The Artist of Artists

Genesis 1-2 - We begin a new series on the place of art and creativity in the Christian life with a consideration of the creativity of God. In Genesis 1-2, we learn that God is the metaphysical creator, the ordering craftsman, and the delight-giving artist. We also learn that He is the archetype, maker, and partner of human artists. We even get a glimpse of God's posture toward his creation after it has fallen into sinful rebellion. A sermon by Cameron Heger. [Part 1 of our series "Looking the World to Grace: Art, Makers and the Christian Life]
Questions for reflection: 1) Share an experience you've had with a work of art that produced a significant response. What was that like? 2) What kinds of teachings (if any) have you heard in Christian churches about the role of art and artists in the Christian life? 3) How does Genesis 1-2 depict the creativity of God? 4) Cameron highlighted God as metaphysical creator, ordering craftsman, and delight-giving artist. In what ways can humans reflect these qualities? In what ways can only God have them? 5) What was God's response to humanity's "defacing" of His art/creation?