By Bob Kilpatrick
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book; in fact, I couldn't put it down. In many ways, I believe it will revolutionize my approach to ministry; in fact, it serves as the inspiration for my current preaching series, “The Art of God”.
Kilpatrick does an amazing job explaining the difference between "math" and "art" when it comes to our perceptions concerning God. For example, most followers of Christ take a "math" approach to their spiritual life, breaking it down into a system of "do's and don'ts", with the Bible as their "rulebook". However, as we develop a more in depth understanding of God's grace, and how it operates in our lives, we realize that a mathematical approach can only go so far. To truly grow in our relationship with God through Jesus Christ, we need to understand Him in terms of "art". Through His creation, God has revealed Himself to us as a great artist. And through studying all that Christ has done for us, we realize that we are God's masterpiece, created to do good works in Him!
In this thought-provoking and engaging book, Kilpatrick beautifully explains what it means to live as God's masterpiece. I can't recommend this book enough, especially for artistically minded people.
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