On Thursdays I spend the day with the gorgeous Marychurch babies. Sometimes we go to Chipmunks or the park, while other days we just stay home. Today I organized a play-date with the lovely Kelly Henderson and the Teal kiddies. Of course, a play date is not complete without Chocolate Chip Cookies. Ryder and I spent the morning in the kitchen creating these mouth-watering treats.
Apparently Kelly and Ruben were thinking the same thing and we ended up with two plates of cookies.
While the children created caos with the toys, Kelly and I managed to chat for a bit. Our conversation led to the media and all things to do with it (what can you expect from two communications/media students?). We do have a very exciting project growing, but you will have to wait to find out what it is.
If you know me well, you have probably realized, I am passionate about the role of the media. I believe film, music, photography, magazines, the internet and books can reach millions of people.
Every day people are listening to the media to get advice on self-esteem, love, friendship and life. The scary thing is, its often the first place they look.
A few years ago I listened to a message at Parachute Music Festival about creative ministry. It changed my view drastically. The creative industry desperately needs truth and the love of God. Creative media can play a powerful role in communicating God's message. In fact there isn't just a role for it but it is a crucial part of reaching people in the 21st century.
The speaker talked about how after the film Juno was released in America, the teenage abortion rate dropped phenomenally. Experts could not explain it until they realized it was because of the film.
This example has always stuck with me. If a film about a teenage girl who gave her baby up for adoption can change a whole countries abortion statistics, imagine what we could do if we realized the potential in the media.
Lets get passionate about the power of creative media.
"Your eyes focused and clear, so that you can see exactly what it is he is calling you to do, grasp the immensity of this glorious way of life he has for his followers."
Ephesians 1:18
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