If forced to get rid of all but five of my writing books, The Creative Call, An Artist’s Response to the Call of the Spirit would be one of five.
It’s a practical and insightful workbook with eight weeks of material, plus a bonus retreat guide for group or individual use. Janice Elsheimer helps writers learn how to recognize, develop, and respond to God’s creative call as we grow in our relationship with Him.
Did you know…J. S. Bach regularly inscribed the beginning of his scores with the letters J.J., which stood for the Latin “Jesu, Juva,” or “Jesus, help.” At the end of a composition, he often wrote S.D.G. for “Soli Deo Gloria,” or “To God alone the glory.”
With Scripture, wise quotes, and tidbits of Bach-type stories peppered throughout the book there were many “Wow!” moments, to say the least.
Yep. It’s a keeper and a favorite for sure.
This sounds like a terrific book, and one I would love to find on audio! I've got the author of the book as a facebook friend. Love ya!
I didn't realize she was on FB! You'll not be disappointed — hope you can find it on audio.
Have a great weekend, my friend! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Sounds like a winner, Cathy! I love a good story and good quotes.
Hope you have a great weekend. Tell Hokie Hubby that we're still smarting from that loss last night, and we're hoping something will change SOON.
Hokie Hubby is none too happy about this season. 🙁
Have a great weekend, Susan!
As someone who studied classical piano for many years, I somehow never heard the beautiful story of Bach's acknowledgement of God on his manuscripts. How heartwarming to learn that this brilliant composer recognized that, without God's gift and help, he could not compose. I'm adding the book to my wish list. Thank you, Cathy, for a wonderful article.
Thank you, Cynthia. I would love to hear you play during one of our lobby nights at Blue Ridge next year!
Hi Cathy, I'm not familiar with this book – thank you for recommending it. 😉 I have so many on my shelf to read but am always looking for good ones esp. recommended by others. 🙂
Blessings to you, Hester 😉
Blessings to you, Hester. Thank you for taking the time to stop by. 🙂 If you get it be sure to let me know what you think.
Dear Cathy,
Thank you for your wonderful comments about THE CREATIVE CALL. As a writer, I especially like that you used specific quotes and ideas from the book in your endorsement. Your readers may enjoy hearing that the book was recently published in Korean (South Korea is, per capita, the most Christian of all the Asian nations).
God continues to bless this book and I am humbled to have been "a servant to the work" on this project.
Fondly,
Janice Elsheimer
Janice, thank you for stopping by! I messaged you via FB this morning. 🙂
I'm thrilled to hear that the book has been recently published in Korean. God bless you!