Stanton Lanier

Scripture inspired piano to refresh your spirit

Vote for Abnormality

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Inspiring words from Chasing Daylight (originally titled Seizing Your Divine Moment), by Erwin McManus. What is one area you can focus on taking more initiative?

I must resolve not only to leave the path of doing evil, but also to passionately pursue a life of doing good.  Maybe there is a touch of insanity to think that you or I could really make a difference, knowing who we are, that we could somehow change the course of human history.  If it’s normal to wake up in the morning and just try to make it through the day, then I vote for abnormality.  I choose insanity.  Wake up tomorrow morning asking the dangerous question, “What can I do today to make a difference in the world?”

Creator or Consumer?

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This morning I had the privilege of presenting the Chick-fil-A Corporate devotional to their headquarters staff. As I shared a few melodies and visuals from “December Peace,” my central theme was to each ask ourselves the question, “How can I be more of a creator than a consumer this holiday season?” We all have some gift, talent, or passion that can be a blessing to others . . . baking a dessert, painting a picture, building something out of wood, or countless other possibilities. When we nurture our creativity it feeds our soul and overflows from our heart to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Regardless of the time of year, how you can you be more of a creator than a consumer? Does this idea stir your heart like it does mine?