“What we call artist’s block often stems from reliance on oneself as a source of ideas and energy apart from our reliance on the Holy Spirit. I believe that when artists seek the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the breath of God stirs within them and God reveals what they are to do and how they are to do it.” ~ Janice Elsheimer, The Creative Call
When experiencing a dry spell, it does me good to remember that apart from Him I can do nothing. I need to call on Him. Wait on Him. Let perseverance finish its work. Although God seldom answers my prayers in ways I expect, He is good. He is faithful. And He does all things well.
Exhausted? Pressured? Approaching deadline and you’re drawing blanks? Consider it all joy. When God reveals Himself, that one taste of His faithfulness will move you forward.
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on October 27, 2007 - 7:14 pm
A great post. I often write and am not sure where the words are coming from. I sometimes read something I wrote and wonder where the words came from. When the pressure is on to meet deadlines, I always seem to come through. Most of my dry spells are caused by life getting in the way, and it’s marvelous how just in the nick of time, I am able to succeed.
on October 27, 2007 - 10:17 pm
Hey Vicki, I do hope that the Lord reveals himself to you and the block is lifted. Love and Hugs my friend!
on October 29, 2007 - 6:00 pm
Mary, sounds like grace to me. It often happens that way for me, too. Thanks for visiting here. Look forward to more from you.
Nancze, it seems the more I just go ahead and write, the flow finally comes. I still think He’s the One who lifts the block, though, because I certainly pray. Thanks for coming by, my friend.