Worth it?

There is a common perception that anything that we do has to have some some of worth attached to it, usually monetary reward. Fame is another common motivation that seems to be a measure of our labors. So if we do what we love our entire life but never gain either fame or fortune was our life in vain?

Measuring our lives by such material systems really limits our path as we have to adhere to the preset rules in order to achieve such goals. Doing what we are "supposed to" only ensures we become part of the machine. It takes a great deal of effort to become a person of your own making because of these systems, becoming self sufficient is no longer relying on others for your means.

Jesus lived a life that I would argue was well worth it, but by the measures of the common man his life (up until the resurrection) was a failure. He did not build a massive empire, seek fame, or fortune. It was the common people who cried out "Crucify him!", so there was no question that he was not liked or famous.

So what makes our labors worth it? The short answer is also the long, the beginning and the end, that answer is Love. What do I mean? If you truly want for nothing (worldly terms "money is not the issue") what would you do? I simply suggest you do what you love and love what you do with all your heart.

If we do all we do sincerely in the name of the Father, and use the gifts given to us we do not need to measure our labors with worth. Our actions will prove themselves in the end it is not our place to Judge their worth. What we create has to be out of love and nothing else, fear and pride make our labors in vain. So when the common people turn their back and scoffs at your labors just remember that they do not decide your fate, only Jesus holds the key to life and death.

Creative People

When I hear the term "creative people" I cringe. It's not so much that I have a problem with the phrase itself but instead how it is used. The common phrase is used to describe a select few that somehow were born with the passion and talent to create.

As if there is some sort of special radioactive spider or radiation that endows only a select few with talent at birth. Some even go down a dark path thinking they can cheat the system by using drugs to tap into this hidden creative talent. Some rather not even bother with the notion or become cynical and apathetic.

Humanity is the measure of all things, it is our ability to create. Each and every one of us has the ability to become a "creative person". There is no trick, drug, or outside source that can sudden cause us to cross the threshold into the creative consciousness. 

Creativity is something that we are born with, whether we use it or not is the ultimate choice. Find what sparks your inner core, use it to create and you will find what you seek. Start doing something with your talents and you will find we are all creative people at heart.