginning we learn how stay mentally focused on God as we physically mature in life. Then as time goes on in our physical maturity from one generation to the next, then we are set spiritually free once we learn how to properly believe.

In everyday that we are given it is vital to know the foundation from which we stand and pay attention to our steps in life. So, I challenge you today and every other day to strive in your steps to not only keep your life in balance but to be a good example in teaching the children of the future…amen

James A. Harrison

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Filed Under: Balanced Life Ministry, Daily Growth, Leadership Forum Tagged With: art, balance, children, foundation, God, James Harrison, life

Painting With God Defines True Art

December 23, 2010 by admin Leave a Comment

 If you were to look at your life as a piece of living art what type of picture would you see in the mirror of God? Would your picture have depth or would your life appear to be very shallow? Would your picture seem scattered or dislay defined lines that add character? Would you have to describe your piece of art for others to see the picture or would there be life in your picture for others to see on their own? Does your picture give something positive and uplifting in return? Can it be felt with warmth and love in your expression? Does your piece of living art add something of value to someone else’s picture in life?   

 See many people call themselves artist by throwing colors together as a elementary child and then they have to describe their inner vision in order for someone else to see the picture. This is not living art when you have to verbalize the picture for someone else to see.  Our lives should be easily defined by the fruit that we bare and displayed by the expression of the love within our hearts that reflects the light of Jesus Christ.

 For my picture ought to illuminate your picture and your picture should be illuminating mine…If your lamp is covered or out of oil seek God’s Word and you will discover living water colors that have been given to us through the red blood of Jesus Christ…Color on…Amen

James A. Harrison

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Filed Under: Balanced Life Ministry, Church Assistance, Daily Growth, Leadership Forum, Spiritual Growth Tagged With: art, balance, God, Jesus Christ, life, paint, red, water colors

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