Throughout my life I have loved music. I played piano and guitar when I was young. Because of this, I have been an avid follower of the American Idol television program for years. I thoroughly enjoy watching these talented young people grow in their craft.
I notice that the judges often compliment the uniqueness of the performance. The compliments usually come when contestants do not copy the style of the original artist, but make the song uniquely theirs. As they perform, I can feel their passion. They are not only singing the song…they own it.
These young people have much to teach us all. I admire their courage to live their passion. They must listen to four judges’ constructive criticism after each song. Still, they are not afraid to try even though they may be voted off the show at any time. Yes, they are in a competition, but when someone has to leave the others often cry. They hug one another, and I can feel their sincerity and their heartache. Most of all, they are expressing their compassion and creativity. They are truly sharing their gifts.
The word from the judges that captured my attention this week is “unique.” It caused me to reflect on my own life and question myself. Am I someone who feels free enough to follow my passion and allow my uniqueness to be visible? Or, do I hide my Light and follow the pack? Perhaps I do a little of both.
Our world needs the loving expression that the young people on American Idol give to us and to one another. All of us have creative gifts. Although I do not play a man made instrument any more, I now express my creative gift through writing.
What are your gifts? Are you expressing them? If you hesitate to share the gifts that you have, it’s time. If you don’t think you have any gifts I encourage you to go within and find them. Our beautiful world needs so much Love and Creativity. The time to own your gift is now!
Written for you with Love and Blessings
Rev. Dr. Barbara Rasp
Many years ago I received a message from Wisdom that speaks to our creative gifts.
“The will of man is nothing but a block to the greater expression of the higher knowledge. Man has yet to understand that service to the Most High is that expression. The Creator has given each manifestation of Him born in human form creative gifts. It is the expression of these gifts that is the true expression of the will of God. Now as man evolves in understanding of his true nature, he will come to recognize the power offered him through creative expression.”
More information about finding and expressing creativity can be found in “A Gift of Roses.” It is available on my website. You can read the introduction and a review of the book.
http://www.wisdomsvoice.com/books.htm
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