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Scribbling in the Sand (Abridged): Christ and Creativity Audiobook
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"To this day we have not the slightest idea what it was Jesus twice scribbled in the sand. By and large the commentaries have asked the wrong question through the ages. They labor over the content, over what he might have written. They ask what, without ever realizing the real question is why? It was not the content that mattered but why he did it. Unexpected. Irritating. Creative."
Singer, songwriter, and diligent student of Scripture, Michael Card is well known for the depth of his lyrics and the artistry of his music. But far more significant than the songs he has penned is the source of his inspiration—the creativity embodied in Jesus Christ, the incarnate Word of God. In his book Scribbling in the Sand, Card explores the biblical foundations of true Christian creativity. Whether we think of ourselves as creative or not, all of us are created in the image of our Creator God, and thus creativity is a vital expression of our discipleship.
This companion study guide provides eight sessions to help individuals and groups interact with the themes of Michael Card's book. With discussion questions, inductive Bible studies, and creative exercises, each session provides opportunities for reflection, discovery, and application. The user-friendly format makes this guide ideal for small groups, Sunday school classes, or anyone who wants to enter into a life of Christian creativity.
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"A fresh approach to this subject matter, focused mainly on the necessity of imagination in spiritual life. "
— Shannon (4 out of 5 stars)
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" Unique viewpoint on this topic. very challenging for creative folks. "
— young, 7/25/2008 -
" As a non-artist, I found this helpful personally and it helped me in better understanding the artists in my church. "
— Tim, 7/17/2008 -
" This is a must-read for any Christian artist, particularly the letters to artist in the back of the book. "
— Letitia, 5/22/2007
About Michael Card
Michael Card has recorded over thirty albums, authored or coauthored more than two dozen books, hosted a radio program, and written for a wide range of magazines. An award-winning musician and performing artist, he has penned such favorite songs as “El Shaddai,” “Immanuel,” and many others. He has branched out from music and written numerous books, including A Sacred Sorrow, A Violent Grace, The Parable of Joy, and Sleep Sound in Jesus. He has also written the Biblical Imagination series, with a book and accompanying music CD for each of the four gospels. A graduate of Western Kentucky University with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biblical studies, Card also serves as a mentor to many younger artists and musicians, teaching courses on the creative process and calling the Christian recording industry into deeper discipleship. Card lives in Tennessee with his wife and four children.