So, tonight was a two hour episode of So You Think You Can Dance?
So much talent, so amazing. Yet I am awed that these people work so hard, they expend so much energy on this getting into this show, only to be told they aren't good enough. Talk about broken dreams. And I am just amazed at the sheer talent and determination of each dancer. I think of how many hours of practice they have spent, to attain the level of training and expertise in dance. Then I think of how much more powerful it could be if they knew the Lord, if they had a passion for Him, to use their amazing abilities to glorify Him.
It's the never ending question, it seems, for Christian artists- excellence or a heart of worship?
It's a tough one, that's for sure. I would say without hesitation, firstly a heart of worship. But at the same time, I want the talent. I want for us to stand out, to be just as excellent or even more so than the world, that they would see the contrast between what their art is without God, and what ours is with Him.
I wonder, how will we reach that point?
There is a movement- God is doing mighty things all over the world. First, he transported some precious family friends of ours to Hong Kong, and they are making an impact for Him there in the dance world. The Capps family have headed Glory Dance Ministries for several years now, a modern dance based ministry that is on the cutting edge. They have a heart of worship at the core of the ministry, yet at the same time the strongly believe in the excellence aspect as well. Check them out at glorydance.com.
Also, my teachers at my dance school, Alpha and Omega dance Academy. They have a heart to worship the Lord, and also have strong technique.
Sometimes it's hard to keep trusting that we will see an impact in this area, but I know that God is moving. He is doing something great in the arts and I know that He will use this in a mighty way to reach many people and draw them unto Himself.
This is also the point at which I become torn- I love dance so much, I just love love love praising the Lord with my whole heart when I dance. What joy in the fullness of knowing Him!! Does this mean that I pursue dance as a career? Will it only be a recreation/weekend ministry, while my job is in another area altogether? I have agonized over this. I have changed my mind so many times. I just need to trust, and forget about the worry over having enough. If it's His will, He will provide. Oh Lord, open my heart to the plans that YOU have for me.
~Lysandra Elena
1 comment:
Wow, I know this was a while ago but this topic (excellence vs a heart of worship) is so pertinent to our daily walk with God. I can see myself in your very same shoes, the same emotions, the same conflict. Yes, my interest is different (flying instead of dancing), but the result is still the same. Do I work to be the best pilot I can be to glorify God? Or is it my time have an intimate connection with Him regardless of my "earthly" performance. I think the true answer is different for each person. It is, as you say, something to pray and ultimately trust Him about. I think right now my answer lies somewhere in the middle, but I'm still not entirely sure. Either way, this post was a true blessing and I appreciate you taking the time to talk about what God has put on your heart.
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